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How to Unlock Creativity at Work (Even If You Think You’re Not Creative)
Creativity is all around us - and deep within us, just waiting to emerge. Even in the most mundane offices! Here are some easy-to-follow steps to reawaken your creativity and apply it to your work ... and life.
Boom! When On-Camera and Voice Over Worlds Collide
Remember Venn diagrams? The intersection where separate groups find common ground? Hint: that's where you'll find your greatest strengths.
Should You Sit or Stand When Talking to the Camera?
Should we sit or stand when we're talking to the camera? Physicality matters when we're making videos. Here are a few things to think about.
What To Do With Your Hands When Speaking On Camera
Most of us aren't sure how to use our hands when we're presenting. How much gesturing or stillness is appropriate? Especially on camera.
Expanding Your Voice Over Business to On Camera Work
Are you a voice actor who's interested in film & TV? Here's how to start. And be sure to check out my webinar on Sept. 20 for more info!
5 Types of Business Videos and How to Talk About Them
You've heard "form follows function?" Same thing with business videos. Fit the delivery style to your video's purpose for maximum impact.
Acting Tips to Make a Better First (and Lasting!) Impression
From Lens to Life: actors learn how to create an immediately friendly, welcoming connection with their audiences. And you can, too.
Do You REALLY Know How to Tell That Story on Camera?
The spokesperson isn't just a pretty face. Everyone on the team needs to understand the purpose, audience, and tone/style of the message.
How to Change Your Agent Successfully
Want to book high-visibility, lucrative, and challenging acting roles? The professional actor needs a good agent. Make sure you're a fit.
Transforming Your Video Message Into a Story
Grab your viewers' attention with some good ol' storytelling techniques. Dynamic delivery is the difference between a message and a story.
Are You the Tortoise or the Hare?
It's not just WHAT you're saying on camera. It's HOW you're saying it, too. And pacing - your speed of delivery - matters. A lot.
How to Kill Your Self-Taped Auditions in One Easy Step
There's a right way to audition. And then there's the way to treat your creative spontaneity to a slow, painful death. Tough choice.
Getting Framed
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a magical portrait at Hogwarts? Well, now you can. Just don't fall out of your frame.
On Camera? Know Where To Look
Talking directly to your viewers? With an interviewer? As part of a panel discussion? Comfort on camera begins with knowing where to look.
On Set in Suburbia
Ever see a film crew in your neighborhood? Wonder what goes on behind the scenes? Hint: patience, flexibility, and a little McGyvering!
5 Questions to Ask to Create a Genuine On-Camera Presence
Want to keep viewers engaged with your video? They'll feel like you're talking directly to THEM if you can answer 5 basic questions.
Perfect vs. Good
Perfection seems ideal, but there's a catch. Find the balance between unattainable perfection and wiping out on the Slip 'n Slide of life.
Making a Video? Delivering Believability & Trust
Creating a business video? Grab some tips from the actor's world to help your execs become more comfortable - and effective! - on camera.
On Camera Tips for Busy Execs
About to be on camera in an upcoming video? Put your best self on-camera with pro actor tips, tricks & techniques in this new video series.
From Shakespeare to Star Trek
Some things never change. Even if the language seems formidable, dig a little deeper and it may suddenly look quite familiar. And telling.
Friends on Set
Interpersonal skills are everything in a people-oriented industry. And friendships are the icing on the cake. Cultivate them well.
When Making Faces Makes Money
After years of hard work in a career or building a family, there’s a desire to have more fun. Might as well make some money at it then!
Sunlight vs. Spotlight
Out of isolation, into the sunshine - with other people! What a novelty. And, oh so good for the soul! We're social creatures to the core.
Understanding Cast & Crew Roles in Film/TV
Who does what, where, and why? A quick guide to roles behind and in front of the camera for film and TV.
Diversity On Set
The film/TV industry is taking very seriously the calls to expand diversity in all aspects of production. Here's some of the latest news.
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