The Martini Shot

Valerie Bittner

As a professional model and actress since 1993, Valerie Bittner has seen and learned a lot. While still actively working in TV, film, and print, she enjoys sharing what she's learned over the years consulting on marketing and helping others get into the entertainment industry. This is The Martini Shot — Valerie's podcast — where if you or someone you know is an aspiring actor or model, the advice is invaluable.

  1. Ep 020 - What Should Go In Your Model Bag

    03/30/2016

    Ep 020 - What Should Go In Your Model Bag

    You’ve booked the job but do you know what to bring? There are basic essentials every commercial model/actor needs to have on this episode of The Martini Shot! Professional Models are Prepared: The Model’s Tote Bag: http://tophollywoodactingcoach.com/2012/06/professional-models-tote-bag

    4 min
  2. Ep 019 - Method Actors Brilliant Or Annoying

    03/24/2016

    Ep 019 - Method Actors Brilliant Or Annoying

    Method Acting has been described as a form of acting where the actor ‘becomes’ the character or tries to somehow literally live the character in life. But when is method acting brilliant or down right annoying? Did The Joker Kill Heath Leger? http://submittedforyourperusal.com/2008/03/01/did-the-joker-kill-heath-ledger/

    4 min
  3. Ep 018 - Building Your Reel with Independent Film

    03/17/2016

    Ep 018 - Building Your Reel with Independent Film

    How does a newcomer get content for a reel when no one will hire you without a reel? Explore the avenue of Independent film with my special guest Bill Hartin CEO and founder of the Independent consortium FIFO on today’s episode of The Martini Shot! FIFO (Fade In/Fade Out) http://www.fifolv.org

    7 min
  4. Ep 017 - Why Do You Want To Be An Actor

    03/10/2016

    Ep 017 - Why Do You Want To Be An Actor

    Are You Ok Being The Member of A Team Or Do You Have To Be A Star? Let’s make sure you’re in it for the right reasons. Links: The Hollywood Complex: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1754351/ That Guy That Was In That Thing: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2402200/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 That Gal That Was In That Thing: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4406298/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

    5 min
  5. Ep 016 - Casting, What’s Your Type?

    03/02/2016

    Ep 016 - Casting, What’s Your Type?

    When casting asks for a specific type that’s who they want to see. Let's nail down your type on this episode of The Martini Shot. Links: What Is More Important For An Actor, Their Look Or Their Talent? by Markus Redmond: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzWgBo98mW4 Type Cast Actors: Listal.com: http://www.listal.com/list/typecast-actors

    5 min
  6. Ep 015 - Scams, How To Spot Them & How To Avoid Them

    02/25/2016

    Ep 015 - Scams, How To Spot Them & How To Avoid Them

    Too many aspiring models are victims of modeling scams. Being on the look-out for modeling scams & knowing what to look for is critical. Links: 4 Acting Scams and How To Spot Them: http://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/4-acting-scams-and-how-spot-them/ 5 Ways to Recognize an Acting or Modeling Scam: http://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/5-ways-recognize-acting-or-modeling-scam/

    6 min
  7. Ep 014 - The IRS & Artists with CPA Matt Leiner

    02/17/2016

    Ep 014 - The IRS & Artists with CPA Matt Leiner

    The IRS & Artists with CPA Matt Leiner Notes: Are you listing artist, musician, actor or model on your tax return? My guest today is my accountant, Matt Leiner, CPA with Buckno, Lisicky & Company who will share his insights on how to keep you out of tax court. Links: http://www.bucknolisicky.com/leiner.htm Article "Painter Brushes Off The IRS": http://us10.campaign-archive1.com/?u=d68338f5b0f6ef66f43958c96&id=ebbb2bafea&e=4ac4b5378c

    6 min
  8. Ep 013 - Ageism in Hollywood Yes, Women Do Age!

    02/10/2016

    Ep 013 - Ageism in Hollywood Yes, Women Do Age!

    How long can, or should, an actress play a love interest? Why does everyone fixate on an actress’s appearance and not the actors? Inside Amy Schumer - Last F**kable Day - Uncensored https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPpsI8mWKmg Vulture.com: http://www.vulture.com/2015/05/emma-jlaw-and-scarletts-older-man-problem.html

    5 min
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As a professional model and actress since 1993, Valerie Bittner has seen and learned a lot. While still actively working in TV, film, and print, she enjoys sharing what she's learned over the years consulting on marketing and helping others get into the entertainment industry. This is The Martini Shot — Valerie's podcast — where if you or someone you know is an aspiring actor or model, the advice is invaluable.

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  • Creator
    Valerie Bittner
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2016
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
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  • Show Website
    The Martini Shot