Shine on set with SCAD faculty
SCAD acting professors bring years of professional experience and deep industry connections to the classroom. SCAD faculty members are award-winning actors and veteran behind-the-scenes staff who are still active in the field, but their most coveted roles are preparing students for success at SCAD and beyond.
"Our amazing faculty lead students to understand and own a variety of tools, such as auditioning techniques, acting methodologies, and the business of acting to ensure success in the professional world. Our alumni are currently starring in television series and movies, on Broadway, and on the finest classical stages in the country."
Mark Tymchyshyn | Chair, acting, creative directorYour sources to showbiz
SCAD acting professors are dedicated to creating once-in-a-lifetime opportunities just for you. SCAD students are connected to the acting world through guest speakers, critiques, portfolio reviews, and more. Their Hollywood contacts lead to internships, mentorships, and often real-world job opportunities for students.
SCAD acting faculty have starred in the following shows and films or worked for the following companies:
- Scandal
- Dopesick
- May December
- The Walking Dead
- Perry Mason
- Key & Peele
- Juror #2
- The Big Bang Theory
The stage to succeed
Professors who guide and facilitate incredible career opportunities is just one component of the SCAD student experience. At SCAD, you can do it all: connect with visiting actors and professionals, take advantage of cutting-edge facilities and resources, and mingle with Hollywood elite, visiting artists, and other professionals at SCAD signature events.
Learn more about the acting student experience