Interested in New York, LA or Paris?

Are you intersted in participating in the International Modeling and Talent Association Convention in New York or LA? Or in an international high fashion runway show in front of top international Agents in Paris?

Come to a FREE Seminar held at Excel's studios to learn more.

Saturday, September 13th @ 11:30am-1pm

Comment below to reserve your spot at this seminar. Space is limited.

Casting Call FREEDOM Play

Hello,

I'm Jennifer Davis, founder of the TURN project and Director of the stage play Freedom!

We are currently casting for a few additional roles .we are looking for a very diverse cast that reflects society. I would like to extend the invitation to any person who would be interested in joining the Freedom cast to enhance their resume and develop their craft while sharing a unique experience with a very outstanding assembly of talented individuals. This is a non-paying job..we are currently casting for our UCA performance on Sept. 13Th at Reynold's Performance Hall.

Maya: Young white female from Little Rock, Arkansas with a very eclectic appearance. A writer and freelance photographer.

Please contact April at 501.838.1140 to set up an appointment.

Casting Call

CASTING CALL NOTICE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 
Too Old for Empty- TV SERIES Shooting Location:  Central Arkansas Compensation:  Credit Principle Shooting Start Date:  Late July 2008
 
STORYLINE
Hannah Warren's life is full, full of the issues surrounding her business, full of the details of her friends lives, and full of dreams and ambitions that don't appear to be coming to fruition. She has spent so many years tending to everyone else but herself. Hannah is tired and spent. The fact of the matter is that she is too old for empty. Too old for empty dreams and an empty life that has been filled with building dreams for everyone, but herself.
 
Through a series of twists and turns, that promise to leave you laughing hysterically while others will have you reaching for a tissue, we journey with Hannah as she discovers her purpose and finds everything that she wants and needs. 
 
 CAST NEEDED
Hannah- African American female, early to mid 30's- must be good with serious drama, as well as, comedic timing. Professional demeanor
 
Sari- Any nationality (other than African America), female, mid 20's- mousy, but blows up big when she has had enough.
 
Adney- White male, mid 40's to late 50's- well groomed, executive type, has an underlying slime element. Must be charming and deceptive.
 
Eric- African American male, early to mid 30's (married to Cheeka) - strong male type, tall, needs to be gentle and comedic as well.
 
Tony- African American male, early to mid 30's -Eric's Friend. Quirky-short
 
Cheeka - African American female, early to mid 30's (married to Eric) - short with long hair, natural beauty.
 
Savannah - African American female, early to mid 40's- older,  a bit of a busy body, the oldest friend of Hannah, really snazzy
 
Garnette-African American female, early to mid 30's (married to Jonathan) - the housewife type, straight-laced, is ALL about family.
 
Jonathan- African American male, early to mid 30's ( married to Garnette) - Comical but serious.  He has boyish good looks and dresses very conservatively, does not look the part of a clown.
 
Sarah -African American female, mid to late 60's (Hannah's mother) - prim and proper, always has a sweater around her shoulders, motherly type, can be a bit of a busy body.
 
Hanel- African American male, early to mid 60's (Hannah's father) - laid back, can be fun, mostly when Sarah is not around.
 
Aunt Helen- African American female, early 70's (Hannah's great aunt) - young at heart, but apparently too old to be hip.
 
2 uniformed Police Officers (police car optional)
  
Additional Cast
 
Extra's needed- for the Birthday party scene
20 to 30 people of all ages.
  
Children Roles-
EJ-African American male, 4 to 6
Elliot- African American male, 7 to 9
 
 
No group or nude photos please.  Talent must be available to work evenings and weekends.  Must be possess professional work ethics.  Please send Headshots and Resumes to: rsentertainmentgroup@yahoo.com   Mail: Attn:  Casting Dept. RS Entertainment Group P. O. Box 56394 Little Rock, AR 72215
 
If interested in Production and Crew Positions, email or mail resume to the address above.  Please put ATTN: Crew in the subject line.
 
 
This is NOT Excel.. so please contact the people about location

PERSONAL EVALUATIONS

PERSONAL EVALUATIONS: READ ALL OF THIS POST AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY!!!

All students under 21 must be accompanied by a parent.

Please come dressed professionally for an interview. Anything that you feel great in that is not layered, ripped or covered in sayings or logos. Girls go light on the makeup and jewelry.

This is a private appointment with Melissa Moody. Please respect the opportunity of having one on one time with someone who has 35 years of experience in this industry. No other training center in this industry takes the time to do this so make the most of this opportunity as it will affect your future opportunities with acceptance into advanced level classes, agency auditions as well as consideration for NY, LA, and Paris. Follow directions and be on time!!!!

Print out this list and check off each item as you prepare for this interview.

ALL MODELS AND ACTORS:

1. Bring all handouts in a notebook.

2. Bring your CD given to you in class that has the handouts on it.

3. Bring a photo with your name on the back. (if you haven't already!)

4. Have all your tests and requested work out of your notebook and ready to hand me.

5. Bring deposit for photo sessions. (Last chance to do it the easy way!! Then you are on your own!!!)

6. Bring Advanced Class Registration along with Director’s Scholarship Application if you wish to be considered for Advanced Level Training and the Director’s Scholarship.

7. Bring a Sony mini DVD-RW for your video critique. Have it open with your name on it.

Additional assignments for Models:

Be prepared to do all turns and your tearoom.

Bring Completed Professional Etiquette Test.

Bring Completed Marketing Quiz.

Bring Completed Agency Quiz.

Bring “Types of Modeling” Sheet

Bring Model Info Sheet, signed with five copies.

Bring signed Model Agreement.

Bring Photo File. See notes for detailed instructions.

Additional Assignments for Actors:

Bring all your scripts.

Bring typed copies of your scrip preps.

Bring one monologue that is no more than one minute long. Have it memorized and bring a typed copy of it and your script prep fort the monologue.

Be prepared to perform your commercial, soap, sitcom, and monologue for the camera. Don’t forget DVD!!!

Bring Completed Agency Quiz

Bring Completed Commercial Acting Quiz

Bring Completed Professional Etiquette Test.

Please call EXCEL at 227-4232 the day before and confirm your appointment. Thank you.

ATTENTION ALL MODELING AND ACTING STUDENTS

I had a wonderful time working with all of you these past two weeks. I am so incredibly proud of how far you have come in such a short period of time!! I am really looking forward to meeting with each of you one on one this week. Thank you for sharing your time and gifts with me. Know that the EXCEL stff is praying for each of you as your pursue your dreams. Continue to pray for the strength, reputation, and influence of EXCEL in this industry. We need wisdom and strength to guide you. Thanks for your prayers!!

Click on comments below and tell us what you liked most about class and how you feel about your experience at EXCEL. We get a refreshing and encouragement from reading your comments. Don't forget to scroll down and read the post on Personal Evaluations below.

Can't wait to see you agin!! Love, Ms. Melissa

ATTENTION ALL AUGUST CAMP MODELS AND ACTORS!! PERSONAL EVALUATION DETAILS.

PERSONAL EVALUATIONS: READ ALL OF THIS POST AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY!!!

All students under 21 must be accompanied by a parent.

Please come dressed professionally for an interview. Anything that you feel great in that is not layered, ripped or covered in sayings or logos. Girls go light on the makeup and jewelry.
This is a private appointment with Melissa Moody. Please respect the opportunity of having one on one time with someone who has 35 years of experience in this industry. No other training center in this industry takes the time to do this so make the most of this opportunity as it will affect your future opportunities with acceptance into advanced level classes, agency auditions as well as consideration for NY, LA, and Paris. Follow directions and be on time!!!!

Print out this list and check off each item as you prepare for this interview.

ALL MODELS AND ACTORS:

1. Bring all handouts in a notebook.
2. Bring your CD given to you in class that has the handouts on it.
3. Bring a photo with your name on the back. (if you haven't already!)
4. Have all your tests and requested work out of your notebook and ready to hand me.
5. Bring deposit for photo sessions. (Last chance to do it the easy way!! Then you are on your own!!!)
6. Bring Advanced Class Registration along with Director?s Scholarship Application if you wish to be considered for Advanced Level Training and the Director?s Scholarship.
7. Bring a Sony mini DVD-RW for your video critique. Have it open with your name on it.

Additional assignments for Models:

Be prepared to do all turns and your tearoom.
Bring Completed Professional Etiquette Test.
Bring Completed Marketing Quiz.
Bring Completed Agency Quiz.
Bring ?Types of Modeling? Sheet
Bring Model Info Sheet, signed with five copies.
Bring signed Model Agreement.
Bring Photo File. See notes for detailed instructions.

Additional Assignments for Actors:

Bring all your scripts.
Bring typed copies of your scrip preps.
Bring one monologue that is no more than one minute long. Have it memorized and bring a typed copy of it and your script prep fort the monologue.
Be prepared to perform your commercial, soap, sitcom, and monologue for the camera. Don?t forget DVD!!!
Bring Completed Agency Quiz
Bring Completed Commercial Acting Quiz
Bring Completed Professional Etiquette Test.

Please call EXCEL at 227-4232 the day before and confirm your appointment. Thank you.

Model Image 1 Camp Personal Evaluations

Attention Student's in the PAST Model Image 1 Camp August 6-9  ONLY THOSE WHO HAVE NOT SET UP AN APPOINTMENT YET!!

Read Carefully!! Click on comments and sign up for a time. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR PHONE NUMBER AND A CORRECT EMAIL ADDRESS. PLEASE READ ALL COMMENTS TO MAKE SURE YOU ARE NOT SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT DURING SOMEONE ELSE'S!!!!!!!!!

Students under eighteen bring a parent!
Dress for an interview.

TEEN/ADULT MODELS BRING:
1. Bring notebook
2. Photo File File
3. Model Info Sheet, signed
4. Model Agreement, Signed
5. BRING A Mini DVD-RW if you want me to film your walk and
critique you.
6. Day Timer or Calendar to set up appointments
7. Professional Etiquette Quiz, completed
8. Marketing Quiz, completed
9. Types of Modeling Sheet, completed
10. Agency Quiz, completed
11. Photo Deposit for Portfolio Photo Session (optional)
12. Be prepared to do Tearoom
13. Be prepared to do all turns
14. Bring Advanced Class Registration: Take advantage of
PRIORITY REGISTRATION DISCOUNT $100 OFF any 2008
Class.
Bring advanced class flyers, payment agreements and
checks for payment plan to appointment to receive $100
off any 2008 class.


My available dates and times are listed below. Remember, once you claim your time by posting, it is as good as in my appointment book. There is no need for a confirmation phone call. If you plan on rescheduling, you can do so below as well. Please be on time and prepared- your personal evaluation will be a good indicator for a positive or negative referral for Agency representation as well as IMTA New York, Los Angeles or Paris!

Please choose a time, click on comments below and post your appointment time, name, class completed and email address. Be sure to read the posts above yours to make certain you are picking a time that has not already been chosen. Also, when posting, make certain you carefully key in your correct email address so we can contact you in the event we need to change your appointment.

Check your email before you come to your appointment in case I need to reschedule for any reason. I look forward to seeing all of you again!!


MELISSA'S APPOINTMENTS

Thursday, August 21, 2008

12:00
1:00
2:00
4:00
5:00 Katie Schone
6:00 Diamond
7:00 Dhalia Ashford

ON CAMERA WORK SHOP WITH BEN MOODY/ HOW TO BE AGENCY READY CLASS

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS!!! SATURDAY CAMP SCHEDULE:

10:00- 12:00 On Camera Workshop (Bring Photo Deposit)
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00 HOW TO BE AGENCY READY CLASS (Parents Must Attent)

ON CAMERA WORKSHOP WITH INTERNATIONAL AWARD WINNING PHOTOGRAPHER BEN MOODY!!!

Saturday morning at 10:00 am sharp Model Image I Camp students will be taught by Ben Moody of Ben Moody Photography Studios. It's a fun and informative class that will give you lots of info about photographic modeling opportunities. You will learn all about both Fashion and Commercial Print for the modeling students. Dress cute and come ready to show lots of energy and enthusiasm. Afterall, these are the qualities a photographer or client looks for in models and actors!

Each of you received a voucher for $100 off a Model's Fashion/Commercial shoot. To be eligible to set up an appointment to have your photographs done bring your $50 deposit to class next week and Ben's assistant will call you within five days to get a session scheduled.

Please note: Ben sets aside blocks of time to take care of photos for EXCEL students. He will be shooting current students until the end of September.

PLEASE READ the handout and voucher you received in class and bring your deposit on Saturday morning at 10:00.



Also....

HOW TO BE AGENCY READY CLASS: SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 1:00-2:30 (EXCEL Classroom)
All Students under 18 must have a parent attend ? Agency Class? at EXCEL in order to successfully complete the session.

It is also required to participate in the upcoming Fashion Shows so don?t miss this!!

Melissa Moody will be teaching all about Fittings, Rehearsals, Shows, Professional Etiquette, How to be Agency Ready, Local, Regional, National and International Opportunities, etc.

Click on comments below and confirm that you will be in class tomorrow and you will bring your photo deposit the number of guests that will be attending the agency class with you at 1:00. Please bring paper and pen and student notebook.
Look forward to seeing all the parents in class!!

WELCOME AUGUST MODELING CAMP STUDENTS!!!

Welcome to EXCEL!!! What a beautiful group you are!! We are so thrilled to be working with each of you. I had a great time getting acquainted with the group last night. I am looking forward to getting to know all of you better over the coming months.


I think you all did great in your first runway class. If you didn't pick everything up immediately---don't worry. We will go over and over all of it until you can sleepwalk on the runway!!

Don't forget to bring me a photo, bring a notebook and your handouts, and dinner money. Dinner break will be at 7:00 again.

Please click on comments below and tell me what you liked most about class so far so I can see who follows directions and who knows how to use this blog!! In the future it will be a valuable tool for you.

Thanks so much for sharing your lives with me. It is an honor to be teaching such an amazing group. God Bless you!! See you in class tonight.


Love, Ms. Melissa

"Every worthwhile accomplishment has a price tag attached to it. The question is always whether you are willing to pay the price to attain it--in hard work, sacrifice, patience, faith, and endurance." John C. Maxwell

"A year from now you may wish you had started today!" Anon

IMTA NEW YORK 2008 TEAM

CONGRATULATIONS TEAM

I could not be more proud!!!

Collectively our small team raked in almost 40 callbacks! And over 20 awards in the TOP 10 out of the hundreds that were in their individual divisions! I have no doubt in my mind that you all will be incredibly successful in all that you do as long as you do it as unto the Lord! I was so proud to hear that you guys went to more than just the agents you were requested by, and on your own. That proved to me that you really want this, which makes me want to work even harder for you. I can’t believe that I miss you guys already :~). I look forward to seeing you all at the “After Party”.

check your emails for info on the "After Party"

Junior MODEL Search

When: Saturday August 9th

Where: Dillards McCain Mall. Call 771-4100 for more info.

You will be judged on what you picked to wear and how you put it together.

Winner will receive a professional portfolio value to $500 and a $500 Shopping spree

SCHOOL DAYS @ DILLARDS Fashion Show

Juniors - Kids - Young Men

Saturday August 16th @ 2 pm at the McCain Mall Dillards

If you are interested in participating in this fashion show call Dillards directly. This is not for Excel. For Juniors and Young Men ask for Debby Brockmein and for kids ask for Beth Gilespie. The only number I have is 771-4100. Please post once you've called them and you ARE going to be participating

IMTA NEW YORK 2008 TEAM

CONGRATULATIONS TEAM

I could not be more proud!!!

I just have to say that I am so grateful to have had such a great team to venture out on my own with. This was my first team to do completely by myself in the huge city of New York and it could not have gone better! They caused me no drama (imagine that!). I don’t truly know if it went so well because there were only 8!, or if it was because their personalities just meshed so well with each other. What I do know is that all of the praying Excel did for this team (as we do for our teams every year) paid off! I believe that this team was divinely appointed by God and I am so grateful for His hand on Excel as a whole.

Collectively our small team raked in almost 40 callbacks! And over 20 awards in the TOP 10 out of the hundreds that were in their individual divisions! I have no doubt in my mind that you all will be incredibly successful in all that you do as long as you do it as unto the Lord! I was so proud to hear that you guys went to more than just the agents you were requested by, and on your own. That proved to me that you really want this, which makes me want to work even harder for you. I can’t believe that I miss you guys already :~). I look forward to seeing you all at the “After Party”.

check your emails for info on the "After Party"

CONFIRM YOUR SPOT IN FASHION SHOW

The following people have not confirmed for the fashion show THIS WEEKEND!:

*Lexi Tatera*

*Regan Stotts*

Ashley Roberts

*Christian Whitehead*

*Alivia Huffstickler*

Katie Estell

*Kandice Whitmire*

Kristie Thomas

*Adrienne Ackley*

Post below to confirm so you don’t get cut from the show.

ATTENTION ALL KIDS MODELING AND ACTING STUDENTS

Thursday night class will be held at 5pm for all parents. Parent’s will attend this class for very the informative How To Be Agency and Professional Etiquette taught by the Director of Excel, Melissa Moody.

Meanwhile the children will be attending the on camera workshop taught by Ben Moody.

All parents are asked to attend the agency class if they are at all interested in their children being represented by Excel International. Those of you interested in having a photo shoot done for your child bring your $50 deposit made out to Ben Moody Photography. Please check your email for handouts and bring them with you to class.
Please comment that you read this post

NEW LINE UP POSTED

THE NEW LINE UP HAS BEEN POSTED BELOW

The following changes have been made. Make sure those involved with changes post a comment to let us know you have received the message.

People Moved to different Stores:

Brittany Austin           – moved to Dillard’s Junior

Kristen Baker            – moved to In Vogue

Kristie Thomas          – moved to Millennium

Lyndsey Rauls           – moved from Amercian Eagle to Aeropostle (still in MerleNorman)

Shelby Overton          – moved from Amercian Eagle to Aeropostle

Those who now have two stores

Bo Hilger                 - Aeropostle             Xclusive Locker Room (Ian 913-0553)

Campbell Turner       - Aeropostle             Xclusive Locker Room  (Ian 913-0553)

UPDATED Fashion Show Line Up

Model Info Sheet

FALL FASHION SHOW LINE UP

ATTENTION STUDENTS!!!!.....

Here is the line up for the August 2nd show at McCain Mall. If you find your name please note the store, contact name and number and call then ASAP for a fitting.  NOTE*** If you are modeling for DILLARDS please notice the fitting dates that they have assigned. Then, please post that you have read, understood and have a fitting appointment.

Due to the number of kids that signed up for the show we were unable to place everyone. Do not take this personally. We have made note of this and those not chosen for this one will be first pick for our Spring show if you are available. Thank you for understanding.

Again, if you are in this show please post that you are good to go with a fitting and we'll see you at rehersal FRIDAY NIGHT August 1st at 7p.m. @ McCain Mall . Thanks guys!!  See you soon!!!

UPDATED Fashion Show Line Up

KIDS BEGINNING ACTING

For the kids acting class, we will be having a "movie night".
This is where we will watch the script they chose to put on
camera. They can come dressed in pajamas, or they can bring
them and change into them. Also, please send pillows or
sleeping bags. Please sign up for one of the following items.
Please remember to bring proper serving utensils for the cheese
dip and sweets. Parents that are bringing stuff for modeling, if it is easier for
you to just make extra of what you already sign up to bring that is fine.


CHEESE DIP/CHIPS: Amber

POPCORN:

SWEETS: Amelia

DRINKS: Allisynn

NAPKINS/CUPS: Jessica

KIDS MODEL IMAGE 1 DINNER PARTY

KIDS MODELING: Parents, please have your kids dress up, ie.
Girls in cute little dresses and the boys in dress pants
and shirt. This is going to be fun!!! Please prepare for at
least 12-15 people, this way we can make sure that there is
plenty. Please post a comment letting me know what you would
like to bring. Please pay attention to the other comments made by
parents, so you will know what other people have already signed up for.
I will check this in the afternoons and then post the comments
into the blog. This is a lot of fun and we are so excited!!!
BE ON TIME!!!! WE CAN NOT START ON TIME IF THE FOOD IS NOT HERE


Items needed:

Salad

Salad Dressings (would like 2 or 3 choices)-

Entres (3 people)

Vegetable/Fruit Tray- Shea

Drinks and ice- Allisynn

Desserts- (2 people) Amber and Amelia

Plates and plastic wear (forks, spoons, knives)

NEED MORE MALES AND FEMALE ADULTS FOR AUGUST BACK TO SCHOOL FASHION SHOW

If you are older than 18 (Both Male and Female) and want to participate in the Back to School Fashion Show at McCain Mall on August 2nd please sign up. Scroll down to the previous Back to School Fashion Show post below to find out more details on this show. But post a comment under this post with your information.

Call Summer or Brooke if you have any questions. 501-227-4232

FREE LAST MINUTE IMTA SEMINAR

There was such a high demand for information on the up and coming IMTA trips we had to schedule a last minute IMTA Seminar before I left for this summer’s IMTA trip. This FREE IMTA Seminar will be held next Thursday…

JULY 17, 2008 (a WEEK from TODAY)

@ 6:00 pm – 8:00pm

@ EXCEL

POST RIGHT NOW a comment below to reserve your spot for this meeting. Excel can only hold so many people so we need to know who all is coming with you as well! In order to reserve your spot for this seminar you will need to let us know IMMEDIATELY because of the high number of inquiry we have had just within the last month. This meeting will cover the IMTA trip entirely. Both New York and LA conventions. So come prepared to learn a lot.

AGAIN- POST BELOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT WITH HOW MANY YOU WILL BE BRINGING!

ATTENTION ALL PAST STUDENTS & CUSTOMERS OF BEN MOODY PHOTOGRAPHY

Ben Moody is currently cleaning out his files and making a "One Time Offer" to sell all negatives, slides, and CD/DVD's of all customers from 1990 to 2006. Normally a photographer never sells his/her negatives for they are property of the photographer but... in an effort to better serve his customers, Ben has decided to give you the opporitunity to purchase these items. The CD/DVD's contain all images shot plus all the edited images, compcards and print orders. Prices vary from $25 to $100 depending on how many shoots were done and how many CD/DVD's are in your file.

If you're interested please post your name and number and we'll give you a call once we've found your file. Or you can either call Ben at 501-228-4024 or Excel at 501-227-4232. If you know of anyone who may be interested but has not seen or heard this offer please spread the word.  Thanks a bunch!!!

FALL FASHION SHOW AT MCCAIN

IT'S THAT TIME!!!!

Saturday August 2nd at 2:00 pm at McCain Mall. All those who have taken a beginning level modeling class and are interested in participating please post the following info:

Name, age, size and class you've taken

Are you available that Saturday? Line up will be at 1:30. Please don't post until you are certain you are available. Once you've signed up, if you back out you can't be used in the next show.

Are you available for rehearsal Friday night August 1st from 7 - 9 pm at McCain Mall?

We will fill the show based on the merchant's request, (boys, girls, sizes, etc) So not everyone will be picked.  We will call you when we have a line up prepared to give you your store name and contact info so you can go for your fitting.  All you have to do is post your availability and requested information.

Thank you!!

ATTENTION ASPIRING YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHERS

Ben Moody Photography is looking for an intern for the summer.

Job description: office/studio work, photo assistant and more...

" Earn as you Learn"