Kym Jackson
Kym Jackson is the author of The Hollywood Survival Guide for actors and a busy working actress with 60+ feature film and TV credits, including This Is Us, American Crime Story, NCIS, SWAT, and BET show, Rebel.
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1249826
Kym is a voting member of The Television Academy (Emmys), SAG-AFTRA, American MENSA, and a speaker for SAG-AFTRA, MEAA, Women In Film and many other organizations.
In 2019, she filmed the ABC/Disney pilot 'Triangle' as the series regular character of Viking Queen Neela alongside Mike Vogel, Mallory Jansen, and Edwin Hodge.
She is currently in production on the feature film, A Royal In Paradise. Her most recent TV release, The Secrets She Keeps S2, will soon be available on Channel 10, Prime Video, or Paramount+.
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Should I Reach Out To Casting After A Disastrous Audition To Apologize?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvCan I follow up with casting if my audition was disastrous?
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What Do I Do If The Producers Are On Their Phones At The Start Of An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvCasting isn't even looking at me. Help!
Do I pause until the producers are looking at me?
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How Can I ‘Take Risks’ In My Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhat does taking a risk mean?
How do I make big choices in my audition?
Should I take a risk in my au... -
Should I Tell The Casting Director That I’m About To Take A Risk In An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvShould I warn the casting director if I'm going to scream?
Should I surprise the casting director wit... -
When I'm Finding My Own Auditions, What Is My Most Important Tool?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow important is a good headshot?
Will casting watch my demo reel on a submission?
Should I leave ca... -
How Do I Get Sides For My Auditions On Actors Access?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhere do I get my sides for my audition on Actors Access?
What is show fax?
I have an Cmail but I don... -
Should I Bring A Gift For The Casting Director At An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvAm I expected to give a gift to a CD after an audition?
Should I buy casting directors gifts for brin... -
How Can I Stay Focused When I Try To Learn My Lines For An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow do I learn my lines?
Do you have tips on how I can learn my lines?
What do you do while you learn... -
How Can I Find Work Or Get More Auditions For Sitcoms?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvDo I need to train to be on a sitcom?
How can I get a sitcom role?
Where can I train so casting direc... -
Should I Follow Up With A Casting Director After I Have An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvShould I make contact with casting post-audition?
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How Early Should I Arrive Before An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvCan I go to an audition earlier?
Is it a good idea to go to an audition before my call time?
Is it ev... -
I Audition For Younger Characters, Should I Be Open About My Age At Auditions?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvCan casting ask my age?
When is age relevant in casting?
Can casting ask if I am over 18?
My casting ... -
I Feel Like I'm Never Going To Learn My Lines For This Audition. Help!
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow to stay calm learning lines?
Any tips on combatting the pressure of learning lines for an auditio... -
What Should I Do If I Hear The Person Before Me Auditioning Very Differently?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvShould I change my performance to replicate the person before me if I can hear him / her from the wai...
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Is It Ok To Ask Someone In The Audition Waiting Room To Run The Scene With Me?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvIs it appropriate to ask someone in the waiting room for audition help?
Can I ask another actor in th... -
If A Reader Is Far Away From The Camera At The Audition, Can I Cheat To Camera?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow important is the reader to my audition?
Can I tell the reader where to stand?
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What Can I Do To Book More Roles At My Auditions?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhy am I not booking?
Why am I not getting call backs?
How can I better at auditions?
How can I be mo... -
Can I Send Unsolicited Audition Self Tapes To Projects I Find Out About?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvI found the sides, can I send a tape to casting?
Casting won't see me for a role, should I just tape ... -
Is It Ok To Ask For Another Take In An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvThe can I not ask for another taking at an audition?
Can I redo my scene if I'm not happy with it?
Ca... -
Is It Worth Signing Up For A Year To Actors Access To Find My Own Auditions?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhat do I get out of Actors Access?
Why do I need Actors Access?
How much does Actors Access cost?
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Is It Good To Try A Different Accent If I Get Another Take In An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvShould I ask the casting director if I can try my natural accent?
Can I change up my accent for a sec... -
In A Chemistry Read Audition Is It OK To Ask Something From A Cast Actor?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow do I negotiate performance in a chemistry read?
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Do I Need To Hold My Sides In My Hand In An Audition?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvI know my lines why do I need the script in my audition?
I don't even look at the script when I act t... -
What Should I Do If There Is Fighting Or Violence In An Audition Scene?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
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https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvShould I act out the violence in the script for my audition?
Can I show off my stunt skills in an aud...
