Melissa and Summer have worked with top directors, acting coaches and schools in Los Angeles and New York City, / worked on countless sets / spent hundreds of thousands of dollars and 45+ years to condense all that they have learned into a comprehensive and financially feasible program / that will prepare you for a career in acting for film and television. Summer helps you wade through all the information so that you do not waste your time and money and get straight to the practical knowledge that you need to land those auditions!

EXCEL Academy is a development center that has served Arkansas since 1986. Our international award-winning curriculum was created from over 45+ years of experience in the entertainment and business industries. We teach our students effective skills & techniques to be successful in any industry they choose to pursue. EXCEL's program has empowered countless models and actors to excel both personally and professionally. Whether your goal is personal development or a firm foundation for a career in modeling or acting, our academy will enable you to focus on your technique while at the same time enrich your life with newfound confidence!

Our founder, Melissa Moody, has over 45 years of experience working in the modeling and entertainment industries. Melissa started EXCEL in 1986 to share her knowledge and then 14+ years of experience with aspiring models and actors.

Melissa has written an international award-winning curriculum that has been updated every 6 months with real-time industry information. We have had the privilege of teaching our students’ children and even grandchildren.