How to have an Acting Career in L.A.
with Kerstin Schulze
Kerstin Schultze’s career is anything but ordinary. Starting in athletics, she competed for Germany in the Junior Olympics before pivoting to a creative life in the U.S. Now based in Los Angeles, Kerstin works as an actor, fitness trainer, and filmmaker. Her unique background shapes the roles she plays—bringing both physicality and discipline to every project. Find out m in How to have an acting career in L.A.
How to have an Acting Career in L.A.
In this episode, Kerstin shares how she navigated the competitive world of acting in Los Angeles. She talks candidly about being typecast, auditioning in a second language, and building confidence in high-pressure situations. Her tips for staying calm in auditions are essential listening for anyone trying to break into the industry.
Working with Comedy and Big Names
Comedy has always been one of Kerstin’s strengths—something even Arnold Schwarzenegger noticed. She reflects on working with some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Tina Fey, Amy Schumer, and appearing on American Horror Story. Walking onto those massive sets for the first time? She tells us exactly what that feels like.
Taking Control: Writing and Directing Her Own Work
Kerstin began writing and directing her own films. She reveals how she funded her short films, what directing taught her, and why more actors should explore storytelling behind the camera. Her transition proves that sometimes, you have to create the roles you want to play.
Health, Fitness, and the Future
Fitness remains central to Kerstin’s life and work. She explains how staying healthy on set helps her maintain energy, especially when filming long days or action-heavy scenes. Her discipline as an athlete now fuels her career as an actor—and possibly, as a future action star. Her advice? Be prepared, stay grounded, and don’t wait for permission to create.
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