Who We Are
We transform aspiring actors into confident performers ready to conquer the worlds of commercials, television, and film.
Our program is meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive and immersive experience that hones the skills necessary for long term success in front of the camera.
What We’re About
Our only goal is to help you get better at acting and achieve your dreams.
Every class you get invaluable time with a professional working actor in front of the lights, camera and “crew.”
We replicate what it feels like to be on a professional set.
Students engage in current auditions that are casting and filming in Calgary as well as on-camera rehearsals, and simulated auditions to build confidence and gain experience.
PAUL BALLIN | OWNER & COACH
Paul started the academy with close to 20 years of on-set experience from Los Angeles, Toronto, Vancouver and Edmonton. His experience started with print ads and music videos with recording artists such as Chris Brown, Mary J. Blige, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross and Nas. Following print ads and music videos in Los Angeles, Paul starred in National Television Commercials in the U.S and Canada for brands such as Pizza Pops, Nissan, Boeing and Corona. Paul has appeared in HALLMARK Christmas movies, television shows on ABC, HULU, FOX and most recently, the hit TV Series The Boys on Amazon Prime. Paul is a proud member of ACTRA, the Alliance of Cinema, Television and Radio Artists.
With over 6 years of experience living and working in Los Angeles, California, Paul brings unparalleled experience to Airdrie from the epicenter of entertainment. Paul also had the unique experience of working as a Casting Assistant in Hollywood to reputable Casting Directors. Paul will teach his students the “ins and outs” of how the film industry actually works and strives to help them achieve their dreams, big or small!
Having been a student in countless acting schools and academies in Los Angeles and Toronto, Paul will teach students exactly what they need to know (leaving out all the nonsense) and help find their individual unique approaches to the craft of acting.
Paul believes in a supportive and encouraging class where students can be themselves and explore their creativity confidently.
Paul’s goal as a Director of the academy is to help students successfully break into the entertainment industry, all the while learning a new craft, promoting self-improvement and goal-setting as the major foundations of each class.
“Leap and the net will appear!”
JADEN NEFF | 1ST ASSISTANT COACH
Jaden is a lifelong artist with experience ranging from graphic design, pyrography, tattooing and acting!
Jaden has helped Paul film countless auditions (into the 100s!) and even helped him book roles on Amazons ‘The Boys’ and most recently a fun National Commercial for Pizza Pops. Needless to say, Jaden has hours of experience behind the camera and directing auditions.
Jaden is the Organizer in Chief and assists Paul with directing and filming the Kids and Teens Classes! She loves being a mentor and positive influence on all the actors.
Even though our class sizes are small, we love giving as much individual attention as possible and feel that we can accomplish this better with two coaches as opposed to one.