There are SO many myths about working in the entertainment industry from “it’s all about who you know” to “you need an agent”, “you have to live in Los Angeles”, and “if you work hard enough, you’ll eventually make it”.

But how much of that is actually true?

In this video, we're breaking down 10 of the biggest entertainment industry myths and talking about what it REALLY takes to build a career in entertainment. And this isn't just for dancers or actors, these lessons can apply to performers, creators, filmmakers, writers, directors, agents, crew members, and anyone trying to build a career in the entertainment business.

We'll talk about networking, talent, auditions, rejection, representation, unpaid work, industry experience, social media, living in Los Angeles, hard work, timing, opportunity, and everything in between.

Here are the 10 entertainment industry myths we're covering:

1. It's all about who you know
2. It's all about talent
3. You have to pay your dues
4. You need to work for free to get experience
5. You need an agent to get started
6. If you audition enough, eventually you'll get hired
7. Rejection means you're doing something wrong
8. You need to live in Los Angeles
9. Social media is optional
10. If you work hard enough, you'll make it

As a talent agent working in the entertainment industry, I've seen firsthand how complicated the hiring and casting process can be. Getting hired isn't always as simple as being the most talented person, having the biggest network, auditioning the most, or working the hardest. There are so many factors involved, including professionalism, marketability, experience, availability, timing, opportunity, adaptability, and whether you're the right fit for a specific project.

We'll also talk about when unpaid work can actually be useful, whether you really need an agent when you're starting out, why rejection isn't necessarily a reflection of your talent, whether you actually need to move to Los Angeles to work in entertainment, and why having a social media presence can function as a digital resume.

If you're trying to become a professional dancer, actor, model, creator, filmmaker, writer, director, entertainment professional, or you're simply trying to break into the industry, I hope this video helps you approach your career with a little more information and a lot less pressure.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Truth v Myth: Entertainment Industry Edition
0:27 It's all about who you know
1:01 It's all about talent
1:35 You have to pay your dues
5:36 You need to work for free to get experience
6:58 You need an agent to get started
7:40 If you audition enough eventually you'll get hired
10:25 Rejection means you're doing something wrong
12:52 You need to live in Hollywood
14:19 Social media is optional
17:02 If you work hard enough you'll make it
19:34 Outro

COMMENT BELOW: What's one entertainment industry “rule” or piece of advice you've heard that you're not sure is actually true?

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