Eps 28: Unlocking Social Media Success for Actors with Heidi Dean

Unlocking Social Media Success for Actors with Heidi DeanIn this episode, we sit down with Heidi Dean, a social media strategist for actors and the author of 'Social Media for Actors: 100 Essential Tips to Grow, Thrive, and Survive Online.' Heidi shares her journey from a 20-year acting career to becoming the go-to expert for actors navigating social media. She offers invaluable insights on leveraging social media for career growth, including the importance of building relationships, defining your story, and finding the right platform. This episode is packed with practical tips and strategies tailored for actors who want to use social media effectively without being overwhelmed! If you’ve been feeling resistance in starting a social media, you will walk away from this episode with tangible tips on presenting yourself the way you want to be seen online in a posting schedule that is sustainable for you!WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO HEAR:00:00 Introduction to Heidi Dean00:46 Heidi's Journey from Actor to Social Media Strategist03:40 The Importance of Social Media for Actors05:46 Building Relationships Through Social Media08:35 Finding Your Unique Social Media Voice14:02 Choosing the Right Social Media Platform19:33 Consistency and Content Planning20:08 The Myth of Consistency in Social Media21:09 Finding Your Posting Rhythm22:37 Experimenting with Posting Frequency23:20 Balancing Social Media and Life25:39 The Importance of Branding and Design28:24 Common Social Media Mistakes Actors Make29:30 Building Genuine Connections Online32:11 The Value of Followers and Engagement37:06 Resources for Actors on Social Media38:36 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsEPISODE LINKS:· Read “Social Media for Actors: 100 Essential Tips to Grow, Thrive and Survive Online” by Heidi Dean· Follow Heidi on IG @marketingforactors· Heidi’s Links· 30 Days of Post Ideas· Marketing 4 Actors· Mojo App· CanvaHost: Colleen FoyProducer: Kristyn DanielMusic by: Lindsay Boreing and Will Boreing________________Want to learn more about Stan Kirsch Studios? Visit Our Website Here.Catch up on the podcast here.Follow SKS on IG @stankirschstudios