I am IJ St. John. I am an actress. I have experience in the theater, however, I would really like to gain experience in film, but really don't know how and where to begin. Would love to communicate with and learn from others. Really happy I was guided to Stage 32.
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Take a look at my profile IJ.... my pleasure to connect and a pleasure to answer any questions you have :) https://www.stage32.com/media/1196300998792981989
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Hi IJ. I'm a working actor here in LA. Also have a course for newbies at actorbasics.com. But if you go there and sign up for the mailing list you'll get some freebies that will teach you the basics for casting sites, etc. After looking at that, maybe put some more specific questions here and we can go from there. Thanks IJ!
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Hi IJ, you've definitely taken the right step by utilizing the acting lounge - lots of great people in here to give you advice. If you're interested, we had a fantastic webinar on the business of acting and how to get started - might be exactly what you need. You can read more about it here: https://www.stage32.com/webinars/The-Business-of-Acting Also, Chris and Randy above both have their own courses that are fantastic and I recommend networking with them!
Gina, thank you for responding to my post. My thought was to begin just as your suggested. I am sure that students from the various films schools in my area need actors for their various film projects, but I have seen very few auditions online. Thank you so much for your advice and encouraging words. Best wishes to you...
That such a lovely suggest Gina give you you can also do your own films start small and use crowdfundinng take a story that your passion about go to these schools and see if they will allow you to hire out the equipment create the parts that you want to play good luck you can anything you want say true to you best wishes Maria
Maria, thank you so much for your post. Though, I have been involved with Stage 32 for such a short time, through comments like yours, my understanding of what is possible keeps expanding. Your encouragement is greatly appreciated...IJ
Gina, I really appreciate your comments and encouragement. I really have to modernize my thinking. I still think in terms of what's out there creatively. The comments I have received from you, Sean and Maria make me realize that I have the ability to create the opportunities I am seeking. That's a major creative shift in thinking for me, but one that I gratefully welcome. Thanks again...IJ
you so welcome x
goodluck