Virtual Episodic Prep

INSTRUCTORS: Erik Lingvall + Dexter Masland
Industry pros: Shepard Smith + Joy Pervis
DATES: April 25 + 26, 2020
Time: See below
Sessions: Adults, Teen, Youth (Sold Out)
Location: ZOOM
INVESTMENT: $149

Episodic Season is the time of year when television shows have been cast, pilots picked up, and production looks to fill the guest-star and co-star roles. For many actors, it is just as or even more important than pilot season! This two-day VIRTUAL workshop combines in-depth training from two of Catapult Acting Studios’ coaches with insight and feedback from an LA and ATL industry pro. This workshop helps actors maximize their potential through training, marketing material perspective, and industry knowledge. Actors will spend the first day preparing scenes with Catapult coaches, Erik Lingvall and Dexter Masland. On the second day, participants will execute their scenes for the industry pros, followed by a group discussion and a Q&A.

Register below!

ADULTS SESSION: 25TH: 4-7PM | 26TH: 3-5:30PM

TEEN Session: 1 SPOT REMAINING

TEENS SESSION: 25TH: 12:30-3:30PM | 26TH: 12-2:30PM

YOUTH Session: SOLD OUT. please join the WAITLIST:

WAITLIST | YOUTH SESSION: 25TH: 9-12PM | 26TH: 9-11:30AM

THE BREAKDOWN

DAY 1

THE PREPARATION

– What is Episodic Season?
– Co-Star vs. Guest Star vs. Series Regular
– Atlanta vs. LA Markets
– How to create a dynamic character
– How to fit into the world of a pre-existing show
– Know “your role” not just your lines!
– Work the scene and get coaching

DAY 2

THE EXECUTION

– Execute scene for industry pros
– Receive direction & feedback
– Group Discussion and Q&A

YOUR INDUSTRY PROS

Shepard Smith

TALENT AGENT

Shepard began in 2001 as an agent trainee at ICM & moved into management in 2004. At Simmons & Scott Entertainment, he helped develop actors like Jesse Plemons, Nate Parker and Chris Zylka. He is now a manager at Archetype Management, and reps Drew Van Acker, Daniele Watts, Elizabeth Hunter, Caleb Ruminer & more.

Joy Pervis

TALENT AGENT

Joy Pervis began her career in the entertainment industry 25 years ago in the Atlanta market when she created a talent agency specializing in young actors. In 2007, her impeccable eye for talent and her years of discovering and building careers earned her a position as Head Talent Scout for the prestigious Osbrink Agency located in Los Angeles, CA. In 2009, she joined her daughter in-law, Jayme Pervis, at the J Pervis Talent Agency, recognized as one of the top talent agencies in the Southeast representing children and adults in all facets of the industry.

Joy is nationally recognized for discovering, developing, and/or representing actors such as Dakota Fanning, Raven Symone’, Nolan Gould (ABC’s Modern Family (2009–2019) ), Lucas Till (CBS’s MacGyver (2016–2019)), Shameik Moore (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) , Grammy Nominees CHLOE X HALLE, Disney’s Navia Robinson, Algee Smith, Jacob Latimore and many more.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS

Erik Lingvall

INSTRUCTOR

Backstage.com contributor and winner of the Readers’ Choice for Atlanta’s Favorite Acting Coach in Backstage Magazine, Erik Lingvall brings with him over 15 years of experience guiding and training talent, throughout the country. As the founder of Catapult Acting Studios, Erik has established himself as one of the go-to coaches for tv/film actors in the Southeast. Originally from California, Erik currently resides in Atlanta, with his wife Jennifer and baby girl Venice. He is dedicated to guiding & connecting his clients to the right people & right path, always reminding his them to enjoy the process as much as the product at the end. Erik’s motto: “Professional training, designed to create better people.” Below are a few of the projects Erik’s clients can be seen in projects like: The Walking Dead, Manhunt: Unabomber, Modern Family, Disney’s Bunk’d, Dog with a Blog & Kickin’ It, FOX’s The Gifted, Nashville, The Hate U Give,Maze Runner, Noah, Daddy’s Home, The Big Short, Terminator Genisys, Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice, and many more.

Dexter Masland

INSTRUCTOR

Dexter grew up in San Francisco, acting in school plays and making films with his friends. He received a BA in Dramatic Arts from the University of Southern California. He furthered his training at the renowned academy BADA in London, as well as studied under Hollywood’s top acting coaches. He has appeared on the hit Disney Channel show Dog With A Blog and the CW’s Jane the Virgin. Most importantly, his love of acting is contagious, and he is committed to helping other’s reach their greatest potential.

Register below!

ADULTS SESSION: 25TH: 4-7PM | 26TH: 3-5:30PM

TEENS SESSION: 25TH: 12:30-3:30PM | 26TH: 12-2:30PM

YOUTH Session: SOLD OUT. please join the WAITLIST:

WAITLIST | YOUTH SESSION: 25TH: 9-12PM | 26TH: 9-11:30AM

DISCLAIMER: DEAR ACTOR, Please note that this class, as with all of our others, is specifically designed to educate and train, NOT to get you representation or guaranteed employment.

NOTE: Guest Industry Pros are subject to change due to nature of the business. If/when industry pros change, each event will be updated as soon as possible.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Catapult Acting, LLC has a 24 hour grace period in which clients can cancel their registration and receive a full refund. After 24 hours, a 10% cancellation fee will apply to all registrations. If the client chooses to cancel 15-21 days before the event (classes, workshops & camps), a 50% refund will be issued. If the registration is cancelled within 14 days of the event, 100% of the payment will be forfeited.

Virtual Episodic Prep