Film Certification 1

FILM CERTIFICATION

LEVEL I

Devoted to Developing Positive Role Models in the Media

WEEK 1

LEARN HOW TO AUDITION

  • Master 21 audition skills for a 2 minute casting
  • Discuss how to work with an Agent
  • Learn what impresses the Casting Directors
  • Learn slating, vouchers, Podio
  • Learn the industry lingo
  • Go over headshots and resumes
  • Practice cold reads

Next week: Have a TV commercial memorized. Bring script.

Film and acting certification with Utah Film Academy

WEEK 2

COMMERCIALS

  • Prepare for the 5 main types of TV commercials
  • Learn the different techniques for each type: improv, interview, infomercial, non-speaking vs. speaking commercials
  • Learn to work with props
  • Develop the correct energy, pace, inflection, and timing

Next week: Have a TV script memorized. Bring 2 copies.

Film and acting certification with Utah Film Academy

WEEK 3

TELEVISION SHOW

  • Learn how to audition for TV shows
  • Practice TV show interviews
  • Interview for Press/Media
  • Understand the 8 different Character Types seen in sitcoms and dramas
  • Find your Castability and work on building the correct script for your demo reel (to be created in Week 8)

Next week: Have a Film script memorized. Bring 2 copies.

Film and acting certification with Utah Film Academy

WEEK 4 & 5

FILM

  • Prepare for comic and dramatic roles
  • Develop scene study techniques
  • Study character analysis
  • Learn how to break down a script
  • Learn how to develop a character
  • Film footage will be provided for your demo reel

Next week: Bring a magazine, book, tablet, and/or laptop

Film and acting certification with Utah Film Academy

WEEK 6

VOICE-OVER

  • Create 1 – 3 Voice-over demo reel(s)
  • Develop delivering scripted dialogue in a believable way
  • Learn the lingo, techniques, types of VO demos, correct pacing/enunciation, and much more!

Film and acting certification with Utah Film Academy

WEEK 7

TELEPROMPTER/IMPROV

  • Learn the 21 Teleprompter tricks
  • Film your Host Reel
  • Become more comfortable on camera
  • Understand the various forms of improv
  • Practice cold reading techniques
  • Learn how to self-tape for castings

Film and acting certification with Utah Film Academy

WEEK 8

CREATE DEMO REELS

  • Film your demo reels today!
  • Bring 2 changes of clothing (solid colors)
  • Come hair & makeup ready for set
  • Bring several props for your commercial reel
  • Get re-tiered & meet the Agent

Film and acting classes and certification at Utah Film Academy

DEVELOPING UTAH’S BEST ACTORS

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Pricing

8-Week Program: $599

(Yearly Membership: $199 per month for 12 months*)

*includes acting & modeling workshops, 8 hours per month

Acting Workshops:

Acting Basics: Saturdays 10 am – 12 pm

Intermediate Acting: Mondays 7 pm – 9 pm

Advanced Acting: Wednesdays 7 pm – 9 pm

For weekly schedule email:
ufa.coaches@gmail.com

Note: Classes do not guarantee representation and are subject to change. No refund on classes. Make up classes available for up to 6 months following any missed class.