MFA Professional Actor and Coach: Cody Sloan

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Introduction: Hi there! I am a classically trained, SAG/AEA actor and acting and public speaking coach. I received my MFA in Acting from UCSD, at the La Jolla Playhouse. This highly respected and selective program takes only 8 acting students each year. At UCSD, I received the San Diego Fellowship. I have worked professionally in theater, commercials, and film since 2016. As an actor, I made my Off-Broadway debut in the 2022 Drama Desk Award winning production of "Seven Deadly Sins," working alongside Tony, Emmy, and Drama Desk award nominated director Moises Kaufman, in one of the first in-person productions in NY after the COVID-19 lock downs. I recently worked with Tony Award winning director, Chris Ashley, and Will Davis in As You Like It at the La Jolla Playhouse. I continue to work across regional theater, voice over, and film. Most recently, I appeared in Amazon's Selah and the Spades, working opposite Jesse Williams. As a teacher, I spent 3 years teaching undergraduates at UCSD, in both acting and public speaking. I LOVE coaching students one on one, and have continued to meet with a huge range of clients in private coaching. I have worked with high schoolers on BFA auditions, college students on voice over and auditions, all the way up to professionals on public speaking, poetry reading, and professional communication! I am 100% invested in my students success. I believe in leading with kindness, joy, and openness. All lessons are completely tailored to what you want. Do you need help with auditions? Applying to a BFA or MFA program? Do you want to focus on Shakespeare. You let me know what you need, and we can get to work! Things I can help you with: -Gaining confidence and enjoying acting! -Public Speaking and Communication (ages 5-professionals) -Prepping for an audition -Application and audition process for BFA and MFA programs -Shakespeare and classical text -Poetry Reading -Professional auditions and self tapes -Voice and Speech (vocal range, projection, articulation, etc) -Accents and Dialects -Monologues and Scene Study IN PERSON AVAILABLE IN LOS ANGELES ZOOM SESSIONS AVAILABLE FOR ANY LOCATION

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Cynthia L.

May 5, 2023

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I’ve only had four voice over lessons with Cody so far and I feel that my approach to voice acting has improved a lot. Right off the bat, he was prepared to share his curriculum and add adjustments to it depending on my interests. He’s very informative and answers all of my questions along with sharing his experiences. He’s great at directing me during my reads and encourages me to get out of my comfort zone. I feel he genuinely wants me to succeed and that’s what I appreciate the most from a coach!

Details: 23-27 • Beginner • Dubbing • Narration • Commercial • Animation • As recommended by teacher • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

MFA Professional Actor and Coach: Cody Sloan's reply

Thanks so much! I have so much fun working with you, and I can’t wait to see how you continue growing in your VO journey. Thank you for challenging yourself to be outside your comfort zone!

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Madeline L.

3 weeks ago

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My experience so far has been really good. Cody made me feel extremely comfortable with asking questions and reading through scenes especially for a person who has bad anxiety. I’ll say if you want a acting coach to help you Cody will be there for you along the way :)

Details: 18 - 25 years old • Beginner • To build confidence • To explore as a hobby • To continue professional development • Theater • Improv theater • Film • TV episode • What the teacher recommends • Scene study • Cold reading • Method acting • Voice-over • Improv • Physical theater and movement • Classical acting • Hone diction and enunciation • Expand vocal range • Strengthen vocal projection • Refine vocal expression • Develop specific accent(s) • Develop specific dialect(s) • 1 person • Remotely (phone or internet) • At the pro’s location

MFA Professional Actor and Coach: Cody Sloan's reply

Thanks so much, Madeline! You've been jumping in with such wonderful questions and passion. It's been so wonderful to work with you. More soon :)

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Ian R.

Jun 23, 2023

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Cody has been excellent to work with. I knew practically nothing about the voice acting industry aside from it existed and he's been very forthcoming with general information as well as explaining the nuances of each facet we've covered so far. He's skilled at giving constructive feedback and coaching and being very encouraging really taking the time to build my confidence. If you're looking for an exceptional guide to voice over work Cody should be a top choice.

Details: 28 or older • No experience • General introduction • As recommended by teacher • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

MFA Professional Actor and Coach: Cody Sloan's reply

Thank you so much, Ian! It's been such a joy to work with you. Thank you for jumping into the work with so much passion and dedication, it's been so wonderful to see all your growth over these weeks. Can't wait for more!

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Ivette S.

Jun 18, 2023

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Beyond thankful and happy we found Cody, he is an amazing coach! His technique, compassion, his skill in bringing the best out of you and his professionalism is truly one of a kind. Just after my son's first lesson, he already felt more confident and learned so much. After only a couple more lessons it was time for my son's musical theater performance and he received so many compliments and was told it was was his best performance. My son's confidence has improved so much and he has learned so much. He is beyond excited to take more lessons with Cody. Thank you so much Cody!

Details: 10 - 13 years old • Beginner • To prepare for an audition • Theater • Musical theater • Physical theater and movement • Method acting • What the teacher recommends • Develop specific dialect(s) • Expand vocal range • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

MFA Professional Actor and Coach: Cody Sloan's reply

Thank you so much! I’ve had the BEST time working with him and can’t wait for more. I appreciate you both!

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Kai H.

Feb 2, 2024

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Cody is literally such a sweet heart! Our first session I felt so comfortable and really attended to. He really focused on my wants and needs for where I wanted to take this in my career. He also helped me hone in on the things I didn’t think about with little experience. Overall he’s awesome!!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • Beginner • To build confidence • To prepare for an audition • To continue professional development • Film • TV episode • Improv theater • Musical theater • What the teacher recommends • No specific focus • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

MFA Professional Actor and Coach: Cody Sloan's reply

Thank you, Kai! So excited to keep working together and for all the wonderful things coming your way in this career!

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BA in Psychology from Boston University MFA in Acting from UC San Diego

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