about the masterclass

Breaking into the industry is a completely different world than it was 20 years ago. Even 10 years ago. It's such a beautiful era to make your dreams come true with the amount of resources at your fingertips. Whether you are brand new to the industry and have zero idea how to get started, or you're been putting in the work but need to refresh and reformulate your game...this is the masterclass for you.

 

There have been so many changes this last year, that I felt like there really needed to be an easy map for people to chase their dreams and be prepared during this time of new systems, new processes and new abilities. This is not your run-of-the-mill "How To" Masterclass. This is a class where you will receive physical help getting started in your career and become privy to a culmination of information in my brain that has been put together in an easy to understand format - so that you to take the absolute best path possible to attain your dreams. To become successful. To be actual, working actors. There are so many new resources, new ways of training and different ways of breaking into the industry at this time, but I really felt like there needed to be something very comprehensive, affordable, and no BS to help get you there.

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Additionally, proceeds from all tickets will benefit The Young Artist's Society.  So, while you invest in your dreams, you will also be investing in the dreams of underprivileged young actor's as well.

 

So with that - I give you "The First Break". This was a work of love, effort and empathy for those that don’t know where to start, who want a true head start and want to make it in this industry. Let me show you the way.

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WHAT WILL I LEARN?

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Key Masterclass Points:

Legitimate Casting Sites Overview

Creating the perfect actor profiles on casting sites: Headshots, slates, clips, reels

Headshot prep

How to pick the right headshot photographer and what your headshots need to look like

Why you need training

What kind of training you need and where to find the best classes

Getting experience for your resume

The perfect industry resume format

Finding your type

Marketing Package

Self Submitting

Audition Prep

Audition Coaches

Home Practice

Creating your own content

Self Tape Set Up

Perfecting the self tape (virtual auditions)

Industry and Script Vocabulary

Reputable agents/agencies/managers in Arizona and LA

Getting representation

Contracts

Questions to ask

About showcases and things to avoid

Children in Show business: what to know, what to do

What to know when you book a job

People you will find on a film set

Set Terminology

Set Etiquette

Role Review: Who does what? From the CD to the CA to Producers and Execs

Who you should know

When you should move to LA

Pros and Cons of SAG-AFTRA

New Covid Restrictions in the industry and how they affect everyone. What is means for you. 

A word about social media

Personal Websites

And much more!