Jane Xi
You got this! I've worked as a private coach with series regulars on HBO, FX & Hulu. My background also includes a MSW & Crisis intervention counseling and I help clients in their wellness journeys.
Having worked on the other side of the audition screen as Assistant Casting Director and writer / director for a multitude projects. I'm an advocate for mental wellness and here to help you on your acting journey as a reader (and pal :) ! VO/Film/TV/ MMJ. Therapist, acting and life coach who trained at UC Berkeley, Peridance Capezio NYC, and Fordham. My clients are booking!
Core Focuses:
--Comedic & Dramatic Improv Coaching.
--Focus on bringing out the best 'You' in scenes.
--Getting you booked.
-- On a crunch? I can make it easy & fast so you can get booked.
--Let's have fun!
At your request..
--Coaching
--Feedback on the audition
--Reader
--I also offer no cost evidence based breathing techniques and clinical strategies to help you de-stress through the audition process. Just ask ^_^
And more...
--Industry Tips
--Will collaborate with you to quickly break down your scenes
--Help you frame your scene to create atmosphere, relationships & character for your best self tape.
--Creating a moment before
--Building an arc to your story
Being through countless auditions and self tapes (and at the casting director's table myself), I’m happy to help you get the best out of your work by doing as many takes as you need, give notes & advisory (only if you ask for it!) or just as a reader/actor to work off. Just give me a heads up at the start of our session. I am compassionate and eager to bring whatever it is you need to feel comfortable with the material. My only rule is, please do not feel rushed when you're practicing with me, I am here to help you book the job so let's make it count!
If my beacon is off, feel free to email to schedule a time.
*Please leave me a review after our session. Your reviews & tips are greatly appreciated and go directly to mental health advocacy organization DrugFr33.
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JX
Film & Television Acting Coach, Assistant Casting Director & Mentor with Background in Mental Health (Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Intervention)