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How to Keep Your Child Actor Safe on Social Media

Professional performers today need a social media presence. However, social media exposes your child actor to a much larger world, making it your job to keep them safe. Here are 10 ways to keep them safe on social media.

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Should Actors Post About Politics?

One of the biggest questions actors ask me is “should I post about politics on social media?” I'm sure you've wondered the same thing. The answer depends on who you are. Today it’s quite possible that, before you ever meet someone in person, you’ll make your first impression online.

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How To Create Instagram Story highlights for Actors

Ever wonder how to make those cute bubbles on your Instagram? These bubbles are called Instagram Story highlights and can be a great way to tell your story, share your talent and send us to your IMDb or actor website!

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A Guide for Actors Who Hate Social Media

In 2008, 24% of the world used social media. Today, it’s a whopping 81% (and growing). So, love it or hate it, social media is here to stay. If you love it, like I do - awesome! You may have already begun to tap the amazing potential it has to open doors for your acting career. If you hope social media’s just a fad - it’s not.  But don’t worry! You can reap its benefits without it consuming your life and your time. You just need a plan.

Here are 4 ways you can make social media work for your acting career (even if you hate it).

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Art of authentic self promotion on social media

I was honored to speak on the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s panel about ‘The Art of Authentic & Assured Self-Promotion’ this past week (along with Alex Newell, Azia Celestino, Tony Howell and Lori Hammel).

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Growing Your Social Media Following For Actors

I was honored to speak on the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s panel about Growing your Social Media Following  this past week (along with Social Media Agent, Jessy Grossman, Actress/Model/Writer Lillian Isabella, Digital Strategist Tony Howell and Broadcaster/Host Arda Ocal).

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