Just finished Mark's class, one word: thorough. I should have started out with this class first! What you will learn: 1. Your type - breakdown services are full of types that range from "Young Dad" to "Real Guy". From "Character" to "Leading Man". From "Girl Next Door" to "Popular Cheerleader". This class will give you the tools to narrow down what your specific type is based on how you look and the way you present yourself. 2. Your essence - it's not enough to say "Oh, I can play Boy Next Door!" anymore. These characters are compelling because they jump out of the screen, so to speak. You're not a simple character, you have a personality. Are you "The cold hearted bitch with a soft side for the marginalized"? Are you "The teen heartthrob with a heart of gold"? By figuring out your essence--the way you naturally present yourself--you'll learn that you're not just ANY Boy Next Door. You have your own flavor, a flavor that few can imitate. We are all unique, this class will show you exactly what parts of you will create a well rounded character. 3. Agent/Casting Director targeting - submitting yourself to agencies without the help of a blue print is much like throwing darts at an LA sized target. You hope that by sending out 60 headshots that a couple agents will take interest. In this class, you learn it's not a numbers game, it's a "partnership fit" game. What shows do you think your type is perfect for? Who are casting those shows? Which agents consistently book clients through that casting studio? These tools will help sharpen who you really want to see your material as well as assuage your fears of your headshot being sent out into the nebulous town and disappearing. 4. What the other side really want to see in an audition room - anyone can read lines. Anyone, with enough time, can recite lines verbatim. But those who bring themselves will book. Those who enter with confidence will book. This class clarifies what's important in the audition room. Mark is insanely detailed and the 6 weeks will give you more than enough to do for the coming year. Please, start here on your journey to becoming an actor! You won't regret it. read more

Really enjoyed learning from Mark and this class. He is a smart guy, with years in the business of acting, marketing and life. The class provides an opportunity to really dig in to who you are and how you come across - not always the same thing. You get so much information that is useful in creating a brand, a plan and other acting related skills too. One last thought regarding Mark himself. He is kind guy who really in it for you. He roots for you and wants you to succeed and can even help you fall in love with yourself a bit. So while he may play a bad guy on TV, he is definitely a good guy in real life. I would highly recommend this class. read more

Mark is the most thoughtful and diligent teacher I have ever worked with in this business. If you haven't taken his class you need to do so. He puts in the work to give you a detailed and concrete analysis, which is so invaluable to use. Oh how I wish I could have had this class years ago when I was starting out in this career. read more

This is an excellent class!! Mark truly cares about each and every student and is passionate about helping students further their careers, no matter ones level in the business. In Mark's Actor, Know Thyself! class Mark gives personal, incredibly well thought out exercises and individualized attention to help create clarity and confidence in what we're putting out as actors. At the end of this class you will feel so much more grounded, clear and empowered about your place in the biz and how the industry works. I love that his classes are kept small and extremely focused. Thank you Mark for all that you do to support and teach actors this crucial information, you're amazing!! read more

If you take Mark's class, you will know exactly what you supposed to do as an actor so you won't waste any minute of your life to be a better one. His class is very purposeful and he knows exactly what he is doing to prep us as actors mentally and technically too. He is very encouraging too. If you are thinking about, I recommend you to just jump in and take his amazing class. Please don't miss this opportunity!! He is really for you! read more

It was recommended that you take Marks class to obtain a clear idea of how the industry and others view who you are. The branding in the class is so detailed and spot on! Its a safe place to explore all the dimensions of yourself that you may have not even knew were there. I highly recommend his class!! As an individual he really cares and has a way with pulling out the best in others. I highly respect him and his teachings. read more

Mark's 6-Week Type, Image and Talent Intensive is not a scene study class, from which there are many to choose in LA. Rather, this invaluable, one-of-a-kind course focuses on how you present yourself to those who are watching your acting first -- namely, the casting director + the camera (which is recording every little thing you project. So, do you KNOW what you are projecting?) You will come to terms with, "Is this how I want to be seen?" and more importantly, "Am I even AWARE of how I'm being seen, regardless of what I WANT...?" There are some pretty big concepts to unpack here, but Mark guides you through the process over the 6 weeks in a very well thought-out program that is unique, in my experience. I've taken acting classes since I was ten years old, and I wish I'd had a class like this decades ago. Better late than never, though! Grab this class with Mark while you can. read more

Let's cut straight to the chase here, if you want to be an actor, you need to truly understand how people perceive you. Your mom's opinion on your look and talent level don't count, unless your mom is a huge casting director...and in that case... I would love to meet your mom. :) For all the other smucks who don't have any family connections ( air-guitar playing uncle doesn't count), we need some help and some guidance over here! This is why Mark and his branding class is an absolute godsend, it starts you on the path to truly understanding the BUSINESS side of the acting game. Casting directors want to see a certain type of person in your headshot and your marketing, and Mark gives you the insiders scoop on how to convey the specific image, feeling and energy necessary to GET YOU IN THE ROOM!!! It's all about the secrets. The little tidbits that end up expanding your mind to a new reality that immediately shifts your entire approach. This class did for me theatrically what Killian's commercial workshop did for me commercially. My confidence level shot through the roof because I now UNDERSTAND WHAT CASTING WANTS!!! This class will set you up for success, plain and simple. It's for every level, all types of people. I just came off a 3 episode Guest Star, and I freaking am so happy I took this class. Take the class. Stop telling people back home you are an actor and then go to your temp job and get involved in Trump flame wars on Facebook. This is much more productive. And seriously, have your huge casting director mom call me already! read more

I went into Mark's Type class as a brand new actor and I felt surprisingly comfortable around him. He created a very welcoming environment where it was easier to be myself around experienced actors. I learned how people perceived me and how I should market myself to the public from this class which I didn't know it was so crucial until I took this class!! I've gained more insight into this business due to this class. It's a class EVERY ACTOR should take! Don't miss out! Very eye opening! read more

This is a great class to take. I went in thinking I'll walk out of this class knowing that I will continue to pursuing entertainment or quit. Mark helped me to understanding quitting is not an option. Mark truly tries to help the actor connect with their true self and bring that to the performance. He really wants to help. He helped me hone in on a major component to tie together all the studying I've done over the years in this craft of acting. Very empowering class. HE GIVES HOMEWORK!! It's a confidence builder as well as a get serious or get out cause you're trippin' class. Mark's class is for the serious actor. This class is the business of acting, marketing, publicizing and producing. read more

Mark Atteberry's Type/Marketing class is a MUST if you plan to making acting a career. This is a business and Mark is awesome at helping you figure out aspects of your brand, your type and really how to sell YOURSELF! YOU are your product and you are original. I love how Mark shares his personal experiences that help you understand how the business works and great tips to maximize your chances to truly make this a successful career. He is super caring, humble, fun, helpful and serious about helping you personally. YOU got to take this CLASS!!! read more

If you're reading this, you are thinking about taking this class. Save yourself some time, DO IT! This class is worth every penny. The content will enrich your life and give you a fresh perspective, and let's face it, we need a fresh perspective. This reputable acting professional can really teach! The theory he teaches is proven and simple. The classes are fun and challenging. And because it's worth repeating, DO IT everyone. You cannot lose with this one. read more

If you are serious about having an acting career, you need to know what your type is. Mark will really get into detail to help you to learn who you are in this industry and how to market yourself. Your paradigm on "acting" will change after..! I have learned so much and you will too. read more

Recently I took the class Actor Know Thy Self and what a difference. Mark Atteberry didn't focus in on what the student was doing wrong, instead he showed us what we need to do to book a show. It was truly an uplifting experience. In this class I learned what casting directors see when they look at my headshot and how I'm perceived by the world in general. I now know why people react to me the way they do. It cleared up a lot of the mystery of the casting process and gave me a solid step-by-step plan as to how to pursue an acting career. Excellent class for beginners as well as the veteran actors. read more

Have you ever taken a really great acting class but left with no further direction on what your next steps should be? This is NOT THAT CLASS. Every actor should take this class. I've taken several classes throughout my career but none of them covered the business side of acting this thorough. This takes branding yourself to a whole different level. But the class is more than just branding. You discover who you are for yourself and more importantly who you are to other people. How do you marry those things together to make the ultimate package, that is you? There are no generalities in this class. Mark gives you real tangible directions on ways to advance your career. You will embrace yourself in a way that you never have before. You will have eye-opening experiences through the homework, research and on-camera exercises. This class is so unique and so needed. You will walk away feeling empowered, committed and confident to take on this industry. You will know exactly what you need to do after you leave this class. Most importantly, you will have fun while you do it. Mark is honest, genuinely kind and very giving. He is a working actor sharing all that he can to help you succeed, and he WANTS you to succeed! This class was worth every single cent!! read more

Such an eye-opening class! We all would like to think we can play every character in a film/tv show/etc, however, do you actually know how the industry views you? How you're typecast? This class will help guide you to understand your types; your goals; your brand. I highly recommend it! It is an utmost necessity to know how to market yourself in this cutthroat industry. Now, after taking this class, I definitely feel I'm one step ahead in the game, and certainly more in tuned with myself. read more

As an actor, I was in a place where I needed to not just take another acting class about "acting" and went on the hunt to find a class that could give me some perspective on myself and the business - this class was exactly that. It gave me a very strong idea of where I stand in the industry and also showed me what other people thought about me, not just the story that I made up in my head. This is not for the faint of heart and I do think you need to be in the right headspace to get the most out of this particular class, but it was very worth it to me. Another bonus is Mark. He's such a great person and shares personal stories that are invaluable. I've taken a few classes in LA and taking one with a teacher who is also a working actor was actually really beneficial. Whatever he's doing, he's doing it right and it was great to listen to his advice- he has been nothing but supportive with my strengths and struggles and I really am grateful for that! read more

Mark's class was great! I learned so much about myself--how the public perceives me, how to use that to brand and sell myself, how to take advantage of available opportunities or create them for myself. I am energized to get out there and stick with it and see my efforts pay off. I love the fact that one can attend refresher classes for free. Thanks, Mark!! read more

I took Mark's Type, Image and Talent Evaluation Intensive class and I was blown away by how much I learned. The idea is to understand your type, and build your profile (and your confidence) so that you can effectively understand and market yourself for roles that fit your image. I made great friends in the class, and I can honestly say it has made boosted my confidence because Mark is a great teacher and he encourages each of us to embrace the whole of who we are - flaws and all. Now all I need to do is put it all into practice :) Five stars. Highly recommended. read more

Mark is such a wonderful teacher and his class on Defining Type was invaluable. He brought immense clarity to how I approach my acting and my career, as well as a deeper sense of trust in myself. I've booked my first three tv gigs within months of taking his class, so something worked :) read more

Mark Atteberry class "Type, Image and Talent Evaluation Intensive" was terrific! The class has really helpful information for actors - whether beginners or seasoned artists! His teaching style is affirming, knowledgeable, and clearly communicative. Mark breaks it down to help everyone understand what they bring to the table and how to effectively use it. Really grateful for everything I learned and already putting it to work! read more

Finally, after taking Mark's Actor, Know Thyself class, I am equipped with the knowledge and tools on how to package myself, my brand through his extensive branding exercises, among other things. He puts the focus on you, your personality and helps incorporate "your unique self" with how others see you to find your niche into a package to better market yourself. Mark, as an active working actor, shares his experiences and learnings openly which makes him so relatable and approachable. He always finds the time to answer all our queries. It's great that he provides you with an action plan after taking his 6-week class to give you better direction on how to navigate what to do next. I highly recommend his class! read more

In all my many, many years in nearly every kind of acting class I have never felt so comfortable on camera as I do now having taken Mark's class. It really can't be compared to most acting classes because it goes so far beyond technique. I would recommend anyone who is serious about working professionally as an actor should take this class before taking another technique class. read more

Mark doesn't just list of a bunch of superficial checklist things to do for your career. He actually helps you find yourself in your work and not ignore those little idiosyncrasies that we sometimes remove from our performances. Because those little gems are what make you stand out. As soon as I started taking this to heart in my work, I became so much more comfortable because I wasn't trying to be a generic character. In addition, Mark gives you great strategies for marketing and tells you what the current trends are and how you can take advantage of them depending on your particular Type. If you don't know how you're viewed by the industry or you feel a disconnect somewhere with what you're submitting for; Mark's class would be very refreshing for you to help you get specific in your career. read more

I just took a class with Mark and boy am l glad I did!!! He gives a different perspective on what to expect and how to make it in the business. It doesn't matter what stage you're at in your career I strongly recommend you take this class. Mark God bless you brother your insight was invaluable and inspiring. read more

5 STAR INFO YOU CAN USE NOW! No Bravo Sierra here - Mark Atteberry provides a 6 wk intensive workshop of personalized info and shows you how to use it for success! Mark's concise ACTOR, KNOW THYSELF series helps you know how others see you. Know your types, your strengths, and your challenges so you can form your unique brand. I'm new to the game, but now I know what I am and am not as an actress. Thanks, Mark, I needed this - and so does everyone else! read more

There has not been an acting or related class that has influenced me more than Mark's class! It has changed my view of how to be a working actor in Hollywood and has given me immense confidence that I can make it too! read more

Mark's class is one of the best I've taken in LA! He helps you discover how others perceive you the moment they look at you (mainly casting directors), best types for you to play - just by being you, and how to be yourself acting. He gives you the most practical and useful tools that will easily keep you "working" in the industry. read more

I was blessed enough to attend Mark's workshop where I was introduced to the various beneficial things he's learned over his career. I went on to take his 6 week intensive and am simply blow away by the practical and extremely helpful knowledge that he provided! I not only learned how I would appear to future casting directors, but also who I really was in essence and how to best use that to my advantage as an actor. He even asked me to do some soul searching that caused me to take a very important look at what's really driving me. I am someone that struggles with confidence, but Mark helped me to be okay with who I am and to really own that because in his words, "there's no one like me!" If you are looking for exceptional branding advice, to have a better understanding of how you will likely be cast, and to learn key disconnects that may be standing in your way - go to Mark. He will definitely help you to move forward in your career!! For sure!!! read more

Mark Atteberry was really nice and helpful. He has a really safe and comforting energy to him as well. It was so interesting to find out my own unique type from what people saw me as and who I am as a person. His work was very detailed and he also gave materials for marketing and he even gave resources to help in our career. It was an Image Intensive Class, but he didn't just give us that, but he also prepared us with how to use our image to get more work. In the end of class, he also gave us detailed information in what characters we can focus on and what shows we could have a higher chance of being cast in. He is very analytical and logical in his approach and the essence of the class was "Be Yourself" because in the end, you are hired for you. If you choose to put your pride away, you could learn a lot from this class. I actually told some people already about his class because I found it very beneficial to me and know a lot of people who don't know what their type really is because as Mark says, "You can't really be objective with yourself." read more

I have been acting ever since I was a child and now I am in my late 30's. Mr Atteberry was so thorough and I identified with him in such a way that he helped me bring out the best in me. He is a true Godsend to the acting world. If you want to figure out who you are Brand wise, learn how to expand your acting abilities, know your strengths as well as your weaknesses and how to use them both to your advantages and then start working in this industry and find representation start getting audition and booking gigs, well then, look no further. This is the man to get the job done! He is sooo incredibly insightful into HOW this town works and how to get seen, where to go, when, what tools are needed, where to get them, and with whom. I cannot say enough about Mr. Atteberry. I feel sooooo privileged to have fallen upon this man that genuinely cares about his craft, , his student, and getting his students working in this field. I have done it all. Juliard, AMDA, Stella Adler Conservatory, 2nd City Chicago, Howard Fine, Ivana Chubbock. You name it, chances are I have done the course. No one, teaches what Mark teaches. It's as simple as that. He teaches the BUSINESS of ACTING. Please take advantage of his course. You will not regret it! read more

Mark Atteberry's TYPE, IMAGE & TALENT EVALUATION INTENSIVE is among the very best workshops I've ever taken. Over the course of six fast-paced weeks, Mark shares his years of expertise in the business with his students, and it proves invaluable to professional and novice thespians alike. Through hands-on exercises designed to illustrate how others perceive you and how you perceive yourself, along with videotaped mock auditions, Mark leaves you with a clearer understanding of who you are, how the business works, and all of the tools you'll need to properly market yourself -- while staying completely true to yourself -- and begin or further your career. When he lectures, he is both personal and personable, so it never feels like a lecture. He genuinely cares about helping each student fine tune his or her potential, and I can state wholeheartedly that I found this workshop to be thoroughly fun, helpful, enlightening, and rewarding. Superb! read more

This class was incredible from start to finish as each week I learned new and valuable info not only about myself, but the business of acting which is priceless for any actor in this town. Mark, to date, is the most supportive, genuinely kind and knowledgeable industry professional I've met and I feel like I scored the lottery in meeting him and landing him as an instructor and mentor. I feel armed and ready to pursue my career on a whole new level and I recommend this class to actors at every age; whether new to the biz, returning after a long absence like myself, or if you've been around for awhile and need to reinvigorate your career. Mark's years of experience in multiple areas of the industry, coupled with his passion to help others succeed and a keen intuitive sense of people is the real reason you should take this class as soon as you get the chance. This is the best investment you'll make as an actor if you want to take your craft and career to the next level and it will last long after the fun and insightful six weeks. With Mark you have a friend, cheerleader and Mentor for life. read more