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BIO: credits include hosting 52 episodes On The Water-C31
https://fb.watch/fAjFE4sy8H/
Lead in short film Big Rig https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aa_ZjT-BZGY
Lead for Nadiyas Challenge (documentary) http://tinyurl.com/h5h5s6l
Supporting in a short film “For our dear leader”, currently in post production
Supporting for “Dirty Little Secrets” currently in post production
I am an international sports commentator, comedian, MC and voice radio ads for various sports

BIO: David Freudenstein is a Melbourne based Actor and Musician who began his career in the industry at age 6. He attended The Australian Theatre for Young People at the Sydney Theatre Company from age 12. It was here he developed a love for theatre and performance, earning roles in Richard Tullochs Year 9 R Animals, and Down Under The Thumb alongside Tony Helou (Dogs in Space. As a 14 year old, David created the iconic Triple J Breakfast persona of 'Dave from Dulwich Hill'. Performing a weekly segment, often in studio, with then presenters Adam Spencer and Wil Anderson (Gruen Transfer).
His talents didn't go unnoticed, and as a child actor, David began appearing in assorted TVCs and also landed a role in a Pilot for a fox network series alongside Barry Otto, Brett Climo and Kate Fischer. Since moving to Melbourne in 2003, David has been performing music in the thriving Music scene and has released several albums. Having graduated from RMIT in 2014, David has also produced several albums music for other performers such as the Ocean Party and Lost Animal.

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BIO: Paul Wanis is an eloquent, charismatic, sophisticated and versatile actor. A physical comedian with unboundless energy, Paul can keep up with the best but also be very serious and dramatic when required. Paul speaks French fluently and can also do a wide range of accents.

Paul is highly expressive and is also a qualified Sign Language Interpreter.

Coming from a highly diverse ethnic background (a mix of Greek, French, Armenian, Syrian and Macedonian - and that's just his grandparents!), he is able to channel the vibrant emotions that embodies these cultures. He is a father to three (20, 18, 10) and has been working as a high level executive in the food industry for the past 20 years. He now runs a group of small busnesses that afford him the flexibility to pursue his passion for acting.

Recently, he's returned to amateur theatre after a 20+ year hiatus.

BIO: Paul Robertson has been a professional actor for over 25 years with multiple stage and screen credits, national campaign advertising, voice over and narration work. He has sung solo, choral, and character, and learnt choreo for musicals. He has been engaged in role play business training work for the Melbourne business school and the Mt Eliza centre for executive learning for over 10 years. He has experience as a writer for new Australian theatre and has coached actors for auditions and in character development and has trained actors in actor process.

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BIO: I am a freelance illustrator and animation graduate living in Melbourne.

I have had experience working as an extra for several productions in the last few years including Miss Fisher’s Murder Modern Mysteries, The Newsreader, The Clearing and others. I really enjoy it and would like to pick up more work. I am currently represented by Real people but am looking to switch agencies.

I am also working as a life model. I have previously worked as a library officer at the State Library of Victoria. In my spare time I am part of a historical reenactment dance group (the Courtly Arts Performers of Victoria), and I enjoy sewing, fashion, writing, singing and listening to podcasts.

I have high availability as I can set my own hours for my illustration work. I have my own car, an ABN and a Working with Children Check.

Thank you for considering me.

BIO: Monique recently began extra work in tv commercials, film & tv series in Melbourne, having previously briefly worked in London. With a background in Advertising Account Management and Production Casting, she understands the industry and what is required. She is personable, reliable and available.

BIO: Having recently completed her undergraduate degree in Performing Arts at Monash University, Alana has played roles in classical and modern plays from playwrights such as Shakespeare and Chekhov as well as new contemporary plays and devised performances. Recently she has been involved in a live interactive haunted house where she played an evil little red riding hood and a jealous and blood thirsty step sister. Other than completing her Bachelor of Performing Arts, Alana has completed her Certificate ii and iii in acting for screen at the Australian College of Dramatic Arts (ACDA) as well as completing a part-time “Young Actors Studio” course at NIDA and multiple short courses with NIDA and VCA. Alana’s talents and hobbies, other than acting, include singing, playing the piano, playing all sports, basketball being her favourite, canvas painting and sketching. She enjoys trying new and creative things and is currently teaching herself to play the guitar. Her dream is to become a diverse and world renowned actress and she is looking forward to the day she wins her Academy Award.

BIO: Hailing from Adelaide, Rachel performed annually at the Adelaide Fringe Festival before travelling to New York to study Meisner with Ward Studios. Since relocating to Melbourne, Rachel has been cast in numerous national TVC's and TV roles including Wentworth, ABC's Seven Types of Ambiguity, Neighbours and House Husbands. Rachel has recently landed lead theatre roles in Melbourne, playing Tess in Joanna Murray Smith's comedic 'Female of the Species' and Katie in Pawprint Productions 'Waterchild'.

BIO: Jessirose has years of experience in TV, film & commercials. Her acting work spans from various roles in commercials, feature films, theatre, sketch comedy & TV, on stage and screen. She has been involved in major Hollywood productions & feature films, such as Ricky Stanicky, Betterman, The Royal Hotel, Warnie & Late Night with the Devil, as well as principal roles in local theatre productions. She has also worked on projects picked up by all leading Australian networks (Safe Home, 5 Bedrooms, Surviving Summer & more), as well as being the host, writer and producer of light entertainment YouTube series Bump, drawing in 50,000-plus views in one season. Jessirose has expanded into dramatic roles while refining her craft at Brave Studios. Additionally, she has freelanced as a set painter & prop maker in the art department for local productions, commercials & major feature films, including The True History of the Kelly Gang & Blacklight.

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BIO: Jack is an experienced performer on screen, stage, and in the sound booth. His most recent exploits have sent him to China performing Benedick in Much Ado About Nothing with the Australian International Opera Company, performing Modern Norman Bates for White Pages, letting his geek flag fly as the MC at Oz Comic Con Melbourne and selling possum dung as coffee beans in the radio play "Jamoke".

BIO: I am an accomplished and energetic General Manager with 11 years of relevant experience working at community-based RTOs and private colleges. My approach centres on developing positive relationships with colleagues and students, being highly organised, and continually striving for excellence.

Beyond my professional accomplishments, I am a vibrant individual with diverse interests. From strumming the guitar to Latin dancing, speaking Spanish, exploring nature through hiking, and travelling around the world. I am a proud supporter of the Western Bulldogs and Australian Cricket Team.

BIO: Travis has over 25 years performing experience as a 9 time Australian Irish Dance Champion and has achieved a 4th placing at the World Championships. He has spent 2 years traveling the World as a full time dancer in the “Gael-force Dance” Irish Dance troupe, as well as Australian and New Zealand tours with bands such as the Chieftans and singer Sarah McLachlan. Travis has experience working on many advertisements and t.v. shows including rush, city homicide, neighbours, offspring, and winners and losers, as well as being featured in an Etihad Medallion Club advertisement. In his spare time, Travis’ hobbies include playing competition tennis, swimming and getting outdoors.

BIO: I am a 52 year old mother of 3 almost adult children.
I have over the years been lucky to have had some experience of being an extra for Films, TV series and Commercials. Such as…. Neighbours, Judy and Punch, Cadbury Chocolate and recently the Netflix mini series Apple Cider Vinegar .
I am a very creative and happy person, who loves being around creative people and places.

BIO: Julie is excited and passionate about pursing a career change from a professional Accountant to become a TV and film actor

BIO: Training

2018 NIDA Screen Acting Techniques
2016 NIDA TV Presenting Techniques
2015 Victoria's Models Diploma in Grooming, Deportment, Etiquette and Modelling 2015 Canberra Academy of Dramatic Art Certificate III in performance

Commercial

2018 Funeral Attendee Westpac Finch, Christopher Riggert 2018 Fitness Type Lower Limber , Jimmy Logue
2017 Extra Googong Wildbear Productions,
2015 Date #2 Tatt's On Tatt's Off , Phillip Meadows
2015 Extra Visit Canberra Positiveape

Feature Film

2018 Extra Integrity Fox Studios,

Short Film

2017 CIT Producer Lights Canberra Action Film Festival , Ashlee Robertson
2017 Lead Lights Canberra Action Film Festival , Dev Senda
2017 Eve Gift , Dev Senda

Television

2018 Staff Worker Secret City 2 SECRET CITY PRODUCTIONS PTY LTD, Video
2013 Musician Shark Tank , Mark F Corporate Work
2018 Featured Extra Corporate Initiatives Case Study ABS Canberra Baston Films, Colin Skyba

Model
2018 Model Bridal Opening The ODIM Store, Kate Haynes 2017 Student ANU Capstone Editing, Dr Lisa Lines
2017 Catwalk RAW Showcase The Petticoat Studio, Sussan S 2017 Hair Model GHD ,
2015 Model Emily Davidson Photography, Emily Davidson 2015 Editorial CIT Exhibition , Daniel Liebeck
2015 Fitness Type The Code 2 ,

Music Video
2016 Dancer House Of Strangers , Ashlee Robertson

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BIO: Melissa has been on dancing on stage since the tender age of 6 years old. Adding to her repertoire instruments, singing an acting while growing up in New York City. Since moving to Australia in 2013 she has been performing for children with hey dee ho music doing concerts in Wyndham area. Adding emcee along to her many talents for the past two years has been emceeing Christmas Carol events as well as singing in them. Currently she is dancing with Dance Nation Academy and traveling to Disney with them in 2020. Along with sining backing vocals as well as playing the cajon for EP launches for new singers, performing in music videos for Teskey brothers and Michelle Gardiner, a made by milk commercial, acting in film for Pandora productions, she is slowly making her mark in the industry in Melbourne. Melissa is the hardest working person in the room while enjoying working in her craft. Easy to work with and happy to give it a go. Melissa is also an outdoor enthusiast, is trained in bushwalking, rock climbing, and archery and yoga.

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BIO: I am a professional communications and marketing executive - having worked on many advertising campaigns including TVCs. I've had to hire talent and I have been an extra myself in professional and volunteer capacities - so I understand the industry and the requirements of the role of an extra.
I have also had an extensive career in professional speaking engagements to small and large audiences. I am available on short notice.

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BIO: After graduating as an Architectual Draftsman, Isaac worked in the architecture field until deciding to pursue more creative fields.

At this point Isaac started his journey into living off of his two loves, acting and painting. He has since held five solo exhibitions, and done promotional launches with ethical companies such as TOMS as well as illustrating band posters, film posters and book covers.

Acting however will always come first and despite his love for screen work Isaac does at least one live production a year to keep himself sharp.

2018 was a year of highs for Isaac, recently staring in the Audience Choice film for the 48hr film fest, playing a bit part in the Olivia Newton-John biopic, as well as landing leading roles in multiple commercials and print shoots.

Isaac enjoys using his talents to support good causes, staring in commercials for Salvos, the Stroke Foundation and recently being a featured artist for International Free Comic Book Day to raise funds for Beyond Blue and donating the sales from his debut comic to Beyond Blue, as well as teaming up with TOMS Australia to design a custom shoe inspired by his latest exhibition to auction off for Save the Children.

Career highlights include his guest starring role in the Australian sitcom 'Fix Her Up' on foxtel, playing the lead role in Iris' music video 'the Chase', winner of three Australian Independent Music Video Awards.

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BIO: Matt was born in Melbourne, Australia in East Brighton. He attended St Kevins College and then completed a Degree in Sports Science & Marketing, moving on to study Drama full time at the Film & Television Studio. His mother Marina is of Greek heritage and his father Nick is Greek/Cypriot.

Matt is trained in Muay Thai kickboxing, Military close quarter combat weapons & gun handling, stunts & defensive driving.

Matt is known for his role as "Noah" in the Indie Thriller Rage, "Supps" in the action short - NightShift, “Zack” in the action packed feature Black Site & 'Dylan Norris' in Newtons Law.