What does a self-tape that gets a "callback" look like?

What is the role of casting directors, network executives and directors when it comes to casting a project?

How are virtual producer sessions going to work?

The audition process is getting disrupted.
As the industry begins to slowly open up, casting will be depending on self-tapes and virtual sessions to book actors. You can listen to Jen Euston, casting director for shows like Orange is the New Black and GLOW, talk about this new process.

How do you navigate taking notes virtually? Using the frame via Zoom? Re-shooting your self-tapes with notes from casting? Welcome to The PMO Workout.

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listen to full episode here

THE PMO WORKOUT AND THAT ONE AUDITION ARE BACK!

Hosted by Anna LaMadrid and Alyshia Ochse.

This 3-week class is designed to give students the experience of what we expect the "new" audition process post-quarantine will look like.

We will cover:

Initial self-tape submission
Callback tapes with notes
Zoom Producer Session & "casting" the role.

Go from feeling anxious about this new way of auditioning to feeling empowered , creative and ready to book the Zoom (room)!

HOW IT WORKS

Week 1: OPEN CALLS
All students will submit their self-tapes for two roles for an upcoming pilot. During the Zoom session, Alyshia and Anna will review the tapes that are getting a "callback" and give notes/adjustments for a "callback tape". All students who post their videos on FB will receive short feedback on their tapes.
Week 2: CALLBACKS AND CO-STARS
Students who did not receive a callback will receive a set of co-star sides and submit a tape for one of the roles in the same pilot. Students who received a "callback" will get to submit their tapes with notes implemented. During the Zoom session, we will review callback tapes and see if notes were implemented and select actors for producer sessions. We will also cast the co-star roles, showcase those tapes and discuss the different processes of casting between network, cable, and film.
Week 3: PRODUCER/DIRECTOR SESSIONS
Students selected will receive new sides for the same role and will have a "virtual work session" live on Zoom. Students not in producer sessions will have the opportunity to be readers during this session.

WHAT YOU GET

Audition Sides and Script Provided.
SIDES WILL BE SENT JULY 12
"Play by Play" Live Feedback/Q&A Zoom Session with Alyshia and Anna. Fridays from 11am to 1pm (PST).
Sessions will be recorded and sent to all participants to process notes with their self-tapes
A Private Facebook Group for all participants to create a place to share tips, find readers, and establish support system in your city.

All for just $125

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*No refunds on cancellations

WHAT PARTICIPANTS HAVE TO SAY...

Sol

Charles

Jenn

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I cannot thank you guys enough for this class. It truly changed this season for me, and
I would even say it's changed my career. THANK YOU!!!

- Dempsey

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Company

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I've had the best time - glad you are both turning this into a bigger program.

- Natalie

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Thank you SO much for this class, I have learned so much in such a short period of time from both of you and I can't wait to work with you again! I'm so touched by your generosity to share your time and experience with us.

- Addie

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You guys did truly a wonderful job. Even an old dog like me who thinks he knows it all is learning a ton. It’s really in the details with these things. Congrats to you both on the success.

- Alvin

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FACILITATORS

Anna LaMadrid

Anna studied with acclaimed Meisner teacher, Maggie Flanigan in NYC. She received her MFA from U of Washington where she TA'd for the undergrad acting students and discovered her love of coaching. TV credits include: Vida - Recurring Guest Star (Starz), Bless This Mess (ABC) and Grey's Anatomy (ABC). She was selected to participate in the 2019 ABC Discovers Showcase. She booked her first lead in an indie feature, from a self-tape and believes strongly in the power of putting your best take forward. She founded Put Me On Self-Tape three years ago and coaches working actors on their self-tape auditions - including Bridget Regan (Jane The Virgin), Travis Van Winkle (The Last Ship), Raul Castillo (ATypical), Meagan Good (Prodigal Son), Dina Shihabi (Altered Carbon) and more.

Alyshia Ochse

Film/Television actress, producer, best-selling author and entrepreneur Alyshia Ochse hosts an honest, humorous and inspirational podcast, THAT ONE AUDITION. These days, Alyshia is best known as “Lucy” opposite Academy Award Winner, Matthew McConaughey, from the critically-acclaimed and Golden Globe nominated TRUE DETECTIVE, as well as her previous roles in Satisfaction, How I Met Your Mother, Hart of Dixie, and General Hospital. Alyshia’s other credits include roles in such movies as The Other Woman, Parker, and Marauders. Currently, Alyshia is recurring on the highly anticipated Quibi's must-watch series with a poignant message #FREERAYSHAWN
with Laurence Fishburne.