how i’m advancing my acting career in 2025
This year was a calmer year for my acting n modeling career as uni was kicking my ass and I needed to take breaks for my mental health, BUT… these are what I did do in 2024!!
- Twenty One Pilot’s ‘Overcompensate’ music video
- Experience Columbus holiday commercial + photos
How am I advancing and getting more jobs next year?
- Looking at Casting Calls everyday! I started looking everyday this December and will continue into the new year, on more hectic days or weeks, I’ll stick to three or two times a week. My personal favorite site is Allcasting, it is paid monthly, but worth it. I found both of my 2024 gigs on it and they receive Casting Calls from companies like Disney and RareBeauty.
- Building a better portfolio of photos! I haven’t had professional headshots or full body photos since I was 19 (I’m 21 now). You can get discounted or free photos taken of you professionally at your university or college, as well as building a mini studio or set in your apartment or home and using a tripod and a timer. The latter is completely acceptable when you’re starting out, but you have to look into posing and timers on your camera as you won’t have a photographer to guide you.
- Moving! Completely unnecessary when just starting out, but I’ve been acting and building my portfolio since I was a kid, and am transferring out of Ohio State and there are specific locations in the US and Canada that are hotspots for jobs in this business (ie : New York City, L.A., Houston, Atlanta, Toronto, and Ontario). I’m personally leaning towards Ontario and NYC for the next year as NYU has great art and law programs for my transferring and Masters, as well as Ontario has a lovely arts school.
- Making connections! Develop has a great free community to meet professionals in the business and other actors/ models. I have contacts from my Twenty One Pilots shoot that I should’ve been taking advantage of, but didn’t. That’s gonna change in 2025!
Hope this helped to those starting out and ask me any questions you have! #letschat #lemon8challenge #acting #modeling #careeradvice
As I prepare to elevate my acting career in 2025, I am focusing on several key strategies. Daily engagement with casting calls is essential; platforms like Allcasting can provide access to significant opportunities from major companies such as Disney and RareBeauty. Furthermore, I am prioritizing the development of a robust portfolio. It's crucial to have high-quality headshots and a variety of shots that showcase versatility. Students can often find discounted or free professional photoshoots at their educational institutions, which is a great resource. Additionally, I plan to relocate to areas known for their vibrant entertainment industries like New York City and Ontario. These locations offer numerous opportunities for growth and scholarship in arts programs, beneficial for both my academics and career. Networking is another vital tactic, as building connections within the industry can lead to more collaboration and exposure. Platforms like Develop can link you up with professionals and peers in the field. Rekindling these connections will be pivotal as I aim for new roles and projects in 2025. I hope this offers valuable insights for fellow aspiring actors!
