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24-Carat Commercials for Kids : Everything Kids Need to Know to Break into Commercials
24-Carat Commercials for Everything Kids Need To Know to Break into Commercials, written by Chambers Stevens, Los Angeles' #1 kids acting coach, is packed with detailed descriptions of just what kids must do to win a career in commercials. This includes basic requirements for training + preparation, presentation materials such as resumes for beginners/pros (with examples) and photos (with examples), instructions for obtaining a work permit and 101 commercials for practice. Interviews are presented with three Hollywood commercial industry heavyweights - a casting director, an agent and a commercial director- discussing current industry requirements for young actors. Also Chambers' commercial audition Do's and Don'ts, a glossary of industry terms, a chapter on how to get an agent, names and addresses of top commercial agencies for young actors within active industry regions around the US, storyboard example and an index. The book is written for children to read and understand. The incorporated commercials require a minimum of props and work in impromptu settings. Great for classroom, variety talent shows, parties, competitions, and ultimately, auditions.
89 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 1999
About the author
Chambers Stevens
14 books135 followersEmmy Nominee Chambers Stevens has ten books in print. His Hollywood 101 series is published by Sandcastle Publishing. In the last eight years, Chambers has toured the country, doing workshops for over 100,000 actors across forty states. The playwright is a member of Dramatists Guild of America, Inc.
When at home, Chambers is one of Los Angeles’ top acting coaches. Actors he has coached have appeared on Nickelodeon, The Disney Channel, CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, plus countless films, theatre productions, including Broadway shows, commercials, and videogames. Chambers is a graduate of The Conservatory of Theater Arts at Webster University & the founder of The Nashville Shakespeare Festival now in its 25th year.
As a television actor, Chambers has appeared in over fifty commercials and many television show.. He’s starred in The Steve Spots, which received six Emmys and a George Peabody Award, Funnybones, which received an Emmy for “Outstanding Children’s Program”, and Geoscout, for which he received a personal Emmy nomination as “Outstanding Actor in a Children’s Series.”
As a theater actor, Chambers has performed in over a hundred theater productions. He is the recipient of the Geoffrey Award for his portrayal of Drew in Eastern Standard. He also received the prestigious Backstage Garland Award for his one-man show Desperate for Magic.
As a playwright, he has won both the Ingram Fellowship and the Tennessee Arts Commission Individual Artist Award. Chambers latest play Twain and Shaw Do Lunch has already won numerous national awards including the Long Beach Playhouse Award for Best New Play as well as Best Comedy from The Palm Spring Int'l Playwriting Contest. It received it’s world premiere at the prestigious New Theatre in Florida. Chambers lives in Hollywood. He’s married to Betsy Sullenger, who produces the Disney hit series Liv & Maddie. They have a 6-year-old son, Twain. Twain and Chambers are attempting to play in all 450 parks in Los Angeles Country. You can read about their adventures at the tumbler site: Raising Twain.
When at home, Chambers is one of Los Angeles’ top acting coaches. Actors he has coached have appeared on Nickelodeon, The Disney Channel, CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, plus countless films, theatre productions, including Broadway shows, commercials, and videogames. Chambers is a graduate of The Conservatory of Theater Arts at Webster University & the founder of The Nashville Shakespeare Festival now in its 25th year.
As a television actor, Chambers has appeared in over fifty commercials and many television show.. He’s starred in The Steve Spots, which received six Emmys and a George Peabody Award, Funnybones, which received an Emmy for “Outstanding Children’s Program”, and Geoscout, for which he received a personal Emmy nomination as “Outstanding Actor in a Children’s Series.”
As a theater actor, Chambers has performed in over a hundred theater productions. He is the recipient of the Geoffrey Award for his portrayal of Drew in Eastern Standard. He also received the prestigious Backstage Garland Award for his one-man show Desperate for Magic.
As a playwright, he has won both the Ingram Fellowship and the Tennessee Arts Commission Individual Artist Award. Chambers latest play Twain and Shaw Do Lunch has already won numerous national awards including the Long Beach Playhouse Award for Best New Play as well as Best Comedy from The Palm Spring Int'l Playwriting Contest. It received it’s world premiere at the prestigious New Theatre in Florida. Chambers lives in Hollywood. He’s married to Betsy Sullenger, who produces the Disney hit series Liv & Maddie. They have a 6-year-old son, Twain. Twain and Chambers are attempting to play in all 450 parks in Los Angeles Country. You can read about their adventures at the tumbler site: Raising Twain.
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August 20, 2013
Our first experience with Chambers was at a seminar where he was teaching commercial techniques for children. I sat riveted as this person on stage opened my eyes to the work necessary for children to succeed in the acting profession. His energy was infectious and his insight invaluable. By the end of the hour I knew that I had only heard a tiny portion of the wisdom he could offer.
That's when I hit the internet and looked for anything written by this genius in the child acting field.
I bought every book I could find. I read them myself. I read them again because I wanted to absorb every nugget. Then I read them with my kids. And then we practiced. And practiced.
My son booked a national ad campaign a few months ago and I credit his success to the knowledge gained from Chambers Stevens. If you are planning to let your child try their hand at acting all of Chambers' books are a must read.
That's when I hit the internet and looked for anything written by this genius in the child acting field.
I bought every book I could find. I read them myself. I read them again because I wanted to absorb every nugget. Then I read them with my kids. And then we practiced. And practiced.
My son booked a national ad campaign a few months ago and I credit his success to the knowledge gained from Chambers Stevens. If you are planning to let your child try their hand at acting all of Chambers' books are a must read.
July 28, 2013
This is clearly another of Chambers Stevens excellent resources for any child wanting to make it in the business. No not ever child wants to or is meant to be an actor, but this is the book to do it with. If you child had the inclination and some drive to do it. This book can help get them where they want to be. Excellent materiel to work on and excellent advice that as the mom of a working actress I can say you really need to pay heed to. 24-Carat Commercials for Kids: Everything Kids Need to Know to Break into Commercials! really delivers!
July 27, 2013
We have several of Chambers' books for kids and teens and highly recommend them to young actors everywhere. All three of my kids enjoy acting and Chambers' books are full of top notch scenes, monologues and commercials that are fun to perform and never get boring! We have also really appreciated the industry information in each book. It is a valuable resource for parents with serious young actors who want to pursue show biz in Hollywood! Each of the books have tons of great material-you can't go wrong with any of them!Chambers Stevens
July 27, 2013
If your child is dreaming of being in commercials or is constantly performing for you and family it's time to check things out; don't do anything before reading this book and Chambers Stevens other books! It will save you and you child both money and heartache. If your going to jump into the entertainment business take advice from someone that knows the ins and outs. From monologues to how to break into the business. This book has it and its so economical you can't beat it.
July 27, 2013
If you have a child -- or are a kid -- who wants to work in television commercials, this is a fantastic resource of what you need to know, written by someone who knows what they're talking about. Real tips and powerful advice will improve your understanding of what casting directors are looking for, and how to nail your audition. A must-read!
July 30, 2013
Another great read of Chambers Stevens. If you're a young actor looking to get into this business, look no further. The advice and tips of Chambers' books are the cream of the crop.
August 7, 2013
This book contains excellent advice from someone who has been in the business and has knowledge and experience about what he is talking about. Chambers definitely will not steer you wrong and offers very valuable first-hand insight on a subject that is often difficult to become educated on.
July 12, 2013
this book is so helpful if you want to get into commercials
July 12, 2013
These commercials are so helpful.
July 12, 2013
This really is all you need to know to break into commercials! There are so many helpful things in this book and some excellent commercials!
July 12, 2013
This is a great book for commercial work!
August 6, 2013
The commercials are original and entertaining. And the advice is exceptional.
August 19, 2013
Loved it! Great material. Used often by my daughter.
August 21, 2013
An Excellent book to read and learn, everything a kid would need to know and more! Simple as that!
July 12, 2013
This is great if you want to get into commercials.
July 19, 2013
I recommend this book as well as any of the other books that Chamber Stevens has written to assist young actors in honing their craft. My son Taylor Luke has been reading, memorizing and performing monologues from these books for 4 1/2 years. He continues to revisit the books as needed for audition prep as well as practice. Taylor has received many roles in independent Texas films over the last 3 years and I truly believe the books have helped my son grow in his profession.
September 20, 2013
Chambers knows youth and knows the business. His books are probably one of the best tools any young aspiring actor/actress can get. I highly recommend them all! I have had the pleasure of meeting him when he worked with my daughter, and I must say he is amazing at what he does. Why get tools/books written by anyone but the best, and Chambers is the best.
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