10 Steps to Be a Working Comedian

De: Greg Dean

Narrado por: Greg Dean

Want to make a living by making people laugh? The comedy industry is bursting with opportunities—find out how to claim your place in the spotlight with 10 Steps to Be a Working Comedian. Comedy is a business, and there’s work waiting for anyone funny enough to take the stage.

Greg Dean, the renowned Professor of Stand-Up Comedy, shows you how to turn your passion for laughs into a lucrative career, from one-nighters to week-long gigs. This book reveals how to build a show to get work, secure it, and what it takes to thrive in an ever-expanding industry. Whether you're a beginner or a rising star, these words hold the blueprint to your comedy success.

Start your comedy career today and make the leap from amateur to professional with these proven 10 steps:

1. Craft a Killer Set: Develop a 30-minute performance that engages and entertains.
2. Brand Yourself: Build a strong personal brand and treat your comedy like a business.
3. Create a Stand-Out Video: Learn how to showcase your skills with an eye-catching video.
4. Master Self-Promotion: Get yourself noticed with proven strategies to boost your visibility.
5. Develop a Press Kit: Create a polished press kit that impresses comedy bookers and promoters.
6. Reach Out to Bookers: Find the right people who can help launch your comedy career.
7. Send Press Kit: Learn how to reach out to bookers in a way that gets results.
8. Follow-Up Effectively: Discover how to follow up without being pushy and stay on their radar.
9. Land Professional Gigs: Convert interest into solid job offers and secure paid performances.
10. Get Re-Booked: Keep the gigs coming with strategies to ensure repeat bookings.

Many aspiring comedians spend years perfecting their craft, but few know how to turn that talent into a full-time job. This book bridges that gap by offering a step-by-step guide to building a successful comedy career.

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