Ever since she was a child, Angela Renee knew she wanted to be an actor; and she made big moves to get there.
Take risks when chasing your passion.
“I am originally from Maryland, and I moved to Georgia to pursue acting. [I’ve done] music videos, commercials, and short films. I decided that I wanted to be an actor when I was very young—in elementary school. Acting is all I want to do with my life.”
Make friends in the industry.
“When on set, speak [with] and be nice to everyone. If it is not a big project, speak to the director. Don’t ask them about jobs, but show interest, and always be kind and appreciative.”
5 Gigs to Kick-Start Your Acting Career Be confident in your skills.
“I prepare for an audition by practicing the script and saying affirmations. I’ve learned to believe in myself and work hard.”
Don’t have enough footage for your reel? Shoot your own.
“I have not done enough professional work yet [to put together a reel], so I filmed two contrasting monologues, and I have been doing well with those.”
This story originally appeared in the Apr. 6 issue of Backstage Magazine.
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