How much do you charge for your class?

Our 4 week basic class is $400. The 4 week Master Class and the Narration Class is $300. Teleprompter and Ear Prompter class is $150. An Actor's Center discount applies to some classes.

How long are classes?

Our basic class is 3 hours long with a 15 minute break in the middle. The Master Class is 3 hours long. The Narration Class is 2 1/2 hours long. The Teleprompter and Ear Prompter classes are 3 hours long.

Where are classes held?

At our studio 4275 Howard Ave. Kensington, MD 20895.

Do you allow anyone to audit classes?

No. I am happy to pass along telephone numbers or email addresses of people who have taken class at On-Camera Training so you can talk to someone who has taken class with me.

If I am just starting out, which class is best for me?

I would suggest our Basic class. If you have had some on-camera experience and are working in the industry or just want to brush up your skills, the Master Class may be better for you.

Can I bring my boyfriend, mom, or friend to class with me?

Yes, they will be directed to our kitchen/conference room to wait for you while you participate in class.

What should I wear to class?

I suggest people dress comfortably for class. For the TelePrompter Class and Narration class I suggest a business look. The most important thing is for you to be comfortable. I often suggest that from week to week you bring in a jacket and tie or blazer to use during class so you can see a different "look" of yourself on-camera.

Do you teach children?

No, I direct parents and their children to Linda Townsend Management or Camera Ready Kids. Teens usually take my Adult Basic Class.

Am I too old to start a new career?

No, this industry uses people of all ages and you can work as long as you want. As we say in our book, YOU CAN WORK ON-CAMERA, this is an industry you can enter successfully at any age.

Do you place students after class?

No. I am not a talent agency or casting director. It is up to the student to send out their headshot and resume and meet casting directors and agents.   Participants in class are encouraged to be aware of the opportunities in the region by using the internet. They share the information in class with each other creating a positive learning and work experience. We begin each class with “how was your week and what did you do for your career” discussion.

Do you offer private coaching?

Yes, both John and I coach one-on-one at our studio. We charge $100 an hour.

Do you coach outside the studio?

Yes, we can come to your location and the cost depends upon the size of the job, travel and equipment costs.

Do you offer classes for schools?

Yes, we give workshops for schools, organizations, and camps. We will craft our workshop according to your needs.

Can an outside source rent your studio?

Yes. I would direct you to the owner of our studio, photographer Len Rizzi  (301-530-0300).

Do you ever have a free class?

Yes, I offer a free improv class several times a year. They are held on Sunday afternoons.

Who teaches your classes?

I teach the Basic, Teleprompter, Ear Prompter class and Narration classes. John teaches the Master Class. We occasionally team teach weeks 3 and 4 of the Basic class. I teach the improv class. JoAnna Beckson from New York teaches the Comedy monologue class and the Sit-Com Master class twice a year at our studio. Kathy Greene conducts our Face and Fashion workshop twice a year.

If I miss a class can I make it up?

Yes, if you miss a class you can do a make up class during that week if it is offered on another day that week or in an upcoming series of classes. For example, if you are in the Saturday class and miss week 2 you can make that class up the following Tuesday evening. It is up to the student to keep track of the classes they miss. We encourage you to include ON-CAMERA TRAINING on your resume only after you have finished the entire course.

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