Jess Orcsik
Jessica Orcsik is an established actress, performer, choreographer and producer featuring in Stage, Film & Television productions for over 30 years. She is the founder of American Arts, Film & TV Academy, LLC in Los Angeles.
Jessica is a leading facilitator for international career mentoring for Australian performers and actors. Invited to speak at the Actors Symposium alongside Breakdown Services in Vancouver in 2014; as well as having articles produced in Dance Informa Magazine. Jessica continues to align herself with wonderful programs that are dedicated to developing talent and equal opportunities all over the world.
Jess's professional acting career began at age 4 on TV show Richmond Hill, since then worked on well known productions in Film, Television, Theatre, Music Video’s and Documentaries.
Jessica has worked and trained with prestigious studios and coaches across the globe including Lisa Robertson Studio, Matthew Barry, Lesley Kahn, Broadway Dance Center and Netherlands Dance Theatre. Performed with Australian dance companies, national television shows, choreographed for national tours and hosted public events across Australia. Director of her own internationally acclaimed event/production company J.O. International Productions, she has also produced nation wide events and competitions including “On Broadway” and Don’t Dis Disabilities Dance Extravaganza”.
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What Is The Difference Between Stage & Screen Acting?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usIs stage acting more heightened than screen?
Is stage acting bigger than screen?
Is screen acting more real than stage acting?
Am I too big for screen?
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Should I Come To All Of My Child's Auditions?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usCan I go in to watch my child's auditions?
Do I have to stay in the waiting room while my child auditions?
Can I go in to the audition room with my child?
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Which Comedy School Should I Go To?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usShould I go to Groundlings?
Do the best comedy actors go to UCB?
Is Second City still good?
Should I choose UCB over groundlings?
Is Second City good in LA?
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How Can I Find A Great Private Acting Coach?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usDo you have recommendations for a private coach?
Where can I find a business coach?
How do I find a great audition coach?
Where do I look for acting coaches?
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Should I Do A 2 Or 3 Year Acting Program?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usDo you think committing to a two year acting program if right for me?
Should I commit to a three year acting program?
Should I go full time into a two year course?
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Do I Need An American Accent To Work On TV?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usCan I have a career in the US without chaining my natural accent?
Can I work in my natural accent in LA?
Do I need to learn an american accent to get work in the sta... -
How Can I Ensure The Person I'm Sending A Deposit Isn't A Scam?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usHow can I ensure the person I'm sending a deposit to for accomodation / car / classes isn't a scam?
Is this car lease a scam?
Is this accommodation a scam?
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Who Are The People That Will Be Involved In My Child's Career?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usWho will work with my child in entertainment industry?
Who are the people working for my child's acting career?
Who works with child actors?
Who will be guiding my c... -
Does My Child Need An Agent Or Manager?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usShould my child get an agent?
Should my child get a manager?
Should my child get an agent or a manager?
Should my child get an agent and a manager?
Does my child nee... -
How Can I Tell If An Agent Or Manager Is Good?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usIs this agent good?
Is this manager good?
How do I know if an agent is good or not?
How do I know if a manager is good or not?
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My Child Won A Talent Competition & They Want A Fee To Join The Agency - Scam?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of AAFTA
The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usMy child won a talent competition and they want a fee to join the agency - is this a scam?
Are agents that ask for joining fees scams?
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Should I Wait In The Waiting Room Or Come Into The Audition Room With My Child?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usDo I wait in the waiting room during my child's audition?
Do I stay in the waiting room during my child's audition?
Should I wait in the waiting room during my child... -
How Much Should Headshots Cost For A Child Actor?
with Jess Orcsik Working Performer | Producer | Business Coach | Founder of The American Film and Television Academy
www.AAFTA.usWhat is the cost of headshots for children?
How much is a photographer for child actors?
What is the price for photos for a child actor?
How much should I expect to ...
