Category Archives: I Hope I Get It
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #36 – Amazon Subscribe and Save: Buy in Bulk the Easy Way
Posted on May 16, 2013 by affordableactorliving in acting, affordable actor living, I Hope I Get It, Thrifty ThursdayMost folks agree that buying in bulk is a great way to save money, but, between membership costs, limited selection your local stores and the idea of carrying 25 rolls of toilet paper home on any sort of public transit, most city dwelling actors shun the thought. Enter Amazon Subscribe & Save. With free shipping, [...]
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Return of the Caucus Monday May 20th
Posted on May 14, 2013 by Rachel F. Hirsch in acting, business branding, I Hope I Get It, musical theater, Specials, theaterIf you didn’t know already from posts like this and this, I just had a baby. Naturally, this experience has taken me off the grid for a little while. But I am happy to report that I’m starting to re-enter the world and I’m bringing Actors’ Embassy with me. This means the return of the [...]
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #35 – Credit Unions: The Alternative to Big Banking
Posted on May 9, 2013 by affordableactorliving in affordable actor living, I Hope I Get It, Thrifty ThursdayIf the economic meltdown left you with a bad taste in your mouth for Big Banking, consider joining a credit union. Because credit unions are accountable to members instead of shareholders, they can routinely offer great benefits: lower APR on most loans (including student loans, mortgages, and credit cards), low- or no-fee checking accounts, and better rates of return [...]
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #34 – Double Check it!: Saving Money Online with Coupon Codes
Posted on May 2, 2013 by affordableactorliving in acting, affordable actor living, I Hope I Get It, Thrifty ThursdayWe at Affordable Actor Living love coupons in all of their forms, and the easiest ones to find are of the online variety. Sites like Retail Me Not and Coupon Cabin aggregate coupons from online retailers for easy searching. However, with the sheer number of codes available (and the fact that many may have expired!), [...]
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #33 – Business Cards (with an Actor Twist)
Posted on April 25, 2013 by affordableactorliving in acting, affordable actor living, business branding, I Hope I Get It, Thrifty ThursdayIn today’s market, actors rub elbows with the people looking to hire them just about everywhere – from classes and workshops, to networking meet-ups, to opening nights and after-parties. A photo business card is a quick way to give your vital stats to that director/agent/casting director you just met, without awkwardly carrying your headshot and [...]
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #32 – Cheap-o Repro: Print Your Headshots for Less
Posted on April 18, 2013 by affordableactorliving in affordable actor living, auditions, I Hope I Get It, Thrifty ThursdayFace it: actors need headshots. Until the entire casting process goes digital, the best way to “get your face in their face” is an 8×10 of your gorgeous mug with a résumé stapled to the back. However, most of the big-name reproduction houses in New York City have one problem: they are really pricey! If [...]
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #31 – Couch Time: Therapy on a Sliding Scale
Posted on April 11, 2013 by affordableactorliving in affordable actor living, I Hope I Get It, Thrifty ThursdayThe life of an actor can be tumultuous. Most of us have more than the average share of uncertainty and rejection when building our careers – it’s just part of the package when pursuing a life in the arts. Not surprisingly, many people find talking to therapists…well, therapeutic. They can be objective observers that help [...]
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #29 – Flying High: Collect Free Airline Miles
Posted on March 28, 2013 by affordableactorliving in affordable actor living, I Hope I Get It, Thrifty ThursdayAirline miles can be cashed in for everything from flights to magazine subscriptions to Bose speakers. It could take infrequent flyers decades to save up enough miles - on flights alone - for a big purchase, but there is a quick and free way to increase your earnings: sign up with e-miles and e-rewards. They’ll send you e-mail surveys [...]
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #28 – On Pins and Needles: Acupuncture and Massage at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
Posted on March 21, 2013 by affordableactorliving in acting, affordable actor living, I Hope I Get ItNo question about it: the Business of Show can take a toll on your body, and actors need to keep their physical instrument in great shape. We’ve already shown you how to get yoga classes for free and shrink your gym bill significantly, but, if you need a little extra help to get those kinks [...]
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #27 – Free Workshops and Events with the SAG Foundation
Posted on March 14, 2013 by affordableactorliving in affordable actor living, I Hope I Get It, Thrifty ThursdayMembers of SAG/AFTRA probably already know about the SAG Foundation. But did you know that AEA members can join for free, as well? The foundation organizes free events – mostly in Los Angeles and New York City – including movie screenings, workshops with casting directors, panel discussions with filmmakers, and more. All for free. Take a [...]
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