Episodes

  • Lewis/Kay Casting - The Working Actor - Ep 123
    Mar 3 2021

    Omari is joined by Jenny Lewis & Sara Kay of Lewis/Kay Casting (The Boys, What We Do In The Shadows, Letterkenny). Jenny & Sara share their stories on how they became Casting Directors, explain the process of Casting and the position they are in when auditioning Talent, the importance on matching 'tone' in an audition for a show currently on air, and tips for Self Taping at home.

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    16 mins
  • Nutritionist Kyle Buchanan - The Working Actor Ep 130
    Mar 2 2021

    Omari sits down with Actor and Nutritionist Kyle Buchanan (Global TV's The Morning Show, Backstage Magazine). Buchanan shares tricks and tools to help actors feel their best, and subsequently perform at their best when the time comes. We learn which foods to avoid when battling anixety, the importance of self talk, breathing, and the holy grail that is tea!

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    19 mins
  • Producer Kevin Krikst - The Working Actor - Ep 128
    Mar 2 2021

    Omari is joined by Producer Kevin Krikst (Rhombus Media: Closet Monster, Possessor, Disappearance at Clifton Hill). Krikst shares his journey from film school to producing his first feature. The two discuss the importance of being abe to multitask, and the role patience plays when working to make a film. Krikst shares his thoughts on social media and reputation, how Canadian media is perceived, and what companies can do to improve diversity in media both on screen and behind the camera.

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    18 mins
  • Casting Associate Allen Hooper - The Working Actor - Ep 127
    Mar 2 2021

    Christopher Bennett sits down with Casting Associate, Allen Hooper (Modern Family, Ugly Betty, Superior Donuts). Hooper discusses being the associate for the entire run of Modern Family and the role he plays alongside the Casting Director. Hooper shares the excitment that comes with pilot season, and offers his tips on how to self tape like a professional.

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    17 mins
  • Everything Motion Capture w/ Graham Qually - The Working Actor - Ep 126
    Mar 2 2021

    Omari Newton interviews Graham Qually (Founder & President of Beyond Capture Studios). We learn about the world of Motion Capture and what a typical day would like for an Actor 'in the suit'. Graham shares insights on how Motion Capture has always cast the best actor for the role, and the importance physicality has in portraying a character.

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    16 mins
  • Casting Workbook Founder Susan Fox - The Working Actor - Ep 125
    Mar 2 2021

    Christopher Bennett interviews Susan Fox (Casting Workbook Founder, C.E.O.). Christopher and Susan sit down to discuss the year that was 2020 and the impact the pandemic had on the industry. They share why Casting Workbook decided to start 'The Working Actor', and talk about the new and exciting technology that Casting Workbook has developed. Susan surprises Christopher by turning the interview around on him and shares some hilarious facts!

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    16 mins
  • Casting Director Marissa Richmond - The Working Actor - Ep 124
    Mar 2 2021

    Christopher Bennett interviews Casting Director and C.D.C Vice Chair, Marissa Richmond (19-2, Durham County, Flashpoint). Marissa shares her insight on how the process of Casting has changed over the years, how to stretch a role from what's written in the script to what the role is actually about, and how she remains 'neutral' in the room for the sake of the actor.

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    15 mins
  • Diversity in Media w/ Rukiya Bernard & Viv Leacock - The Working Actor - Ep 122
    Mar 2 2021

    Omari sits down with actors Rukiya Bernard (Dear Becky, Yoga for Black Women, Van Helsing) & Viv Leacock (Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency, Loudermilk, Lost In Space). Rukiya & Viv share their experiences dealing with stereotypes and racist tropes in media, how systemic racism affects their pay and treatment on set, and the trials and tribulations of being in the 'hair & make-up' chair as a Black performer.

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    15 mins