Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFAFive Events in the "A" Week of May 1 - 7
May 2
Decatur Shorts Docs Film Festival Screening - Night 2
Join us for the Monday Night screening of the Decatur Short Docs Festival, which showcases three short documentaries: Freeman Vines: Hanging Tree Guitars, Meltdown in Dixie, and Sound of Judgment. A talkback will follow. This event is free and open to the public, but registration on Eventbrite is required. COVID-19 safety protocols and requirements will be in place.
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May 3
Stilwell Casting presents Sit Down w/Stilwell: Educational Limited Series
As an actor, you are your own CEO. You are the product, and the more educated you are in the business of acting, the more well-rounded you will become. Sit Down with Stilwell is not a workshop. There is nothing to prepare, and it is strictly for educational purposes.
Our goal with this series is to educate, elevate, and support Atlanta/Southeastern-based actors to make our market stronger and multifaceted.
Each week will feature a different IN PERSON panel of special guest speakers who will share their point of view about the business of our industry, and how that relates to you as the actor.
For this series, we are going back to the basics: AUDITIONING 101, BRANDING 101, & AUDITIONING FOR MINORS 101. We are intentionally keeping the capacity of each night limited to create an intimate discussion-based atmosphere, along with keeping health and safety in mind.
All Sit Down Events will be held at Studio at Stilwell. The address is 565 Dutch Valley Road NE., Atlanta, GA 30324.
Week 1 - Tuesday, May 3, 2022
“AUDITIONING 101”
PANEL GUESTS: Stilwell Casting
BRANDON SUAVE - Casting Director, Head of Commercial Casting IG@brandonbridgeisfallingdown
MARLO TIEDE, csa - Casting Director, Head of Film & TV Casting
IG @marlotiedecasting
SARA WATKINS - Casting Producer
IG @sarawhatthewatkins
JERMIAH STEPHENSON - Casting Producer
IG: parkourg33k
Focus on casting’s expectations, avoiding common mistakes, and making sure you put your best foot forward.
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May 5
Green Lit ATL
Calling all ACTORS, DIRECTORS, PRODUCERS, WRITERS and CONTENT CREATORS! Come network with Atlanta’s top entertainment professionals at Green Lit ATL.
Enjoy food, drinks, exposure, as well as tangible resources and tools to enhance and further your career.
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May 6
Greenlight Acting Studios presents Acting for Commercials
About the Event
Rachel Paulson has worked for over 10 years in commercial casting in Los Angeles with Mel and Liz Casting, The Cast Station, Julia Kim Casting, Sanford Casting, AHC. She has appeared in dozens of major national commercials for brands including Home Depot, Blue Diamond, ABC, Miracle Whip and has partnered for social content creation (the new commercial) with brands including Reebok, Ghost Tequila, Four Seasons Resort and Ebay. With a history of industry experience that includes major Hollywood names inside her own family (her sisters are Emmy, Golden Globe and SAG Award winner, Sarah Paulson and SVP of casting at Fox and Nick, Liz Paulson), Rachel brings to the classroom a level of real-world experience and a deep understanding of the casting process.
In This Workshop, You Will Cover:
Headshot Misconceptions and Mistakes (including wardrobe, acting for headshots, etc)
Types of Commercials and what the Casting Director Sees
Nailing the Commercial Audition
Agents, Who To Approach and How To Submit
Branding and Types for the Actor
and SO MUCH MORE!
This is going to be a value-packed three hours that you won't want to miss!
In addition to the information above, actors will have the opportunity to perform a mock commercial audition with personal coaching and feedback from Rachel.
Want even more time to learn from Rachel?
Sign up for the full Two-Day Workshop which includes Sunday's "Social Media & The Actor's Brand" session and get a $65 discount!
Space is limited so act fast to secure your spot!
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May 7
Greenlight Acting Studios presents Social Media & The Actor’s Brand
About the Event
As an actress, commercial casting director, and marketing expert, Rachel Paulson has appeared in dozens of major national commercials and has built brands for herself and other companies and individuals through strategic social planning and partnerships. With a history of industry experience that includes major Hollywood names inside her own family (her sisters are Emmy, Golden Globe and SAG Award winner, Sarah Paulson and SVP of casting at Fox and Nick, Liz Paulson), Rachel brings to the classroom a powerful one-two punch of knowledge as it relates to how the entertainment industry and social media combine.
In This Workshop, You Will Cover:
How to Brand Your Social Pages as an Actor
Tips for Posting Content that Gets You Noticed
Do's and Don'ts of Social Content
Social Media: The New Commercial
Using Social Media to Connect with Casting and Agents
Branding and Types for the Actor
and SO MUCH MORE!
Your social media is a powerful tool that can work for you in driving your career forward! Don't miss this valuable information!
Want even more time to learn from Rachel?
Sign up for the full Two-Day Workshop which includes Saturday's "Acting for Commercials" session and get a $65 discount!
Space is limited so act fast to secure your spot!
Click here for more information.
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