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 a straightforward speaker with a wicked sense of humor eager to empower others to do what they need to do to succeed. 

Upcoming :​​

• teaching artist -Scott Powers Studios Film & TV masterclass 7.23.20 via ZOOM

​Some past engagements include:

• Industry guest -Laughing Buddha New Comic Showcase 2.3.18
• Guest Q&A host-Santa Fe Independent Film Festival 2018
• industry guest critic for  Actors Insite June 2017
• Teaching-Real Deal master class series with agents and casting directors 2.2-3.9 at Scott Powers Studios
• Teacher-Real deal lecture w/ Traci Luthy, agent at Take 3. 7.25
• Guest Speaker-FilmShop Manhattan 
• Judge-Manhattan Monologue Slam. 8.21
•  teacher for 5 week Film & TV audition master class at The Players Club NY. 11/16, 11/30, 12/.7, 12/14, 12/21. sold out
• lead panelist for working with agents, managers and casting directors at the Bushwick Film Fest 2015 & 2016
• 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 2015 & 2016.
• 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