Janet Davidson

Experience

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  Bad Dog Theatre Company

  Apr 2010 - Jun 2013

  Youth Program Coordinator / Teacher
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  ACTRA

  Jan 2011 - Jul 2020

  Actor, Film/Television/Commercial
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  Slixer

  Sept 2011 - Jan 2017

  Actress / Emcee

  Slixer offers comedic entertainment for customized corporate and private parties, murder mystery dinners, luncheons and cruises. I would preform in the murder mysteries as well as hosting them and other events.

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  The Second City

  Sept 2011 - now

  • Taught the Improv 1 - 5 program in a virtual setting, adapting curriculum to engage students effectivelyonline.• Hosted "Homemade Jam," an online improv jam session designed for remote students to practice andperform, fostering a sense of community and collaboration in a virtual format. Taught at Second City Training Centre (Toronto) in their A to E program, Youth and Teen, and their Improv for Anxiety—creator of "FamilyProv" at Second City.www.secondcity.com

  • Faculty Member

    Aug 2024 - now

  • Faculty Member

    Sept 2011 - Aug 2024
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  Instant Theatre Co

  Feb 2016 - Jul 2017

  Faculty Member / Cast Member

  As a teacher with Instant, I taught in their Conservatory Program. My job was to construct and implement lesson plans according to Instant philosophies, along with managing class dynamics and providing a safe and fun learning environment. I also prepared classes for showcases throughout the term. Cast member of Shakespeare After Dark, HYPE! An Improvised Hip Hopera, and Actors Nightmare, among others.

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  Vancouver TheatreSports

  Sept 2016 - Jul 2017

  Faculty Member / Main Stage Ensemble Memeber

  As part of Vancouver Theatresports, I performed as an ensemble member on the Main Stage, and created the long-running #NoFilter Show. I also served as a faculty member with the Improv Comedy Institute, where I constructed and implemented lesson plans according to VTSL curriculum and provided a safe and fun learning environment.

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  Toronto International Film Festival

  Aug 2017 - Sept 2018

  Roy Thompson Hall, Main Hall Representative

  2-year representative for TIFF. Roy Thompson Hall is one of TIFF’s Gala Venues, holding several Red Carpet Screenings and film premieres. Led a team of approx. 20 volunteers; created a procedure manual & script to bridge communication between TIFF volunteers and RTH employees, delivering consistent audience messaging and garnering positive feedback from a well-informed and confident core.

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  Jigsaw Casting Inc.

  Jan 2018 - Nov 2021

  Session Director / Covid Coordinator

  Session Director at one of Canada's premier commercial casting studios for clients like TD, McDonald's, RBC, WestJet, Tim Hortons, and Canadian Tire.Collaborated with directors and producers to ensure that tone and look & feel requirements were met and served as talent liaison and communication lead for day-of sessions

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  Strays

  Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

  COVID-19 Admin Coordinator

  Scheduling/ liaison lead for Cast and Crew for all COVID-related test clinics. Implemented COVID protocol and procedures, and insured others followed protocol. Oversaw set issues when COVID Supervisor was unavailable. Tracked testing administration and PPE inventory.

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  Netflix

  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  Testing Coordinator

  Scheduling lead for talent and stunts to organize COVID tests prior to and during production.

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  Mann Casting

  Aug 2021 - Aug 2022

  Session Runner

  Oversaw casting sessions for on-camera television and digital spots across all brand categories, with ACTRA and non-union talent of all ages. In virtual environments, I served as talent liaison and communication lead for day-of sessions.

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  Web Guru

  Nov 2021 - now

  Zoom Webinar Host & Technical Coordinator

  Host and manage Zoom webinars, facilitating communication between panelists and attendees.Adjust Zoom backend settings, manage chat, and play pre/post-webcast music.Monitor Q&A and provide technical support during live webinars to ensure smooth operations.Pre-session preparation includes system setup, device testing, and troubleshooting of audio input connections.