About AMTC

The dream starts here! Actors, Models & Talent for Christ (AMTC) is the top talent convention in the world. It has been called “The Olympics” of the industry, and many stars have been “born” from it. AMTC began 28 years ago as the dream of New York Cover Girl, Millie Lewis, and her daughter, Carey Lewis Arban. Millie and Carey created AMTC to give new talent a smart, safe entry into national careers, building knowledge and self-esteem in the process.

Almost 4 years ago, the applauded event did something quite unusual: AMTC turned Christian. We became a publicly Christian company, following the conversion of our then 51 year old leader, Carey. A respected company gained new focus and an important mission: to promote stars who are role models, stars who realize that fame is a gift meant to inspire others, stars who want to see a change in Hollywood, stars who believe in clean entertainment and positive programming.

AMTC unites with all faiths and people of good intention in promoting entertainers who will be performers of light.

Our History: Since 1982, AMTC has invited promising Actors, Models, Singers, and Dancers to perform in front of the World’s Leading Agents. Auditions are conducted throughout the U.S. and in select worldwide makrets. Contestants come to AMTC to find out if they have what it takes to work in a major market like New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Atlanta, Paris, Milan, London, or Tokyo. They also come to learn first-hand how this business really works.

AMTC is held at the world-famous Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando. Competitions are offered in Monologue, TV Commercials, Cold Read, Scene Study, Improv, Film Audition, Singing, Dance, Stand-up Comedy, Runway Modeling, Photography, Swimsuit, and more. Participants perform for top scouts and industry leaders that new talent wouldn’t meet under normal circumstances. Years worth of auditions are condensed into 6 incredible days. Instead of traveling worldwide to see these agents, managers and casting Directors, contestants can perform for dozens of respected Scouts in one place at one time. AMTC is economical, safe and smart!

Education is strongly emphasized before, during, and after AMTC. School-age participants must have a minimum “B” average to enter. Behavior and Ethics Agreements must be signed by all participants. As soon as a contestant is accepted, preparation begins. Contestants will be coached by skilled instructors in local training rehearsals before the event, and they continue their preparation at home via AMTC’s curriculum website, www.amtconline.com Preparation may include:

• Photo Movement and Photo Shoot Preparation
• Photo Shoot with a National Photographer
• Acting Headshots and Model’s Comp Cards
• Posture, Poise, Walking, and Modeling Techniques
• Acting and TV Commercial Training
• Scene Study, Improv and Monologue Training
• Film Audition Training
• Cold Reading and On-Camera Auditions
• Interview Techniques
• Spokesperson and Swimsuit Competition Training
• Expert Appearance Consultation
• Grooming: Skin Care, Makeup, Hair, Nails
• Wardrobe Planning
• Self-Confidence Development
• Parent Training- A Parent’s Role in this Industry
• Speed Networking
• Placement and Follow-Up Assistance- What to do After AMTC
• Singers and Dancers: costuming, selection of material
• Complete Staff Support Before, During & After AMTC
• Unlimited Email and Telephone Coaching and Support
• Registration in the official amtconline.com curriculum website, with the latest techniques, tips, advice, and updates from industry experts

When Contestants and Families arrive at AMTC, they are ready; they know how to look, what to perform, how to interview, and who to see. At convention, an additional 25 hours of workshops are provided for contestants and families on site by top agents, respected authors, and national experts in the fields of Acting, Music, Dance, Modeling, Nutrition, and more.

AMTC has launched thousands of careers: Movie Stars, TV Stars, Broadway Stars, Recording Artists, Professional Dancers, and Models working with every Major Agency in the World. The AMTC 28-year-old “Formula of Success” is to combine careful selection of ingredients: Qualified New Talent Career-Making Agents Family Involvement Excellent Preparation Education Safety Six Days Together in a Beautiful Resort = The Best Opportunity for Prospective Models, Actors, Singers & Dancers in the World today. The dream starts here!

On top of it all, our #1 goal is to honor God! Our second goal is to honor the hopes and dreams of each contestant. Our third goal combines everything else- to host the top event in the world where God’s talented performers can find a safe and effective way to pursue their calling from Him. This is AMTC!