Jen Viens

Background

About Jen Viens

Independent Director and Producer. Background in small scale film productions with a particular focus on webseries and short formats. Knowledge and experience coordinating and producing larger scale theatrical productions in both the for-profit and non-profit realm. Professional Actor with over thirteen years experience on stage, and eight years in Film & Television. Training and background in comedy, improv, and physical theatre as well as acting for camera. Resume and credits include a large collection of Independent and Non-Union short films, as well as National television commercials, principal roles on tv series, web series, and film. Student at Concordia University. Sociology Honours program candidate with second major in Interdisciplinary Studies in Sexuality. Interest in: anti-oppressive practices, harm reduction, anti-racism, intersectional approaches to sexuality and identity, socially engaged art. Volunteer at Aids Community Care Montreal, facilitating 'safer spaces for LGBTQIA+' and 'education 4 prevention' workshops in schools. Facilitator of sex education workshops at community events. Specialties: Acting - Theatre and Film & Television, Entertainment, Film Production, Theatre Production, Social Media, Music, Piano, Singing, Improvisation, Teaching and Instruction in the field of Drama/Acting, Accents, Impressions, Ballet/Dance, Yoga, Scene Study/Analysis, Character Development, Direction (Theatre and Film)