Shoot a Stunning Showreel
And Master Screen Acting
(Without spending a fortune)
Create your best screen performance under expert guidance.
Capture it in the highest quality Motion Picture Studio.
FINAL INTAKE FOR 2026 - STARTS MAY 12TH - SELLING FAST
When
Tuesday Evening Classes 6-9pm for 8 weeks
Next intake: Starts Tuesday 12th May 2026
Where
JJ Splice Films, Surry Hills
3-minutes walk from Sydney's Central Station
Price
$87 per week for 12 weeks
= $1094 total
Create Professional Quality Showreel scene that you can use to get an agent or book more acting work
Learn screen acting techniques from an Internationally Acclaimed Director & Actor
Work with high-end tools of cinema - and experience a professional film set environment
The Highest-Quality Showreel Course in Australia
Go beyond the basics to immerse you in the real craft of Screen Acting.
Step into a state-of-the-art Professional Production Studio and work with an Award-Winning Film Director who will nurture you to create your best possible work on screen.
You'll gain an in-depth understanding of the technical intricacies of acting for the Big Screen and you'll shoot a Showreel that can help you book high-quality work in film and TV.
You will:
- Discover how camera lenses can transform your performance,
- Master the nuances of working under cinematic lighting
- Learn to anticipate film editing and how it shapes your performance
- Perfect your skills in performance continuity and blocking.
- Learn advanced techniques for script interpretation and preparation.
Transform into the actor every director dreams of - a true collaborator armed with experience and knowledge to deliver outstanding work in every take.
Create a Showreel that truely represents your best work and makes Casting Directors and Agents sit up and take notice.
HURRY - Places are strictly limited due to small class sizes.
Recent Showreel Launchpad Work
Location:
JJ Splice Films
56 Buckingham St,
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
(3-minutes walk from Central Station)
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HURRY - there are only 8 places in total and they're selling fast.
Meet the Course Teacher
Dean Francis
Dean Francis is an award-winning Actor, Director and Cinematographer with over 25 years of experience across film, television and commercial production.
His films — including the upcoming theatrical release Body Blow (2026), Lonesome (2022), Drown (2015) and Road Train (2011) — have screened at hundreds of international festivals and been seen by millions of viewers worldwide.
He has received AACTA nominations for Best Independent Film (2022) and Best Short Film (2023), and has won dozens of awards across Directing, Cinematography and Acting.
Dean has directed music videos for major labels and commercials for clients including NSW Health, Merivale, eBay and Uber, bringing a broad industry perspective that spans creative and commercial production.
As a teacher, Dean has worked with some of Australia's most respected screen and performance institutions — NIDA, AFTRS, Screenwise, AFTT, SAE and JMC.
He is also the Founder and CEO of JJ Splice Showreels, Australia's oldest and most trusted dedicated showreel studio, which has helped thousands of actors present their best work to the industry since 2012.
When you train with Dean, you're learning from someone who has sat on both sides of the camera — and built a career helping actors get seen.
What Actors Say
"Dean is an amazing tutor and he really explained everything in a way that everyone would understand" Sophie Wangari
"Great environment, professional, good energy, friendly relaxed and safe space to express, learn and grow. Definitely very valuable!" Jony Teperski
"I really enjoyed learning about the subtext and practicing it the way we did. I found some things that I really think I can work on. Learnt plenty of new information and Dean did a great job. Was so much fun getting behind the camera and getting to review our work!" - Talon Hopper
"Excellent step by step instruction. Insightful and honest feedback from instructor. Learning many valuable technical details regarding acting on-screen and how big or small a performance should be"
Dwayne Lawler
"I think it’s great for actors to understand the tech side. For those who haven’t been on set you could really see they were learning & taking it all in. Your equipment is fab. It’s great in a class setting to be working with such good equipment. I mean let’s face it, usually it’s a dodgy camera & some old chairs!" Penelope Morgan
"I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in learning and growing and coming out with a kick-ass Showreel!" Ruben Hadges
FAQ
Where is the course held?
The course is held at JJ Splice Films, 56 Buckingham Street, Surry Hills.
JJ Splice is a 3-minute walk from Central Station where you can access trains, busses and light rails.
There is free street parking on Buckingham Street after 5:30pm, but we suggest you allow extra time to find a parking space if you are driving.
What do I get after completing the course ?
You get a professional produced, broadcast quality Showreel Scene.
AND after each class you receive workshop footage - which is live edited in class and great for you to use as a reference for your progress in the course.
What is the maximum class size in the course?
The maximum class size is 8 actors.
How can I pay for the course?
When you enrol in the course, you pay a deposit of just $49.95. This fee is fully refundable during your Intake Interview if you decided not to proceed.
After your Intake Interview when your enrolment is confirmed, you'll be charged $87 per week until your enrolment fee has been covered.
If you prefer, you can pay the full enrolment fee up front.
What payment methods can I use to pay for the course?
We accept credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express), Apple Pay and AfterPay.
On request, we can also accept cash or direct bank deposit.
What if I enrol and then change my mind?
If, after taking your Intake Interview with the teacher, you decide that the course is not for you, simply contact us within 24 hours of the Interview and you will receive a full refund.
After 24 hours have passed since your Intake Interview, your deposit is non-refundable.
Are there any age restrictions?
All participants need to be over 18 years of age.
Is wheelchair access available?
Unfortunately, at the moment, the Basement Studio is not wheelchair accessible and students do need to be able to use the stairs. We are working on a wheelchair accessible option for future intakes.
How is my Showreel Scene chosen in the course?
When you enrol, you have a consultation meeting with the teacher where you discuss the sort of scene you are interested in filming for your Showreel.
The teacher will then cast you in a scene that will show you in the best possible light, and also challenge you.
In the unlikely event that you do not want to perform the scene you are cast in then you are welcome to contact the teacher and discuss alternative options for scenes.
When will I get my script for the course?
You will receive your script for the course one week before the course begins.
Can I choose my own Scene Partner in the course?
In the course, you’ll be working with another course participant as your Scene Partner. If you really want to work with a specific person, encourage them to enrol in the course and you can then work together as Scene Partners.
What preparation do I need to do before the first week of the course?
Before the course, we recommend that you study the screenplay and begin learning your lines. The more grasp you have of the dialogue, the easier it is to rehearse and shoot your scene.
What equipment will we be using in the course?
In the course you will be working with RED Digital Cinema Cameras, the same system that is used to shoot Oscar-Winning motion pictures.
We will also work with wireless lapel microphones and professional studio lighting, which will ensure your Showreel scene looks professional and cinematic. During the multi-cam shoot, we work with two cameras (one for each actor) and we switch live between both actors.
What happens after the course?
On completion of the course, you will have one high-quality Showreel scene which you can use to show to anyone in the industry to increase the amount of work you’re booking.
However, many actors have more than one scene on their Showreel and so you may want to shoot more content.
So when you finish the course, you'll be offered the chance to shoot more scenes at JJ Splice.
By doing the Showreel Launchpad Course you become part of the JJ Splice family and we will be here to support your career development.
What if I have more questions?
For any additional questions, please contact us here.
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