Take #30 - Wanna Be an Actor? Here’s What No One Tells You

That Digital Take

So You Wanna Be an Actor in 2025? Netflix Tudum, Auditions, Self-Tapes & the Real Truth About the Industry

Dreaming of red carpets and lead roles? This episode is your no-BS guide to becoming an actor in 2025. Recorded right after the Netflix Tudum weekend in LA, Torri dives deep into the world of acting, breaking down how to actually start your career, land auditions, get an agent, and build your brand as a creator/performer.

Topics covered in this episode:

• The real truth about becoming an actor (myths vs. reality)

• Do you NEED to live in LA to act? (Spoiler: Nope!)

• How to book roles using self-tapes & student films

• Acting school vs. real on-set experience—what’s more valuable?

• Does going viral on TikTok help you get cast in 2025?

• How to find an agent & when you’re actually ready

• The audition grind, prep tips, common mistakes, & confidence boosters

• Being an actor and content creator: the hybrid career path

• Union vs. non-union work, rates, contracts & how actors actually make money

• Mental health, rejection, and building longevity in a tough industry

• BONUS: 15 must-know acting terms for beginners (from “off book” to “crafty”)

Whether you're just starting out or thinking about making the leap into film, TV, or content creation, this episode will get you industry-ready.

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