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This weekend course is an intensive introduction into TV presenting. Participants will explore how to become a strong and individual story teller through the medium of television. Topics include how tools and technique can enhance a TV presenter’s delivery, the basics of script writing and interview techniques and tricks. Each student will learn how to develop their own unique on screen presence and persona. On completion of this workshop students will be able to: Begin to identify ... [More]

This course is designed for TV presenters, reporters, journalist and actors who already have some on-camera/presenting experience and wish to gain a higher level of skill and accomplishment. The four day, intensive course will provide practical experience, individual coaching and a broad range of practical tips and tools to help further your presenting career. Your main tutor will be Tracey Spicer, one of the most experienced TV and radio presenters in the country. During her 24 yea... [More]

Presented by film director Michael Pattinson, Directing Actors is an intensive two day workshop that will show you how to get the best performances from your actors. The course is designed for emerging directors of shorts and feature films. The session will involve practical work with professional actors in a workshop situation. In a supervised and supportive environment, participants will learn and start to practice specific directing techniques to communicate effectively with perf... [More]

Convened by highly experienced director Ian Watson this course is designed for emerging and professional actors seeking to move from stage to screen. Screen acting requires differing techniques and knowledge, many of the physical and vocal tools of the actor need to be modified and reinterpreted for the screen. Technical and physical limitations become critical. Join Ian and other actors for three nights in the film studio to gain invaluable experience in delivering exceptional perf... [More]

This course is designed for people who would like to gain experience and skills in the art of “Selling on Television”. The two-day, intensive course will provide practical “on-camera” product selling experience, individual coaching and a broad range of practical tips and tools to help further your on-screen sales career. The course, conducted in our state-of-the-art studios will include skills relevant to: • direct Response Commercials – in studio with Autocue scripting. • morning s... [More]

Join leading director Ian Watson for this Masterclass, where he will provide directors with the knowledge, skills and tools to obtain exceptional screen performances from a cast. Ian’s hands on workshop includes working in a studio with professional actors over three intensive evenings. Participants will learn: How actors think and what motivates them How they prepare How the director can be part of the preparation process How to communicate with them to achieve the screen performan... [More]