The Working Actors Guide
Mark Atteberry

Welcome

The Working Actor’s Guide is an international online resource and course provider for actors interested in making a living in the Entertainment Industry. It was founded by Mark Atteberry, a successful working actor, master teacher and devout artisan.

Our classes are designed to help each actor to develop their own acting technique, embrace their unique talents and strengths, take advantage of who they are in the eyes of the industry and bring it all to their work.

All of our classes are taught by working pros, with a practical insight of what works and what doesn’t on sets today. Our approach is innovative, and not classical, by design. It’s all about you!  

Free Classes

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Acting Class
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Master Classes

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Acting Class

Helpful Information

First Steps

How To Be a Professional Actor. A simple checklist to help you achieve your goal of working as an actor.

Headshots

A ton of helpful information regarding the where, what, when and why’s of professional actor’s headshots.

Demo Reels

Guidelines For a Great Demo Reel. All you need to know to make a fantastic demo reel.

Resumes

The Industry Standard Resume. Your resume shows what you’ve done and a little about you. Here’s the lowdown.

Casting Directors

Finding a list of casting directors with contact information is difficult to do. Here’s some help.

Online Casting Websites

Nearly all casting is done via an online casting website. Here’s a list of the most common.

Representation

How to Find the Right Agent or Manager. A guide to getting the best agent and/or manger for your career.

Books for Actors

Great Books Every Actor Should Have. Recommended books about the craft and business of acting.

The Unions

Valuable information regarding the unions, how to contact them, where they’re located, etc.

Production Listings

Incredibly helpful information regarding what’s shooting, where and when.

Trades & Industry News

Where to turn to get the latest information and news about the Entertainment Industry.

Marketing Piece Design

When it comes time to send out printed marketing materials, here’s some help.

Private Coaching

Want to dig an even deeper with your acting training? Need some individualized, one-on-one coaching and guidance? Lookijng for an in-person class? Our master teachers are available for private coaching and many teach in the classroom as well. Click on the link below to find out more.