I want to discuss the ecosystem that allows the Weinsteins, the Spaceys, and the Ghomeshis to thrive. That ecosystem is the community we all live in.

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Congratulations on your recent role in The Perfect Match! Can you tell us about that experience and that role? It was incredibly educational. I am fairly new to being involved in the film industry, and any roles that I have booked in the past left me feeling that I wish I had more time on set and in front of the camera so that I could do my job well without being a nervous wreck. In Perfect Match, I very much felt a part of the team. John Barnard our director, invested a lot of care and time with me, and I was able to get to know the whole crew and feel comfortable, and have a fun time, which made things a lot easier when it came to getting grounded and being playful with the character. I felt very very fortunate to be there and still do feel very grateful I was given that opportunity. When did you become an ACTRA member, and what was your first union gig? My first union gig was on Todd and the Book of Pure Evil, I played “Bra Stuffing Girl” a very fine moment in my career, a clip I’ll use on my reel for the rest of my days. The director and the crew were very kind to me, which helped immensely in a terrifying, unfamiliar territory. I became an ACTRA member in 2012, shortly after joining CAEA. How has being a member of ACTRA benefited you? Well, it has definitely encouraged me to continue auditioning for film, and it has made me feel protected as an employee in the film industry. I never have any qualms when voicing concerns or asking questions to our reps. I feel very cared for in this union and I am very thankful for the…

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