Do you want to live a life unburdened by allergies AND have a smile that lights up the room? Do you dream about acquiring lightning fast internet speeds and a 2025 Honda Civic with no money down and 3.9% financing?
How about getting OTHER PEOPLE to want these things? Now THAT we can help you with!
This class will introduce you to the basics of acting on-camera in commercials, including;
Analyzing the copy and making strong, interesting choices
Getting comfortable with the technical aspects of acting on-camera
Understanding and staying true to a brand’s voice and message
Knowing the duties of the main players involved; the director, the client, the agency, the casting director
How to get over audition nerves, and be prepared for almost any eventuality
How to “not act” and embrace the subtle, naturalistic unpolished style used in many spots today
The different approaches required for the 3 different ways to audition; in-person, live online, and self-tape.
an overview of the logistics of pursuing this work professionally, and the ways in which commercial work differs from other kinds of acting
You’ll have a chance to get in front of the camera, get direction, and observe others do the same. We’ll cover the various aspects of this work, watch and discuss existing spots,do some Q&A,and you will leave the class significantly more prepared to audition for and act in commercials!
About Joe Smith:
Joe Smith has been a working professional actor for 30 years, in theatre, film, TV, voice-overs, corporate work and more, in both Boston and LA, but his bread and butter for decades has been on-camera commercials.
He has worked with directors Christopher Guest, Errol Morris, Bobby Farrelly, and the Russo Brothers, and was the spokesperson for Cheez-It for 9 years. He has also been teaching acting for many years, through Boston Casting, The Orange County School of the Arts, Sol Acting in Albuquerque, and UCLA, among others.
