Where
creativity
meets
possibility.

Kot Creative Studios

A professional Vancouver Acting Studio for working and emerging Film & Television actors.

Creative Director & Lead Coach
James Kot

Where
creativity
meets
possibility.

Kot Creative Studios

A professional Vancouver Acting Studio for working and emerging Film & Television actors.

Creative Director & Lead Coach
James Kot

Where creativity meets possibility.

Kot Creative Studios,

a professional Vancouver Acting Studio for working and emerging Film & Television actors.

Coach James Kot

At Kot Creative Studios, we curate & explore unique tools to enhance an actor's flexibility, range, confidence, and craft for vibrant on-screen performances.

About

Tools not rules.

As an Actor & Coach, James offers a passionate and insightful look into the craft, emphasizing story & text analysis, on-camera technique, personal truth, and presence.

Learn more

About

Tools not rules.

As an Actor & Coach, James offers a passionate and insightful look into the craft, emphasizing story & text analysis, on-camera technique, personal truth, and presence.

Learn more

Classes

Crafting artistic freedom.

Our curriculum is developed to offer specialized tools for the actor that promote a state of play & authenticity, enabling the performer to maximize their success in our highly competitive industry.

Get Into Class

For Youth Classes, visit kingcreativestudios.com

Classes

Crafting artistic freedom.

Our curriculum is developed to offer specialized tools for the actor that promotes a state of play and authenticity, enabling the performer to maximize for success in our highly competitive industry.

Get Into Class

For Youth Classes, visit kingcreativestudios.com

Featured Classes

Film Lab

On-camera techniques for film & television… [READ MORE]

Company Class

On-going scene study for dedicated actors… [READ MORE]

Audition Lab

Increase the bookability of your auditions!… [READ MORE]

Accent + Scene Study

Investigate dialects through award-winning plays… [READ MORE]

Coaching

Great coaching. Great performances.

Whether you're auditioning or you've booked the role, we enable you to thrive on-set or help you get there.

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Natalie Sharp

"I found Kot Creative Studios when I needed a safe space to challenge myself and James creates just that. A supportive space where dedicated, like-minded artists come to ignite their passion, and to grow. I immediately felt a part of a family, and found I was able to bring more of myself to my acting than ever before. With James' guidance, insights, and emphasis on play, I found myself regaining confidence week after week, and ultimately fell in love with the craft all over again. I have James, and this studio to thank for that."

Natalie Sharp (The Flash, Wilderness, Hit the Road)

Brittany Palmer

"Rich in connection and community, James offers actors a deep dive into storytelling while exploring artistry through a variety of lenses. This approach encourages discovery, allowing you to celebrate the process rather than simply focus on the destination. By providing feedback that is both thoughtful and actionable, James has created a learning environment that nurtures growth and equips actors with the tools to realize their potential. James’ class and coaching have been instrumental in my development. The challenges, mentorship and insight that he’s provided have been invaluable."

Brittany Palmer (Monarch: Legacy of Monsters)

Kyra Leroux

"James is an inspiring mentor and collaborator whose guidance has been instrumental in my acting journey. At Kot Creative Studios, James has created a magical, safe space for artists to thrive. His classes are a support network free of judgement, where I’m encouraged to be myself, feel it all, and explore each scene from a place of joy and abundance. James welcomes creative impulses, and helps me to specify and hone them. He is a true community builder who empowers actors by giving them the space and guidance to reach their full potential."

Kyra Leroux (CW's Riverdale & Firefly Lane, NETFLIX)

Students in the Spotlight

In the Spotlight with Teddy Ngkaion & Rahat Saini

In the Spotlight with
Atlas Turkmen & Doug Van Loan!

Our next Film Lab Feature is on Atlas Turkmen & Doug Van Loan! They are both recent West Coast transplants from out East, hailing from Toronto! [READ MORE]