In Person: One Day ADVANCED TV Hosting / Unscripted / Digital Branding INTENSIVE with Leila Sbitani, TV Host / Media Coach and Top Hosting Agent Mark Turner, The Gersh Agency

Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10am ET / 7am PT

10am-5pm. In our one day ADVANCED TV Hosting / Unscripted / Digital Branding Intensive, you'll work with Leila and Mark to learn the important skills you need to be a successful on-camera personality.

Truly unique, they've designed their intensive to help you discover and build your brand. They'll also help you to develop your on-camera personality while building confidence to connect with your audience.

You'll also learn:

• What Agents, Casting Directors, Online Outlets, Networks, and Production Companies Look For
• How to Pitch a TV Show
• The Importance of Social Media
• Auditioning Techniques
• Interview Techniques
• Working with Co-Hosts
• Panel Show Banter
• Creating Content / How to Make a Reel
• Discovering Your Brand
• Building Confidence
• Connecting with the Audience and more!

Whether you are a beginner looking to break in, or an established on-air expert looking to reinvent yourself, this intensive is designed for you!

Limited to 12 students.

Please note that this in person intensive will be at:

Pearl Studios NYC

You will be emailed your assigned studio the morning of your event.

Pearl Studios has two addresses:

500 8th Avenue, 3rd and 4th floors
and across the street
519 8th Avenue, 12th floor
(between 35th and 36th)

All studios labeled with numbers are at 500 8th Avenue, 3rd and 4th floors.
All studios labeled with letters are at 519 8th Avenue, 12th floor.

Testimonials:

"It doesn't matter if you are a rookie or a seasoned vet... I highly recommended this class for anyone who is looking to take their broadcast game to the next level!! Leila and Mark are consummate pros who have a wealth of knowledge about the industry. They really help peel back the curtains of the industry. Plus, they are straight shooters. They will give you imperative feedback that you can put into action right away! My class was an exceptionally talented group of people from all types of broadcast specialties - months later I find myself sharing anecdotes from the course. Be prepared to leave inspired and extra motivated to land your next job!"                       

 Jennifer X. Williams, 
 Sports Reporter,
 FOX 5 

 

"This is a hands-on, voice-on class that is 100% practical, whether you're looking to be a host or a guest. It's not only seriously helpful, it's a really fun day. I usually manage to be the oldest person in the class, but that's never been a barrier: Leila and Mark set the bar for accepting every student as we come. They respect the work students have done to date -- I've taken classes where the instructors want you to toss what you came with and start doing everything their way. Mark and Leila want you to build on what you brought with you to become more skilled, more confident, and more bookable. Since taking these classes the first time, I've landed my own weekly radio show and signed with a commercial agent. My on-camera comfort level grows every time I invest a Saturday with these two. Do this. You'll be happy."

 Victoria Moran, 
 Host Main Street Vegan, 
 "Peta's Sexiest Vegan  Over 50"

 

"The class is exceptional, packed with information and practical hands-on experiences, and Mark and Leila impart real constructive feedback and techniques to everyone individually. The guest speaker was an industry insider and also had great information. I would highly recommend this class for anyone wanting to become more comfortable on camera, whether for a living or just occasional TV/online media time. Super super super class!"

 Jason Jones, 
 President,
 Mondo

"Sbitani & Turner. These two are rock stars in the industry. They set a really fun and chill vibe right off the bat. They are SUPER passionate about what they both do. Leila understands what casting is looking for and how to bring your "true" self out. Mark Turner is terrific, besides being the VP of a top talent agency for over 20 years, he has a feel for "who" you are. He is pretty spot on. He is laid back and will give you great feedback and point you in the right direction. I actually worked with him after taking this workshop. If you're looking to get into the hosting world, you definitely won't be disappointed after grabbing a session with these two. You will learn a ton and have a great time doing so. Have fun! Be you." 

 Denny Testa, 
 Entertainer / Host

"This was an Awesome workshop!!! Mark and Leila were great. The workshop really helped me improve my presence in front of the camera and increase my confidence...Thank You!!!"

 
 Scott Schmaren, 
 Hypnotist, Speaker, Coach and Author

 

"No matter your level of experience, there is something for everyone to learn here. Strong fundamentals are constructed and honed in a positive atmosphere. The difference between just good and great is attention to detail. Leila and Mark show you to tap yours in any media setting."                               

 Chef Dr. Mike, 
 Cardiologist & Professional Chef

 

"This workshop was truly informative.  I have worked with a lot of hosting coaches in the past, but this workshop is concise, clear and best of all centered around how to get that job or land a development deal. I really appreciate the no bones about it approach."  

 Emerson Unger, 
 AOL Host / TV Personality

 

"I highly recommend this workshop for anyone interested in being a TV host and/or on-air personality. Leila and Mark make a great media training team! It was very helpful getting tips and feedback from two people on both spectrums of the business, a host and an agent. I learned how to make a script my own, stay true to my brand, interact with other co-hosts, and connect with the viewer. I left the workshop feeling confident, motivated, and knowledgable of the tools necessary to become an on-air expert."

 
 Ebonny Fowler, 
 Fitness Expert, Fun With Fit

 

"I loved the workshop! The chance to get friendly, constructive feedback and advice from these real-deal industry leaders was unbelievable. It was a great way to uncover specific ways to make the work I want to do so much better. I'm still pinching myself."

 Kyle Collins, 
 Host/Producer/Writer

 

“Mark and Leila make a great team! They do have the experience and a legitimate interest in bringing out the star in you with the confidence you will need.”

 Andreina, 
 TV Host and Correspondent, El Show de Analeh

Please follow the procedures listed below:

• Please update your headshot and fill out the MY INFO section of your AC account upon registration.

• The room will be open 30 minutes before the event is scheduled to start. Please arrive at least 10 MINUTES before your event begins as your host will give important information about the event at this time.

Additional Information:

Our online office hours are 9am-6pm Monday-Friday

If you have an emergency for a class you are participating in outside of these hours, please email help@actorsconnection.com and your host will be able to respond.

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Mark Turner

Now at Gersh, Mark was most recently at A3 Artists Agency. 

Upon graduation from Connecticut College in 1993, he started working as an assistant to the head of the commercial dept at a major talent agency, in NY. After 2.5 years, he was promoted to agent; and started up the Host/Broadcast Division. Over the last 2 decades, the department, now titled, the Alternative & Digital Division, has morphed into a one stop shop for all things under the non fiction umbrella. Mark has represented top on air hosts, experts, personalities, producers, and digital influencers, in all aspects of unscripted TV and digital. He's worked with, and placed talent, and sold shows, with every major production company, cable channel, broadcast network, syndicator, and digital platform, across the country.

In 2024, he joined The Gersh Agency where he is a Senior VP in charge of Alternative Television.