HAPPY SPRING!!!
It's getting busy! We hope to be able to help as many of you as possible find gigs in the industry. But don't forget you need to help yourself too!
This is a career and you have to work at it. Make sure you are the best you can be! Even the most talented continue to train and keep themselves at their A game.
Make sure you are prepared - a proper headshot and "ongoing" training are key elements to impressing a director.
We have exciting new projects on the horizon - you have to prove to the director, producer, client you are ready for their challenge!
See below for our current projects and workshop...
Make this the year you Go For It! Take on new opportunities! Learn and advance yourself! Don't miss out!
A great course to take:
"BREAKING IN"
You will learn;
- how to further your career as an actor
"BREAKING IN is a must for anyone interested in pursuing an acting career in film. I'd recommend it to anyone, whether you're pursuing background or principal roles, Lori and Jeff cover everything you'll need to know before you even step foot into an audition room. I learned how to properly prepare for an audition, what to expect, what to do (and what not to do) when I get there, as well as how to effectively deliver my best performance possible. I've signed up for courses and seminars in the past, and always felt like I didn't really take anything with me....definitely not the case with BREAKING IN. Despite having past experience in Theatre, Television, and Film, this seminar was exactly what I needed to take that much needed step towards achieving the level of success that I've always desired. Whether you're a beginner, or just looking to learn more about the craft and what is expected of you, this seminar should definitely be at the very top of your "to do" list. I left with a renewed sense of confidence, feeling refreshed, and inspired....but most of all I'm excited to put into action all of the advice and information that Jeff and Lori gave us. It actually felt like they cared and wanted to see us all succeed. I made new friends, gained new contacts, and I feel as though I've now got all the basic tools I need to take my career to the next level. Bottom line....BREAKING IN is well worth the price of admission....and then some. Thank you so much!"
Jeff Bromley
Actor/Director/Musician
What is the difference between a Casting Director and a Talent Agent/Agency?
We are often asked this question. Here is the answer;
A Talent Agent is part of an agency that works to represent talent. They actively pursue acting opportunities for their clients. For this, the client pays a commission to their agent/agency on all work they receive. The industry standard is 15%. No one should be asked to pay a fee up front to join an agency.
A Casting Director works on behalf of the production. They are hired and paid by the production to find the appropriate talent for the project. They do not respresent talent and do not take a percentage of talent's earnings.
Manitoba is the only location in North America where you don't need an agent to be involved in a film, television or commercial. And because of that many people are self represented and submit directly to us.
The two positions are very different and separate from one another.
We have no affiliation with any agencies.
We're getting rave reviews on our latest ...
WORKSHOP - "5 LINES AND UNDER"
- How do you create character with just one line?
- Is your character important to the project if you have just one line?
- How do you make your one or two lines "pop" in an audition
Most local actors land roles in the "actor" category. That is 5 lines or less.
As many of you know - there is much more to even one line than those few words!
This workshop will teach you how to prepare a nuanced and layered character for your audition even though you are delivering only a few lines.
We will work in a comfortable, supportive environment - allowing you to grow and see changes by putting what you learn into action right there in classroom!
Never underestimate the power of only a few lines - Oscars have been won on these performances!
Workshop date : MAY 5TH AND 6TH, 2012
The first one was a huge success!
Sides will be mailed out to actors 48 hours in advance. Don't wait till the last minute to register!
For more information please email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Current projects:
PROJECT WSI - VIDEO (union)
Looking for:
1. Nisha - congratulations to Reena Shah!
2. Clara - congratulations to Elena Anciro!
3. The Supervisor - congratulations to Ernesto Griffith!
4. Raul - congratulations to Carlos Romero!
5. Clara' s child - congratulations to Kaitlin!
Shoots: end of April.
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PROJECT RRB - VIDEO (non-union) Shoots: beginning of May
Looking for:
2 X ADULTS - 1M / 1F
Male - Congratulations to Shane Cooney!
Female - Congratulations to Aisha Alfa!
HEADSHOTS:
If you've ever wanted to do commercial work, please make sure we have your most current headshot and resume on file.
Mostly all non-speaking film, television and commercial roles are chosen by your photo - and if it's not a professional headshot, directors and producers don't take you seriously.
In fact the 4 people who just scored the below commercial all had professional headshots done.
We can't stress enough how much you are helping your career by having a proper headshot!
IT IS AN INVESTMENT NOT AN EXPENSE
... make the investment in yourself and your career and get a professional headshot done!
Not every photographer knows how to take a proper industry standard headshot.
Support local artists! Get your North American standard headshot done with a photographer from Winnipeg!
Next session: TBA
This always sells out!
To reserve a spot email: Headshot crew This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
If you've ever wanted to do commercial work, please make sure we have your most current headshot and resume on file.
Mostly all non-speaking film, television and commercial roles are chosen by your photo - and if it's not a professional headshot, directors and producers don't take you seriously.
Just shot:
PROJECT TCH - MOW (union)
THE CHRISTMAS HEART has now wrapped!
It is a lovely and touching family story about a teenage boy who receives a new heart for Christmas starring Teri Polo (Meet the Fockers).
Thanks to everyone who participated in making another project a wonderful success shot in Winnipeg!
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PROJECT C3P - PSA COMMERCIAL (non-union)
1. Mom - congratulations to Angie Spearing!
2. Daughter - congratulations to Aimee Cadorath!
3. Dad - congratulations to Roy Nelson!
4. Son - congratulations to Garnet Verhaeghe!
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PROJECT SA II - animated full feature (non-union)
Congratulations to the following actors who landed roles:
Gene Pyrz, Pete Hudson, Laurie Mustard, Bernard Boland, Gary Jarvis, Naz Infante and Tristan Mackid
Don't miss your chance! Continue to check in and stay tuned for this year's projects...
PROJECT CAA: commercial (non-union)
Shoot dates: TBA - still waiting for more snow and cold temperatures! Congratulations and "break a leg" to the below local talent...
Spot #1: "NEIGHBOURS"
1 x female - congratulations Virine Bahadoosingh!
1 x male husband - congratulations Erik Athavale!
1 x male neighbour - congratulations Roy Nelson!
Spot #2: "THEN AND NOW"
1 x female motorist - congratulations Angie Spearing!
1 x male CAA employee - congratulations Craig Harrison!
PROJECT DR (non-union commercial):
Two (ice) skaters - have fun shooting your commercial with a Winnipeg Jets player this month to:
1 X male - congratulations Wyatt Alexander!
1 X female - congratulations Jackie Smith!
Commercial is for company sponsoring upcoming Jets game.
Those chosen will be shooting the commercial with A WINNIPEG JET IN THE MTS CENTRE!!
And it will be seen on the jumbo tron during a Jets home game!
Don't lose the momentum! Stay active in your pursuits!!!
We have received wonderful and inspiring emails from many of you that caught the buzz from being on the set of GOON, LUCKY CHRISTMAS and other projects!
If you are interested in future work - such a being featured or in a commercial or even auditioning for a role YOU MUST have a good headshot!
Directors and producers will not take you seriously if you do not have one!
This is your calling card - your first and sometimes only chance to make a good impression!
If you are interested in getting a good headshot done but don't know where to go, please email us and we will help you make an informed decision.
"This is an investment not an expense"
I am proud to have been in a business that gives pleasure, creates beauty, and awakens our conscience, arouses compassion, and perhaps most importantly, gives millions a respite from our so violent world.
PROJECT MASA: feature (union)
MY AWKWARD SEXUAL ADVENTURE
That's a wrap! Thanks to all who came out for this adventure!
Please be sure to support this made in Manitoba featuring Manitoba talent feature film when it hits the theatres. We will keep you posted on release dates.
We are so proud of the great successes Jonas and Sean have become. And can't thank them enough for bringing their project home!
A bit about the project...
We love it when talented people remember their roots and come home!
How exciting to have National talents; writer/actor JONAS CHERNICK and director SEAN GARRITY come back from Toronto with their project.
This romantic comedy stars JONAS CHERNICK as conservative accountant Jordan Abrams. To win back his unsatisfied ex-girlfriend, Jordan enlists the help of Julia - an uninhibited exotic dancer - to guide him on a quest for sexual experience, leading him into a world of strip clubs, sensual massage parlors, cross dressing and S & M.
PROJECT POS - Feature (union):
What a thrill it was to spend the end of our summer working with local talents; writer/director/producer -Jeremy Torrie and actor/producer Adam Beach (we can still claim him as a local right lol!)
They along with the other fabulous local talent, out of town talent and great collective crew made for a wonderful experience for all involved.
...and I think Jeremy's script made us all a little smarter - or if not, then definitely more enlightened!
Can't wait to see the end results! Congratulations and thanks to everyone involved for making this a memorable and positive experience.
PROJECT CP - Feature (union):
CLASS PROJECT is a feature film starring Abigail Breslin and Mira Sorvino.
Teenage sisters SANDRA and BETH have been at the mercy of their sad alcoholic mother - and her abusive boyfriends - for as far back as they can remember. The situation is getting worse with each passing day and no one seems willing to help, so the sisters decide to take matters into their own hands and put their mother out of her misery. But when they take some high school friends into their confidence, they complicate what could have been the perfect crime...
We are now wrapped on this project and would like to thank all those involved in making it such a successful shoot!
Sometimes you have the great fortune to work on a project with some of the best. We had that experience with the above the line on this one! and we are truly delighted to have been part of the project! Here's hoping we see more of producer turned director, the talented Mr. Stanley Brooks and the always level, calm and smiling producer Damian Ganczewski.
Thanks again locally to Juliette Hagopian of Juliejette Inc for bringing this one to town!
PROJECT C - ad campaign (non-union):
Congratulations to Kevin Aichele who was chosen to play both roles in this project!
PROJECT ACU - commercial (non-union):
Congratulations to the talent chosen for this project! It is already airing on local channels!
PROJECT LC - MOW for HALLMARK channel (union)
"LUCKY CHRISTMAS"
Thank you to everyone who participated! Program your PVRs!
This project will premiere in Canada on the W Network on Thursday December 1st around 6:00 p.m. - check local listings for exact time!
You don't want to miss this one starring Winnipeg's very own Mitchell Kummen!
Thanks locally to Juliette Hagopian of Juliejette Inc for bringing this one to town!
PROJECT MTS - commercial (non-union)
Congratulations to the chosen cast! As it happens, this project was also open to Toronto talent and they went with 3 from here and two from there - way to go local talent!!
Once again we thank Frantic for this project and the opportunity to work with the award winning director Yael Staav.
Please take the time to enjoy this commercial when you see it!
PROJECT S: Corporate video (union)
Congratulations to the ACTRA actors who landed this gig!
The client was very impressed with the level of talent we brought out.
PROJECT M: National commercial (union)
The talented ACTRA hockey players of Winnipeg along with the hockey playing boys in Brandon are still riding a high having shot a national Molson beer commercial at the end of March! Now the hockey season has started we all look forward to catching it on TV.
What a thrill to be part of the experience!
PROJECT NC: ad campaign (non-union)
What a wonderful feeling to be part of a new HIV awareness campaign!
Please watch for posters and billboards coming out soon!
And no matter who you are - play safe!!
PROJECT RI: Corporate in-house information video (non-union)
Congratulations to the talented people chosen for this project!
And we thank Centric for the opportunity to work with their dynamite team!
PROJECT D: Commercial (non-union)
We thank Frantic Films commercial division once again for this opportunity!
Congratulations to those chosen for the commercial.
Everyone was picked from their headshot - never under estimate the value of having a good professional headshot!
PROJECT MGEU: Commercial (union)
We continue to be so proud of the talent in our Province!
The client had no problem finding exactly who they needed for their upcoming commercial.
In fact, we are pleased to say it took some deliberation to narrow it down to the 12 cast!
Congratulations to those selected! And for all the rest of you - job well done on your auditions and know we will be calling again in the near future with more opportunities!
Thank you Frantic Films commercial division for this opportunity!
PROJECT G: GOON - Feature (union) - premiered at TIFF 2011!!
What a fun adventure this project was!
We feel so lucky to have been part of this very funny hockey comedy! Big thank yous to our incredibly talented director Michael Dowse, the always entertaining co-writer and actor Jay Baruchel, "Hollywood's Man in Canada" producer Don Carmody and the one who kept it all rolling ex-Winnipegger - line producer and production manager Hartley Gorenstein!
We thank you too! All of those who participated in making this project another success story for the Manitoba film industry! And congratulations - to the hard working crew on a job well done and all the talented local actors who received roles in this project!
Go see GOON now!
Project HD: HELLO, DARLING now renamed PASSIONFLOWER - premiered at VIFF 2011!!
Please see the beautiful PASSIONFLOWER trailer now on the website: Hello Darling
... and don't forget to become an 'Hello Darling' Facebook friend!
Thank you to the lovelies; Shelagh Carter (writer and director) and Polly Washburn (producer) for allowing us to be part of this magical production.
PROJECT CI: CASHING IN SEASON 3
We are thrilled to have done the principal casting for CI III! This highly successful series is almost entirely guided by incredibly talented women at the helm! Directed by Norma Bailey and Tracey Deer, produced by Vanessa Loewen of Animiki See Digital Productions, Jean Du Toit of Buffalo Gal pictures, and Tina Keeper who also appears as AURA SPHERE in the series!
Be sure to show your support for locally produced projects and watch this action packed series! Check out the fab CASHING IN website
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