INTRO to FILM & TV - ALL DAY On-Camera Intensive with Melonie Mack, Freelance Casting Director and Acting Teacher, Mel Mack Acting Studio

Thursday, May 1, 2014, 10am ET / 7am PT

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5pm. Our NEW all day on-camera intensive introduces you to some of the many challenges facing an actor (both established and novice) working in film and television today.

This ALL DAY intensive will cover: how to approach film and TV scripts, working with a reader, audition technique, shooting short scenes, developing new acting techniques, adapting existing skills, identifying ‘bad habits', as well as dealing with technical pressures, set dynamics and much more.

Melonie "Mel" Mack, has been involved in the entertainment industry professionally on both sides of the camera in both NY and LA for over 13 years. She began her teaching experience 7 years ago in Los Angeles with a deep desire to help actors master the audition process. Her passionate commitment to quality work has inspired her actors to go on to have successful careers in both television and film.

She has worked with actors in the following: Community, Two Broke Girls, The New Girl, House, Bones, Criminal Minds, Weeds, NCIS, Burn Notice, Californication, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Lie to Me, Mad Men, Big Love, Ugly Betty, Two and A Half Men, Studio 60, The Defenders, Rules of Engagement, Hangover II, Grey's Anatomy, Grown Ups, 90210, Men of a Certain Age, and The Kids Are Alright.

Melonie is also a freelance casting director working both nationally and internationally. Her combined National Commercial Credits include: Toyota, Bud Lite, Listerine, Pampers, Visa, State Farm, Tampax, Tide, T-Mobile, Verizon, Welch's, Heineken, Kia, Wal-Mart, Sears, Geico, McDonalds, Clean and Clear, Wendy's, ARMY, Swifter, Tide, Capital One and hundreds of others

Limited to 14 actors.

Testimonials:

"If you see a class that Mel Mack is teaching.....run, (don't walk) as fast as you can and sign up. Her kindness, her enthusiasm and her insightful technique to breaking down T.V. & film sides is so amazing....you will leave the room thinking, "OMG. I can book this stuff!") This may sound corny coming from a New Yorker, but I've met a lot of acting coaches....and I've never met one like Mel Mack." -C. Hope Belmont

"I just wanted to touch base and let you know I had a fantastic time last Thursday! Seriously, classes normally don't STICK with me the way this one did. We had great energy in that room, and I love that we were able to work in such a practical and advanced matter. I got cast in a "small" role the day after your class as an Inn Clerk that shot on Tuesday, and honestly, the class came just in time! You reminded me the true meaning of "There are no small roles" as long as you make them your own and make bigger choices! I had SO much fun with my 3 scenes by making so many of my environmental factors a huge deal. It was great and it took the stress out of worrying about trivial actor mind things. Anyway, THANK YOU for your honesty, inspiration and grounding class! It was just what I needed." -Casey McDougal

"Mel Mack puts me on the spot in class in such a supportive way that is easy to make strong choices. Since she has been on both sides of the camera, she is compassionate towards actors and teaches an essential audition technique to make casting directors your biggest fan! Mel has a is down to earth and compassionate, so I was comfortable trying new things. She was animated and quick to motivate me to work hard in class. She also gave me invaluable tools to walk into an audition with confidence! -Amanda Kwolyk

"Mel, you were so open and honest with me in my coaching -- we had just met and within a few minutes, we were calling me out on my shit, helping me dig deeper and giving my confidence in my performance. It was a pleasure to work with you!" -Jonah Platt

"The Mel Mack acting studio teaches you how to work with material that's been written by working screenplay writers, break-down scripts, and get the experience of auditioning in front of the camera. It's freeing yourself to play in front of the camera and not be in your head. Mel teaches you how to walk in with confidence, slate your name like a pro and owning the room. Highly recommended for anyone who is pursuing a professional film and TV career. Long live your actions with thoughts!" -Pedro Morillo

"While sharing her knowledge and skills with you, Mel manages to walk humbly and confidently with you in your work. Learning from Mel feels like learning from a friend -- a friend who just happens to be able to observe you clearly, guide you ably and help you get more work as an actor. Since attending Mel's classes I have used techniques and ideas she's shared with me in every audition and performance I've had, on-stage and on-camera. I recommend Mel for anyone looking for an ego-free zone to stretch their skills and have fun doing it." -Parisa Fitz-Henley

*** Scenes will be recorded on-camera. As a courtesy, your video clips will be made available to you within a week. An email notification will be sent when the clips are available to view and download from your Actors Connection account. Please note: from time to time technical issues do occur. As a result video clips are a courtesy, not a guarantee.***

Please upload your headshot, fill out your profile and create your resume in your Actors Connection profile registration.

Melonie Mack

Meets

Thursday, May 1, 201410:00 am

The following disclaimer is provided specifically at the request of and in accordance with SAG/AFTRA: Seminars or classes are for educational purposes only and will not secure or provide opportunity for employment in the field or representation by an agent or casting director.