Actorsite Owners Amber Bohac & Kimberly Crandall | The Acting Mistakes Costing You Auditions

⭐ What are actors getting wrong in auditions—and what can you learn from the mistakes that cost performers opportunities? In this episode of Podcast of Traveling Actors, acting coaches Amber Bohac and Kimberly Crandall of Actorsite join Deaton Gabbard and guest host Chandler Letner to talk about audition preparation, self-tape technique, rejection, and the realities of building a career in Hollywood. Amber and Kimberly share their journeys as actors and coaches, how they continued Actorsite’s legacy after the passing of founder Jack Turnbull, and why ongoing training matters at every stage of an acting career. They break down common audition mistakes, the importance of preparation and self-tape quality, and why actors should submit their auditions even when the circumstances aren't perfect. They also discuss the difficult side of the industry, from losing scenes in the editing room to handling rejection and navigating unhelpful industry advice. Plus, hear some wild stories, including how an actor booked a national commercial with basketballs audible in the background and Amber’s unforgettable theater accident. Whether you're a new actor, a working professional, or a parent supporting a young performer, this conversation offers practical advice for developing your craft, building confidence, and creating a sustainable acting career. Topics include: Actorsite’s history and legacy, Amber Bohac and Kimberly Crandall’s acting journeys, becoming an acting coach, audition preparation, self-tape mistakes, audition extensions, booking roles, dealing with rejection, scenes getting cut from movies, navigating Hollywood managers, common mistakes actors make, choosing the right acting classes, and building independence as a performer. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Actorsite Intro 01:44 Welcome to Podcast of Traveling Actors 02:08 Meet Chandler Letner 02:51 Introducing Actorsite Coaches Amber & Kimberly 03:24 How They Got Started in Acting 03:53 Kimberly’s Journey Into Acting 04:53 Amber’s Unforgettable Start in Theater 06:46 How Kimberly Found Actorsite 07:16 What Is Actorsite? 09:21 Why Become an Acting Coach? 12:28 How Kimberly Built Her Coaching Career 14:18 The Reward of Helping Actors Book Jobs 17:36 The Best Advice for New Actors 18:28 Self-Tape Mistakes That Can Cost You Auditions 20:26 How Competitive Are Acting Auditions? 22:54 Should You Ask for an Audition Extension? 23:52 How a Messy Self-Tape Booked a National Commercial 26:31 The Hardest Part of the Acting Industry 28:47 When Your Scenes Get Cut From a Movie 32:40 Amber’s Wild Hollywood Manager Story 36:47 A Real-Life Theater Horror Story 38:41 Where to Find Amber & Kimberly 39:26 The Story Behind Actorsite’s Online Classes 40:33 Common Mistakes New Actors Make 41:00 Why You Need to Know Your Lines 43:06 Who Takes Classes at Actorsite? 44:27 Giving Actors the Tools to Work Independently 45:02 Which Actorsite Class Should You Take First? 45:43 Get $15 Off an Actorsite Class or Intensive 46:14 Thanks for Listening! 🎭 Ready to work on your craft? Explore acting classes, audition training, and intensives at Actorsite. Use code POTA at checkout for $15 off a class or intensive. Visit: https://www.actorsite.com/ Follow Podcast of Traveling Actors for honest conversations with working actors, filmmakers, and entertainment professionals about the craft, the business, and the realities of building a career in film and television. 🎙️