About our Director/Screenwriting Team
Gary Parker
Gary Parker
Gary Parker
Decades of experience in film production, as a DP, Director, and Producer, working on over 20 Independent films. In his commercial work and as a film director, Gary has worked with both seasoned actors and raw talent. Bruce says, "Gary is an Actor's Director, helping actors excel on camera regardless of their experience. It is a joy to watch him work with actors on the set."
Bruce May
Gary Parker
Gary Parker
Bruce has worked closely with Gary on multiple video and film projects since the '90s. He has authored multiple business books, seven non-fiction books, multiple screenplays, and recently published his first novel. Gary says, "Bruce is a talented screenwriter, creating memorable characters, and timeless stories. It is a pleasure to work with a writer that brings so much value to a screenplay."
About Indie Films Studios
Our Mission
Indie Films Studios produces films and teaches both new and experienced filmmakers the art and science of filmmaking. Combining producing and teaching gives our students, actors, and crew the best possible environment to learn film production.
Choose from Two Weekends: June 7 & 8 or June 21 & 22
Acting on Camera
If most of your experience has been acting on stage, come learn how to act on camera. Gary Parker is an Actor's Director; he has worked with everyone from new actors to skilled professionals. Acting on camera requires new skills and subtle responses. Learn from a Master Teacher!
Creating a Character
The nuance of acting on camera gives actors many opportunities to enhance their performance while on screen, when speaking or reacting to other characters. You will get plenty of on camera practice in weekend workshops as you meet new people working in the industry.
Working with Film Directors
Gary gives you insights on how to work with different types of directors, from an Actor's Director to the most demanding egos in the business. Learn how to deal with all types of directors and increase your chances of winning your next audition.
Blocking Scenes for the Camera
For stage actors, blocking is completely different when acting on dynamic sets with constantly changing camera positions. Learn how to adapt to the rapid pace of blocking as you are instructed when and where you need to be and how you need to move on the set.
Best Practices on the Set
There are a host of rules for proper behavior on the set. Come learn them all in a safe and comfortable environment and avoid future embarrassment when you have to perform on a real set!
Mastering Film Auditions
One of the most difficult challenges for actors is dealing with the multiple auditions required to land a role on a film. Learn the best tricks of the trade and how to master an audition to increase your chances of scoring your next film role!
Build Your Business Skills
The ultimate Team building and soft skills training, nothing beats acting class for building:
- Personal Confidence
- Communication and Listening Skills
- Speaking and Presentation Skills
- Teamwork and Friendships
- Creative Expression
We often have students take our acting classes not to become an actor, but to improve their people skills and accelerate their business careers. Join us for one of our Summer Acting Classes and push yourself outside your comfort zone! Carrer focused students tell us that they have never had so much fun as they do participating in one of our acting classes. We guarantee you will have the time of your life... and we won't even make it scary! Don't believe us? See the image in the trailer below? Two of these students are not actors at all. They just took our acting class for fun!
Moments Captured from Past Acting Workshops!
