JRP Virtual Brochure

The History of JRP

It was in the 1920’s when John Robert Powers came to New York City in pursuit of a career in acting. One day, he needed to gather a group of attractive people for a magazine advertisement, not knowing that it would pave the way for what today is a billion dollar modeling industry.

He founded the first ever modeling agency in 1923. Soon afterwards, he opened the doors to the first personality development academy and created a curriculum that was to be the core for executive skills, modeling, acting and social skills.

Powers believed that there was no such thing as an unattractive person, only people who did not know how to make the most of themselves. Naturalness was his gospel. He encouraged his female students to “make down, instead of make-up”. To date, we still believe in this philosophy. Be yourself. Be natural. Be the best you can be because that is what John Robert Powers is all about.

LIFE Magazine, March 25th, 1946

Famous personalities from the political and movie world make up a long list of people who have gone through the John Robert Powers Programs. First Ladies Jackie Kennedy and Betty Ford, Princess Grace of Monaco, Jennifer Jones, Raquel Welch, Lucille Ball, Ann Margaret, Henry Fonda, Ryan Locke, Albert Tsai (Coop & Cami ask the World), Karan Brar (Bunk’d), Olivia Holt (Cloak & Dagger), Alexis Knapp (Pitch Perfect 1, 2 & 3), Noah Centineo (All The Boys I’ve Loved Before), Ben Gould (Saved by the Bell), Faith Ford (Murphy Brown Show), Cary Grant, Diana Ross, Kylie Versoza (Miss International 2016), Josh Duhamel, Jessica Sanchez and Brenda Song just to name a few.

For over a century, JRP has been a leader in the entertainment industry, providing education and representation to aspiring models, actors, and singers. From the Golden Age of Hollywood, to the modern era of social media, the company has continually adapted to the changing entertainment landscape. Our legacy is one of creative innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible for our clients and providing op

"John Robert Powers is to modeling what Cartier is to diamonds".

RECENT SUCCESS STORIES

Josh Duhamel

Transformers, Safe

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Haven, Turistas, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, Hulu's Love, Victor, Shotgun Wedding

Nikki Taylor

One of the most successful American Super Models of all time

Justin Guarini

American Idol, Fast Girl, From Justin to Kelly

Brittany Curran

going on 30, Dear White People, The Magicians

A.J. Trauth

Disney's Even Stevens, Camp Cool Kids, Wolfenstein: The New Order

Aria Wallace

Disney's iCarly, The Perfect Man, Roxy Hunter and the Mystery of the Moody Ghost

Brenda Song

Disney's The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, That's So Raven, Hulu's Dollface, The Social Network, Secret Obsession

Adam Irigoyen

The Last Ship, The Fosters, Major Crimes, Shake it Up, Good Luck Charlie, Wizards of Waverly Place

Chase W Dillon

Disney's Haunted Mansion, First Wives Club TV Series The Underground Railroad, Little America

Katie LeClerc

Switched at Birth, Confess, Party Boat Community, The Big Bang Theory, The Reckoning, NCIS, Unicorn Boy

Ashely Argota

True Jackson VP, Lab Rats, The Fosters, Liberty Crossing, All American, Netflix's Freeridge

MacGyver,

Ryan Lee

Goosebumps, Super 8, Community This is 40, Trophy Wife

Disney's

Karan Brar

Beverly Peele

American Super Model Sisters, Sisters, Girlfriends

Olivia Holt

Marvel's Cloak & Dagger, Kickin' It, Status Update, Same Kind of Different, I Didn’t Do It, Dog with a Blog, Shake it Up

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Disney's

Lucas Till

X-Men: Apocalypse, Son of the South, Taylor Swift Video, Wolves, Sins of Our Youth, Hannah Montana

Addison Riecke

Girl Named Jo, Banana Split, The Beguiled How to Live with Your Parents, The Thundermans

Bunk’d, Jessie, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Good luck Charlie, Pacific Rim: Uprising, Stargirl, The Argument, Pair of Kings

Jake Short

A.N.T. Farm, The First Team, Mighty Med, Dexter, Supercool, This Is the Year Confessional, Lab Rats

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

What Does JRP offer?

JRP offers a unique opportunity for performers to rehearse their skills with industry professionals and showcase their talents in front of leading agents, managers and casting directors from the entertainment world. For over 100 years, we’ve helped performers earn and maintain a competitive edge over their rivals. Famous Hollywood stars still work with acting coaches because the bestrehearsed candidates are the most successful

Does training make a difference?

All the difference in the world. The entertainment industry is fast-paced and constantly changing. Agents and directors need new faces and talent now. These busy professionals vastly prefer a well-prepared candidate to one who lacks polish, experience or training.

Do you only work with models?

No. High fashion modeling has very strict physical requirements, 5'8" and above for women, 5'11" and above for men, and many otherwise talented individuals cannot qualify The fact is that over 80% of JRP’s performers are actors, but we also work with models, singers, and dancers-anyone who is a part of or preparing to enter the entertainment industry.

Will this interfere with school?

No. We believe that a solid academic foundation should be a young person’s first priority. JRP’s policy is to work only with those who strive for academic excellence.

Does JRP accept everyone?

No. We are looking for people with a high level of interest and dependability. When our clients meet top industry professionals, their conduct is a direct reflection of our coaching. Our relationships with the best agencies and casting directors are excellent because we are known for presenting only the most talented, enthusiastic and professional candidates

Performers commit to a set amount of rehearsal time, scheduled weekly, to develop their skills and learn their scripts. Auditions and showcases with agents, casting directors or other industry professionals occur on a weekend following the rehearsal schedule. What time commitment is expected if JRP agrees to work with me?

We are not an agency. As in any career, training and marketing are an up-front investment of time and money. The most successful models and talent will tell you that the learning process never ends. In today’s fastpaced environment, very few agencies in the world will front costs necessary to begin your career. There ARE “discoveries”, but like lottery winners, they are rare. The vast majority of professionals have to work for their success. I have heard that if you want to be a model, agencies will pay everything for you to start. Are you an Agency?

Albert Tsai

Coop & Cami, 9JKL, Dr. Ken, Fresh Off the Boat, Trophy Wife, Hot in Cleveland Benched, Abominable

Keke Lindgard

Victoria's Secret Model, Vogue Magazine, Chanel, Allure Magazine, Gucci, D&G, Prada

Noah Centineo

To All the Boys I've Loved Before, The Fosters, The Recruit, Black Adam, Charlie's Angels T@gged, The Perfect Date

Pitch

Dat Pham

KC Undercover, Matador, I Didn’t Do It, Instant Mom, How I Met Your Mother, The Thundermans, How to Live with Your Parents

Troy, On the Road, Tron: Legacy, Country Strong, Georgia Rules, Tulsa King

Ashley Hinshaw-Grace

The Arrangement, Chicago Med, True Blood

Abercrombie & Fitch, Gossip Girl, True Detective, Start Up, The Grounds

Alexis Knapp

Perfect 1, 2 & 3, My Christmas Prince, Urge, The Dorm Projext X, The Accursed, Phobias, Ground Floor

Garrett Hedlund

Sharina Gutierrez Elle, Vogue, Diesel, Reebok, Tommy Hilfiger, Vera Wang, YStyle

Chris Brochu Shameless, Soul Surfer, Lemonade Mouth, Solar Flare, Major Crimes, Vampire Diaries, I’ll Remember, Once Upon a Date

Testimonials

After attending The Industry Network, Bianca Finch signed with NEXT Model Management, one of the most prestigious modeling agencies in Los Angeles According to Dreshare, Bianca has made all of her hard work pay off, bringing in an approximate net of $600K-$700KUSD from her modeling projects.

"My 12 year old daughter got so much out of the 5 week course with Lisa, what an amazing teacher. We live on remote Norfolk Island in the beautiful South Pacific and this experience, from application through to Showcase, has been such a time of growth in her confidence Zoom meetings, writing resume, headshots, communication skills - all incredible for her A big plus is she now has friends all over the world. Would recommend JRP Virtual and this experience to everyone. "

JOHNATHAN S. JRP Parent

“What an amazing experience JRP has been for Greg and our family. From his first audition for you, through classes at JRP, finding an agent and culminating last week in his first professional experience in a Croissant Pocket commercial, you have been the absolute best.”

MOSER FAMILY JRP Client

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for the invaluable help and support you have provided for my daughter Her experiences since joining the JRP family continue to be positive ones as I watch my little girl blossom into a young lady filled with poise and confidence I am looking forward to our future with JRP. You foster respect, integrity and self- worth, all of which are so important ”

Mrs. Hummel JRP Parent

TESTIMONIALS

“Thank you for seeing in Karen what I have always seen Karen has already been more confident in how she relates to others. The future is just the icing on the cake ”

L. DONEY JRP Parent

Quotes from Agents & Casting Directors

“JRP is a well-organized, beautifully presented showcase. I look forward to going each time because I always find exciting talent who go on to become successful actors.”

SUSIE MAINS

TRILOGY TALENT, L.A.

“I was very impressed by the level of talent and the high degree of preparation your performers displayed...”

PAUL WEBER,

CSA

HEAD OF MGM CASTING

“I am so impressed with everything you offer your performers. You are so much more than acting classes; you offer the knowledge of what it takes to become a professional working actor. The really impressive part is that you teach this discipline with equal parts of patience and love. It is obvious that your coach’s love teaching their craft and your client’s love learning it. Congratulations on a job very well done. I look forward to scouting with you in the future.”

BONNIE VENTIS CLEAR TALENT

Cherina Scott

Elite NY, Elle Magazine, Abercrombie & Fitch, Cover Girl, Bridal, Jergens, Olay Revlon

Haley Pullos

Davis Cleveland

Rufus – 2, Good Luck Charlie, Zeke and Luther Hannah Montana, Shake It Up, Pair of Kings, Otherworldly Operations, Alone for Christmas

Blake Buczkiewicz

General Hospital, No Good Deed Mr. Student Body President, Instant Mom

Madison Wolfe

Zoo, Paulie Go, Mayfair Witches, Pan, The Conjuring 2, The Campaign, Home Sweet Home, Astronaut Wives Club, True Detective

General Hospital, Break up Nightmare

How to Get Away with Murder, 2 Broke Girls Ladies of the Lake, The Goldberg’s

Sidekicked, Sacred Heart School, A Day in a Death, Prison Boat, Ashley Furniture Kohl’s

Shelby Zemanek

Grey’s Anatomy, How I Met Your Mother, Angels & Demons, Yes Man, Cold Case

Sorry for Your Loss, Mary+Jane, Lady-Like P+V, Exorcism at 60,000 Feet, Popcorn & Pumps

Kelly Osbourne

Fashion Police, CSI, Cyber Australia’s Got Talent, Project Runway, Junior Life as We Know It, The Osbourne’s, Project Catwalk Osbourne’s Reloaded, Hotel Babylon

Celesta DeAstis

Maddie McGuire

INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

AGENTS

MARILYN AGENCY

DREAM TALENT MANAGEMENT

ACTING

There are 9 parts to the ACTOR category: TV Commercial, Monologue, Scene, Headshot, Voice Over, Beauty Commercial, Improvisation, and Self-Tape. Actors must come prepared with one, 30-second TV Commercial, One 1-minute monologue and one 90- second scene. A scene partner will be provided at the event by your Director. All material selected should be age appropriate. Actors (In-person only) are required to bring 25 headshots with resumes attached or printed on the back for agents to view and take with them Independent auditions will determine which actors perform in the awards night VIP Performance and Dinner.

MODELING

Models are evaluated in 7 of the following categories: Runway, Resort/Sport, Test Shoot, Headshot,Commercial Print, Fashion Print, and Beauty Commercial. Runway wardrobe should be current and pulled from today’s fashion trends. Resort/Sport selection can be swimwear, resort wear, sportswear (yoga and athletics).

There are height restrictions on females 16 years and older, as well as males 16 years and older. During the Test Shoot competition, all female models 5’6” and above are required to wear black leggings or black skinny jeans with a black tank top and black high heeled shoes. All male models 5’9” and above are required to wear black or very dark navy denim skinny, fitted jeans (no regular or light blue denim) and a fitted black t-shirt. All younger models are required to wear white or blue jeans with a solid-colored shirt No designs or prints Each model should have 25 zed/comp cards with their name, ID Number and stats

commercial appeal are evaluated. Independent auditions will determine which vocalists will perform in the Awards Night VIP Performance

DANCING

Dancers must prepare two original dance pieces, one minute in length each. Dancers should be professionally trained in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical or Hip Hop. Dancers should be prepared to perform the one-minute cut of the song. The song MUST be provided to the team director as an MP3 file. Dancers will be taught and judged on a third dance piece at the event by the IN choreographers.

SINGING

Singers must have three songs 1 minute in length prepared for auditions. Songs must be saved as a MP3 file and sent to your Director upon request. One song must be A Capella. Songs selected must be AGE appropriate for all audience members. Performance skills, audition techniques, vocal abilities, stage presence and

Performers that are competing in three or more categories are eligible for STAR OF THE YEAR.

OUR PROGRAMS

ACTING, MODELING, SINGING AND DANCING PROGRAMS:

For over 100 years JRP studios have been creating success stories in television, film, video, sitcom, soap opera, commercials, singing, runway, fashion and print modeling within all age groups- kids, teens, & adults. JRP also attends “The Industry Network”, which is a rare opportunity to hopefully make the success happen that you've always dreamed about. At JRP, we provide actors and models with limitless opportunities to find auditions, network with their peers, and meet casting directors, talent agents, modeling agents, and managers through our Showcases and proprietary iScout features.

If you like what you have seen at JRP and have received an invitation to join, it is easy to take the next step and receive all of the benefits offered exclusively to our clients. At the Industry Network Convention, you'll meet with up to 100 agents, casting directors, managers, photographers and celebrities. Most people spend thousands of dollars traveling to LA without any connections or guidance, wasting valuable time and money. This program is available only to those selected and is not open to the public.

COMPETITIVE I

5 WEEKS AGENCY PREP-SESSIONS

AGENT / MANAGER SHOWCASE

TOTAL COST:

COMPETITIVE II

ACTING & MODELING

5 WEEKS AGENCY PREP-SESSIONS

MODELING BOOTCAMP

2 AGENT / MANAGER SHOWCASES

TOTAL COST:

950

&

CAREER

5 WEEKS AGENCY PREP-SESSIONS

2 BOOTCAMPS- MODELING, ADVANCED ACTING, SING OR DANCE

3 AGENT / MANAGER SHOWCASES

3 MONTHS PROFESSIONAL MARKETING PLATFORM

TOTAL COST:

INDUSTRY NETWORK I

*

5 WEEKS INDUSTRY NETWORK TRAINING PREP

PARTICIPATION IN 8 COMPETITIONS

AUDITION FOR UP TO 100 AGENTS/MANAGERS/CASTING DIRECTORS

MODELING SINGING/DANCING

OR MODELING

ADMISSIONTOVIPBOOTCAMP,AGENTBREAKFAST,REDCARPET,ALLSEMINARS,GALADINNER&AWARDSNIGHT

TOTAL COST:

INDUSTRY NETWORK II

*

5 WEEKS INDUSTRY NETWORK TRAINING PREP

PARTICIPATION IN 14 COMPETITIONS- ACTING AND MODELING

AUDITION FOR UP TO 100 AGENTS/MANAGERS/CASTING DIRECTORS

AND

ADMISSIONTOVIPBOOTCAMP,AGENTBREAKFAST,REDCARPET,ALLSEMINARS,GALADINNER&AWARDSNIGHT

3 MONTHS PROFESSIONAL MARKETING PLATFORM

TOTAL COST:

1,950 USD 2,950 USD 5,995 USD 9,995

COMPETITIVE I

COMPETITIVE 2

100% OF PROGRAM FEES MUST BE PAID PRIOR TO AGENT OR MANAGER SHOWCASE

DAKOTA JOHNSON, TIPPI HEDREN, MELANIE GRIFFITH

3 GENERATIONS of JRP Success

DAKOTA JOHNSON: Fifty Shades of Grey Trilogy, Bad Times at El Royale, Beastly, Peanut Butter Falcon, Old Friend, Lost Daughter, The High Note, How to Be Single, Ben and Kate.

TIPPI HEDREN: The Birds, Marnie, A Countess from Hong Kong, Citizen Ruth, Roar, Return to Babylon, The Ghost and the Whale.

MELANIE GRIFFITH: Working Girl, Body Double, Night Moves, Buffalo Girls, Shining Through, Milk Money, Mulholland Falls, Another Day in Paradise, Hawaii Five-O, The High Note, Pirates of Somalia.

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