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Commercial Technique, Level 1
About the Class
COMMERCIAL TECHNIQUE, LEVEL 1
Taught by working commercial actors, Commercial Technique, Level 1 focuses on giving you the skills needed to audition for Arizona agents and commercials, including cold reading, camera technique, improvisation and tools of the trade (headshots, resumes, types).
Open to adult students ages 18 and up. This class is required to participate in the Industry Showcase. If you wish to get an agent in Arizona, this class is a must as agents will have you audition with a commercial: the majority of the work in Arizona.
- 12 HOURS OF CLASS! 3-hour class once a week for 4 weeks.
- 12 student maximum
- Brief Vocal and physical warm-up every class
- Improv warm-up every class
- On Camera every class
- Prepared Read Commercial (TV) Scripts
- Handouts and Worksheets
- Individual Preparation Prior to class
- Video Playback
- Copy of footage provided after class concludes
The Details
SATURDAYS, Sept 13 - Oct 4, 2025
1-4 pm | $230*
Daisy Galvis, Coach
with Amanda Melby, and Wes Martinez
Minimum deposit of 1/2 of full tuition must be put down to secure spot in the class. Balance is due one week prior to first class.
* +$25 registration fee for new students.
Registration fee is non-refundable. Deposit is refundable, less credit card and processing fees (10%), up to one week prior to class start. No cancellations or refunds one week prior to class start.
Commercial Technique, Level 2
About the Class
COMMERCIAL TECHNIQUE, LEVEL 2
Level 2 builds on the skills from Level 1 covering more complicated and difficult scripts and filming situations to make you competitive in national and multi-market commercials. This class covers hitting your marks, working with products and food, The Business - including unions, rates, residuals, plus marketing material best practices and more.
Open to adult students ages 18 and up that have completed Level 1.
- 12 HOURS OF CLASS! 3-hour class once a week for 4 weeks.
- 12 student maximum
- Brief Vocal and physical warm-up every class
- Improv warm-up every class
- On Camera every class
- Prepared Read Commercial (TV) Scripts
- Handouts and Worksheets
- Individual Preparation Prior to class
- Video Playback
- Copy of footage provided after class concludes
The Details
SATURDAYS, Jun 7 - 28, 2025
1-4 pm | $230*
Daisy Galvis, Coach
with Amanda Melby, and Wes Martinez
#pre-requisites apply: Completion of L1 or SAG-AFTRA actor.
Minimum deposit of 1/2 of full tuition must be put down to secure spot in the class.
* +$25 registration fee for new students.
Registration fee is non-refundable. Deposit is refundable, less credit card and processing fees (10%), up to one week prior to class start. No cancellations or refunds one week prior to class start.
Advanced Commercial Workout
About the Class
A fast-paced workout for those who have already taken Verve’s commercials course(s) focusing on making bold choices with difficult copy. Inline with real auditions, Copy will be e-mailed 24-48 hours prior to the workout.
Open to adult students ages 18 and up that have taken Commercial Technique L1 or L2 previously.
- 3 HOURS OF CLASS! 3-hour class once a week for 1 week.
- 10 student maximum
- On Camera
- Prepared Read Commercial (TV) Scripts
- Individual Preparation Prior to class
- Video Playback
- Copy of footage provided after class concludes
This class is offered 3 times a year.
The Details
WEDNESDAY, Jul 30, 2025
6:30 - 9:30 pm | Amanda Melby, Head Coach | $75*
# Pre-requisites apply (Verve Commercial Level 1, SAG-AFTRA member, Permission or Audition)
Full tuition must be put down to secure spot in the class.
* +$25 registration fee for new students.
Registration fee is non-refundable. Deposit is refundable, less credit card and processing fees (10%), up to one week prior to class start. No cancellations or refunds one week prior to class start.
About Commercial Acting Classes
Commercial Acting, L1
Owner & Head Coach Amanda Melby talks about Commercial Acting, L1.
Advanced Commercial Workout
Amanda Melby talks about Verve's Advanced Commercial Workout.
