The Actor's Other Career Book: Using Your Chops to Survive and Thrive

by Lisa Mulcahy

Actors don't have to become Broadway stars to make a living with their acting talents. The Actor’s Other Career Book pulls back the curtain to reveal more than 50 permanent and temporary positions available in cruise ships, trade shows, retail stores, advertising agencies, corporate settings, education, social outreach, tourist attractions, physical fitness, and much more. Whether actors are looking to continue performing in new venues or apply their skills to a new field, this is the resource to help make the transition. Interviews with successful actors reveal how others looked beyond the stage for lucrative and satisfying work, how they applied their training and background to their current positions, and how they achieved success on their own terms. A comprehensive listing of organizations, Web sites, companies, and publications provide a wealth of tools. All actors looking to take control of their futures will need this book.

224 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2006

Reviews

[Bobby Claude · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an excellent book for any aspiring actors looking to get into the business. While it doesn't give specifics about how to nail an audition or get the part this book shows all the ways that actors can get paid, stay creative, and not have to fall into the most common job trap for artists: waiter. Excellent read for anyone looking for job opportunities.