That One Audition with Alyshia Ochse

ROB MORGAN: Outlasting The "No's" Until You're Offer Only

Feb 4, 2025

58:14

Today's episode is an inspiring example of how to take control of your acting career through strategic thinking and unwavering self-belief. Rob Morgan emphasizes the importance of having a survival job to gain financial stability and the confidence to approach auditions with the mindset of "you need me more than I need you". He encourages actors to own their auditions, presenting their authentic selves and focusing on their understanding of the material rather than trying to fit a mold.

Morgan also discusses how his career shifted when he became "offer only" after his role in Mudbound. He stresses choosing projects for their potential for long-term impact, working with established actors to become part of a market that supports a lasting career. He values building a team that understands and supports his vision, and approaches director meetings as a two way street, to see if there is a genuine connection and potential for collaboration. Find out his full circle moment of working as an extra on his first movie with Matthew McConaughey to starring opposite him 30 years later.

These are the unforgettable stories that landed Rob Morgan right here.

Credits:

Don't Look Up
Winning Time
Just Mercy
Stranger Things
Mudbound
Bull
Smile
The Unforgiveable
Teacup
High Maintenance
This Is Us
The Punisher
Luke Cage
Godless
Daredevil

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IMDB: Rob Morgan | Actor, Producer, Soundtrack

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