The process of obtaining representation of any kind, be it commercial, theatrical, hosting or any other type, can be daunting. From the marketing effort to draw consideration to you, preparing for the initial meeting, and the details involved with the inception of the business relationship and beyond you will win with Kevin’s 30+ year expertise.
To create the proper career strategy, in any industry, requires more than just a few common buzz words. With dozens of subjective options to building your acting career it’s imperative to consider many elements, not just chat with a few peers or a manager. Kevin customizes an actor success plan that considers all of your life, not just acting.
What does pursuing your acting career pro-actively even mean? The ActorMBA is not some cookie cutter program. Kevin consults with you, about you, regardless of your experience level or geographical city. He knows that if the game plan really doesn’t fit, your goals or personality, you’ll eventually cease the pursuit. BE and THINK different!
Actor networking is far more complex and commonly mishandled. An actor can risk a professional industry connection with mediocre conversation skills. Kevin E. West has an unparalleled and documented history of insight and networking mastery. Learn the true art of language and conversation to maximize events and encounters.
“Kevin is the consummate professional. He is one the most ethical, intelligent, talented, proactive, pro-actor individuals I’ve ever known. Kevin’s extensive credits, experiences, passion and the ability to communicate make him the best person I know to assist actors to ‘Master the Business of Acting’. Hollywood is a business that has a lot of unspoken and ever-changing rules, leading to a lot of mistakes which cost actors time, money and emotional strength. To have someone like Kevin on your side to help you get through this business without having to make all of the same mistakes…is invaluable.”
Lonnie Hamerman – Casting Director; Without A Trace, Monk, Angel, Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Greetings! I'm Kevin E West and I want to share with you the vision and values that drive my mission to support actors like you. Saving you time, increasing the likelihood of career success and avoiding emotional pitfalls is at the heart of what I do. With my decades of experience in the industry from shooting over sixty Guest Star roles to consulting hundreds of successful actors and even AN OSCAR WINNER, I've seen countless talented individuals lose time chasing blind hope or following misguided advice.
That's why my coaching focuses on the core skills and strategies you need to navigate and succeed in the entertainment industry. I eliminate the guesswork in building your acting career, so you can spend your time doing what you love - acting and increasing your chances to get paid for it! In the acting profession, time and energy are truly money. So, by knowing where to invest both PLUS your money can make all the difference. My coaching will guide you towards the resources, opportunities and decisive actions that will truly benefit your career - and away from those that won't.
Kevin chats with industry pal & world-renowned acting coach, Anthony Meindl, to discuss the SAG-AFTRA strike & #InterimAgreements!
Swedish journalist, Christina Birro interviews Kevin per his position as a strike SAG-AFTRA Negotiating Committee member.
Kevin joins KALW radio host, Rose Aguilar, to discuss the SAG-AFTRA strike demands per revenue sharing, A.I and more!
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Celebrity Television ( ABC - Fresh Off The Boat )
"No one lays out advice for actors in a more clear, concise way than Kevin E West. He's practical, compassionate and dedicated to the success of fellow artists. As someone who's career benefited greatly from the resources Kevin has offered...I can't recommend him enough!"
Casting Director Television (GrownUps 2, The Walking Dead, Gilmore Girls )
"What I love about Kevin is that he has been in the trenches as a working actor in Hollywood for years. He knows the in's and out's of what it takes to be successful in this business. It is scary traversing the show business landscape, anywhere in the world, and the actors life. If anyone can help guide you on your path it's Kevin E. West."
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Celebrity Television ( Lincoln Lawyer, Covert Affairs, Ugly Betty )
"What I've always loved about Kevin is his practical approach to this inherently emotional business. In his book, discussions and coaching he deftly points out what to avoid in show business and, more importantly, what to embrace."
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Sr V.P. CESD ( ABC, Fresh Off The Boat )
"No one lays out advice for actors in a more clear, concise way than Kevin E West. He's practical, compassionate and dedicated to the success of fellow artists. As someone who's career benefited greatly from the resources Kevin has offered...I can't recommend him enough!"
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Owner / CEO ( Lemon Lime Talent Agency )
"What I love about Kevin is that he has been in the trenches as a working actor in Hollywood for years. He knows the in's and out's of what it takes to be successful in this business. It is scary traversing the show business landscape, anywhere in the world, and the actors life. If anyone can help guide you on your path it's Kevin E. West."
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Celebrity Television ( Lincoln Lawyer, Covert Affairs, Ugly Betty )
"What I've always loved about Kevin is his practical approach to this inherently emotional business. In his book, discussions and coaching he deftly points out what to avoid in show business and, more importantly, what to embrace."
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Actor / Director ( Ocean's Eleven, Spider-Man , The Bannen Way )
"Nobody hustles more or knows the business part of acting more than Kevin E. West. HIs book breaks it down with practical do's and don'ts' in the most succinct and actionable way."
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Partner, Coast to Coast Talent Group, Inc. Head of Adult Commercial and Celebrity
"Kevin's extensive knowledge and wisdom is invaluable. This book provides any actor and interesting and poignant view into this crazy 'biz of show' from his veteran career experiences. He offers unique insight in a witty yet direct approach that is sure to inspire and educate."
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Celebrity Television ( Miss Congeniality 2, Parks & Rec, The Resident )
“My career had solely been in the live theater prior to moving to Los Angeles to pursue work in film and television. Finding Kevin and The Actors Network was a life saver for me. He really helped to demystify this business for me, allowing me to become what I’ve always wanted to be: a Working Actor in TV & Film.”
7 Deadly Sins The Actor Overcomes provides a unique approach to the profession of acting. The profession of acting is a vastly different conversation than the artistic desire to perform. One could argue the business of performance art may be the most difficult relationship you ever have with yourself. The desire to perform on stage is innate. The credibility afforded the actor who performs regularly on stage is well earned. However, your belief system about the art, when challenged by the desire to make money acting on camera, can be an emotional and psychological conundrum.
7 Deadly Sins - The Actor Overcomes provides a unique approach to the profession of acting. The profession of acting is a vastly different conversation than the artistic desire to perform. One could argue the business of performance art may be the most difficult relationship you ever have with yourself. The desire to perform on stage is innate. The credibility afforded the actor who performs regularly on stage is well earned. However, your belief system about the art, when challenged by the desire to make money acting on camera, can be an emotional and psychological conundrum.
“If you’re an actor that is thinking of making ’Show’ your ‘Business’ then there is no one more experienced and educated than Kevin E. West. Kevin knows because he does. As a professional actor for more than 30 years, he has made it his mission to both make a living, and to make sure other have the tool to succeed as well.”
David DeAngelis, Executive Producer
Next Level Chef & Hell’s Kitchen
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Information, Techniques and Tips That Will Help Make You A Working Actor!
Two-CD Audio Set
Commercial Audition
Coach: Carolyne Barry
Theatrical Audition
Coach: Kevin E. West
Featuring Veteran Industry Experts:
Casting: Michael Sanford - Terry Berland
Agents: David Ziff - Hugh Leon - Todd Justice
Manager: Fonda St. Paul
Producer: Mike Jacobs Jr.
You have a specific actor scenario that you want to quickly resolve so let’s address it directly without wasting time. Here you might have a longstanding block/prejudice/fog about some aspect of your career. This is very common in the entertainment industry where actors often encounter unprecedented situations and issues. We will quickly identify and roadmap an appropriate solution(s)with clear, next-step protocols. Like all of my coaching, this might involve me doing some additional homework for you at no additional charge!
Same as “SINGLE” Target above but now you’ve identified another issue that needs help or know that it’sin one of the common actor hang-up areas: headshot preparation, casting relationships, agent/managerproduction target list research, marketing language, pursuing producers/directors, websitearrangement, social media narrative--- and you don’t know where to begin. Again, regardless of yourcareer status, credits, level of experience, I will address these matters at your specific career juncture sothat you take action and get working!
Often, there are aspects of our career that need time and attention and more than 30 or 60 minutes. Here we dive deep into what’s going on: Where do you need help? What’s working? What are your goals? These are just a few of the many questions on which we can collaborate. Maybe you have revised an entire television target list, re-editing your demo reel, or are weeks out from an important meeting with new representation. I have 30+ years of experience and there really are no surprises and that’s why we work together so there are none for you
Here we’re not wasting time and in no rush. We will do everything above and lay out a complete career game plan over the next four weeks for the future of your career. This is as comprehensive as I get. We will cover EVERYTHING and I do it in a signature way where nothing is left behind and you feel confident to achieve your absolute personalized success. This four-week course covers:
The PRO PREP PLAN program is Kevin’s mastery consultation course. You will consult with Kevin live on zoom for two separate (90-minute) sessions, weekly. Kevin provides professional business of acting expertise totaling, 12 hours, over four weeks. Every acting career element listed above will be covered.
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SAG-AFTRA Exec. V.P. – 2nd Highest Union Officer ( Better Call Saul, 9-1-1: Lonestar, Z Nation )
"Nobody hustles more or knows the business part of acting more than Kevin E. West. HIs book breaks it down with practical do's and don'ts' in the most succinct and actionable way."
Top 5 L.A. Casting Director, Commercials
"Kevin's extensive knowledge and wisdom is invaluable. This book provides any actor and interesting and poignant view into this crazy 'biz of show' from his veteran career experiences. He offers unique insight in a witty yet direct approach that is sure to inspire and educate."
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War Dogs, Shameless, Castle, General Hospital
“Kevin E. West has saved me years of my life - truly, the information and lessons imparted help you skip the years where your wheels are spinning and you're not getting anywhere. Or, when you're not sure what your next step should be. It's a comfort to know you have someone to guide you”
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9-1-1: Lonestar, S.W.A.T., NCIS, Legion
"As a business coach, Kevin has the perfect combination of extensive experience combined with a unique ability to breakdown complex actor business issues into clear and digestible solutions. And perhaps most importantly, he is able to do so with a level of empathy that allows you to move forward from past mistakes compassionately, leaving you empowered to pursue the career of your dreams, not only with passion, but with purpose"
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Top 5 L.A. Casting Director, Commercials
"Kevin has an intimate knowledge of an actor's life and challenges. He has put that knowledge to use for years, teaching actors how to navigate the challenges of their craft and, most importantly, the business sense needed to succeed as an actor. Common sense answers to an unwieldy business. That's Kevin's specialty, and he is the best in the business at providing the answers they need to succeed!"
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Hall Pass, Bosch, Lucifer, Greatest Beer Run Ever
“What I love about Kevin is his honesty, no BS approach. He cares deeply for actors and wants to give them the best tools possible to succeed. Kevin has an approach and mindset that has accelerated his career as well as coaching fellow artists. If you want someone to give it to you straight, guide you with his years of experience and prepare you for this Business of Show, no one better than Kevin E. West.”
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Manager & Reality Television Executive Producer
"In a field full of bad advice, shoddy instruction, and self-serving nonsense, this book stands alone. Kevin E. West has created a smart, soulful and hopeful guide to the business of acting. His unique background and considerable talent gives the reader the clearest vision I’ve seen of how to navigate the entertainment industry."
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Co-founder - Dances With Films Festival
"I am not a person to say nice things just because Kevin is a friend. I find that his book really speaks to me, even after 30 years in this business, with 20 years of running a film festival within that. Everyone, not just actors, should read this book as one to guide them through their career choices, no matter what their path is. It’s practical, it's smart, and will be relevant for many years to come. Congrats, Kevin."
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Actor/Writer: Dynasty / 911, S.W.A.T., Superstore
“The insight that Kevin E. West gave me about the business side of acting is definitely part of why I suddenly booked 8 co-stars in one year (having booked exactly zero before that). When I transitioned into being a full-time writer, I applied the same principles that I learned from Kevin and as a Lifetime member of The Actors’ Network to help me level up, and it worked - again. You have to be good at your craft AND smart at your business. That's what Kevin helped me see!”
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Colors, Predator, God’s Not Dead, America’s Most Wanted
"There are few in this business whose work with actors I trust more than Kevin E. West. As the very first speaker - almost 25 years ago - at legendary The Actors’ Network, which was the prototype for every networking organization that came after in Los Angeles, I saw that Kevin was capable of changing the paradigm for actors in Hollywood. He’s taken his decades of experience and expertise and put it into an easy-to-understand book, and delivers the message with passion and humor. Highly recommended!"
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Next Level Chef, Hell’s Kitchen
"If you are an actor that is thinking of making ‘Show’ your ‘Business’ then there is no one more experienced and educated than Kevin E. West. Kevin knows because he does. As a professional actor for more than 25 years, he has made it his mission to both make a living and to make sure others have the tools to do it as well."
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Mindhunter, Magnum P.I., Covenant, Class of ’09
“Kevin E. West - the man, the myth, the legend! Honestly, without studying and learning from Kevin, I'd only know the Show side of Show Business. He taught me much about how to approach this craft as a business, how to be proactive, the importance of relationships & your network, and many many other useful tools that I use frequently to push my business forward. Forever grateful for this guy!”
Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do.
—Jim Rohn
Learn from the mistakes of others. You can't live long enough to make them all yourself.”
― Eleanor Roosevelt
Mastering the Business of Acting with The ActorMBA creates omnipotent actor business confidence which leads to your ultimate career success.”
—Kevin E. West
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