Becoming an Actor at 30 - How to Start an Acting Career in Your 30s

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Becoming an Actor at Age 30 - How I started my acting career in my 30s. What it's like to start your acting career "late." My journey, the positives, negatives, and should you start your acting career in your 30s.
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Why I Started Acting Late at Age 30
02:27 When Did I Decide to Start Acting at Age 30
03:18 How I Started Acting at Age 30
04:32 How My Acting Career is Going Now
06:27 The Downfalls of Starting Your Acting Career Late
08:45 The Positives of Starting Your Acting Career Late
11:03 Should You Start an Acting Career at Age 30
Resources Mentioned:
Producing My First Short Film: • Producing My First Sho...
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Cherene Francis is an Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Actor, Producer, Writer, and Content Creator, inspiring many through Film, TV, and Digital Media.
You may have seen her in a comedic commercial, a television thriller, or a soulful feature film.
As a producer, her projects explore a range of cultural, psychological, and spiritual perspectives, including mindset, mental health, ancient to modern wisdom, religions, paranormal activity, and more.
In 2017, Cherene independently produced two seasons (24 episodes) of "LEAP!" This talk show, broadcast across Ontario through CHEX TV Corus Entertainment, revealed the mindset behind multi-millionaires and entrepreneurs, featuring notable leaders such as Les Brown, Todd Stottlemyer, and Dragon's Den Winner Claudia Harvey.
Cherene has formal education and experience in Communications, Film & TV Media, Branding, Marketing, Image Consulting, Acting for Camera & Theatre, World Religions, and Philosophy. She is also an Internationally Board Designated Trainer of Hypnosis & Master NLP Coach.
When she's not working with the camera, you can find Cherene snuggled up with her husband and two daughters watching a fun family movie in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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@ChereneFrancis Год назад

How many of you have always dreamed of being an Actor? Cheers to all my late bloomers! It's our season 🌟

@doyadirty3804 Год назад

I want to. I signed up to the ashley walters acting school (mc from so solid crew who went on to be main role in TopBoy, also in get rich or die trying guy in wheelchair) then covid struck n my booking was postponed but financially my situation changed so been struggling with confidence since

@Tchernobog11 Год назад

Late 30s here, 40 this year. Been doing acting training for a few years, still building up enough money to head to LA (been looking at my situation and as a multilingual, I think it's my best destination option). It's hard from overseas!

@raidyourmind Год назад

I’m currently 31 and started taking classes last year. Like you, I always knew I wanted to be an actress but life (and parents, sadly) get in the way. Now that I’m older and independent, I truly feel like it’s my time to pursue my dreams! Your video has definitely encouraged and empowered me, thank you!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Awesome!! So glad it was inspiring! Go for it! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@verbinneny Год назад

33 now. Only realized at 31 I wanted to pursue acting. I was watching The Greatest Showman and I bawled my eyes out. It lit this fire in me that has only gotten stronger with the years. I went to an amateur theatre academy in our city, started reading acting books, watching videos on RU-vid, taking camera acting classes, subscribed to some casting websites and I'm proud to say i've landed a decent amount of commercials, some featured extras and co-stars with not a lot of experience. Also living in Belgium, it's not every day you get to audition, so grateful for every opportunity! The most difficult part is, as you say, blending that new life style with your current life. I also have a wife, two young children and a mortgage. So I can't just leave everything and focus 150% on acting only, unlike a lot of students in my acting classes, who are young, living at home with their parents and seem to have all the time and money to dedicate themselves to acting. And then sometimes I feel like my responsibilities and personal life interferes with me being able to really achieve my dream. But I refuse to give in, I'm so passionate, for fuck's sake I should be working right now and I'm watching youtube videos on acting.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Wow this is so inspiring! Congratulations on making strides. I relate to everything you wrote here. Thanks for sharing your story here people will read and just go for it👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@user-uw3sm8bk8q Год назад

I’m 30 and I started late because my parents wouldn’t let me I lived life had kids and now I’m ready to focus on my dreams and to show my kids it’s never to late to do something so far I have a agent she hasn’t asked me to get professional headshots yet,as an adult and seeing out some child actors turned out or what they went through i understand why my parents wouldn’t let me but a small part of me still wishes I started younger

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Yes, I can relate to this. I have sympathies towards my past, and at the same time, I think I would have lost sight of my values or maybe even lost sight of some life lessons that were essential for me to carry forward.

@anamaria-db7pq 11 месяцев назад

turned 30 this year and I HAVE to become an actress! It's my life long dream but like most of people here in the comments and like you I hadn't have an encouraging environment to pursue that dream. This video inspires me so much and gives me so much hope and motivation that I thought is lost! The sun shines for me again!

@ChereneFrancis 7 месяцев назад

So glad you are diving in now!...How is it going so far? Any questions for the journey?

@royurbanozo Год назад

I'm so glad I stumbled upon this video. I am in my early 30s and also in the Toronto market! I pivoted into acting and voice overs because of the pandemic and have not looked back at my previous industry since. It obviously comes with some struggles but I wouldn't have it any other way. I'm about 2 years into this now, and just recently signed with a principal agency. It has been so much fun and all the life skills I've obtained in my 20s have definitely prepared me for this. Hopefully our paths will cross!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Amazing! I honestly think the time is now! So glad you are finding success! 🌟

@ClosewithKeri Год назад

This has been so helpful, Thank you!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

You’re welcome 😁

@taraswan-swanarabians9523 Месяц назад

I want to get into musical theatre and possibly broadway at 30 years old and the biggest fear has been, “I’m too late to start”.

@ChereneFrancis 20 дней назад

I don’t think so if you’re really committed for the next 20 years of your life to this career pay I believe you can do it. Watch this video on the reasons why 5 Reasons Why It’s Never Too Late to Pursue Acting Dreams ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZiQtfdKKs1E.html

@nickydaley345 Год назад

Really enjoyed this video!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Awesome - thanks for sharing😁

@MaiLife101 Год назад

Thank you for this.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

My pleasure!!

@kingjaries Год назад

Hello Cherene thank you for showing us your story! I am also turning 30 next month so I started thinking more of my future and desire to be an actor. I've done some background work but it isn't until late last year that I decided to be more involved aside from working full-time and attending school. I've always wanted to be an actor but always put it off due to needing to work, school, and life in general. As you mentioned, being almost 30 has also allowed me to be financially stable and gather plenty of life experience and confidence that will also help me in my acting career. Seeing this video also gave me the idea to make a video detailing my life experiences so far ofcourse in a separate and solely acting based channel. Sorry for the long rant but I really appreciate your words of wisdom and videos. Cheers!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

I love the long rant ✨🙏🏾. So glad you resonated with my video. I’m 36 now and I’m finding that there is definitely hope for those who start in 30s 40s and 50s even later. There are opportunities for everyone if we allow ourselves to see them. Good luck I’m looking forward to seeing your channel too!

@Lewis_Bennett Год назад

Great video! Thank you for talking about your acting journey! It was so useful and Interesting, I've liked and subscribed!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Glad you enjoyed🙏🏾

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Just posted a new video here! Hope you enjoy! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-itHCnJN_wFE.html

@k.james.0821 Год назад

I am 36, and I just finished my 2nd workshop/class today, it is already such a great experience, it is tough, but I'm learning so much that I didn't realize what went into it. I grew up LOVING movies, I enjoy movies on a different level now while I watch them, thinking of all the things they put into it :) amazing

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Oh love this! Yes, I watch movies with a greater appreciation now too

@adityabisht5312 Год назад

All the best for your acting career 👍

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Thank you! I appreciate that 😁

@ronjakaos Год назад

Thank you so much for this! I'm 34 and I started to take acting classes i august last year. This is so much fun and I don't know why I didn't start acting earlier. But here I am! And I've been lucky so far, I booked my first commercial job about two months ago! I'm grateful! Greetings from Sweden! / Ronja

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

You're so welcome! Congratulations 🥳

@khooouri Год назад

27 yo when i (re)started! Still want to learn more about musical theatre. :)

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Honestly! Go for it!. I still have dreams of musical theatre soon. I plan to explore that when my kids are older.

@raquelcapelo10 7 месяцев назад

Thanks, Cherene. I can definitely relate. I'm 36 and went back into acting last year. It's not easy, but I'm so sure this is what I want.❤

@ChereneFrancis 7 месяцев назад

Good for you! So fulfilling when you surrender to your desires ✨👍🏾

@bryceandersen771 Год назад

I’m 52. Thank you for your insight and perspective, and for emphasizing the importance of Passion. Your dialogue has validated many of my concerns and given greater insight to areas I sought direction through. I appreciate your effort to assist.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it.

@josephinefrancis563 Год назад

Hi Cherene, I'm shanie and I'm in my 30's as well. I'm from the Bahamas and I am very much passionate about acting. I've only done a few stage plays when I was younger however, I realized as the years progressed that I want nothing more than to become an actress I've always been very animated always knew how to make people laugh and I find myself mimicking the characters while watching movies lol. During the height of the pandemic I have decided to really apply myself by watching Utah Hagan's acting classes for free lessons. I also wrote a few more monologues to record myself for exposure and for demo reels so that I'd be prepared when an opportunity presented itself. Unfortunately over the past fifteen months I've had traumatic experiences and as a result I've lost all of my work/projects and my resources needed and used to keep me driven. Nonetheless I really still do believe that I will be on the big-screen one-day entertaining and inspiring people in a positive way with not only the writers story, but my story as well. Im having some challenges. Can you guide me on how to get my career going? please and thank you

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Sure! What other questions do you have about acting? I need some more ideas for content and videos I can post here. The biggest thing for me is MINDSET!!!! That is my biggest strategy for success in this industry. Commitment to training, growth and consistency even when the market doesn't want you. It takes A LOT of tenacity to keep going. Keep watching. I just made another video here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-itHCnJN_wFE.html

@DerekLincolnDPW Год назад

Your video popped up at the right time!! I got interested in acting while I was in Tallahassee, FL doing plays with my former church. I took classes afterwards and recently just did my headshots a year ago. Even though I’m gaining my masters in school counseling, acting is still a goal of mines to achieve. I’m 31 soon to be 32 and I just subscribe. It was definitely on time for me. Peace and blessings!!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Sooo good!! I know professionals juggling the acting, day job and kids. It’s super doable! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@DerekLincolnDPW Год назад

@@ChereneFrancis I am a firm believer in that. Once again, thank you for the vid. God be Godding.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

@@DerekLincolnDPW Amen brother!

@Ginza92 6 месяцев назад

Just found your channel. So, you were 30 in 2017? Just trying to clarify. I saw one of your IG posts and was confused it was from last year saying you started ten years ago. I just like to learn about jobs that are foreign to me. Congratulations on your success. Being an actress/actor sounds both exciting and extremely stressful. It sounds amazing to just be someone different and get out of yourself once and awhile.

@ChereneFrancis 6 месяцев назад

I started my creative career in 2010. 2017 was when I started training and building a portfolio for my acting career.

@jross6637 Год назад

Awesome video and great information. I look forward to viewing your other content. I started taking acting classes in March 2022. I dove in at the ground floor and booked background work on 4 projects that will air in 2023. I learned a lot, and it was a great experience. In September, I was cast in my first play, Doubt, and I played Mrs. Muller. I loved the entire process and recognized my growth. In November, I was cast in my second play and rehearsals start January 2023. Your video was encouraging and I'm hopeful for the future. BTW.....I am 54!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Wahoo!! Nice! Congratulations! Posting another one soon 🙏🏾

@josephinefrancis563 Год назад

Hi Cherene, I'm shanie.and I'm in my 30's. I'm from the Bahamas. I am very much passionate about acting. I've only done a few stage plays when I was younger however, as the years progressed I realized that I want nothing more than to become an actress. I have always been very animated, always knew how to make people laugh and I find myself mimicking characters while watching movies lol. When my jobs shut down during the pandemic I decided to really apply myself by watching Uta Hagen's acting classes for free lessons on RU-vid and I wrote monologues to record myself for exposure and demo reels so that I'd be prepared when an opportunity presented itself. Unfortunately I've had traumatic experiences and set backs over the past 15 months. As a result, I've Lost all of my work, resources n tools needed and used to keep me driven. Nonetheless I'm still really believing with all my heart that I'm gonna be on the big screen one day entertaining and inspiring people all around the world in a positive way with not only the writer's story but my story as well. Can u guide me on how to get my career going? Please and thank u...

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Here's the latest one! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-itHCnJN_wFE.html🌟

@martialartsthoughts Год назад

I'm 30, I'm working on becoming an action/martial arts actor... Age is of the mind... We still got this!!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Yes!! Love that 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@SilverQuartz13 Год назад

Dorothy Steel began at 88! Never too late!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Seee! Thank you for this!

@MILANSMUSE Год назад

I went back to university for music theatre at 23 and I was the oldest in my class. I’m 29 now turning 30 this summer and can say I am a full time singer/actor/performer and I feel I am in my YOUTH also. Thank you for this video SO GOOD 🎉

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Ohh that sounds so good! Being youthful is definitely a mindset of taking risks and fully expressing yourself! Congratulations 🎉 👏🏾👏🏾

@meisner6895 Год назад

Thank you Cherene! Would like to ask for your opinion (as much as just "commiserating"!)- Had tried industry from writing route, knew some already working in TV, did college/community theater; light exposure, but... dropped it from "real" statistics on making it, didn't want 500 auditions over 5 years (had how live during), etc. Did "day job"; became school teacher. Hard job, but years go by. Now still grind my teeth when I see a great performance, or just went to a convention, and see those on a series talking on a panel or selling photos (but .... truth is, how'd they get there, yes?) Question... 1) continue lament/missed something(?), 2) go back still try now (40 age on),. Or, 3) or know it is a hard gig , okay did something else/yes, would be nice to do a casted role, but....and just don't cry at seeing those at conventions? :) Not discounting just do what can- keep writing, maybe RU-vid even a small channel... Maybe self-tapes still ... that's something? And now with "extra" work possible cut, strikes cutting out a lot...? Thank you for help and work!

@ChereneFrancis 7 месяцев назад

These are some really good questions. And I have been there...And to tell you the truth I had to fill that void and just commit to it. Even though it was hard and competitive. I honestly felt like I HAD TO DO IT or my life was a waste...I know that sounds super dramatic, but I just felt so compelled to do it...As I went along my journey it was tough and some days I wanted to give up. I am still acting and creating. I had good years and bad years. My take away now that I am about 4/5 years in is - JUST DO IT...even if you fail. Then there are no regrets. - Produce your own stuff, YES! RU-vid, SOCIAL MEDIA, SHORTFILMS - Can you turn your acting and creative skills into a business somehow? YES YOU CAN - it is super possible...I made a video on that here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-AEs1imb39B0.htmlsi=dEpmFA0WyG5jzU4b - MINDSET IS EVERYTHING!!!! - I promise to make a video on this ASAP! Please keep watching for motivation, inspiration and tips. And let me know when you have decided to start! DO IT IN 2024! I am routing for you!

@hf8996 Год назад

34 Canadian and I've been taking acting classes for a year. Like you I always wanted to act but never thought I could "make it" but C*vid came in and said "is this how you want to live girl??"

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

GURL! Right! Life is too short. And we only get one life... I wish you all the best. Please let me know what other videos you'd like me to share. I just posted a new one here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-itHCnJN_wFE.html

@CamronWilliams-ii4tl 3 месяца назад

I’m trying to start

@ChereneFrancis 3 месяца назад

Good for you! It's usual tough in the beginning so set long-term goals for yourself to stay persistent 😎👍🏾

@jordantomsofficial Год назад

I am a 32 years old professional musician and I want to learn acting to be able to improve my performance on stage. I´m starting with acting classes now - not with the goal to have a acting career, but it would be obviously a nice to have. I am a German who just moved to Indonesia and I have the feeling that as a european person it´s much easier to have a succesful career. For that I have to learn the langua first I guess :D

@jordantomsofficial Год назад

Oh and I almost forgot the second reason: I have trouble expressing my emotions and as I imagine actors have to learn being able to express all kinds of emotions, right?

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

I agree that acting is a skill that will enhance any skill. I use it in business all the time. Help you become a great communicator. Thanks for your comment! Best wishes 😁

@87nyee Год назад

36. Did one play 5 years ago

@andymartinhimself Год назад

Worked for Octavia Spencer

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

She’s on my vision board too. 😁

@mahayanagarcia Год назад

I’m 22 and I’m in my first acting class and I have my first role in a production at my college

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

🥳🥳LOVE IT! So much fun!

@claudiarose383 Год назад

I started my training at 27, got my first agent at 28

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Nice! How is it going now?

@claudiarose383 Год назад

@@ChereneFrancis great so far! I booked a commercial and scored an audition for a series regular role for a popular Australian television show which I’m still waiting to hear back from - I did the audition 2 days ago! I’ve only had my agent since October so no complaints at the moment :)

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

@@claudiarose383 Ayeee!!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🔥🔥🔥

@yasmint7197 Год назад

How did u get your agent?

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

I went to acting classes with reputable coaches and then got a referral to agents from the students and the coaches. Plus get video footage from you class to help show your skills.

@Alleyesonmeli Год назад

I’m 29 I started some classes

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

That's honestly the best way to start!

@pixpyy Год назад

I’m 19 currently but i have this big urge since i was a little kid. I don’t live in the U.S. currently and I don’t even have acting classes in my area. After I finish my 12th grade should i move to us and get acting classes there ? I want to be an actor one day (i know it’s pros and cons) but IDC that passion burns red hot inside me ! And also yes just like you when i see someone in movies as a character i feel the same way “man i wish it was me”. I don’t even care if i start with background character or side character or an ad i just want to be in tv. My parents think it’s impossible to be appearing on tv.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

My advice is to research as many markets as you can, both in the industry but also cost of living so you can find work and sustain yourself while you are building your career. Yes, your parents may never understand the passion, you will have to stay motivated and feed your soul on your path. There may be dry times and times of abundance but if you also create your own content you will keep the career flowing. All the best 🙏🏾💛

@pixpyy Год назад

@@ChereneFrancis Thank you so much ma’am ❤️🙏🏼

@ianwhitehead5435 8 месяцев назад

My professional debut was 46 but I will be interested in your comments.

@ChereneFrancis 7 месяцев назад

Good for you! THere is a role for everyone

@shawnaaustin3396 4 месяца назад

I honestly believe to be an actor, there always has to be nepotism involved. I mean an actor in LA, not small town theater actors.

@ChereneFrancis 4 месяца назад

I'm not surprised

@venitron5780 Год назад

I am 29, thirty next month. Although I've been involved in casting for about two years, still have yet to land a role. 🙏 -Vinny Logan

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Hmm? Do you have a reputable agent? I also think there are so many variables. (market, agent, skill, type) So much. What do you think is missing?

@venitron5780 Год назад

@@ChereneFrancis No agent yet. Professional experience, funding and a local market are all lacking here. I actually had to reach a certain point within myself before realizing this was even a possibility.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

@@venitron5780 anything is possible if you really want it. I wonder what market you're in. Is it possible to move closer to another market? Have you considered producing your own work or content? The voiceover market is booming too! You can do that work from anywhere.

@venitron5780 Год назад

@@ChereneFrancis I self-produce content. The reach doesn't seem to be there and if anything, It may actually work against me. The amount of doxing and persecutory allusion I've felt in the industry thus far appears unprecedented. I'd love to move. I need to move; but income is at a stagnant zilch. Furthermore, on a less appropriate note, being sexually repressed as a straight man in a 'me too' culture is wearing away heavily at my psyche. Thank you for your insight and for expressing interest through discussion.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

@@venitron5780 Thanks for your honesty. The industry definitely has its seasons. Cast a long-term vision 10, 20, and 30 years and keep faith. Also continue entertaining yourself with other projects while you're in this down season. One thing I know for sure is that seasons come and go. It won't be this way forever. All the best and thank you for your comments.

@brunacandidi4798 7 месяцев назад

Do u think it helps if you look younger than you are ? Also does it help having contacts in Hollywood?

@ChereneFrancis 6 месяцев назад

Even though I may look young…I still book my age and older. I have played age 35 to 50. I don’t think it’s just about age - it’s more about now what characters you play well and what makes you different. Yes, I am sure contacts help, relationships are important, and at the same time you can still start with no contacts. Just one person can introduce you to another and so on as you build your network.

@brunacandidi4798 6 месяцев назад

@@ChereneFrancis thank you

@inez3190 6 месяцев назад

Alexia demie is in her 30s and plays a teen on euphoria!

@brunacandidi4798 6 месяцев назад

@@inez3190 yeahhhhhh I’ve seen it !!!

@shawnaaustin3396 4 месяца назад

I am also curious. I am almost 47 but look late 20’s-early 30’s.

@preach5832 Год назад

I am 36

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Cheers 🙂

@teishahickman2108 Год назад

You could play early 20's.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

Thank you! I only ever book 30+ though...I have even played a 50 year old LOL😂

@teishahickman2108 Год назад

@@ChereneFrancis 50!!!!!! WOW!!!!

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

@@teishahickman2108 😅😂

@DanielCh9393 Год назад

I'll just say: Gene Hackman.

@ChereneFrancis Год назад

😂😂😂 I honestly had to look him up. So, let’s say I live to age 95. I still have a good 6 decades to go. 😂 I have older actors like Morgan freeman in my vision board exactly for this reason. ✨🥂