Sara Alves

Hello, I am a professional film director, editor, drama tutor, and casting director. I have been developing my skills for 10 years. I structure each lesson to your needs and expectations. All levels are welcome. The classes are non-judgmental, and it is a safe place to learn.

These are the areas of experience that I can provide private tutoring:

Drama - Script breakdown, Self-Taping, Acting Theory (Stanislavsky, Meisner Technique, Tchekov...), Casting Process, Monologues/Duologues, Improvisation, Exploration of Characters, Intentions in the Scene, Scene Study, Audition Preparation, Movement, Self-Confidence build, Voiceover Work.

Casting Directing - Helping Casting Directors who are starting their careers in the area and would like to know the best platforms to search for actors in the UK/US and the best tools to find the right cast for your project.

Coaching/ Mentorship - Soft Skills, Networking Skills, Recruitment tips, CV and cover letter checks. Resilience and Self-Confidence. Advise for newcomers, students, returners and expats coming to the UK to work.

Film & Audiovisual Classes - Videographer/ Filmmaking workshops, Post-Production in Film, Commercials, Documentaries and Online and Social Media content. Directing Workshops and Casting Director Workshop.

Education
Acting - RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art)
Acting - Actors Studios (Pinewood Studios)
MA Filmmaking: Directing - MetFilm School
Acting Foundation - ACT Portugal
Post-Production in Film and TV Diploma - RESTART
MA in Media (Thesis in Documentary Filmmaking) - Erasmus University
BA in Communication, Minor in Cinema - Universidade Nova Lisbon


Certificates:
DBS enhanced
Safety in Production Certificate
Health & Safety Certificate
Risk in Production Certificate
Tackling Bullying and Harassment Certificate
Mental Health Awareness at Work Certificate
Addressing Unconscious Bias: Awareness in the WorkPlace


Training
COVID Awareness Production Training
RED Camera Training
Adobe Premiere Training
Adobe After Effects Training
DaVinci Resolve Training
HETV virtual production intro sessions