Hi! I'm Nadia, a working actor, filmmaker, and coach based in Los Angeles. I love helping students build confidence through practical skills, whether that means preparing for an audition, learning Final Cut Pro, developing a screenplay, or growing as a performer.
I currently work at a busy self-tape studio in Hollywood, where I spend my days coaching actors through auditions, reading scenes, directing performances, editing self tapes in Final Cut Pro, and helping performers submit work...
Hi! I'm Nadia, a working actor, filmmaker, and coach based in Los Angeles. I love helping students build confidence through practical skills, whether that means preparing for an audition, learning Final Cut Pro, developing a screenplay, or growing as a performer.
I currently work at a busy self-tape studio in Hollywood, where I spend my days coaching actors through auditions, reading scenes, directing performances, editing self tapes in Final Cut Pro, and helping performers submit work they feel proud of. Working with actors every day has given me a deep understanding of the audition process, storytelling, and the technical side of creating professional self tapes.
Outside the studio, I'm an independent filmmaker and the co-writer and producer of the proof-of-concept short film Crystal Visions. My work has given me experience across every stage of filmmaking- from writing and producing to editing, performance, and navigating the independent film festival circuit. Because I work both in front of and behind the camera, I enjoy helping students understand not just the technical skills, but the creative thinking that brings great work to life.
My background also includes eight years as a certified personal trainer and group fitness coach, where I discovered another passion: helping people develop confidence through patient, encouraging instruction. Whether I'm coaching an actor, teaching editing, or helping someone learn a new skill, my approach is the same. I believe people learn best when they feel supported, challenged, and genuinely excited to improve.
I know what it's like to be a beginner, to feel overwhelmed, and to wonder whether you're "good enough." My goal is to create a welcoming environment where questions are encouraged, progress is celebrated, and every lesson leaves you feeling more capable than when you arrived.
I'd love to help you reach your goals. Feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to working with you!