Judy Says

KIDS ON CAMERA TV/FILM ACTING & VOICEOVER WORKSHOPS for AGES 5-18

IN PERSON & ONLINE ON ZOOM – YEAR-ROUND

NEW IN PERSON FALL WORKSHOPS in San Francisco

SUN OCT. 20, FILM ACTING & IMPROV, Age 5-8 & 9-18
SUN. NOV 17, VOICEOVER FOR ANIMATED FILMS, Age 7-9 & 10-18

WE HAVE NURTURED THE NEXT GENERATION FOR 43 YEARS.

We look for the gifts students brings to us. Our students interact, use their voice and trust their instincts and use their imaginations

OUR STUDENTS DISCOVER THEIR UNIQUENESS;

the traits that make them extraordinary, in our non-competitive atmosphere.

INVESTING IN THE EDUCATION of our children will last a lifetime.

GIFTED CHILDREN find an outlet for their creativity & energy!
SHY YOUNGSTERS explore their imaginations and gain confidence.

“IMAGINATION IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN KNOWLEDGE. KNOWLEDGE IS LIMITED.
IMAGINATION ENCIRCLES THE WORLD” ALBERT EINSTEIN

HOW TO CREATE HEALTHY BRAINS and
LESS ANXIETY FOR ALL AGES

In Kids on Camera workshops students are encouraged to interact with classmates, share their voice, use their imaginations and have fun. Social Psychologist John Haidt’s, new book The Anxious Generation, looks at the role smart phones and social media have played in “rewiring” our brains. John points out how technology has contributed to the rise of teenage depression and anxiety.

NEW IN-PERSON ONE-DAY CHILDREN’S
ACTING & VOICEOVER WORKSHOPS

SUN. OCTOBER 20 IN-PERSON in San Francisco, Presidio Heights

Coach: Joey Paul Jensen, Casting Director/Film Producer

AGE 5-8 TV SCENES & INTERACT WITH YOUR COACH.
10AM-11:30AM PST, $175, Enroll limit 6

AGE 9-18 FILM ACTING, IMPROVISATION, COMEDY SKILLS
12:30-4:30PM PST, $280, Enroll limit 12
Use Early Bird $20 Discount CODE “GDEB4UPG”, expires Oct. 3

SUN. NOVEMBER 17: VOICEOVER @ PRO RECORDING STUDIO

CREATE CHARACTERS for ANIMATED FILMS & VIDEO GAMES
IN San Francisco near North Beach. Parking across the street

AGE 7-9, 10:30A-12:30PST, ENROLL LIMIT 6, $185.00
AGE 10-18, 1:00PM-4:00PM PST, ENROLL LIMIT 10, $220.00

COACH, DEBORAH ELIEZER, ASSOC. DIRECTOR, on staff 18 yrs.

Pro voiceover, director, actor, improv specialist, acting and voiceover coach for over 25 years. She voiced 25 Leapfrog Toys Commercials; Godfather Video Game. (see bio)

OUR PURPOSE:

WE ENHANCE COMMUNICATION; TEACH TV/FILM ACTING and BUILD CONFIDENCE. Our students learn to trust their instincts, improve auditions and school presentations, build social skills and have fun. Shy youngsters discover their imaginations! Confident children find an outlet for their creative energy! ! Following our workshops parents receive an evaluation via email within 12 days. For in-person classes parents attend the last 30 min to share in their child’s progress by viewing a live presentation.

OUR STUDENTS HAVE BECOME

WE TRAINED JONATHAN FEYER who started attending at age 5 and was cast in HOSTESS CUPCAKE commercials. At age 10-12 he was cast in films, MATILDA and GALAXY QUEST. MICHAEL CATALANO started attending at age 7. HE WAS THE ORIGINAL VOICE OF CHARLIE BROWN IN THE CARTOON SERIES. ADIAN RHYS, 14, was cast as an actor for the San Francisco Opera in 2023. We also trained John Morris who was the voice of Andy in TOY STORY; Bridgit Mendler was Teddy in the Disney Series GOOD LUCK CHARLIE; and actors and models in LeapFrog Toys & Old Navy TV Commercials.
(Click for NEWER SUCCESS STORIES on website)

AUDITIONS ARE OPPORTUNITIES

that take place on ZOOM or SELF-TAPE. Self-Tapes are created by the parent with their child. I teach parents how to make Self-Taped Auditions with correct formats, size, and labels or agents and directors will not look at the tape. In auditions you use your imagination, play characters you love and gain acting experience. If you perform with confidence and creativity TV/Film directors and casting directors will cast you. These skills can also lead to becoming leaders at school such as class presidents. Actors who get cast are wise to continue to study acting to be ready for that next audition.

MEMORABLE FEEDBACK FROM A PARENT and STUDENT

“I liked getting feedback from my classmates and coach about my performance on Zoom. I took notes to remember what they said to help me in future. I liked watching everyone perform. Zoom made that easy and I learned skills on Zoom.”
Audry, Age 13

“Thank you for advocating for my teenage daughter and representing her interests. We are so appreciative and thankful for your kindness. Your support has been invaluable.”
S. Creed, North Bay, CA

“My daughter, Emerson, age 10, has learned so much and has fun in your zoom classes. You are always looking out for her and helping her get auditions. The way you reach out on her behalf means so much! I am so grateful that you are in our lives! Thank you!”
Mrs. Keenen, South Bay, Atherton, CA

“Hi Judy. My two boys, age 11 and 15, loved all your classes on zoom and in-person in spring, summer and fall 2022. They couldn’t stop talking about it after the first class. They gave each other feedback. I enjoyed joining the last 30 min. of class when the students demonstrated what they learned in a live performance. The evaluations you emailed after every class gave me insight and were valuable. They had fun and learned a lot in your zoom and in person classes. We plan to see you again”
Mrs. Howell, Oakland CA

ABOUT OUR WORKSHOP CURRICULUM

on ZOOM and IN-PERSON YEAR-ROUND

WHY OUR ZOOM CLASSES ARE SUCCESSFUL AND FUN

Students interact and share their voice. They learn to perform and focus to their computer screen similar to focusing on camera when they are at the job on a set. Enrollment is limited to 6-12 students to allow for more attention. Scripts are emailed early to practice before class. Auditioning from a home studio on zoom is the new normal! Parents received evaluations following workshops. We feature one or two Sat. and/or Sun. one day workshops with new topics each month for 60, 90 min. to 2 hours.

WORKSHOPS TOPICS INCLUDE

TV commercials, voiceover, film acting, comedy, monologues, improvisation, interview skills, comedic or dramatic acting for film. Acting Tones for Disney TV/Film will return as it sold out last year.

WE TEACH PARENTS HOW TO create Self-Tape Auditions from home

on cell phone or digital cameras. Self-Tapes are the new norm as auditions in person are rare. We teach how to create Self Tapes on Zoom 3 times annually with correct formats and printed guidelines.

WORKSHOPS DETAILS & HOW TO PAY

are on our home page and separate workshop pages. Enroll on our check-out form by adding a workshop to a cart; fill out form with parent and student information and see the link to pay via PayPal. To PAY an alternative way email us at info@kids-on-camera.com

OUR TEACHING METHODS & TIPS

We created a quality training with very experienced and talented coaches to develop creativity and confidence. We teach acting and audition skills for TV/Film, improv, comedic and dramatic acting and voiceover. Getting cast depends upon the ability to listen, take direction, and understand the audition process. Students learn how to set up a home studio. They may go into breakout rooms to practice a script with a partner. Students explore different topics with experienced casting and film directors and talent managers.

QUESTIONS? Contact Judy Berlin, Director/Founder at info@kids-on-camera.com

STUDENTS GET THE OPPORTUNITY TO STUDY WITH and MEET TALENT AGENTS, CASTING DIRECTORS, TALENT MANAGERS, TV/FILM DIRECTORS, and VERY EXPERIENCED COACHES

We have a working relationship with TV and film directors, and talent agents.

They encourage actors to learn the skills that our programs provide. After we experience students in our workshops, we help parents learn how to submit and meet talent agents. Agents receive up to 30 submissions monthly from new talent seeking interviews and representation. Filmmakers have called us in search of talent for stage, TV/film. We have been a resource for talent at KRON TV Ch 4, the Academy of Art Univ. SF State U, and San Francisco and Berkeley Digital Film School for their graduate films.

WE ARE ALWAYS SEARCHING

for new ways to enhance our student’s skills and help them get exposure to top coaches, casting directors and talent agents. The curriculum prepares youngsters for real world auditions. Hear it straight from the pros as they have a pulse on today’s market. Our coaches educate our parents about the industry.

DIRECTORS and our STAFF FOLLOW HEALTH GUIDELINES TO KEEP ACTORS SAFE.

Performing and auditioning on zoom and self-tapes will remain popular.

POSITIVE FEEDBACK FROM A LOCAL TALENT AGENT

We want to share a letter we received from a talent agent.

Dear Judy, I want you know that your young actors and parents are easy to work with for the most part. We thank you for helping us manage their expectations upon interviewing with us. It certainly makes a big difference! It’s nice to interview youngsters with real training and meet parents who truly understand the long-term investment they are making in their child as it’s a two-way street. As a talent agent we can only do so much and we really do appreciate parents who are willing to meet us halfway.

OUR STUDENT RECENT CASTINGS &
AWARD NOMINATIONS in 2021 thru 2024

KAYCI KERNER 14

Cast on JORDAN MATTERS CHANNEL You Tube shows.

CALEB SORROCO 10

Imagine Learning Software, BJ’s Restaurant commercial; LeapFrog Toys; model for Quince & Co., Mulesoft digital website campaign on social media; guest role in TV pilot series, SEND HELP on AMC Network.

MAYLIA RENNA, 10

Judy Berlin helped her get a voiceover audition for a new toy in 2024 and she was cast; her family are print models for Guava Family Products. She is in TV commercials for Astro Amazon, Purina, print model for BYJU’s Learning App: Learning Workbooks Kit with Disney Characters.

AIDAN RHYS, 14,

was cast in film, Dungeons and Dragons starring Hugh Grant

ALUMNI, PHILIP GARCIA

cast in Capital One National TV Commercial in 2023. He was in an Amazon TV Series, SPRUNG.

JAYDEN CHAING,

age 15 was cast in a Sundance Film DIDI in 2023. He sang and danced in a Kidsongs TV Show and music video in 2022.

ALUMNI, ADAM MCARTHUR

is best known as voice of Marco Diaz in the hit DISNEY TV show Star vs the Forces of Evil. Adam was nominated in 2022 as BEST VOICE ACTOR in the ANIME ANIMATED SERIES as the voice of Yuji Itadori, in “Jujutsu Kaisen” which is for teens. He started our classes at age 13 and we helped him meet talent agents. (CLICK for NEWER SUCCESS STORIES PAGE)

OUR STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES PAST & PRESENT

Rebecca White began classes at age 5; soon after she was cast in California Milk commercials and was a teen host on KRON TV News Shows. She was cast on the HOMELAND TV series in 2017 which starred Claire Danes. Rebecca now lives in NYC and is a songwriter and vocalist. Jonathan Feyer was cast in Little Caesars Commercials at age 5. He was cast in the films, MATILDA and GALAXY QUEST at age 10-12. The voice of CHARLIE BROWN in the original first cartoon series was Michael Catalano. Bridgit Mendler was Teddy in the Disney series, GOOD LUCK CHARLIE. John Morris was the voice of Andy in TOY STORY 1, 2 & 3. Daan Creighton, starred in Nickelodeon’s HUNTER STREET; Teen sisters, Gillian and Angeline Espina, were hosts on DreamWorks TV series, LIFE HACKS FOR KIDS. Daytime EMMY WINNER for the CBS movie OTHER MOTHERS was Justin Whalin when he was 19. Philip Garcia was cast on CRIMINAL MINDS and SCANDAL in 2016 and 2017. Shoshanna Bush was lead actor in film, DANCE FLICK and she was a Mervyn’s model for many years. At age 21 in 2009, she signed a 3-film contract with Paramount. PIXAR FILMS discovered Krista Fettke at Kids on Camera and she co-starred in the Pixar Film, PLAY BY PLAY

LEARN WHY OUR ZOOM WORKSHOPS
ARE SUCCESSFUL & FUN

– We start with vocal and physical warm-ups.
– Students interact in small classes (6-10)
– Students have a voice as they comment on performances of their classmates.
– Improv activities ask students to use their imaginations and trust instincts.
– Experienced enthusiastic coaches keep the class moving
– We email scripts early to practice before class.
– Parents receive evaluations following all workshops.

ABOUT JUDY BERLIN

A credentialed educator, award winning coach, casting director, voiceover, vocalist, and stage actor for over 45 yrs. She created No. California’s first TV/Film Acting and Voiceover School in 1981. She taught drama in Detroit and Chicago schools for 10 years and performed in summer stock before moving to San Francisco in 1974. She coached day camps in Marin, 1975 to 2019. Judy was a vocalist in San Francisco clubs and a finalist on STARS OF TOMORROW TV SHOW hosted by Joan Rivers. Voiceover credits include Sesame Street for 12 yrs and Macy’s. KGO San Francisco TV news reporter, Michael Finney, featured Kids on Camera in 1998. In 2016 we received an award for our service to youth from the San Francisco Supervisors. (FULL BIO ON STAFF PAGE)

2024 WORKSHOP FEATURES & RESULTS

VOICEOVER LOOPING FOR FILMS on MAY 19 for AGE 8-18 was with Casting Director Holly Dorff.

Parents joined last 20 min as students performed what they learned. Holly cast 3 of my students to loop in TOY STORY 3.

CASTING RESULTS from SUN. MARCH 10 and SEPT 22 in person with Youth Division Director from a top TALENT AGENCY in LA and TALENT MANAGER LINDA DEFILIPPO.

This WORKSHOP LED TO REPRESENTATION and AUDITIONS FOR 6 OUT OF 14 STUDENTS with L.A. AGENT who has been in business 40 years LINDA is interested in 5 out of 8 students she met on SEPT. 22.

STAFF UPDATES

JOEY PAUL JENSEN, Casting Director & Film Producer teaches IN PERSON for Film Acting, Improv and Comedy SUN., OCT. 20, 2024 for ages 5-8 and 9-18 in San Francisco’s Presidio Heights. Joey works with SONY STUDIOS, PARMOUNT and DISNEY and major TV networks.

DEBORAH ELIEZER, ASSOC. DIRECTOR returns Sun. Nov. 17 to teach Voiceover IN PERSON at a recording studio in S.F. near North Beach.

More Staff Updates…

FORMER STAFF MEMBER and EMMY WINNER, LESLIE CARARRA, IS the VOICE OF ABBY KADABBY ON SESAME STREET SINCE 2009. JUDY BERLIN was a voice on SESAME STREET for 12 years.

TEXAS HOLLY taught physical comedy in May 2023 in-person with us in S.F. Texas plans events at SF Circus Center. Casting Director, Harriet Greenspan, taught Dramatic Acting for Films last July.

JOSH ARSENAULT was our talented camera man last May.

PHOTOGRAPHER, LOIS TEMA, is available to shoot pro photos for actors and families. Fees from $325 for a package including a headshot and body shot. Her website is www.loistemaphotography.com

JOHN LITTEN teaches theatre and directs plays at Northgate High School in Walnut Creek.

DAVID ROSENTHAL is a voiceover living in Los Angeles.

Guest Artist, EZRA STANLEY is a writer, director, videographer, model and lead actor in award-winning Indie Film JUNIOR in 2020.

TIPS & QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR CHILD TO ENHANCE YOUR RELATIONSHIP & THEIR MENTAL HEALTH

Our programs encourage children to use their imaginations which helps maintain and improve their mental health. Our tips below will Increase your child’s self-awareness, maintain mental health and keep communication open and boost their moods

TIPS for PARENTS: DUE TO EXPERIENCES FAMILIES HAVE HAD SINCE 2020 with our HEALTH CRISIS, ASK CHILDREN THESE QUESTIONS MORE OFTEN NOW:

-How do you feel rather than asking them how their grades are at school
-How are you sleeping? How are your eating habits.
-Do you want to re-design your bedroom or workspace with art or a plant?
-How is your communication with your siblings, friends nearby and at school?
-What do you like watching on TV?
-Do you feel safe at school?
-Do you understand why you wear a mask at some events?
-What do you want to do on weekends with family or friends?

MORE TIPS FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE HOME SCHOOLED or ATTEND SCHOOL

Before school starts go outside and feel the sunshine and the grass with your bare feet. If your child works remotely from home arrange workspaces near a window to look out at nature. Add color or calendar with photos of animals or nature and a small plant in their workspace. Post their original art. Take a break for music or a walk. Water is calming and uplifts moods so add swimming, soaking in a bathtub, and more showers. For anxiety crunching on carrots or chewing gum can help. Oversee what children watch on the internet and avoid the TV News. To take dislike of wearing masks discuss how masks protect us from germs so we stay healthy with have fewer colds. Create an art activity decorating masks with stickers. Make a mask for their stuffed animals and dolls.

MEMORABLE MESSAGE TO GIVE US ALL HOPE IF A HEALTH CRISIS RETURNS

Belgium Psychotherapist Ester Perel shared valuable insights in a National TV interview on Amanpour & Co in 2020 and Jan. 2024. She has a Pod Cast.

Journalist, Christine Amanpour asked Ms. Perel:
“Do we have permission to feel happy in the midst of a crisis?”

Ms Perel said:
“Being confined 2020-2021 was a challenging time. Our minds traveled and our Imaginations soared. We need to allow ourselves to feel hopeful that there is a ray of light shining through the crack. NOW it is wise to limit the time your child works at a computer. Get out and be social – join classes – use our imaginations thru improv – tell stories – sing. Using our imaginations will keep us alive and resilient.”

GRATITUDE & RECOGNITION!

I am grateful as I reflect on the wonderful students, families, and staff that I have had the privilege to work with. The support from Bay Area and Los Angeles talent agents, casting directors, producers, directors and filmmakers and local news reporters helped to make Kids on Camera what it is today.

THANKS TO THE MEDIA for their features on TV and radio in San Francisco.

Michael Finney, KGO TV Reporter SEVEN ON YOUR SIDE, featured our story in 1998. Michael spoke of our honesty and high-quality program when he said, Kids on Camera is the right place to go. More thanks go to Evening Magazine, (KPIX), the hosts of People are Talking, Anne Frasier and Ross McGowan, (KPIX), Mornings on 2, (KTVU), producers at (KRON), and KGO Radio. Thanks also to Ch 11 news on Daybreak in Tucson, AZ.

Thanks to our locations over the years

at Ross School and Ross Recreation, Piedmont & Hillsborough Rec, Saint Marks School, Saint Raphael School, Redwoods Presbyterian Church in Larkspur, Jewish Community Center SF, Strawberry Hill Studio in Novato, Zion Lutheran School, Marin Horizon, Mercy High, Marin Primary, Seven Hills School.

I AM SO GRATEFUL to work with these coaches over 43 yrs.

Our talented staff and guest coaches include: Joey Paul Jensen, Linda DeFilippo, Stephen Bass, Holly Dorff, David Rosenthal, John Litten, Mary Dilts, Paul Collins, Sharon Huff, Laurie Keith, TJ Metz, Zoe Galvez, Heidi Abbot. Harriet Greenspan, Terri DeBono, Vera Zimmer, Cassidy Brown, Deborah Eliezer, Josh Arsenault, Trish Saunders, Thessaly Lerner, Douglas Leach, Cliff Mayotte, Paoli Lacy, Susan Lorraine, Beulah Stanley, Christina Lewis, Douglas Kassel, Gray Barker, Sabrina Fitzsimmons, Greg Shiver, Michael Axtell, Nancy Gold, Leslie Carrara, Chelsea Camp, Cynthia Toronto. We value our interns in Calif: Kayla, Julien, Sonam, Isabel, Nina, Caylen, Alison and Tess.

MEMORABLE FEEDBACK FROM PARENTS

I’ve been extremely impressed with your honesty and insight! Kids on Camera truly is the best in preparing audition and camera-ready kids. My son became more confident and improved as a public speaker. You provide exposure to industry professionals.
Tonia Hsieh, Producer/Karma Pictures, California, East Bay

Judy runs a fantastic program and the kids really have fun, gain confidence and develop acting skills that will be helpful in whatever they decide to do.Judy Freeman GYMBOREE Executive, California Through a well thought out curriculum Kids on Camera teaches their students that they can overcome their self-doubts and accomplish goals while projecting a confident image of themselves.
Robyn King, Antioch, CA

WE WELCOME YOUR QUESTIONS

Email Judy Berlin at info@kids-on-camera.com