About AMTC

The dream starts here! AMTC (Actors Models & Talent Competition) is the top convention in the world. It is known as “The Olympics” of the industry. AMTC began 25 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.

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, as well as Canada, Puerto Rico, England, Scotland, Australia and Kenya. 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, 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. As soon as a contestant is accepted, preparation begins. Contestants will be coached by skilled instructors in training rehearsals before convention, one-on-one advice, and a state of the art instructional website, www.amtconline.com. Curriculum may include:

• Photo Movement and Photo Shoot Preparation
• Photo Shoot with a National Photographer
• Posture, Poise, Walking, and Modeling Techniques
• Acting and TV Commercial Training
• Scene Study, Improv and Monologue 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 to perform; they know what to wear, what to do, what to say, and who to see. At convention, an additional 20+ hours of workshops are provided for contestants and families 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 25-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!