Episode 98 - Coaching Actors for Success In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, host Jaclyn Whitt interviews actor and coach John Goad. They discuss challenges for actors within the industry. John emphasizes the importance of praying for guidance, getting proper training, and creating content to develop one’s skills. They touch upon various aspects of the acting journey, including the necessity of investing time and money, understanding one's unique path, and the significant roles of perseverance and passion. John also explains his distinctive approach to teaching acting, focusing on emotional expression, imagination, and his approach to  memorizing lines.Highlights Include:Pray About itThe Importance of TrainingCreating Your Own ContentInvesting in Your CareerYour Path to ActingThe Role of Passion and PerseveranceJohn's Teaching PhilosophyActing Techniques and MemorizationBio:John Goad is an actor, voice actor, and actor coach with over 35 years experience in theater, film, television, commercials, and audiobooks. He's received training from the likes of Harold Guskin and Tom Todorov, among others. John is now a much sought-after coach for actors himself, being featured at ICFF and other Film Conferences.  He focuses his talents solely on the faith based industry currently. Look for him as Bebe in the upcoming feature film ‘Casting Nets’ John lives in Houston, Texas, and is the proud father of eight children. He serves his church as an integral part of their media ministry.Email John: johnegoadjr@gmail.comCall or Text: 713-578-0897Content Christian Media Conference 1-Day Event https://www.christianmediaconference.com/content1day-programThe Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers,  talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association Support Faith & Family Filmmakers Our mission is to help filmmakers who share a Christian Worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. If you would like to assist with the costs of producing this podcast, you can help by leaving a tip.Get Email Notifications Enter the Faith & Family Screenwriting Awards festival Faith and Family Screenwriting Academy: https://www.faffassociation.com/Script Notes and Coaching: https://www.faffassociation.com/script-servicesCopyright 2024 Ivan Ann Productions