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Should I Post Monologues on Social Media?

Let’s talk about something I used to say wasn’t social media savvy: Posting monologues. I used to think it wasn’t the best use of your feed. Why? Because most actors were posting them like they were in acting class—long, unedited, and made with no thought to audience, platform, or engagement. Here’s what changed my mind…

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The 12 Tripods & Tools I Can’t Live Without!

Let’s be real—when you're creating content, not all gear is created equal. After years of testing (and lugging way too much tech through airports and the trunk of my car), I’ve found the 12 tripods and tools I reach for over and over again. Whether I'm filming Instagram Reels, on Zoom calls (or auditions for you), or just trying to stay organized on the go, these little lifesavers have earned a permanent spot in my toolkit…

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How to Sequence a Reel on Instagram (It's Like Stitching on TikTok!)

If you’ve ever “stitched” a video on TikTok, you’ll love Instagram’s version: Sequencing. And if you haven’t? Don’t worry—I’ll walk you through it. Sequencing is one of the easiest ways to create content without starting from scratch and piggyback on viral content with your unique take. I’ll walk you through exactly how to do it, plus show you 3 examples to inspire your first Sequence…

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Are You Making These 10 Instagram Mistakes as an Actor?

If you're an actor using Instagram to grow your career, connect with industry pros, or simply build a supportive fanbase—these common mistakes could be holding you back. They’re easy to make, but the good news? They’re just as easy to fix. Let’s break down the most common ones I see every day—and how to get your account working for you, not against you.

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8 Ways to Share Your Headshots on Social Media

Headshots are a big deal for actors—but most people only post them once with a quick “New headshots are in!” and move on. Not you. You’re going to strategically share them— in multiple ways, with captions that connect, not just promote. Here are 8 ways to get more mileage from your headshots on social media (outside of your profile photo)…

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Should Actors Use a Personal, Business, or Creator Instagram Account?

If you're an actor navigating the world of Instagram, you’ve probably asked yourself this: Should I have a personal, business, or creator account? There’s a lot of confusion out there—and plenty of outdated advice. So let’s break them down, and I’ll give you my take on which one works best for your #actorslife…

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Write Better Instagram Captions with the Caption ABCs

Actors…Captions can now help get your account discovered and can increase your engagement. And yet… most actors still stare at that little box of text and think: “What the heck do I say?” That’s exactly why I created the Caption ABCs—a simple formula to help actors write better captions, faster.

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Should I Have a Separate Instagram Account for Acting?

So many actors struggle with what I call the multi-artist or multi-hyphenate dilemma on social media. It’s the question that never seems to go away: Should I have a separate Instagram page for my acting, my music, my content creation—or my side business? Let’s discuss…

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Do I Need to Be on Threads for my Acting Career?

Another new platform?! That’s what most actors think when they hear about Threads - Instagram’s text-based cousin that showed up in your feed overnight last year. So let’s cut through the noise and answer the big question: Do actors actually need to be on Threads?

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What Should I Post If I’m Not Booking Anything Right Now?

One of the most common social media questions I hear from actors is: “What am I supposed to post if I haven’t booked in a while?” And I get it. When you’re not on set, on stage, or in rehearsal, it’s easy to feel like you have nothing worth sharing. But here’s the truth…

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How to Share Your Self-Tapes on Social Media Without Feeling Weird

If you’ve ever asked yourself: “Should I post my self-tape?” You’re not alone. And you’re in the right place. Today I’ll show you how actors can post self-tapes or audition clips on social media in a way that feels intentional, professional, and actually engaging.

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Is It Okay to Post Old Content or Throwbacks as an Actor?

Is it OK to post old content or throwbacks as an actor? Here’s the truth: Don’t just post a #TBT or #FBF because you’re out of ideas. Post it because it means something. This is where I like to reframe “throwbacks” as what I call “Milestone Moments.” Here’s how to find yours…

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What Should My Instagram Bio Say as an Actor?

Your Instagram bio is tiny—but it’s mighty. It’s one of the first things casting directors, collaborators, and potential followers see when they check you out. And in less than 3 seconds, it needs to answer this…

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Actors: Don’t Make This ‘Link in Bio’ Mistake!

Actors…You’ve heard it a thousand times on Instagram: “Link in bio!” But what should actually be in that link? If you’re an actor using tools like Linktree, Stan Store, or Beacons, listen up—because this part of your profile can either guide your audience or completely overwhelm them…

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10 Video Ideas for Instagram Reels, Youtube Shorts and TikTok for Actors

Not sure what to post on Instagram Reels, Youtube shorts or TikTok? Here are 10 Simple Short Form Video Ideas to create today that’ll help you share your story, connect with your followers and get new ones! I'll even show you step by step how to create a video by replying to a comment on Youtube Shorts, Instagram reels and TikTok.

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