our approach
At The Actor’s Ink Studio, training is intentional and rooted in trust. Every artist’s journey is different, so the work is structured, thoughtful, and responsive to where you are and where you want to go. Discipline and curiosity live side by side here — clear expectations balanced with creative freedom. Through collaboration, honest feedback, and purposeful practice, artists build not only stronger craft, but lasting confidence.
We believe great acting lives at the intersection of
craft, clarity, & courage.
The Actor’s Ink Studio is built on 3 pillars:
Technique — understanding the tools of the actor and how to use them with precision.
Text & Character — developing deep, thoughtful connections to story, language, and intention.
Truthful Performance — showing up fully, bravely, and honestly in the work.
Progress doesn’t come from shortcuts or gimmicks. It comes from consistent practice, meaningful exploration, and a willingness to fail forward. Artists are challenged to think critically, take creative risks, and grow with purpose—on stage, in the audition room, and beyond.
in-person classes & coaching
Private Acting Coaching
Individualized coaching for actors who want to strengthen their craft—not simply prepare one audition.
We'll work on character, text, intention, truthful performance, and making bold, specific choices. Most actors begin with a four-session package so we have time to explore, practice, adjust, and actually build something rather than chase a quick fix.
Bring the role you're working on. Bring the thing that's frustrating you. Bring the choice you're afraid might not work.
We'll figure it out in the room.
Rate:
$100 per 50-minute session
Minimum: 4-session package (flexibly scheduled at your convenience)
Mileage: $0.50 per mile if I come to you
One & Done:
Audition or Callback Prep
Sometimes you don't need four sessions. You need help with the audition that's happening Thursday.
Bring your sides, monologue, song, or callback material and we'll use one focused session to get underneath the text, sharpen your choices, work through trouble spots, and make sure you're walking into the room prepared to do your work.
No gimmicks. No formula for “what casting wants.”
Just clear choices, solid preparation, and you doing your best work.
Rate:
$125 for 50 minutes or $185 for 75 minutes
Mileage: $0.50 per mile if I come to you
Audition Techniques Workshop: Stand Out from the Start
Auditioning is its own skill—and it can be learned.
This workshop explores what happens from the moment you walk into the room: preparation, material selection, slating, cold reads, making adjustments, handling nerves, and recovering when something doesn't go exactly as planned.
Because a great audition isn't about proving you deserve the role.
It's about showing them what you can do with it.
Rate:
$150 per person for the 60 minute workshop
Next Scheduled Workshop:
Upcoming workshops are scheduled throughout the year. Contact me for the next available date.
Testimonials
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Polly Chapman
“Jere is a kind, caring, intuitive director and a gentle coach for an actor. He doesn’t tell you what to do. He tells you what to think about, what to question, and what to try to understand better—and in my mind, that’s the very best kind of director. He leads; he doesn’t command. I would strongly recommend working with Jere to anyone who wants to understand acting better and have a joyous experience in the theatre.”
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Emily Noxon
“Jere excels at teaching techniques and then giving you the opportunity to practice them. He helps you understand a character from several different perspectives and asks questions that help you discover who your character is—not just what’s in the script.”
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Kathleen Richards
“One of my favorite things about working with Jere is the tremendous trust he creates. You know you can play; you know you can fall; and he’ll be right there to catch you—with a smile, a laugh, and a suggestion for how to make it better. That trust makes the experience truly joyful.”
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Alice Johnson
“Jere puts his heart and soul into teaching. He not only understands acting; he understands people and how to help you grow. The confidence I’ve gained in myself as I continue to audition and perform has been invaluable.”
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Dave Ray
“One of the reasons I love working with Jere is that his rehearsals are a safe space where you’re not afraid to fail. As an actor, you’re going to make amazing choices, terrible choices, and weird choices—and often you don’t get to the great choices until you’ve made the terrible ones. Jere creates a space where you feel safe enough to lay it all out there, and that makes the work exciting.”
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Kami Tierce
“Jere asks the important character questions, creates a safe space for actors to try anything, and supports the relationships that make a story interesting. I felt more confident to experiment and push myself in ways I hadn’t before. His guidance has made me a better actor and provided me with some of my most rewarding acting experiences.”
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Sydney Crandall
“Jere has a keen understanding of the nuances of acting, and his insights consistently elevated my performance. He has an uncanny ability to pinpoint areas for improvement and provide constructive feedback with genuine care for your growth. Having him as your teacher might just be the breakthrough you need to become a believable performer. It was for me.”
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Anna Adams
“Working with Jere has been one of the most impactful experiences in my acting journey. He didn’t just help me grow as an actress—he helped me discover why I act. His approach pushed me to dig deeper into my intentions and connect more honestly with each role. He created a space where I felt both seen and truly challenged, and helped shape the performer I am today.”