TEDDY SEARS: Embracing The Non-Linear Path of Success

Teddy Sears, a talented actor known for his dedication to his craft, has built an impressive career across numerous hit television series and films. Currently starring in NBC's medical drama Brilliant Minds opposite Zachary Quinto and set to appear in season two of Netflix's The Night Agent, Sears has amassed an eclectic resume. In this episode, Sears reflects on his unexpected journey from a business school student in Virginia to a successful actor in Los Angeles. He shares pivotal moments like a chance trip to Hawaii, an early modeling job that led to a soap opera role, and the instrumental support of a casting director who helped him secure an agent. With humor and insight, Sears discusses the challenges of pursuing acting, the importance of persistence, and the value of networking, offering anecdotes from his career and relationships with actors like Jon Bernthal. Find out why Sears says he crashed and burned in his audition for "AVATAR." The conversation also highlights the non-linear nature of success in the entertainment industry, the adaptability required in a changing landscape, and the role of tools like self-tapes and social media in modern acting careers. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Teddy Sears right here. GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Teddy Sears, Actor Credits:  The Night Agent The Flash Brilliant Minds Masters of Sex Chicago Fire American Crime Story American Horror Story The Politician 24: Legacy Mad Men Ugly Betty How to Get Away With Murder A Single Man THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition SCRIPT ANATOMY: Write your script (TOA25 for $25 off) MAGIC MIND: Get 48% off with promo code ONEAUDITION20 SLAYTEMBER: Starting September 15, 2024! THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly PATREON: @thatoneaudition CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri