Talent Casting and Wrangling
Is your dog just waiting to be discovered? Is he cuter, smarter, and more talented then all those dogs you see in the movies or in ads?
If you've ever wondered about the world of animal modeling and acting and want to find out if your dog has the right stuff, I can help!
I have several classes and workshops that will get you started off right - Hollywood Dog™ 101 and 201. Please check out these class descriptions and registration information under the TRAINING tab.
I will answer your questions and more as I guide you through acting in-and-outs -
- What types of animals work and why
- What skills are needed for live action, video, and still photo shoots
- What to know for success on set - human AND animal
- How to package your animal for agents and casting directors
- What to include in your animal's training program to increase his marketability
- Creative problem solving on set
- How to build enthusiasm and "happiness" to work
Services to the Industry - What do you need to complete your project?
I provide Talent Scout and Wrangler services and source all animal talent for the Texas market and beyond. As a Master Trainer, Canine Behavior Specialist, & Certified Professional Dog Trainer, I also source, train, and wrangle dog talent for print, media, live action, and film projects. I can respond and fill casting requests quickly, and working with BEAST animal representation, can provide experienced and vetted candidates from an extensive stable of animal talent - any species!
I also provide consulting services to producers - from pre-production to wrap on all the animal-related scenes, action, and compliance with American Humane’s guidelines - including breaking down scripts and workups to understand what animals and skills are needed.
Bio -
Traci Murdock, CPDT-KA, is a Master Trainer, Canine Behavior Specialist, and Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and she is a Talent Scout and Wrangler. She has trained dogs and their humans for over 11 years. Traci's expertise includes pet dog issues, nutrition, behavior issues, dog sports and activities, and rescue and adoption, and she has experience in just about any dog-related subject. Traci volunteers as a behavior consultant and trainer for rescues and shelters.
Traci Murdock, CPDT-KA, is a Master Trainer, Canine Behavior Specialist, and Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and she is a Talent Scout and Wrangler. She has trained dogs and their humans for over 11 years. Traci's expertise includes pet dog issues, nutrition, behavior issues, dog sports and activities, and rescue and adoption, and she has experience in just about any dog-related subject. Traci volunteers as a behavior consultant and trainer for rescues and shelters.
Traci created the Hollywood Dog™ class to teach owners the skills necessary to break into show business and Reactive Dog™ classes to help people learn to manage their dogs’ out of control behaviors and teach the dog the skills needed to have more normal interactions with the world around them. She prides herself on creating rewarding relationships between dogs and owners by equipping them with the knowledge to lead a happy and healthy life together.
Clients / Credits - Partial List
- Red Wing Movie - Integrity Film Productions
- Barney
- The Wiz - Dallas Theater Center
- The Ghost of Goodnight Lane - Media World
- Dallas Morning News
- Neiman Marcus
- Brookstone
- T-Mobile
- D Magazine
- Four Legged Fashion / Fashion Group International of Dallas
- Golf Digest
- Texas Monthly
- Sprit Magazine - Southwest Airlines
- Pappa John's
- Pier One
- Will Roger's Follies - Grapevine Theatre
- Paw Safe
- HEB
- PetSmart (print and film)
- Brookshire's
- Spike TV
- Frito Lay
- Animal Planet
- JCPenney
- Tyson
- Vet Meds
- Hooray for the Underdog!
- Austin Humane Society
- Frontgate
- Sam's Club
- Horchow
- Banfield
- Texas State Lotto
Upcoming Classes
The Nose Knows, Level 1 - Intro to Geoscenting
Wednesday, 12:00pm – Pappy's Pet Lodge (Roanoke)
Session Begins: June 19, 2013
Instuctor: Sarah Lowell
Cost $175.00 – 90 minutes
Advanced Rally - Ongoing
Friday, 9:00am – Pappy's Pet Lodge (Roanoke)
Session Begins: June 21, 2013
Instuctor: Sarah Lowell
Cost $90.00 – 50 minutes
Hollywood Dog™ 101
Sunday, 4:00pm – What A Great Dog
Session Begins: June 23, 2013
Instuctor: Traci Murdock
Cost $175.00 – 50 minutes
