Aaron Marcus   Aaron Marcus has been a full-time actor and commercial model since 1986. He has been cast in 1072 (to date) TV and radio commercials, corporate films and print ads including: AT&T, McDonalds, Mid Atlantic Chevy Dealers, ANA Airlines, Prudential Health Care, The Discovery Channel, AGFA Film, The Learning Channel, U.S. Navy, BellAtlantic, IBM, NEA, Citicorp, MCI, AARP, Crayola Crayons, LifeSavers, Red Roof Inn, Sunbeam, Key Federal Bank, Lockheed Martin, Armstrong Floors, Precision Tune Auto Care, Proctor & Gamble, Mass Mutual, Molson Beer, Acura, Disney World, Nissan, Ruby Tuesdays, Nieman Marcus, GNC, Merrill Lynch, United Way and K-Mart. Aaron has been seen on TV and films such as: Law & Order: Criminal Intent, HBOs, The Wire, Homicide, Life on the Street, The West Wing, The Prosecutors, Broadcast News, QVC, Cry Baby, Korea Gate, Stage Fright, America's Most Wanted, and General Lee. He has been hired as a stand-in on projects such as: Silence of the Lambs, Guarding Tess, The Pelican Brief, Twelve Monkeys, Runaway Bride and Syriana. Aaron Marcus has appeared in print ads throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia, and has appeared in magazines such as Time, Newsweek, Reader's Digest, Parents, TV Guide, Sports Illustrated, Details, New York Times, Money, Maxim, Forbes, Mirabella, Wall Street Journal and People. He is represented by 125 agents across the United States. Along with his modeling and acting, Aaron Marcus was a faculty member of The School for Film and Television/NY, writer for Clique Magazine/Canada, New Generation Magazine/England, The Models Guild, The Actors Center Newsletter, the D.C. and Houston SAG Newsletter and the Los Angeles/Women in Film Newsletter. He has a monthly  AASK AARON column in the Theatre Spotlight Magazine, ICOM Magazine, ActorNews web site and the Baltimore/Woman In Film Newsletter. Aaron was interviewed by Judy Kerr for her book Acting is Everything, Nancy Heubecks  Career for Kids, and Eve Matheson's The Modeling Handbook.

Amanda Banfield ~ Make up Artist Orginally from Northern California Amanda Banfield moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dream of becoming a makeup artist. After completing the Masters Program at Makeup Designory, she decided to continue her education further by attending Cinema makeup school for an additional High Fashion beauty course. Amanda currently lives in Southern California where she works as a professional makeup artist for top fashion photoshoots, fashion shows, music videos, and short films. Amanda was head makeup and hair artist for the junior division in the World Championship of Perfoming Arts in 2006 and continues to work everyday on what she truly loves.

CL Adams CL Adams graduated from Ferris State College with a BS in Marketing & Retailing. He has been the owner of Adams’ Modeling School and Modeling & Talent Agency for over 26 years. He was awarded “School of Excellence” for this school at IMTA.  His students have worked in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Paris, Italy, Germany, Japan, Greece and Spain. He has also had two models join with the Ebony Fashion Troupe. CL Adams worked with and developed talent for Miss Michigan USA, Ms National Senior Citizen, and several Michigan pageants where he had 17 winners in two years. He was also a working model and commercial actor for many years, he choreographed fashion shows as well as worked as a makeup artists for films, TV, and photography.

J. Paul Preseault~ Acting Coach, Chicago J. Paul Preseault was born in Burlington , Vermont and has been a professional actor, director, producer, and playwright for the past 15 years in Seattle , New York , Chicago , and abroad.  J. Paul received his Master's Degree in Educational Theatre from New York University.  J. Paul is the founder and Artistic Director of The Tribes Project, a multicultural performing arts company.  During J. Paul’s tenure at The Tribes Project, the company has performed for over 55,000 people worldwide, as well as won a number of awards such as the Northwest Coalition for Human Dignity: Faces of Courage Award, and the National Endowment for the Arts:  Arts Learning Award.  J. Paul has written or co-written eighteen plays, all of which have been produced into full productions.  J. Paul has directed a number of international, multi-language productions including a tour of Kosovo featuring Albanian and Serbian cast members, a Spanish adaptation of Euripides’ The Trojan Women in Baja Mexico , as well as a collaboration with the Soweto Youth Drama Society that performed at the UN World Conference Against Racism in Durban , South Africa .

Grant Mckaskle~ Acting Coach, LA   Grant is from Houston, TX.  He attended college at Abilene Christian University where he received a degree in Communication.  Grant moved to Los Angeles in 2000 to pursue his life-long dream of becoming an actor.  To further understand the industry and deepen his appreciation for the art, Grant worked in production for several years in film, television and commercials.  Grant has also worked in the art department, serving as the Art Director for two feature-length films.  He was a supporting actor for the second full-length feature.  Grant became a member of SAG in 2001.  He continues his pursuit in acting, working hard for the right opportunities and auditions to come his way.

Kelly Wiesner~ Make up & Hair Artist, Canada Kelly Wiesner started his professional career at the age of 15 in the small city of Saskatoon, Saskachewan Canada. After years of training in Runway, Theater, Acting, and Singing Kelly moved to Calgary, Alberta, Canada, to pursue hair and makeup. Kelly recieved a full scholarship to the Aveda Academy and contiunes to do hair to this day. Kelly's work in hair and makeup has been in magazines and add campaigns such as: Arnold Churgin, People Magazine, Avenue Magazine, Canadian Screenwriters, and numerous modeling and runways shows. Kelly is looking forward to being part of team Nova.

Daniel Sing~ Acting Coach, Vancouver Originally from Auckland New Zealand, Daniel graduated Auckland University with a degree in finance and a Masters degree in Commercial Law. Shortly after joining one the world’s largest accounting firms, Daniel decided to leave the profession to pursue his passion for performing. His acting career began as one of the lead villains on television’s Xena Warrior Princess series, and over his 10 year career he has appeared in a range of television and film roles and numerous commercials and print campaigns in New Zealand and abroad. Daniel brings international acting experience to Nova with his passion to teach and develop new talent to find their true performing potential.

Marie Raynard~ Acting Coach, Halifax From the time she took part in her first elementary school play, Marie Raynard knew she wanted to be involved with theatre for the rest of her life. After taking part in high school and church plays in her home province in Nova Scotia, Marie moved to Manitoba to receive specialized training in theatre arts. Studying under Veralyn Warkentin of the Manitoba Theatre Centre and Valarie Hiebert, Marie developed her acting, stage managing, and directing skills. In April of 2006, she received a degree in theatre arts from Providence College, graduating with highest honours.  In the fall of 2006, she returned to Nova Scotia to head a high school drama department. Recently, she has been busy with stage managing, directing, and coaching several community and high school productions. Marie joins Nova Team Canada with passion and enthusiasm, eager to prepare the Halifax contestants for their opportunity at the 2007 W.C.O.P.A.

LynnMcGown ~ Vocal Coach, Vancouver   Lynn McGown is a Vancouver, Canada based vocal coach who has inspired thousands of singers, performers and individuals to find and express their voice at the most profound level of their being. She has performed and led vocal workshops at International festivals and  conferences.She has sung professionally for 25 years and has a contagious passion for singing and vocal expression.Her extensive experience at finding ways for singers to get to the heart of a song and tap into powerful resources has brought her  dedicated and appreciative clients.   www.lynnmcgown.com