On the Come Up with Kimberly Sanchez
The podcast where real conversations meet creative ambition. Every other week, I sit down in person with models, actors, filmmakers, artists, and other creatives to talk about the early steps, setbacks, and breakthroughs that shaped their journey.
We get into everything from pushing past self doubt to building your brand, growing an audience, and trusting your gut in a world that doesn’t always get your vision.
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On the Come Up with Kimberly Sanchez
Acting Industry Advice: Self Submitting, Auditions & Getting Booked
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In this episode, actor Stephanie McReynolds shares how her background in competitive gymnastics prepared her for the realities of building an acting career, from performing under pressure to staying camera-ready on set. We dive into practical acting career tips, including how she started in modeling and transitioned into TV, film, and commercial work. She also breaks down the importance of strong self-tape habits, why submitting auditions early matters, and the realities of self-submitting to acting gigs as you grow in the industry.
We get into the mindset side of the craft, covering rejection, learning to say no, and maintaining confidence. Plus, we have an honest conversation about tattoos in acting, how they can affect auditions or booking roles, and the real on-set solutions used to work around them.
If you are looking for practical acting advice, self-tape tips, audition mindset strategies, and insights on actor career growth, this episode delivers real, useful takeaways for performers at every stage.
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