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ESTABLISHED 2020

THE ART OF
STORYTELLING

Begin Your Journey

The "Working Actor" Difference.

We don't teach from textbooks. We teach from current call sheets. Our instructors are active members of the industry, bringing real-time Hollywood insights to every session.

Premium Training

98% Success Rate

Students moving into professional productions within 12 months.

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Free Discovery Workshop

The "First Look" Discovery Workshop

$0

An invite-only introduction to the NGS methodology. Learn the "Working Actor" edge, meet our lead …

  • 3 Hours Intensive
  • Industry Pro Mentorship
  • Digital Portfolio Review
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1-on-1 Private Coaching

Elite Private Cinematic Coaching

$150

A bespoke, high-intensity session focused on your specific career goals. We dive deep into character …

  • 90 Minutes Intensive
  • Industry Pro Mentorship
  • Digital Portfolio Review
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Group Masterclass

24-Week Actor’s Intensive Masterclass

$1,200

Our flagship professional program. Move from foundations to advanced on-camera technique. Includes professional demo reel …

  • 24 Weeks Intensive
  • Industry Pro Mentorship
  • Digital Portfolio Review
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Meet Your Teachers

Jacob Young - Founder
Jacob Young - Founder

Emmy® award Winning actor and seven (7)-time Emmy® nominee

Trent Garrett - Founder
Trent Garrett - Founder

15 years of film industry experience.

Got Questions?

FREQUENTLY ASKED

We primarily focus on high school students (14-18) and early-career adults. Our programs are tailored to different maturity and experience levels.

No. In fact, many students join us to build the materials (tapes, reels) required to get an agent. We provide the industry tools you need to be noticed.

Our students learn directly from Hollywood veterans, including Emmy®, Prism®, and Golden Globe® winning directors, actors, and writers who possess a combined 70+ years and 3,000+ episodes of TV/Film experience.

Yes! This is a cornerstone of our program. Students who successfully complete our festival tracks walk away with verifiable, professional IMDb credits to launch their careers.

Absolutely not. We welcome aspiring storytellers of all skill levels. Whether you are holding a camera for the first time or looking to refine your acting craft, our mentors meet you where you are.

Group classes offer a highly collaborative environment mirroring a real Hollywood set, perfect for learning teamwork and networking. Private 1-on-1 lessons provide hyper-focused, personalized mentorship to accelerate your specific skillset at a much faster pace.

We believe in using industry-standard gear. Students have the opportunity to work with professional equipment, including Blackmagic 6K cinema cameras, giving them a massive advantage when entering the workforce.

The festival is the climax of our program. It is a full-scale, red-carpet event where our students' short films are premiered to a live audience, complete with awards, standing ovations, and industry networking.

Yes. Through our extensive partnerships, we proudly award substantial prizes to outstanding students, including $16,000 university scholarships (such as with CNU) and professional camera giveaways.

No! Filmmaking is a massive collaborative effort. We offer training and mentorship across all aspects of production, including writing, directing, acting, editing, and cinematography.

Our core mission is to bridge the gap. We actively bring the magic of Hollywood directly into classrooms in underserved areas, providing access, equipment, and mentorship to visionary youths who might not otherwise have the opportunity.

You can explore all our current class offerings and secure your spot via the "Courses" section in our main navigation. For festival RSVPs and tickets, follow our "2025 Film Festival" link for real-time updates and availability.

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Your journey to the global screen starts with a single conversation. Join the collective and start training with the best in the industry.

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