The Think Bigger
Actors Summit 2026

What It Takes To Book and Stay Booked In The Industry We’re In Right Now!

Get real, actionable steps based on what’s actually working right now —so you can move your acting career forward.

  • A virtual event for actors (18+) who are talented, trained, and tired of doing everything “right” with inconsistent results.
  • January 26 - 29, 2026

Looks like you missed the Summit live.

That happens. Schedules. Life. Auditions. Survival jobs.
Or maybe you’re just finding this now.

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    • The full Summit recordings
    • Ongoing mentorship
    • A community of actors who are actively pursuing their next real booking
    • A place to actually work what you watched, week to week, instead of letting it fade

The Summit shows you what’s working right now.
First Team Collective is where we apply this so it doesn’t just sit in your head.

If you’re tired of collecting information without traction, this is the next move.

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Meet the Speakers

These top industry professionals will help you take tangible next steps for your acting career! 

NOTE: Speakers Are Subject to Change

*** Three more Exciting Speakers added - coming soon! ***

THE THINK BIGGER ACTORS SUMMIT

Day 1: What Actually Keeps You in the Game

How you stay grounded and keep showing up when things feel shaky.

The Difference is You!

by DAJUAN JOHNSON

Your Host, Working Actor, Certified Coach

What Casting Needs From Actors Right Now

AMANDA LENKER DOYLE, CSA

Casting Director,
Producer

Your Nervous System is Casting You

by TYRONE POWELL

Licensed Therapist

We Need To Talk About A.I.

by LAURA BUCKLES

Actor, Coach, Filmmaker

The Energy That Books

by SHANNON BILLS

The Actor Closer I
Former Casting Director

From Wanting It To Doing It

by MEG MESSMER

Showrunner, Writer, Producer, Actress

Getting Out of Your Own Way

by CORRIE LEGGE

Actor/Director, Voiceover Artist, Storyteller

Making Success Feel Safe

by AISSA THALIA

Happy Mindsetter

Day 2: Being You Everywhere

What changes when casting can feel who you are, not just what you play.

The Difference is You!

by DAJUAN JOHNSON

Your Host, Working Actor, Certified Coach

Why Writers Remember Some Actors (and Forget Others)

by ANNA SUZUKI

TV Writer, Sitcom Electric Bloom

What Agents Actually Look For Now

RICK ESTIMOND

Agent, President of Formation Talent Agency

Why "I Just Want to Act" Is Keeping You Stuck

by ANNE ALEXANDER-SIEDER

Actor, Coach, Podcaster

10 Things No One Will Ever Tell You About Casting, Agents, and What Quietly Kills Opportunities

by BRIAN CHIN

One on One/ Next Level Studios

Why Most Actors Network Wrong

by KYM JACKSON

Actress, Founder of Secret Actor Society

Day 3: How Work Really Begets Work

The habits that turn your auditions and relationship into real momentum

The Difference is You!

by DAJUAN JOHNSON

Your Host, Working Actor, Certified Coach

The Rules of Set and Base Camp Actors Are Never Taught

JESSICA RAE

1st AD Theatrical, Director

What No One Teaches Actors About Wardrobe

by MONIQUE ADAMS

TV Costumer Designer/Supervisor Bosch, Power Book IV: Force

From Page to Production: A Step-by-Step Path to Actually Making Your Project Happen

by KEENA FERGUSON

Project Creation Coach, Director

The Part of the Job Actors Never Get Taught: ADs, Callsheets, and Your First Day On Set

by PAM CARBONERO

1st AD Commercials, Director

Why Your Self-Tapes Aren't Getting Representation

by MICHAEL MASINI

Working Actor, Agent Coach

Your Nervous System Creates Your Reality

by RANELA KALIGITHI

Licensed Therapist,
Coach, Actor

Day 4: You in the Audition, You on Set

Bringing the same presence to the tape, the room, and the workday.

The Difference is You!

by DAJUAN JOHNSON

Your Host, Working Actor, Certified Coach

Just Come In and Deliver the Pizza - What No One Teaches Actors About Doing the Job

by RACHEL LEWIS

Showrunner, Electric Bloom

What Directors Actually Need From Actors on a TV Set

by JODY MARGOLIN HAHN

TV Director, Over 200 Episodes

Working In Today's Industry

by ANGEL PARKER

Working Actor, The Recruit, Marvel: Runaways, Rookie, Superman & Lois

The Move That Gave Me My Career Back

by PAUL DIAZ

Working Actor, Lioness, Landman

What Actors Need to Understand About Episodic TV

by PATRICK CADY

TV Director, Bosch: Legacy, NCIS: Origins

Why You're Forgetting Lines In Self-Tapes (and It's Not Because You're Bad)

by JOYCE HSHIEH

Memorization Coach

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As you can see, this Summit is something you DON'T want to miss.

Watch the video below to learn how this FREE event will help you achieve success in today’s industry! What’s working right now.

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You know by now that it takes a whole lot more than nailing an audition, perfecting your self-tape set-up or landing an agent to build a successful acting career in today’s industry

And let’s be honest, you’re already doing a lot of the right things: you’re honing your skills; staying in class, building connections, and ready when auditions come your way. You’ve probably even started creating your own work, putting yourself out there online, and finding ways to stay relevant. 

But if you’re being really honest… you’re putting in a ton of work, energy, and hope every step of the way, sometimes without seeing much back in return.

From auditions and self-tapes to networking and branding, you’re constantly grinding to stay in the game. And sometimes, you wonder if all that hustle is truly going to get you to the career you dream about.

Late at night, you find yourself asking the questions you try to push down during the day: 

Am I just spinning my wheels? 🤔

How much longer can I keep going like this? 🤔

What if it never happens? 🤔

You think about all the work you’ve put in, the rejections, the near-misses, and the sacrifices, and sometimes you wonder… what if it’s just not enough?

It’s tough to shake that doubt and the feeling that maybe your dream is slipping further away no matter how hard you work.

But deep down, there’s still a voice, small but stubborn, reminding you that you’re meant for this. That if you just had the right guidance, the right tools, and a real chance to think bigger, you could finally break through. You could finally find success in this new industry…

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WHAT IF YOU COULD STOP SPINNING YOUR WHEELS AND FINALLY MOVE THE NEEDLE IN YOUR ACTING CAREER?

What if you could actually gain traction in this industry— putting together real strategies, building genuine connections, and moving closer to the career you’ve always envisioned?

How would it feel to…

1️⃣ Connect with industry professionals and decision-makers who are a perfect fit for your talent—without spending a fortune on casting sites or workshops (and actually creating value instead).

2️⃣ Give those new connections a unique and engaging experience that showcases your strengths, builds your reputation, and moves you from “just another actor” to someone they remember.

3️⃣ Build on that momentum by positioning yourself as the obvious choice for bigger, career-making roles that help you transition from co-stars or just commercials to the next level 

4️⃣ Break through the audition grind with game-changing strategies that set you up for even bigger roles and visibility..

All while connecting with 20+ top industry professionals…

This is exactly what you’ll experience at the Think Bigger Actors Summit 2026!

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Meet Your Host

Hi, I’m DaJuan!

I’m a working actor, certified life coach, and the founder of Think Bigger Coaching, where I help actors book their first or next big TV and film role. You might know me from my seven-season run as Detective Rondell Pierce on Amazon’s Bosch and Bosch: Legacy. Right now, I’m recurring on NCIS: Origins as Detective Noah Oakley and Disney’s Electric Bloom.

With credits in Grey’s Anatomy, 9-1-1, Narcos, Suits, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, NCIS (Hawaii and Origins), and Agent Carter, I bring real-world experience to my coaching. My mission is to help actors #SKIPTHELINE and #SeeYouOnSet by mastering self-tapes and building audition confidence. I’ve helped hundreds of actors break through and book roles—and I’m ready to help you do the same. #TrainWithCoachesThatWork

Grab your ticket and join me and 15 industry experts for the Think Bigger Actors Summit—a one-of-a-kind event that will help you navigate today’s industry, build connections, and take your acting career to YOUR next level.

I can’t wait to see you there!

So, What Can You Expect?

When and Where 🖥️

The Think Bigger Actors Summit runs from January 26-29, 2026, featuring a lineup of powerful presentations each day. This event is 100% virtual, so you can tune in from anywhere in the world with an internet connection

Expert Sessions 🎬

Get insider knowledge from 15 top industry speakers, covering topics like:
✔ What Actually Keeps You in the Game – How you stay grounded and keep showing up when things feel shaky.
✔ Being You Everwhere – What changes when casting can feel who you are, not just what you play.
✔ How Work Really Begets Work – The habits that turn your auditions and relationships into real momentum.
✔ You in the Audition, You on Set – Bringing the same presence to the tape, the room, and the workday.

 

Your free ticket gives you 24-hour access to each presentation during the summit, so you can catch the sessions that matter most to you.

Private Summit Community 👥

Join our exclusive Facebook group and connect with actors who are actively making moves in today’s industry. This is where you’ll be able to engage with speakers, network with other attendees, and get real-time insights on what’s working right now.

Chances to Win 🏆

Engage, participate, and join the conversation for a chance to win prizes throughout the summit! Keep an eye out for your BINGO card and hop into the Facebook group to join the fun.

Upgrade for a VIP Experience🌟

Want to keep access to these game-changing sessions forever? After registering, you’ll get the chance to upgrade to the BACKSTAGE ALL ACCESS PASS, which includes:
✔ Lifetime access to all summit presentations.
✔ Exclusive bonuses from our speakers.
✔ More perks to be revealed soon!

You’ll get all the details (plus a special offer) right after grabbing your free ticket.

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The Think Bigger Actors Summit 2026 was created by a working actor, for actors like you—bringing you the insights, strategies, and real talk I wish I had earlier in my career. No fluff. No outdated advice. Just what’s actually moving the needle right now.

Instead of covering basic, beginner-level info like how to get an agent or start an acting career, this summit is about helping you navigate today’s industry—because what worked 10, even 5 years ago isn’t enough anymore. We’re in uncharted territory, and you need strategies that reflect this moment in the industry.

Here’s how this summit is different:

  • It won’t just tell you to “create content”—it will give you actionable strategies on how to strategically create projects that open doors and fast-track your career.
  • It won’t just give you generic “mindset” tips—it will give you tangible steps to create an environment that helps you book, based on what’s working today.
  • It won’t just inspire you—it will pull back the curtain on how working actors are actually rolling up their sleeves, adapting, and making it happen.

This isn’t theory. This is real-world, actionable strategy from people who are in the trenches with you.

YOU’RE READY TO START WORKING IN TODAY’S INDUSTRY.

It’s time to stop spinning your wheels—jumping from Instagram Lives to casting director workshops, piecing together a plan that never quite clicks. Instead, get the real, actionable steps that reflect what’s actually working right now to move your career forward. Grab your free ticket by clicking the link below and join us for the Think Bigger Actors Summit!

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HAVE QUESTIONS? WE’VE GOT ANSWERS

If you’re here, it’s because you want this career to work. You don’t just want to act—you want to be a working freaking actor. Someone who wakes up, goes to set, and gets to create magic.

I know that because I am you. I’ve wanted this my entire life. I’ve put in the work, figured out what’s actually moving the needle in today’s industry, and that’s why I created this summit.

This event is for actors like you who are serious about navigating this industry as it is right now. If you’re curious about what’s working today to book more work, this summit is for you.

The main summit runs from January 26-29, 2026, with pre-party sessions happening earlier in the week. You’ll also get access to our private Facebook community as soon as you register—so you can start making connections right away.

Most presentations are pre-recorded, but there are some live elements. Your free ticket gives you 24-hour access (starting at 10am PT each day) to each session, so we encourage you to block out time to watch, engage, and take action alongside other actors in the community.

If you can’t make it to all the sessions, grab your free ticket anyway—you’ll have the chance to upgrade to the Backstage All Access Pass for extended access.

Your free ticket includes 24-hour access to each session. If you want more time, you can upgrade to the Backstage All Access Pass, which includes:
✔ Extended access to all presentations.
✔ Exclusive bonuses from our speakers.
✔ Additional perks to support your career growth.

Full transparency—I’m a working actor. I’m currently recurring on two shows.
Live would be a disaster for me.

This is the reality of a working actor, which is why all the presentations are pre-recorded to ensure the best possible experience for you (and the speakers).  The only exception to this is my “The Difference is You” session each day.  That session will be LIVE each day at 10am PT / 1pm ET and then the recording will posted after that for 24 hours.

But don’t worry—many speakers will be hanging out in the Facebook community with dedicated Q&A threads where you can connect and ask questions. Plus, we’ll have bonus live events throughout the week.

Nope. When you register, you’ll be added to the Think Bigger Coaching email list for event updates and presentation links. After the summit, you’ll still hear from us, but you can unsubscribe anytime.

Each speaker will have free resources you can access by choosing to provide your email. That way, you decide who you want to hear from—no surprise inbox overload.

Yes! All presentations have closed captioning, and session notes are available through our upgrade options after registration.

If you need any additional accessibility support, let us know—we want to make sure you can fully enjoy this event.

Each speaker will have free resources you can access by choosing to provide your email. That way, you decide who you want to hear from—no surprise inbox overload.

If you’re on the fence, just sign up—most of your questions will likely be answered during the event or in the Facebook community (which you’ll get access to right after registering).

Still need something answered before signing up? No problem! Click here to send us an email and we’ll help you out.

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