Business of Acting Expert – Kevin E. West

Elite Executive Mentor

The CEO entrepreneur of an award-winning organization, a redneck, a veteran actor, a producer of 40+ live events, a 29-year public speaker and a business consultant to individuals from all …

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Meet Jim Connor and Rob Fitzgerald of UnionWorking (VoyageLA article)

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jim Connor and Rob Fitzgerald. These two gentleman belong to a grassroots organization called UnionWorking which was borne out of the frustration …

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Communication Entrepreneur

I know Kevin E. West and we have had him as a speaker for our Seminars for Actors. I can unequivocally say there is no more knowledgeable and opinionated speaker about the business of acting. Kevin is a force of nature and knowledge. One of the most dynamic speakers I have heard.

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Webinar Series

The 21st Century Hollywood Webinar series provides unique and unparalleled excellence on the “Business of Show Business.” Kevin E. West, creator / presenter, has put together 100 15-minute webinars covering …

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CONSULTATIONS: Actors * Entertainment * Issues

Booking a Private Consultation with Kevin E. West PHILOSOPHY Even Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods go to practice and Al Pacino is still an advocate of going to class. No …

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@UnionWorking

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Union Leader

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SAG-AFTRA Delegate

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I am now working with Austin Leshay at MGMT Entertainment... Truly I have no idea where I'd be without TAN and your specific wisdom, advice, [and] connections.

— Ben Whitehair

A straight shooter within an industry hardly known for its integrity, Kevin’s the real deal. Best investment in your acting career, as far as the business side of things go, that you’ll ever make.

— Troy McFadden

Taking a private with Kevin gave me a real look at what I needed to work on and how to approach it. I truly feel that Kevin's insight and knowledge helped me make stronger business decisions.

— Brian Baldini

Working with Kevin, I was able to acquire several meetings with agents and managers... He helped me edit my reel in a way that caught peoples attention and left them wanting more.

— Darin Toonder

Nobody will map out your path for you but you so if you’re planning on dedicating your life in pursuit of the arts, do yourself a favor and sit down with Kevin for an hour.

— Matt Knudsen

Informative, clarifying, and inspiring, Kevin gave me information I hadn't known, specific points I needed to address, and he got me to be honest with myself about what I really want from this.

— Jane Kinsey

A decade after my first demo reel consultation with Kevin, Editors still consistently compliment me on my level of preparation and I credit this back to time well spent with Kevin E West.

— Paul Bond

To have someone like Kevin on your side to help you get through Los Angeles without having to make all of the same mistakes... is invaluable.

— Lonnie Hamerman

In a Theatrical audition it is imperative that you’re able to walk in, find your body position, and be totally relaxed

If you find yourself becoming resentful or feel anger building when heading to an audition, just stop.

If you want your creativity to help you, then spend 100% of your time on the creation itself, because you know acting.

90% of managers today function like agents without the state bond. Don't expect much from them.

Memorization is important for film and television performers, but you have to have vision behind it.

Choosing to not pursue acting as a career isn't quitting. It's simply choosing the joy of art over art plus commerce.