How to be a Screen Actor with Joseph H Johnson Jr

“You have to get out of your way.”  –Joseph H Johnson Jr.

How to be a Screen Actor with Joseph H Johnson Jr

Joe Johnson is a SAG-AFTRA actor and writer in Los Angeles.  Originally from Flint, Michigan, Joe moved to the West Coast to be an actor.  Hear why he says you need to "find your tribe," tips for working on set, and how to let yourself succeed.

Hear from Joe Johnson about:

·         A D&D edition on the Youtube Channel, Handlebar TV

·         His family’s connection to the entertainment industry;

·         Booking the TV show Criminal Minds;

·         Costar versus Guest star credits;

·         How an agent helps you;

·         What doing stunts can be like;

·         Tips on how to advocate for yourself on set;

·         What an entertainment lawyer can do for you;

·         Joining SAG (Screen Actors Guild);

·         Commercial work;

·         What Taft-Harltey is (read about it here); ·         Residual checks – getting paid;

·         Keeping fit for the job;

·         Branding yourself;

·         How to make life in LA work for you, and more.

You can keep up with Joe on Facebook and on Instagram: @blackneto_  Here is his IMDB

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