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Acting Headshot Academy 

Learn the proven, step-by-step system actors use to feel confident, expressive, and authentic in front of the camera

An actor-friendly way to show up relaxed and expressive.

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Acting Headshot Academy

Learn the proven, step-by-step system actors use to feel confident, expressive, and authentic in front of the camera
 
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Join 100+ actors inside the Academy!

What You’ll Learn

✅ What to do and when so you walk into your shoot calm, clear, and ready

✅ How to avoid "dead eyes" and unlock authentic, alive expressions that casting directors connect with

✅ How to go from feeling awkward to confident in front of the camera — even if you hate headshots

✅ How to get photos that look like YOU—and actually move your career forward

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Course Lessons

  1. Course Introduction

    2 lessons
    1. Welcome to the Course
    2. What to Expect

  2. Pre-Shoot Preparation

    5 lessons
    1. Shifting Your Mindset
    2. Your Headshot Story Framework
    3. Choosing Your Headshot Clothing
    4. Final Preparation
    5. Pre-Shoot Preparation Quiz

  3. How to Navigate Your Shoot

    5 lessons
    1. Communicating Headshot Goals
    2. Discussing Your Clothing Looks
    3. Collaborating with the Photographer
    4. Managing Your Energy
    5. Navigating Your Shoot Quiz

  4. In Front of The Camera

    7 lessons
    1. Facial Awareness
    2. Connecting with the Camera
    3. Creating Momentum
    4. Posing & Positions - Standing
    5. Posing & Positions - Sitting
    6. Trusting Your Instincts
    7. In Front of The Camera Quiz

  5. Conclusion

    1 lesson
    1. Final Thoughts

  6. Bonuses

    8 lessons

    1. Mini-Course: Beyond The Shoot

      1. Choosing Your Final Headshots
      2. Editing Your Headshots
      3. Cropping & Email Signature
      4. When to Get New Headshots

    2. Masterclass

      1. Headshot FAQ: 17 Key Insights

    3. The Actor's Wardrobe Vault

      1. The Actor's Wardrobe Vault

    4. The 4 Headshot Essentials From Casting

      1. The 4 Headshot Essentials

    5. The Agent Kickstart Kit

      1. The Agent Kickstart Kit
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Real Results Actors Are Getting Inside the Academy

Check out how these actors went from feeling awkward to confident

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Renée Stork , Actor

"I used to feel very anxious and apprehensive about the photos not coming out well and losing a lot of money. After completing the course, I felt prepared and excited with well thought out wardrobe choices, an understanding of what to do in front of the camera, and literally a new mindset that helped me believe in myself."

 

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 Patricio Ovando, Actor

"I used to think headshots were just about posing and smiling. This course completely changed that. Through the lessons and helpful exercises, I quickly learned how to approach headshots and trust my instincts. It felt like a mentorship. Now, I have a strong grasp on the details that make headshots not just effective, but fun."

 

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Anna Caccavaro, Actor

“I used to feel overwhelmed by headshots, but this course changed all that. The framework helped me nail down exactly what I wanted, and with theme lists and mood boards, I felt super confident in my wardrobe choices. I finally have real tools to make headshots easier."

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Tracy Shayne, Actor

“Headshot sessions always felt nerve-racking. This course helped me let go of fear and actually BELIEVE IN MYSELF. The section on finding a point of view was a game-changer — now headshots feel fun and joyful!"

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Unlock Even More Results with the Academy Bonus Pack — Yours Free When You Enroll ($336 Value)

 

These tools go hand-in-hand with the Academy to eliminate guesswork, fast-track your career moves, and give you the clarity most actors spend years searching for.

Beyond The Shoot Course

$100 value Free

Learn exactly what to do after your session so you keep the momentum going.

Headshot FAQ Masterclass  

$45 value Free

Fast answers to the questions actors actually stress over before a shoot.

The Actor's Wardrobe Vault

$47 value Free

100+ curated clothing looks from hit TV shows—so you can skip the stress and instantly know what works for your wardrobe.

The 4 Headshot Essentials From Top Casting Directors

$47 value Free

The four things casting always looks for in headshots and the mistakes that get you ignored.

The Agent Kickstart Kit

$97 value Free

Checklists, templates, outreach emails, and a simple tracker to confidently land new representation.

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Everything You Get Inside:

 
Core Training ($376 value)

  • The complete Acting Headshot Academy online course

  • 17 step-by-step video lessons

  • Frameworks for wardrobe, posing, and authentic expressions

  • Behind-the-scenes looks at real headshot sessions

  • 30-page workbook + downloadable PDF guides

  • Certificate of Completion

  • 24/7 Access + Email Support

 

 

All 5 bonuses included free ($336 value): 

  • Bonus #1: Beyond the Shoot Mini-Course

  • Bonus #2: Headshot FAQ Masterclass

  • Bonus #3: Actor’s Wardrobe Vault (100+ curated looks)

  • Bonus #4: 4 Headshot Essentials from Top Casting Directors

  • Bonus #5: Agent Kickstart Kit

 

Total Value: $712

Price: $247

Your Price: $147

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👋 MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR!

Hey!

I’m Ted Ely, a headshot photographer and former actor. For more than 15 years, I’ve worked with thousands of actors in NYC and LA, helping them capture authentic, career-building images.

I created The Acting Headshot Academy to give you the same tools and techniques I use with the actors I work with every day — so you can feel confident, prepared, and authentic every time you step in front of the camera.

 

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