Before The Credits

Kevin Walls on Acting, Rejection & Breaking Into the Industry

Before The Credits

Show Notes

Kevin Walls joins Charlene on Before the Credits to talk about his journey through the film and television industry, the realities of building a career behind the scenes, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. From breaking into the industry to navigating opportunities, setbacks and the changing landscape of film and TV, Kevin shares honest insight into what it really takes to keep moving forward creatively. Before the Credits is a podcast about the people who make TV and film happen, both in front of the camera and behind it. Filmed and produced by Up Next Studios, Glasgow. Follow Before the Credits: Instagram: @before_the_credits_podcast

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