In 2009 the company brought a group of British children, teens and young adults to Los Angeles to perform at the opening ceremony of The Chinese American Film Festival at the Directors Guild on Sunset Boulevard. They also performed at City Walk, Universal Studios, took onscreen acting classes, met Casting Directors and Agents, attended the taping of a Disney show and took dance classes at renowned Millennium Dance Studios with some of the world's top choreographers, amongst many other exciting opportunities.
Based in Television and Film the company opens up opportunities to get real hands on experience of the industry. The events are all unique and tailored to the location and opportunities each location provides. With a top acting coach, award winning photographer and a film crew it is endless learning in a fun environment. Los Angeles and London are annual events with Marbella and Liverpool added in 2024. More locations are coming for 2025, including Dubai.
The actors experience all aspects of making content for the screen. Location scouting, camera operators, sound and lighting and post production all play a part. The short film and pilot content provides real experience with a final content for screening.
training and experience in tv & film
camera ready events
amera Ready is an International Television and Film events company established in 2009 with the first event taking place in Los Angeles, California.
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Los Angeles for sixteen years. We set up Camera Ready fifteen years ago and have had great fun travelling the world with our courses ever since.
A bit about me, Carol. I am a TV, Film and Theatre producer and onset and private acting coach. I have had the privilege to work on shows in the UK and Los Angeles, New York, Louisiana, Dallas, Canada, Australia and Dubai. Meeting and inspiring actors to find their truth in their characters is the real joy of my life as is helping them to leave the characters and the emotions on set when the camera’s stop rolling. Something we teach extensively at Camera Ready.
I have also produced and directed Theatre Shows in prestigious theatre’s in the UK gaining 5 star reviews for musicals Oliver and self penned ‘Mam, I’m ‘Ere’ featuring the music of Abba. I recently wrote, produced and directed a sell out show at the Theatre of Arts, Mall of The Emirates, Dubai. My clients have graced the screens of terrific shows and movies including WestWorld, The Famous Five, The Northman, Jurassic World, Salem, Game of Thrones, Once Upon A Time, The Magicians, Coronation Street, The Bay and many more for studios such as BBC, FOX, SYFY, DISNEY, NICKELODEON, E4, WGN AMERICA, ITV & MAJOR FEATURE FILMS.
And a little about me, Lauren. I am a photographer and actress. As a photographer I am an agent and manager recommended photographer in both the UK and Los Angeles, and have photographed hundreds of children and teens, including household names for many major magazines, including multiple front covers. I started in the industry as a child actor working on my first professional show at the age of 7. I have appeared in many TV shows and movies, and on the stage including the West End. You may recognize my voice from the hugely popular Peppa Pig audiobook series!
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our background
e are excited you have visited us here at Camera Ready. We are Carol and Lauren, British mother and daughter from Liverpool in the UK, although Lauren has lived and worked in
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A Look into
Camera Ready
-Nuala Childs
A great opportunity to develop your acting skills and technique. It is always a fun experience. As well developing your acting skills, there are opportunities to learn what it is like to work behind the scenes and how movies and TV shows are made. Learning all aspects of the film making process, including camera angles, lighting, sound, location set up and directing. A true recommendation to anyone who loves to act and wants to gain experience and learn from professionals in a truly inspiring environment. I have gained invaluable knowledge and confidence as well as friends! The team are incredible, very supportive, enthusiastic and they truly love what they do. I cannot recommend this enough.
Sarah Elmsley - Frank's mum
Good morning,
I just wanted to write to say thank you so much for an amazing 3 day experience for Frank. We know how much hard work and preparation went into the 3 day Camera Ready Event.
Frank absolutely loved the three days and every day he came out on a high. He has learnt so much which will be invaluable for his acting journey going forward.
It was also lovely for him to meet Carol after virtual classes etc.
We also enjoyed visiting Liverpool which was a bonus for us.
-Seren Basu
I joined the 3 day workshop in Liverpool this summer but was completely new to Camera Ready Events. I was so nervous walking through the doors for the first time and knowing no one, but Carol and the team could not have been more supportive, smiley and welcoming.
Being a part of the cast and crew to make a short movie was so exciting. The whole experience was really special, and honestly I feel it’s super charged my confidence and passion to carry on with what I love to do, knowing I am enough. Thank you, Seren
-Charlotte - Symphony's mum
Working with Camera Ready has been an incredible experience! Carol,
Lauren, and the entire team bring such professionalism, creativity,
and passion to every project. They made the process seamless and
enjoyable from start to finish. I’m beyond excited to see the final
film, and I can’t recommend Camera Ready highly enough!
- Rebecca Taylor, Bea's mum
Hey Carol,
I just wanted to drop a quick message just to say thank you. I'm sure many have said this before, but not only is the acting coaching you provide for Bea so wonderful but the support and positive energy, the words of advice, praise and understanding you give to Bea as a young girl is truly remarkable. You praise the person she is and acknowledge the troubles and difficulties she may be facing with such empathy, encouragement and positivity, that she always leaves your lessons with a positive outlook, no matter what kind of day she has had up to that point. So thank you. x
-Deb Talent - Los Angeles
Carol we love you! Thank you so much for all you do seriously. I can see improvements already. I wish I took all of my clients to you sooner. But with your help we will succeed.
Go team!
Debi
-Kelly Stewart - Hollyoaks / Denis & Gnasher Unleashed (Emmy Nominated)
Carol has coached me for many years from my time working as a series regular on Hollyoaks to creating characters and helping me find my feet in the animation world on our Emmy nominated CBBC show. My career wouldn’t be where it is today without her passionate guidance. I can’t recommend her enough.
-Oliver Bell - Salem / West World / The Magicians / Once Upon a Time
What I love about Carol is that she prepares you for an audition or when you are onset in a way that gives you so much confidence. Onset she is calm and funny and whispers little tips to you. She makes acting fun and helps you see who the characters are and how they fit into the scenes which helps give the director what they want on screen.
Andrea Basu - Seren's mum
Dear Carol & Lauren,
I just wanted to say a huge thank you to yourselves, Liz & Dickie for giving Seren such a brilliant experience and learning opportunity this weekend.
The care and attention you gave to all the young people was so visible and genuine, which as a parent means a great deal.
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the journey starts here
A journey not just through the course but through life long friendships cemented whilst working together with likeminded people.
