I have been planning to head to LA for the past 5 years to go into acting. Now, I am realizing that the Atlanta area is becoming a film/tv center, I already have an agent & family there, & its cost of living is a lot lower, so it seems like it makes more sense for me. I don't know what to do -- whic...
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Wow, Regina! That's an angle I hadn't thought of. Makes total sense! Thank you so much!!!
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It's possible you might be pretty green and probably not SAG. And it's awesome that you already have an agent in Atlanta, so you might seriously consider starting there. Why throw that advantage into...
Expand commentIt's possible you might be pretty green and probably not SAG. And it's awesome that you already have an agent in Atlanta, so you might seriously consider starting there. Why throw that advantage into the trash, right? Based on limited knowledge, we responders have not seen an obvious advantage to starting in a more competitive market like LA. That said, I haven't done the research into how many non-union opportunities there are in LA vs ATL.
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Being a "big" fish in a substantially smaller pond will give you advantages you won't find in LA where buses of people hoping to be stars arrive every day from all over the country. The airport brings...
Expand commentBeing a "big" fish in a substantially smaller pond will give you advantages you won't find in LA where buses of people hoping to be stars arrive every day from all over the country. The airport brings the rest from all over the world. With so many productions headed to GA because it's a right to work state, and you being a local hire, you stand a much better chance of not only building your resume, but also of meeting working producers and directors. Much harder to do in LA or even NYC when so many are vying for your same coveted role.
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The cost of living in Los Angeles is insane. In addition to the high rents, public transportation is far behind Chicago or New York City. Day jobs are also difficult to come by. There are plenty of ac...
Expand commentThe cost of living in Los Angeles is insane. In addition to the high rents, public transportation is far behind Chicago or New York City. Day jobs are also difficult to come by. There are plenty of actors gunning for server, bartender and other positions, in addition to the usual competition from undereducated lower class populations. If you have connections in Atlanta, go there. Competition is less fierce. You'll have a better chance of making ends meet.
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Wow, this is just unbelievably awesome information! This makes total sense. I appreciate your input & can't thank you enough!