MASTERCLASSES
DJW Talent offers weekly, studio based Masterclasses for actors aged 16+, who are interested in building up their experience, and expanding their skills and knowledge of working in Theatre, Television and Film.
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Our Masterclass programme features a diverse range of dedicated workshops and Q&A's with industry professionals, designed to enhance emerging talent, and help actors improve their skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. These workshops include training in areas such as audition technique, Character Development, Scene building, Scene Mapping, Blocking, Physical approaches to creativity, Beats, Shifts, Actions, Units and we offer advice and guidance to those looking to apply for Drama School and/or clear routes to market and strategies for commercial impact.
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Confidence building and professional development continues to be at the forefront of our company ethos. Our Masterclass sessions are purposefully varied and positively challenging, whilst offering new experiences and a chance to develop a variety of techniques and skills, to prepare new talent and enhance established performers careers in the Entertainment Industry. ​
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ABOUT OUR FOUNDER
DANIEL-JOHN WILLIAMS
The DJW School of Acting was launched in 2015 with weekly acting classes for children and adults. From September 2024 DJW Talent will be hosting Masterclass Acting Workshops for adults (16+) with company founder Daniel-John Williams.
DJW Talent received GOLD certification from QA International for outstanding contributions to the industry (2015-2023)
Daniel-John is an actor | agent | acting coach | producer and has appeared in many THEATRE, FILM, MUSIC VIDEOS & TV SHOWS (comedy and drama) such as: Doctors, Casualty, Vera, Make Me Famous, Birds of a Feather, Looted, Redirected, Metroland, WeTibetans, STINE, LORE and various other projects.
IMDb Link for Daniel-John Williams.
He trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London and often found himself exploring the casting world from behind the table watching other actors try and land the role for projects in Theatre, TV, Film and Alternative Screen Platforms and even helped out in the West End Musical Theatre scene. With over 30 years in the industry Daniel-John has picked up some tips and tricks along the way.
Company Founder and Director, Daniel-John Williams continues to work in theatre, film and TV, bringing his extensive industry knowledge back to his actors and clients.
Over the years, Daniel-John has worked with actors around the world in a creative collaborative capacity but also preparing talent for countless TV, Film and Theatre projects, ranging from Comedy, Drama, Soaps, Commercial, Gaming, Online Shows (On Demand) and Factual Entertainment so when Daniel-John was asked to host a Masterclass for Dragons Den star, Sara Davies on the popular BBC Show Strictly Come Dancing, (Movie Week) he jumped at the chance. His methods seemed to help Sara (Princess Fiona) sail through to the next round. Daniel-John is no stranger to working with high profile talent and knows how to get the best out of actors by offering unique ways of approaching character and giving the talent that he works with, questions and scenarios to depend their understanding of the characters objectives.
Daniel-John has had the pleasure of working with actors from Coronation Street, Shameless, Waterloo Road and actors from Peppa Pig to name a few. A proud member of the Tees Valley Screen Steering Group, an initiative set up by Northern Film + Media (North East Screen)
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He was also accepted onto the Creative England Foundations Film & TV Programme 2022-2023 and also enjoys supporting BFI Academy Young Filmmakers (2021-2023) by offering Masterclasses in Acting, Script and Character Development workshops.
Fresh out of drama school, Daniel-John worked closely with TV and Film Director John Dower (Eastenders, WolfBlood) on a project which was trialling new technologies for games, known as Project Nutal for an interactive game at Lionhead (XBOX) called Mylo & Kate.
Daniel-John produced and co-directed the feature length documentary, HOME 2020-2023: A film about love, passion, racing pigeons and what home means to people (North East Screen Reach Funded and Consulted by Jonny Tull at Tull Stories) and also produced a Channel4 Comedy Sparks through Couch Potato Film | North East Comedy HotHouse.
In 2021 Daniel-John and Marc de Launay launched Nova Mundi Studios where a strong slate of projects have been developed and pitched. They are now speaking to commissioners and production companies regarding several ideas from FactEnt, Comedy, Drama, Scripted Feature Films and TV shows.
Daniel-John was the casting director for multi-award winning Creative England Funded ‘A Six & Two Threes’ for Writer and Director Andy Berriman (Candle & Bell) Daniel-John was also casting director on
BFI.Network short film ‘The Wilds’ | Taxi Tales for BBC and BFI.Network short film ‘Brother Nature’ for Award Winning Director Maxy Neil Bianco through Sea & Sky Pictures. Daniel-John is Executive Producer on a show currently in development for a possible Digital Comedy FactEnt Show for Channel4.
The Masterclass workshops at DJW Talent will be geared towards a focus on character development, breaking down a script with technique and craft at the core of everything we do. The sessions will also include casting strategies, creativity vs trade and preparation | presentation and professional approaches to memorable and standout performances along with unique planning for clear routes to market.
A NOTE FROM DANIEL-JOHN WILLIAMS
''I have worked in the Entertainment Industry for more than 30 years in one way or another, with an eclectic mix of experiences and opportunities and I have had the privilege of meeting, working and collaborating with some of the very best in the business. My mission is to create a clear route to market for the actors represented by DJW Talent and through the Masterclass training which I host, personally. The plan is to develop professional relationships, etiquettes and unique approaches to the industry using the methods I believe in. Gearing actors up for the wonderful world of theatre, television and film is a genuine passion of mine and putting talent in front of casting directors and producers then securing opportunities is where I get real industry satisfaction.''
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Daniel-John Williams
Company Founder and Director
MEMBERSHIPS & FEES
Before you apply for Membership, please follow the THREE STEPS as outlined below.
[*Please Note: Becoming a Member does not mean you are represented as an Actor by DJW Talent.
STEP ONE
Please familiarise yourself with our Membership, Fees and Payment Plans as outlined below, and decide which is best for you:
ANNUAL
MASTERCLASS
MEMBERSHIP
DJW TALENT MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
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Welcome Pack & Registration with regular email updates.
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Access to industry opportunities
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Access to online and studio based guest Q&A's and workshops.
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After two years training (Spotlight Eligibility)
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10% DISCOUNT on all DJW Services with Membership. (Headshots, Showreels, Self Tapes, Voice Reels, Monologue Shoots and Private Online Acting Tuition)
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FREE 45 minute private online consultation (Career/Audition advice)
£190
MASTERCLASS
FEES
THE DJW MASTERCLASS FEES:
ADULTS AGED 16+
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DJW offer three different payment methods:
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MONTHLY:
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£120 (11 Payments) Member
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= £1,320 (annually)
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£160 (11 Payments) Non Member
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= £1,760 (annually)
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PAYMENT FOUR:
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(1st September) £360 or £480 (Non Member)
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(1st December) £360 or £480 (Non Member)
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(1st March) £360 or £480 (Non Member)
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(1st June) £240 or £320 (Non Member)
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= £1,320 or £1,760 (Non Member)
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PAYMENT ONE:
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(August or September) £1,320 (1 Payment)
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= £1,320 or £1,760 (Non Member)
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All fees cover September - July (excluding August)
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2 WEEKS HOLIDAY IN APRIL
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2 WEEKS HOLIDAY IN DECEMBER
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NO PAYMENT BREAKS
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You can find out about our actors services by clicking here.
Annual Fees:
Member: £1,320
Non Member £1,760
STEP TWO
Please read and agree to the Terms & Conditions within the Student Agreement and Media Agreement, as well as the Data Protection and Child Protection policies*, which can be viewed by clicking the JOIN MASTERCLASSES button below.
[*Additional Policy and Procedures documents can be requested once registration is complete, including our Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, Fire, Health and Safety, and Complaints and Compliments policies].
STEP THREE
You can now apply online to join our Masterclass programme, via the button below.
If you have any questions regarding the memberships & fees structure, our Masterclass content, or you require additional assistance with joining, please feel free to get in touch or visit our dedicated FAQ's page.
STUDIO LOCATIONS & TIMETABLES
MASTERCLASS LOCATIONS
MASTERCLASSES ( AGES 16+ )
SUNDAYS | 1pm-4pm
TEESSIDE
(Exact locations will be emailed to all Members)
Classes run for 3 hours. Participants should arrive 15 minutes before class starts. You must be a Member and have paid your fees to access the Masterclass Programme. Dress code is smart/casual and comfortable. Free onsite parking.
CONTACT
To find out more about our Masterclasses, or for assistance with your membership application, please contact us via the form on the right, or by using the details below.
(Please note: The form on the right is not the application form and should only be used for enquires)
Don't forget, we also have an extensive FAQ's section that may help answer some of your questions.
