David Ginn – How to Get Paid Jobs in Magic & Variety Arts

David Ginn – How to Get Paid Jobs in Magic & Variety Arts

Want to turn your magic, clowning, or variety arts talent into a career? In this 144-page textbook, seasoned performer David Ginn shares the proven methods he has used to make a living in entertainment for over 35 years. Packed with photos, publicity examples, and real-world strategies, this book is a practical guide to marketing yourself and securing paying gigs.

From mass mailings to one-on-one interviews, David covers the full range of tools and techniques needed to get hired. He also includes a treasure trove of 33 Self-Booking Tools—from business cards and press releases to advertising and yellow pages—that will help any performer build a strong client base.

• Step-by-step guidance on booking yourself as a magician, clown, or entertainer.
• Topics include mailing pieces, building your list, direct contact, interviews, and more.
• Learn how to handle incoming calls and give the best answers to client questions.
• Discover the secrets of the “advance book,” long runs, and personal touch marketing.
• Includes 33 Self-Booking Tools: business cards, photos, press releases, ads, FAX, yellow pages, and more.

The David Ginn Textbook is more than just advice—it’s a complete roadmap to building a career in magic and variety arts, written by one of the industry’s most successful professionals.