CONSULTING + TRAINING
personalized gender consulting + trans literacy training //
personalized gender consulting + trans literacy training //
Max is available for hire as a gender + script consultant, sensitivity reader, and trans literacy trainer both in-person and virtually.
Max is a CPR-certified, First Aid-certified, and Youth Mental Health First Aid-certified educator with 10+ years of teaching experience. He offers multiple payment options for financial accessibility, including payment plans/installment agreements, skill/resource trades, sliding scale and pay-what-you-can rates. If you are interested in hiring Max to lead a training for your organization, consult on a film or theatrical project, or collaborate on designing trans-inclusive protocol, please complete the contact form below.
PERSONALIZED OFFERINGS:
GENDER + SCRIPT CONSULTING AND SENSITIVITY READING
DESCRIPTION:
Max is a trained and experienced Gender Consultant and Educator who specializes in helping craft authentic, nuanced, and compelling trans stories that represent the real lived experiences of people of marginalized genders.
WHAT MAX OFFERS:
Language support for casting calls, character breakdowns, press releases and other marketing collateral, etc.
Collaboration with writers, directors, dramaturgs, and designers
Guidance and education for institutions at large, including artistic and company management staff, front of house teams, etc.
Facilitation of safe and inclusive environments for trans artists
Gender-affirming acting, voice, and resume coaching for trans artists
… and more!
“I know that my script wouldn’t be complete without Max’s input. Initially, I approached him to assist in my understanding of trans experiences, to ensure the writing of my main character was reflective of that community, but he provided me with guidance surpassing that narrow expectation. Through his work, I revised my script with an even wider lens in regards to gender and queer dynamics as a whole, noticing how all of my characters interact in a way I was blind to noticing. Through my work with Max, I found the core themes that my script needed to tell the story I wanted to contribute to the world. He met me with generosity, precision, and wisdom. It was the most productive notes session I could have ever asked for.” — Katherine, screenwriter + recent client
RATES + ADDITIONAL INFO
READY-MADE OFFERINGS:
WORKSHOP: TGNC2S+ IDENTITIES IN THEATRE
DESCRIPTION:
Are you a cisgender writer, actor, director, or other theatre artist interested in learning about how to support transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming identities in your work? This workshop is for you. Think of this like a "Trans 101" crash course. This foundational class covers definitions, pronouns, writing inclusive character descriptions, fostering safe casting and rehearsal environments, and more. You'll also have an opportunity to ask questions about supporting TGNC2S+ identities in a judgment-free zone.
NOTE: While this workshop is designed for cisgender artists, TGNC2S+ artists are welcome to attend and participate.
Topics covered: trans history and definitions, pronouns, writing inclusive character descriptions, casting, directing, marketing, fostering inclusive rehearsal spaces, advocacy, and more.
Length: 1.5-2 hours
Above: Three presentation slides from “TGNC2S+ Identities in Theatre.”
NEW! WORKSHOP: YOU BELONG HERE! GETTING INTO THEATRE AS A TRANS PERSON
DESCRIPTION:
Above: Two presentation slides from “You Belong Here! Getting Into Theatre as a Trans Person.”
Designed for both TGNC2S+ folks looking to deepen their existing theatre practice and TGNC2S+ folks interested in exploring theatre for the first time, this workshop spotlights trans theatre artists who are working professionally and explores opportunities to break into the field on and offstage. The presentation concludes with a Q&A/open discussion.
NOTE: While this workshop is designed for TGNC2S+ people, cisgender people are welcome to attend.
Topics covered: theatrical disciplines, theatre jobs, trans theatre organizations, working trans theatre artists, networking and community-building opportunities, and more.
Length: 1-1.5 hours
WORKSHOP TESTIMONIALS:
“‘You Belong Here!’ was an informative and empowering event that explored the diverse opportunities and resources available to support trans individuals within theatre. Participants had the valuable opportunity to hear firsthand experiences from trans professionals in the industry. As a result, members of the TMP community left inspired, with a clearer vision of their own potential futures in theatre.”
— Carter Roberts // Program Director, Sam & Devorah Foundation for Trans Youth
Max and a special guest — theatrical casting professional Charlie Hano (he/him) — facilitated “You Belong Here! Getting Into Theatre as a Trans Person” for the Sam & Devorah Foundation’s Trans Mentor Project’s community of trans mentors and mentees on Thursday, September 19th, 2024.
“Thanks to Max for an amazing PG Education Event. … Max spoke brilliantly about this topic.”
— Mike Lesser // Founder + Artistic Director, The PlayGround Experiment
Max facilitated “TGNCS2+ Identities in Theatre” for The PlayGround Experiment’s community of playwrights and other theatre artists on Friday, May 27th, 2022. It was an honor to lead this organization’s first-ever trans identity training!