The Business of Acting for Electronic Media 2

The professional performer is an entrepreneur and, as such, is required to understand all the elements of running a small business. This course will give students the essential understanding of how the industry works and will include marketing and self-promotion. Professional conduct and etiquette, although stressed in every aspect of the program, will be emphasized in this course. Students will get a foundation to handle basic accounting, tax and investment issues, and contract negotiation.