Becoming an Actor (1OOO Failures)

Creative - Frankie Corral III comes onto to the show to talk about dealing the negative sides of mental health. He has 5 steps he uses to deal with the process he thinks other creatives show implement to help them, especially during this lockdown. Frankie is an actor and poet and it was a pleasure having him on the show. https://www.frankiecorraliii.com

The talented actress Melissa Williams comes on the show via video call interview to tell us how she got her big break. She is a series regular on BET's The OVAL, and spinoff Ruthless. What the casting process was like, going to Tyler Perry Studios, and life in this current lockdown. Follow her on www.instagram.com/melissa.l.williams

Just a message of encouragement and inspiration during this lockdown. We have all our episodes on Youtube now so check out our page https://youtu.be/udu4FlsansM

I've visited the "best headshot" photographers in LA and spent a lot of money in the past. In this episode Clay Larsen will walk you thru what you need to get the shots to help you lock in an agent and/or manager. Headshots that will help you book. Tips to make your next headshot session productive. If you like this episode please share it with an actor that may need to head this. Check his work out - effective and affordable. Clay's instagram https://www.instagram.com/claylarsen/

In the face of the #metoo movement - Independent movie producer Kacie Lehner talks about how she started her movie production company. She talks about tough her experiences being a woman in the film industry, the blockbuster films she worked on and advice for anyone getting into that business.www.1000failures.com

Actress Kelsey Scott tells one of the most amazing stories. (HBO Insecure, Fear of the Walking Dead, 12 Years. Slave + many more)Show notes3:30 mins - Kelsey talks about going behind the camera as a writer first 7:23 mins - A need to get back into acting 8:15 mins - Starting back from scratch (acting)11:30 mins - How Kelsey got an Agent 13:35 mins - Waited a year to get first TV Audition19:55 mins - Comparing big tv shows to independent projects22:45 mins - How to deal with Audition failures31:41 mins - An actual Audition experience 38:00 mins - Working on HBO Insecure41:10 mins - NEW MOVIE " A Patient Man"47:08 mins - Advice about Failure

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Show notes1:50 - Talking about taking risks6:20 - Working at Sundance and Festivals9:15 - Actively trying to find your passion19:24 - Making her first movie overseas (advice given)26:00 - Advice on connecting to sales agents31:30 - Advice for filmmakers on budget 38:05 - Advice for getting investors Movie Director Marti Hines goes in depth to talk about her transition into the Hollywood industry from being an event planner to a Director/Producer. Her movie Paper Friends is currently on BET and in this episode she talks on how she got funding , what drives her to keep going growing and so much more. Her instagram is @martihines83www.1000failures.com

Daytime Emmy Award Winning Actor Terrance Terrell comes on the show. Highlights about this EPISODE: (6:30mins) talks about booking a Progressive TV Commercial, (11:10) Talks about his current manager, (16:15) Seeing yourself as a brand more than just talent, (17:30) Creation of his kids books, how to write your own book, (25mins) Moving to LA from Missisippi and the struggles. (30:20) Networking or bullsh*ting ??? , (37:40) Auditioning for Emmy winning role (43:15) Working with Beyonce -how hard she works http://www.1000failures.com - Book Darrius You could find his kids books series. Amazing!!!http://www.icrownedme.com

Casting tips with tv show and feature film casting director Corbin Brunson. Corbin shares secrets and techniques actors could use to market themselves. He even shares a funny story with casting JENNIFER LAWRENCE (HUNGER GAMES).He has casted tv shows, Monk, Lucifer and many more.

Director Rolfe Kanefsky and actor Zach Chyz talk about the making of the movie Art of the Dead. Rolfe gives advice on directing and great advice for actors. Zach talks about acting in his first movie, and gives tips for new actors on acting in your first film.

Casting Director; Kara Sullivan comes onto episode 13 to talk about what actors could do to stand out and get more auditions. She goes into more detail on what makes an actor that lands the role and one that didn't.

British Accent, Southern Accent, French Accent - you name it and Tuffet Schmelzle can get you speaking it. She is a master at dialect and I work with her every time I have a tough accent to learn. Visit her website www.dialectgeek.com (plus its affordable)

In such a short career, this east coast actor- Da'Vinchi accomplished so much in his time. A series regular on Grown-ish and appearances on a few major tv hits, I was in awe at first but when he told me his process I wasn't surprised. This young star told me his struggles, the risks he took and what he sacrificed to go after his dream. After the first 10mins you will get hooked on his story. Follow him on instagram @davinchi (share this on your instagram story right now and let me know which parts you liked about his story or if you want me to connect you to him)

From Game of Thrones to the summer hit movie The Nightingale (August 2nd 2019) - Aisling Franciosi talks about her journey from Ireland to London to Hollywood. With humility and grace, Aisling gives the sheds light to a lot of secrets actors and movie buffs love knowing: Life on set, turning down projects not meant for you, getting a visa, and how it feels to be a lead in a feature film working 52 out 54 days on a set. She is embodies Girl Power. (Share this episode with actors)

Hollywood Talent Manager: Chris Giovanni comes onto the show to talk about some secrets in the acting industry. He is joined by Actor and Model Donny Payne who he currently represents. Chris is the owner of his talent management company CGEM talent and has clients on Network TV shows and booked Donny on a Lifetime movie. The difference between an agent and a manager, what working actors do to book jobs and how a new actors grows at Chris' talent agency

The side hustle for many actors is modeling. Have you ever wondered how to break the fear of risking your guaranteed income for the risky life of a model? Overcoming Fear!! Michael Gabel talks about in the ins and outs about becoming a professional model. How he earns money as a model and how you could get discovered in this industry. He started a podcast called Model Behavior for aspiring models

Hayes Talent Agency features their actors on Empire, Chicago PD and Showtimes The Chi. Owner Michelle Hayes is expanding her agency to Los Angeles. She gives all the insights into booking in Chicago and what she looks for in new actors here in LA. How the grind of the agent is just as vulnerable as the actors.

Hollywood Casting Director - Felix Martinsson of DK casting office share secrets and tips of the casting process. He's and actor and casting director and is definitely thinking outside the box. Understanding the process and knowing the job casting is doing will help you be a bit more calmer in your auditioning process. His instagram is: FelixMartinsson

With 11 Daytime Emmy Nominations's this year for his hit series Giants on Youtube - Actor, Writer, Director and Producer James Bland comes on the show to tell his story. At his young age, he has accomplished what many spend their lifetimes pursuing. He wrote his series, acted in it and created history for himself. James talks about his journey from a small town in Florida 2008 to making it on the Emmy's stage 10 years later. He explains how he is leaving his legacy and what actors could do to help leave theirs. This episode is inspirational and contains a lot of secrets to success.

With 50 students on network tv shows - Booking Coach, Amy Lyndon talks to host Darrius about the secrets to getting casted. Also, she explains the audition techniques for each genre of tv and film. This is every actors dream 101 course and even experienced actors could learn a few tricks. Amy focuses on booking auditions !!!

TV actress Estrella Nouri talks about how she auditioned and booked roles CBS Two Broke Girls and Queen Sugar. She snuck onto the set of HBO's Entourage and eventually got a featured role and her SAG Card to follow. She had to deal with her mom keeping her in a comfort zone and wanting her to be a doctor and not follow her dreams. Estrella lets the listeners know how she felt getting that first job; being herself despite a manager telling her to change her physical appearance. Her story is truly remarkable and an inspiration for any new actors coming into the industry.

Learn how to break into the world of Print and Commercials in Hollywood. Guest, Sarah Crowley, talks about how she got out of her quiet town in Utah and risked it all to come to Hollywood to pursue her dreams of becoming a model. She left her comfort zone and went from couch to couch and sleeping in her car at night to becoming a professional model. Print and Commercial work is a great was to earn a living in Hollywood complimentary to acting. See the Youtube Channel ( Darrius Marcellin) for videos from the interview and the commercial they shot together

Welcome to 1000 Failures- hosted by Darrius Marcellin.