Teaching & Speaking 

Richard has been invited as an industry expert to speak to thousands of students, parents and professionals on panels, teaching classes, leading workshops and judging talent. He's known for being straightforward with a wicked sense of humor; eager to empower others to do what they need to do to succeed. 

Upcoming :​​

• Teaching artist - Exxel showcase. Film & TV masterclass  

​Some past engagements include:

• Industry guest -Laughing Buddha New Comic Showcase 
• Guest Q&A host-Santa Fe Independent Film Festival 
• industry guest critic for  Actors Insite (several years)
• Teaching-Real Deal master class series with agents and casting directors  at Scott Powers Studios
• Teacher-Real deal lecture w/ Traci Luthy, agent at Take 3
• Guest Speaker-FilmShop Manhattan 
• Judge-Manhattan Monologue Slam.
•  Teacher for 5 week Film & TV audition master class at The Players Club NY.  sold out
• lead panelist for working with agents, managers and casting directors at the Bushwick Film Fest multiple years
• one of the most popular judges for the monthly talent showcase Manhattan Monologue Slam
• pitch perfect competition judge and industry meet & greet for New Orleans Film Festival multiple years
• various lectures and panels at Scott Powers Studios including emerging Casting Directors forum.
• speaker at Global Tech Prep screenwriting apprenticeship after school program in Harlem.
• career day speaker for P.S.05 Elle Laurie in the Bronx