3 Ways to Market Yourself as an Actor on a Budget

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You hear it all the time: Actors need to market themselves online. But just how do you do it when money is tight? Backstage Expert and ActorWebs.com founder Amy Russ, says there are excellent free resources—including a personal website!—that can help become the name on everyone’s lips. Whether you’re social media savvy or use old-fashioned email lists, as long as you’re consistent, you will be successful. (Just remember to always get permission before emailing people: “Spamming is not sexy and it’s not good marketing,” Russ says.)

READ: Why Every Actor Needs a Website + What It Should Have

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Amy Russ
Actor and web designer Amy Russ helps actors showcase their cast-ability, personality, and professionalism with simple, effective, and affordable websites. She is also an actor who has been working in TV, film, and theater for years.
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