2020 Holiday Gift Guide- The Virtual Actor
2020 has been a wild ride…
All I have to say is thank goodness for the internet. Keeping us connected to both our friends & our art. Don’t know about you but, I have created a little at home studio right in my bedroom to adapt to the times!
This Holiday Gift Guide is dedicated to all the actors out there who have had to shift to an online platform.
10 Gifts for the Virtual Actor
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1. iPhone Stabilizer
If you want to level up your Dance Reel- this is a must! This IPHONE STABILIZER creates smooth video recording experience when you are shooting on the go.
2. Canon Camera Kit
This is the CAMERA I use for self tapes! Perfect for video & pictures. The CAMERA kit includes Camera Gadget Bag , 50 inch Tripod, High Capacity Spare Battery, Lens Cleaning Brush Pen, Lens Cleaning dust Blower, DSLR Camera 5pc Starter Kit- Lens Cap Keeper, Paging Zone Lens Cleaning Cloth, Screen Protectors, and Memory Card Wallet. (yup- ALL OF THAT, it’s a steal!)
Use these FAIRY LIGHTS to fight those awful shadows with some secondary lighting.
4. Subscriptions to Broadway HD
From Cats to Memphis, a subscription of BROADWAY HD will have every actor smiling ear to ear remembering why they loved theater in the first place, even if it is only virtual right now…
5. Monologue Package
MONOLOGUES are a great way to show your personal style and personality. You want a piece that is relatable, but also challenges you. The CEO of Problem Solved, Jenna Leigh Miller will work together with you to find material you are confident about. Material that is age, theme, and length appropriate. Different Packages are available based on your needs.
All packages included a free 20 minute consultation.
6. Phone Tripod
This hands free PHONE TRIPOD fits an iPhone & Android. Comes with a carrying case as well!
7. Ring Light
If you haven’t made the purchase yet, this should be at the top of your list! This RING LIGHT is the one I use! Has adjustable height, light, shoots vertically and horizontally, comes with a Bluetooth start clicker and carrying case.
8. E-Course
INSTAGRAM STORIES E-COURSE - is for the virtual actor who wants to have killer Instagram stories. A step by step guide that includes 11 tutorials, jam packed with the tips & tricks you always wanted to know.
HOW TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN YOUR AUDITION AND MUSIC BOOKS E-COURSE - Being organized = more auditions. Plain and simple. What’s included: 3 approachable units:
Unit 1: 3 Music Books, Unit 2- Audition Book, Unit 3- How to Cut Music, Bonus Unit: Living in a Virtual World, Actor Must Have’s, Resource List: for accompanist contacts, Genre List: list of song genres that should be included in your audition book, and Certificate of Completion.
9. Camera Tripod
Having a CAMERA TRIPOD is a must if you are shooting self tapes! Includes a carrying bag as well!
BLACK & WHITE BACKGROUND - Set it up in minutes! Attach the instant pop-up background panel to the support stand via the backdrop clip, easily create quick and simple shoots without tools in minutes.
COLORED BACKGROUND - 5' X 7' twist, collapsible blue/green background (One side blue, one side green). Easy to carry, great for on location shoots.