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PRIVATE COACHING & WORKSHOPS
Helping actors, writers, & directors achieve their dreams
COACHING FOR AUDITIONS, CALLBACKS & SELF-TAPES
Whether you're preparing a self-tape, heading into an in-person read, or facing a high-stakes callback — I'll help you find what's actually happening in the scene, not just what's on the page.
FYI - If the time you would like to book is not available, please contact us. Special times can be arranged.
🎥 Self-Tape Review + Written Notes — $75
Send your tape. Detailed written feedback returned within 24 hours.
🎬 Live Self-Tape Coaching Session — $150
45–60 minutes on Zoom. We work the material together in real time.
⚡ Rush / Same-Day Coaching — $175–$200
Audition just landed? Same-day spots available for urgent deadlines.
🎯 Standard Coaching Session — $150/hr
Auditions, callbacks, scene work, monologues.
PRICING
$150 per hour
$100 per hour for Union Members
$95 per hour for current AFF Members
$40 per hour for providing an actor/reader.
📩 Contact to book: mac@aff-acting.com
COACHING FOR ACTORS IN PRODUCTION
Already in production and need help bringing a character to life, cracking a tricky scene, or solving an on-set challenge? I’ll give you the tools, insight, and confidence to deliver your best work—fast. All coaching happens live on Zoom, so support is just a click away, wherever you are.
📩 Contact to book: mac@aff-acting.com
PRICING
$175 per hour
$150 per hour for AFF Workshop participants
PRIVATE SCENE WORK
Private scene study is where the real work happens.
You bring your scene and your scene partner. I bring
50 years of working knowledge — as an actor, director,
writer, and current industry consultant.
We work the scene until something real is taking place.
Not performed. Not manufactured. Alive.
Sessions are one on one, live on Zoom. Available to
actors worldwide.
This work is right for you if you're:
— Preparing a role you've been cast in
— Working on a scene for an audition or demo reel
— Developing material for your reel or an agent request
— Simply ready to go deeper into the work
Pricing
$150 per hour
$95 per hour for current AFF Workshop participants
📩 If the time you need isn't available, contact directly
— special arrangements can be made.
mac@aff-acting.com
CONSULTING FOR DIRECTORS & WRITERS
I work with directors and writers at every stage of production — from development through post. This isn't technique for technique's sake. Every conversation comes back to the same question: is the story alive?
What this looks like in practice:
📖 Page Turns & Script Development
Working through a script page by page — finding where the story breathes, where it doesn't, and what needs to change.
🎭 Casting Consultation
Helping directors identify the right actors for the right roles — with an eye for truth, not just type.
✏️ Rewrites & Edits
Working with writers to refine dialogue, sharpen character, and protect the heart of the story.
🎬 Working With Actors
Helping directors get real performances — on set, in prep, or in the room.
🤝 Creative Consultation
A thought partner for directors navigating the creative and collaborative challenges of production.
Currently consulting on active productions for Prime Video, Hulu, and Sky.
📩 Contact to book: mac@aff-acting.com
PRICING
$175 per hour
$150 per hour for AFF Workshop participants
AFF INTENSIVE WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
🎬 Transform Your Acting at an
AFF Intensive Scene Study Workshop
Push Your Craft Beyond Limits
Step into a weekend designed to take your work further than you thought possible. In this immersive two-day intensive, you’ll experience a powerful blend of self-discovery, artistic growth, and real-world industry preparation — crafted for actors who are ready to break limits and raise their game.
What Makes This Intensive Different
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Tailored Coaching
Every actor’s journey is unique. I take the time to understand your strengths, challenges, and goals — helping you overcome roadblocks and unlock your full potential. -
Scene Selection with Purpose
Material is handpicked to stretch your range, challenge your instincts, and open new creative doors. -
Real-World Simulation
You’ll train under the same high-pressure conditions actors face on professional film and television sets. -
Comprehensive Craft Development
Expand your physicality, vocal range, and emotional depth — integrating mind, body, and voice to deliver fully embodied performances that connect.
The Weekend Structure
This intensive mirrors the conditions of a professional set: minimal prep time, high expectations, and the need to trust your instincts. It’s where intuition, imagination, and confidence grow.
Day 1
Morning: First Work – Warm-up, run your scene with your partner, then dive into constructive, in-depth feedback — just like a camera rehearsal.
Afternoon: Second Work – Multiple takes with focused coaching to refine every beat. You’ll also receive your new scene and partner for Day 2.
Day 2
Morning: First Work – Present your new scene and repeat the Day 1 process with fresh material.
Afternoon: Second Work – More takes, deeper exploration, sharper execution.
Why Actors Love This Intensive
By the end of the weekend, you’ll not only sharpen your technical craft but also strengthen your confidence, adaptability, and presence. This isn’t classroom theory — it’s training that prepares you for the real demands of the industry.
Details
📅 Format: Two-day weekend intensive
🎭 Focus: Scene study, on-camera readiness, and holistic craft development
📧 Contact: mac@aff-acting.com
AFF INTENSIVE WORKSHOPS CURRENTLY BEING SCHEDULED
INTERNATIONAL ONLINE WORKSHOP
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The Art of Storytelling Has Changed — So Must You
In just the past few years, film, television, and theatre have transformed — and so has your role as an actor, writer, or director. The way you train, prepare, and connect must keep pace with today’s fast-changing industry.
Today, almost everything happens online:
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Demo reels
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Self-tapes
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Auditions
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Callbacks with casting directors and producers
Often, you’ll book or lose a role before you ever meet anyone face-to-face.
That means one thing: you must master the art of acting on Zoom.
What This Workshop Offers
Our International Online Workshop is a hands-on training experience where you’ll:
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Work on scenes with partners from around the globe
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Practice industry-ready skills for camera and Zoom
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Receive direct, real-time coaching from Jock MacDonald to bring your performances alive online
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The Next Workshop
The AFF International Online Workshop begins July 7, 2026.
The workshop runs twelve weeks, every Monday evening.
Early sign-up (pay in full by June 15): $500
Standard rate: $595
Limited to 10 actors.
Open to actors worldwide!
Details
💻 Format: Online via Zoom
🌍 Open to actors worldwide
📅 Mondays — flexible scheduling available to accommodate different time zones
🎭 Performers and observers (audit) welcome
To Join
To participate as an actor or to audit a session:
📩 Contact to book: mac@aff-acting.com
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THE SHAKESPEARE INTENSIVE
The overwhelming success of Hamnet has reminded the industry of something actors have always known — Shakespeare is not a niche skill. It's the foundation of everything.
Actors who can handle Shakespeare's language, verse, and emotional complexity find that every other genre becomes easier. The demands of the text force you to be present, specific, and truthful in a way that nothing else does.
This 8-session intensive is built around that premise.
You don't need to be a classical actor. You don't need prior Shakespeare experience. You need to want to go deeper into the work — and be willing to let it change how you act in everything else.
What you'll develop:
— Command of heightened language under pressure
— The ability to find emotional truth in any text
— Presence, specificity, and physical commitment
— Skills that translate directly to film, television, and contemporary theatre
How it works:
Sessions 1–4: Monologue work
Sessions 5–8: Scene work
Actors can begin at any time. You purchase 8 sessions and we build a schedule that works for you.
💲 $450 — discounts available for AFF, and Union members
📅 Flexible start — contact to begin
📩 Contact to book: mac@aff-acting.com
THE LOS ANGELES WORKSHOP
🎭 Los Angeles In-Person Acting Workshops
with Jock MacDonald
A Workshop Unlike Any Other
From New York to Paris, I’ve led in-person acting workshops for decades — working with actors in New York, Boston, Montreal, Toronto, Dublin, and Paris. Now, for the first time, I’m bringing this work to Los Angeles.
This isn’t about learning another “method” or “technique.” It’s about discovering your own way of acting — the unique truth and presence that’s already inside you. My role is to help you strip away what’s in the way so you can step into that truth fully, whether on stage, on camera, or in the audition room.
What You’ll Experience
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Scene + Monologue Work
Perform and receive live, in-depth coaching. -
Hands-On Guidance
Real-time discoveries and adjustments in the room. -
Personalized Approach
Not tricks or shortcuts — but helping you uncover the actor you already are. -
Small Groups
Limited actors per workshop to ensure maximum attention and growth. -
Why This Matters
Actors often get stuck trying to fit into someone else’s process. The industry pushes techniques, methods, and “shoulds” that can leave you disconnected from yourself.
These workshops are different. Together, we’ll focus on unlocking your truth as an actor — so your auditions come alive, your self-tapes stand out, and your performances connect deeply with audiences.
Coming Soon to Los Angeles
📍 Location: Los Angeles
📅 Coming Soon
🎭 Very limited spots available
👉 If you’re ready to step into the room with me, join the interest list now.
📩 DM me today to be the first to know when registration opens.
COMING SOON!
FREE TRIAL WORKSHOP!
To introduce you to the Acting For Film coach and process, we are offering a FREE Monday Online Workshop
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