Episode 124: Interview with Bicoastal Manager Malissa Young
Apr 29, 2021
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Malissa’s Motto, “One foot in front of the other.”
In this episode Malissa and I talk about:
Why you MUST invest in a self-tape setup.
What it means to be a bicoastal manager.
What she looks for when looking for new talent.
What a pitch deck is for actors looking for representation.
The importance of following up.
Your resume and skills should be honest.
Qualities of her favorite clients:
- Wow factor in self tapes
- Paying attention to instructions
- Positive energy
- Gratitude
- Follow directions
What Melissa wants actors to know but doesn’t have time to tell them:
- Know you as the actor has a business and work side to it
- Make the chart
- Know who you saw and what they called you in for
- Send thank you’s to casting directors after an audition
- Coaching and classes
- Keeping your instrument tuned
