Workshops
The creative industries can often feel inaccessible, especially if you don't have industry connections, live outside of London, or simply don't know where to begin. As someone who has begun building a career in the North East across acting, directing, writing and producing, I know first-hand that there are routes into this industry and that talent exists everywhere.
I am passionate about helping aspiring actors and filmmakers take their first steps with confidence. Whether your goal is to become a working actor, create your first short film, build your confidence on camera, or simply understand how the industry works, I can help you identify the most effective path forward.
I touch upon aspirations, strengths, concerns and the challenges you may be facing, helping you understand what opportunities are available, where to gain experience, how to build your profile, and how to avoid some of the common pitfalls that catch many newcomers out.
My approach is honest, supportive and practical. I won't promise overnight success, but I will share the knowledge, experience and lessons I've learned throughout my own journey to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
If you're ready to take your first steps into acting or filmmaking, I'd love to help.
Breaking Into Acting: A Practical Guide
2-hour online group workshop
Topics:
- How the industry actually works
- Headshots, Spotlight and showreels
- Training options (and what is worth your money)
- Finding auditions and opportunities
- Building experience without an agent
- Auditions
- Common mistakes new actors make
- Q&A
Price: £25pp
Making Your First Short Film
2-hour online group workshop
Topics:
- Developing an idea
- Writing a producible script
- Building a team
- The production process
- Working with actors
- When It's done
- Q&A
Price: £25pp
One To One Coaching Call
2 hours
Areas I can support with include:
- Getting started as an actor
- Building experience and credits
- Understanding headshots, showreels and Spotlight
- Finding training and development opportunities
- Audition preparation and confidence building
- Creating your first short film
- Developing ideas and scripts
- Low-budget filmmaking and production planning
- Building a network within the industry
- Understanding career pathways in film, television and theatre