Casting & Self-taping

Workshop ONLINE 

w/ Fountainhead’s

Jo Briant 

A 6 Week Online Casting Workshop with a Self-taping focus for Professional Actors.

Course Outline | Course Outcomes | Session Details | Apply Now

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Course Overview

The HubStudio is very proud to have Casting Director, Jo Briant return to the HubStudio.  This is an exclusive opportunity to work with Jo in a dedicated Casting / Self-taping Workshop. Be inspired and learn how to be an actor in these times of change, from one of the most approachable and warm casting directors in the business. 

The course will have a scene work focus; actors workshopping a scene each week with Jo providing constructive feedback on how to nail your self tapes. She will guide, nurture and challenge your screen craft skills and offer insight on how to navigate the industry during these times of change. 

Jo’s special interest is how to make the actor feel comfortable before and in the audition, allowing greater freedom to be present in the scene and play.

Course Outline

During the course Jo will focus on:

  • TV, film and commercial scripts for auditions.
  • Tips on Self Taping, in front of and behind the camera.
  • Easy processes to stay relaxed and present.
  • Being natural and truthful in the moment.
  • Bringing your whole self to your work.
  • Getting out of your head and into your body.
  • Being in the flow.
  • Freedom to play and have fun.

Course Outcomes

In this course, you will learn:

  • A simple process to feel more grounded and clear.
  • How to better prepare for a casting.
  • How to connect with your scene partner.
  • Turn so called ‘mistakes’ into magic.
  • How to be brave and make bold choices.
  • Access images, sensations and feelings.
  • The art of letting go.
  • Healthy mindset and self care.

For application, please fill out the details below. This series is invite only, with the highest standard being sort, a place on the course is not guaranteed.

Session Details

When: 6 x Monday evenings

Dates: 7th November – 12th december 2022

Time: 7pm – 10pm

Format: Face To Face : 21 Shepherd St Chippendale 

Participants: 12 Maximum

Price: $385.00 incl GST (10% off for members)

Session Details

Payment Information

How To Pay & Instalment Option: The easiest way to pay is by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) using the bank details on the invoice (please quote the invoice number in the transfer information), or by simply clicking the ‘pay online’ link also on the invoice (bank fees apply). You will be email an invoice upon acceptance into the program. Payment is due no later than the due date stated on the invoice, however if you would like to pay in instalments please call or email the office to arrange the dates and amounts you will pay. Please note full payment of the course is due by the time the course finishes. You can start payment instalments at anytime upon receipt of the invoice.

About Jo Briant

Jo Briant is a Casting Director at Fountainhead Casting and has been a successful actor for 40 years. She has worked extensively in theatre, film and television in New Zealand and Australia appearing in shows such as Kairos, Reckoning, The Fighting Season, Psychoanalysis, Wham Bam Thank You Ma’am, Home and Away,The Moodys, All Saints,Water Rats, Murder Call, Big Sky, Shortland Street and numerous commercials and voiceovers. 

Read Jo's Full Biography

Apply For The Course

Please send an expression of interest including your C.V. to courses@thehubstudio.com.au or use the below form. Please note the course is by invitation only. If accepted we shall send out an application form with all the course information. Notification for acceptance will be made no later than one week before course commencement.

If offered your place will only be held once payment is received in full. Failure to do so will forfeit your place on the course. For more information or queries please don’t hesitate to call on (02) 9212 0522 or alternatively email us on the above address.

Course Application Form

IMPORTANT INFO!! We are experiencing some unusual issues with our forms from time to time. If your form isn't sending through please email the same information, including your CV and Headshot via email to courses@thehubstudio.com.au and we'll get back to you asap. OR call 02 9212 0522.

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Further Questions

The HubStudio prides itself on helping professional actors to facilitate their training journey. If you would like more information about this course, or more importantly which courses would suit you best, then please email or call us to discuss your training goals.