Peter Graham

To schedule a time to chat email [email protected]

Hi! I'm Peter Graham and I'm an actor who, after many YEARS of hustling, is (at last) regularly auditioning for large and exciting roles in television and film. And I'd love to help you get here faster than I did! I'm an NYU Tisch grad and though I'm now LA based, I've spent years auditioning and climbing ranks in both the NYC and LA markets. My most recent credits include guest starring roles on Will & Grace, NCIS and Law & Order: SVU. See more on my formal acting website above.

Are you just graduating college and trying to figure out what the hell to do now? I have very much been there. When it comes to my advice, I'm abundantly honest & an optimistic realist.

Questions you have may include, but are not limited to:

REPRESENTATION

What's the difference between an agent/manager?

When & how should I try to get reps?

How do I know what reps to approach?

When should I leave my reps for better ones?

How does my rep make money?

What are red flags to avoid?

How do contracts work?

MARKETS

Should I move to LA or NY?

Or a smaller market (Atlanta, Chicago, Vancouver, New Mexico)?

AUDITIONING

What websites should I be on to submit myself for projects?

How do people get auditions for professional projects?

How can I handle my nerves at high stakes auditions/meetings?

I got my first "real" audition! What should I expect?

What does it mean to be "on avail" or "pinned"?

What is a pre-read?

How do I self tape most effectively?

EDUCATION

Does it matter if/where I go to college?

Should I go to grad school?

FINANCES

What are the realities of making money as an actor? What about making a LIVING?

(I will be abundantly transparent with you & tell you exactly how much money I’m making on my various jobs and residuals.)

HEADSHOT/RESUME

What makes a good headshot?

Do I need more than one?

How do I find the right photographer?

How do I format my resume?

REELS

Do I need one?

How long should it be?

What if I don’t have any professional footage yet?

CASTING DIRECTORS/WORKSHOPS

What do casting directors do & how do I meet them?

Are casting director workshops a good investment?

How do I decide what workshops to go to?

SAG-AFTRA

What’s the difference between union and non union work?

When & how do I join SAG?

How much does it cost?

How do I qualify for SAG Health Insurance?

OTHER

Do I need a website?

Should I create my own work?

Does my social media matter?

What books/podcasts do you recommend?

I booked a "real" job! How should I handle myself on set?