Your Ultimate Guide to Helping Your Child Break Into the Acting Industry!
🚨 Doors Open January 30th, 2025! Don’t Miss Out!
Our "Acting Business for the Parent" course is launching soon to empower parents of young actors with all the tools, resources, and insights needed to support their child's acting dreams—without overwhelm.
Do you…
Want to help your child book professional roles in film, TV and commercials, but don’t know where to start (or what to do differently)?
Feel confused and frustrated because there doesn’t seem to be a clear guide or roadmap to helping your child get representation, book roles and work professionally without compromise?
Worry about making the wrong call when it comes to your child’s safety in the entertainment industry?
If you answered yes to any of these, this course is for YOU!
JOIN THE WAITLIST
Acting Business for the Parent
Be the First to Know When Doors Open!
When you join the waitlist, you’ll get:
Early access to the course on January 30th.
An exclusive discount for early bird registrants.
Free tips and training sent to you!
ABOUT THE COURSE
“Acting Business for the Parent” is an online course designed specifically for parents like you—dedicated, supportive, and ready to help their child navigate the acting world with confidence.
This step-by-step guide will empower you to confidently manage the complexities of headshots, agencies, auditions, safety, and more—so your child can focus on doing what they love most: acting!
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Create a Winning Actor’s Package: Learn how to build a standout headshot, resume, and demo reel.
Find and Work with Acting Agents: Discover how to secure an agent, what to expect during agency auditions, and how to spot red flags.
Master the Self-Tape Process: Learn to film professional-quality audition tapes from home.
Keep Your Child Safe and Set Boundaries: Learn how to ensure your child's safety on set, navigate industry standards, and protect their well-being while supporting their career.
Navigate Audition Platforms and Permits: Get clear on using platforms like Actors Access, securing work permits, and setting up Coogan accounts.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
4 in-depth lessons packed with actionable advice.
Video tutorials to guide you step by step.
Printable worksheets and guides for creating actor packages and setting boundaries.
Exclusive tools for audition prep and on-set safety.
Access to a private community of like-minded parents.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Michaela Pistilli (she/her) is an Actor, Screenwriter, Director and Acting Coach. Some of her onscreen acting credits include: iCarly on Nickelodeon, Criminal Minds on CBS, Hot in Cleveland with Betty White, a film with Lionsgate, and National commercials for McDonalds, Coke Zero, Cellular South, Charter Communications, and more! Her best-known role is Disney XD's Labrats, currently streaming on Disney+. To add, Michaela is an acting coach of over 10 years helping aspiring and working actors young and old. Pulling from her own personal experience working with Top LA acting coaches and production companies, she brings a professional but also relatable coaching experience to her students. At the end of the day, Michaela is passionate about helping young actors get to the next level and maneuver the acting industry, without compromise.
Unlike other resources, this course is designed specifically for parents of young actors. With personal stories, real-world advice, and actionable steps, you’ll walk away feeling empowered—not overwhelmed.
Created by someone who’s been there! With years of experience in the acting industry, Michaela will share what she wishes someone had told her when she started.
WHAT MAKES THIS COURSE DIFFERENT?
CLASS 1: GETTING STARTED
ACTORS PACKAGE
WORK PERMITS
COOGAN ACCOUNTS
ONLINE AUDITION SUBMITTING SITES
CLASS 2: AGENCIES/ AUDITIONS
RE-SEARCHING/SUBMITTING FOR AN AGENCY
AGENCIES VS MANAGERS
PREPARING YOUR CHILD TO AUDITION
CONTRACTS, NETWORKING
AUDITIONING
CLASS 3: SELF-TAPES
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SELF-TAPES AND BREAKDOWNS (INCLUDING TAPING SELF-TAPES)
CLASS 4: CAREER WITHOUT COMPROMISE
AFTER BOOKING A ROLE-WHAT YOU EXPECT ON SET
KEEPING YOUR CHILD SAFE IN THE INDUSTRY
CLASS 4 WARNING: IN REGARDS TO THE SAFTEY OF YOUR CHILD, WE MAY GO OVER EXPLICIT TOPICS THAT HIGHLIGHT THE REALITY OF CHILD ABUSE WITHIN THE ACTING INDUSTRY.
COURSE OUTLINE
The Parent Perspective
"The Acting Business Course for Parents with Ms. Michaela has been an invaluable resource for our family. The course offers a comprehensive and well-organized outline of the steps needed to navigate the acting industry, along with the added benefit of ongoing access to the course materials for future reference—a feature I truly appreciate.
Ms. Michaela's insights are not only thorough but also grounded in her personal experiences, which provide a thoughtful perspective on potential challenges parents might encounter. The Q&A sessions were an excellent addition, allowing us to dive deeper into the material and get all our questions answered.
This course is a fantastic resource for any parent helping their kid pursue acting opportunities, and I highly recommend it to others!"
-Rob Rashidi
Help Your Child Shine!
We’ve got your back! Join the waitlist today and be first in line when doors open. Spots are limited, so don’t miss your chance to get the tools you need to confidently guide your child’s acting dreams!
📅 Doors Open January 30th, 2025