NEW! HONING Your On-Camera AUDITIONING SKILLS with Melonie Mack, Freelance Casting Director and Acting Teacher, Mel Mack Acting Studio

Friday, May 2, 2014, 11am ET / 8am PT

3pm. Don't miss this intensive with Mel who will help you demystify the on-camera audition process by demonstrating what she teaches in her Audition Bootcamp Class at Mel Mack Acting Studio. She will go over what is expected of you during television and film auditions using current TV/film material on-camera.

-You'll will be given sides from current TV series to audition in a group format.

-Mel will give adjustments on the fly, utilizing the sides as your "treasure map" to the gold of a great audition.

-Mel will discuss how "one-liners" are more challenging than you think, but mastering them will get you further than you've ever dreamed!

-As a group, you will discuss headshot/resume and marketing for your acting career; work smarter, not harder.

Limited to 14 actors

About Mel 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

TESTIMONIALS:

"I loved working with Melonie. I feel so much more prepared for auditions and for working on set." -Kristal Wilkins

"Mel was very helpful with teaching us the mechanisms of the camera and angles. She taught us to dive deep into sides and create thoughts. This was an amazing tool." -Selena Foerste

"Mel nailed it! So enthusiastic, energetic, and full of knowledge. Made it such an exciting experience." -Mark Reeve

"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 TV & 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