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The Martini Shot

Valerie Bittner

As a professional model and actress since 1993, Valerie Bittner has seen and learned a lot. While still actively working in TV, film, and print, she enjoys sharing what she's learned over the years consulting on marketing and helping others get into the entertainment industry. This is The Martini Shot — Valerie's podcast — where if you or someone you know is an aspiring actor or model, the advice is invaluable.

Ep 017 - Why Do You Want To Be An Actor

Are You Ok Being The Member of A Team Or Do You Have To Be A Star? Let’s make sure you’re in it for the right reasons. Links: The Hollywood Complex: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1754351/ That Guy That Was In That Thing: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2402200/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 That Gal That Was In That Thing: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt4406298/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

Mar 10, 2016

4 min

Ep 014 - The IRS & Artists with CPA Matt Leiner

The IRS & Artists with CPA Matt Leiner Notes: Are you listing artist, musician, actor or model on your tax return? My guest today is my accountant, Matt Leiner, CPA with Buckno, Lisicky & Company who will share his insights on how to keep you out of tax court. Links: http://www.bucknolisicky.com/leiner.htm Article "Painter Brushes Off The IRS": http://us10.campaign-archive1.com/?u=d68338f5b0f6ef66f43958c96&id=ebbb2bafea&e=4ac4b5378c

Feb 17, 2016

6 min

Ep 010 - Time To Move To A Larger Market?

When Is It Time To Move To A Larger Market? Interview with Actress Tracy Sorensen When is it time to take the next step? What are you willing to do to move forward with your career? Up & Coming Actress/Singer Tracy Sorenson shares her story about packing up & moving to LA to pursue her acting career. Tracy’s IMDB page: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6304299/

Jan 20, 2016

9 min

Ep 007 - Award-winning photographer Joe Edelman on how to become a model

Do you have realistic expectations about the modeling industry? Do you understand what models do? Nationally-recognized Model & Advertising Photographer Joe Edelman joins us to discuss his model consultant side offering aspiring models tips on the industry & career development. (http://www.joeedelman.com)

Dec 30, 2015

6 min