Pilot Prep | Adult | JAN SESSION

• INSTRUCTORS: CLIFTON GUTERMAN + JILLIAN BATHERSON
• Industry Pros: Jaron Matthews (Atl Agent) + Jami rudofsky (LA Casting Director)
• DATES: Jan 8+9
• Times: Jan 8: 12:30-3:30pm | Jan 9: 12-2:30pm
• AGES: Adults 17+
• INVESTMENT: $249

Pilot Prep | Adult | Jan SESSION

Pilot Season is the time during which the majority of Network Pilots are cast in the beginning few months of each year. This workshop was designed to help actors maximize their potential with regard to training, marketing materials, educating themselves with the upcoming pilot season, and how to succeed during arguably the busiest time of the year.

Catapult is excited to welcome two highly experienced industry professionals, representing talent in Los Angeles (Jami rudofsky) and Atlanta (Jaron Matthews). Two Industry pros will be part of Catapult’s two-day workshop, which will include scene preparation and on-camera work with two of Catapult’s coaches. Participants will execute scenes with feedback and participate in a Q&A with these top industry pros.

Actors will need to prepare a 1-2 page script (two characters max) that best showcases your acting ability. We will include a link to our scene database in the confirmation email. NOTE: Even though we are sending you scene options, we highly recommend finding a scene on your own, ideally one from a TV show or movie (vs a mock script someone wrote and shared on the internet). Should actors choose a scene that is more than two pages, please make the necessary edits to cut it down to the appropriate length for the purpose of the workshop. We advise selecting scenes with minimal-to-no graphic content or language. The goal should be to find a dynamic, well written scene that not only highlights your type and talent, but also excites you to make bold, fun choices!

Please arrive off book and bring two printed copies of your script each day.

This Workshop is full. please join the waitlist below.

Please join the waitlist below. Those on the waitlist will be notified of any cancellations in the order they were added to the waitlist.

WAITLIST

DAY 1

THE PREPARATION

– Fine-tune audition techniques
– Create a dynamic and authentic character
– Work script in front of the camera
– Make your pilot prep checklist
– Discuss marketing materials (i.e. headshot, resume, actor sites)

DAY 2

THE EXECUTION

– Learn how to best market yourself in this competitive industry
– Execute your scene in front of hand-selected, top industry professionals
– Receive direction & feedback
– Learn the keys to having a successful pilot season

Jaron Matthews

Talent Agent

Jaron Matthews began his career in the entertainment industry unlike many. At the University of Georgia, Jaron majored in broadcast journalism with a minor in theatre. During his time at UGA, he excelled as a production assistant, reporter, and anchor, but he quickly realized that journalism was not his greatest passion.

His performance in Los Angeles led him to intern at J Pervis Talent Agency while completing his undergraduate degree. Jaron’s unrivaled customer service skills and his uncanny ability to assess situations allowed him to rapidly excel. In addition to receiving multiple job offers in both Atlanta and Los Angeles after graduation, Jaron was promoted to Joy Pervis’ assistant. He assisted in working closely with the agency’s top tier talent on projects such as “Stranger Things,” “Chicago PD,” “Outsiders,” “The Walking Dead,” “ATLANTA,” “Underground,” and many more.

Jaron’s dedication, drive, and passion for the industry quickly earned him a top spot as lead agent of the theatrical team at the J Pervis Talent Agency.

Jami rudofsky

LA Casting Director

Jami Rudofsky began casting over 20 years, she has cast film, television, and digital series – most notably Gilmore Girls and Gilmore Girls A Year In The Life. In addition, having a deep love and background in theatre, Jami also casts plays all over Los Angeles, and is the resident Casting Director for the multi award winning Celebration Theatre.

Jami strives to foster in her students a greater ability to trust their work, win roles, and most importantly book the room.

CLIFTON GUTERMAN

INSTRUCTOR

Clifton Guterman is Head of Film & TV at Big Picture Casting. He has cast for Actor’s Express, Horizon Theatre, Theatrical Outfit, and True Colors Theatre and directed for Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Opera, and Theatrical Outfit. Acting credits: Alliance, Actor’s Express, Dad’s Garage, Synchronicity, Theatrical Outfit, Arena Stage, Berkeley Rep, California Shakespeare, San Jose Rep, Barrington Stage, and many GA-shot films, TV shows, and commercials. Education: BA (Drama), UGA; MFA (Performing Arts), SCAD.

JILLIAN BATHERSON

INSTRUCTOR

Jillian Batherson was raised in New Orleans, LA, graduated from The University of Southern California and was classically trained at The British American Drama Academy. She has studied on-camera technique with some of the top coaches in Los Angeles and across the country. Some of her credits include Disney’s Secrets of Sulphur Springs, FX’s American Horror Story and ABC’s The Astronaut Wives Club. As a coach, Jillian endeavors to bring out the confidence, creativity and commitment in every student!