HectiQ Artists Talent Management

06/11/2024

ANNOUNCEMENT: HectiQ Artists Agency would like to welcome acclaimed Actor Vipin Sharma to our North American Roster. Vipin is a celebrated veteran actor across the Indian Film Industry and has been receiving global accolades for his role in Dev Patel’s directorial debut “Monkey Man”.

This man’s talent is off-the charts and his years spent on set honing his craft make him one of the most exciting global actors to watch on screen. Welcome Vipin, proud to have you at HectiQ!

06/06/2024

What a year (so far) at HectiQ! So many highs and lows in this business, my hats off to ALL the actors and agents out there that work tirelessly despite the unpredictability of it all… We’d like to celebrate a milestone and record-setting year at our agency as we finish Q2 and acknowledge the unbelievable TV and Film Productions that have booked our clients this year… Stay tuned …. Lots more to announce soon!

04/04/2024

Great story featured on Casting Networks talking about the HectiQ Artists Agency & Brand:

Bennett took time out of his day to share insights about starting HectiQ, why it’s different, agent advice for actors and more.

03/20/2024

Some big brands we’ve already worked with in 2024 that trust our clients to be featured in their latest ad campaigns. This is exciting.

03/01/2024

Big shout-out to our clients that are working hard and booking big things as we kick off 2024!!!!!

02/26/2024

Congratulations to HectiQ Artist and VFS Alumnus Natalie Craft for her outstanding work in the short film “Nights to Forget & Remember [Side A & Side B] “. Written and Directed by Georgina Frias and Antonia Ortner , Natalie plays the Co-Lead and it just won for “Best Women Empowerment Film” at the 2024 Paris International Short Film Festival!!!! Congrats to the entire crew…. More on its hopeful NA release soon so stay tuned….

02/08/2024

BREAKING NEWS: Here’s to all the tireless Casting Directors who have waited a LONG time for this moment. This recognition is long overdue - congratulations!! You are the lifeblood of this industry and finally you can be appreciated for the incredible work you do!!!

01/25/2024

Are you a TV Commercial Actor? Do you know an aspiring one? HectiQ wants you! Are you hoping to break into acting and ready to begin? We’re opening up our roster for a select group of TV Commercial actors (Non-Union).

Please share this post if you know someone or simply email us your headshots and one self-tape scene via an unlisted YouTube Link with your cover letter to: [email protected]

In person Interviews are now being scheduled at our office in downtown Vancouver or via Video Chat for week of February 5th.

No matter where you are in Canada or what age, we want to hear from you!

01/17/2024

Please share this across your network of Actor friends & colleagues - A2A is going BIG and doing something new and incredibly exciting for Actors across Canada on Feb 1. HectiQ is really proud to be listed among the Top Agencies featured in this upcoming showcase. If you know any special actors looking for a chance to interview with the best, please share this with them and send them to www.artist2artist.ca for more details!

01/06/2024

We are incredibly proud to share that HectiQ Artist Katia Plotnikoff was recognized as a “Best Actor” Winner at the 2023 Couch Film Festival for her performance in the Indy short “Dignity”. Directed by Capilano University Graduate Michael Morrill, we knew this indy short was magic from the first script reading. Katia is amazing in it, and it MUST be mentioned so is her co-star, another incredible HectiQ Artist - Tara Burnett. Congrats Katia, you and Tara BOTH are amazing in this and I hope many more people will get a chance to see it soon!!!!

10/25/2023

HectiQ Artist Rena Dine on the set of “Mawtini” with award winning director Fateema Al-Hamaydeh Miller (left). Rena (right) landed one of the lead roles in this incredible production.

Fateema is a “Women in the Director’s Chair” Career Advancement Module 2023 alumni and CFC Norman Jewison Directors' Lab 2023 resident. Her work has screened at world class film festivals around the globe.

We are so proud that these two incredible talents got to work together this month. More news to follow as they head into post! Stay tuned…

10/17/2023

ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT: Congratulations to HectiQ Artist (and Toronto Film School Alumnus) Rachel Kramer for her Debut moment at the Bratislava Film Festival this month to premier her latest film “Réveillon”, Directed by Kovac Michal Kunes. The film is already making media noise and stars Judit Bardos & European film icon Bolek Polivka. Rachel, you shine in this film and we’re so proud of the work you do whatever project you’re absorbing yourself into…. We’re expecting a North American Film Festival release in 2024, so stay tuned!

10/17/2023

Super shout-out to HectiQ Artist Monica Paris, making her magazine debut in this month’s issue of GEZNO Magazine. Monica is one of those actors that radiates whether she’s modelling or acting… She understands the camera and commits to every minute she’s in character. We love the spread, Monica! You look incredible! Photo credit to - amazing work!

10/17/2023

We are incredibly proud and excited to share that a member of the HectiQ Family has been awarded “Best Music Video” at the Los Angeles Film Awards this year. Myrriah Xochitl is an incredible actor and music artist that in her own right, pushing the boundaries of her craft and music career in everything she does. Her video “Bold” was brilliantly shot and you can watch it with this link below. Congratulations Myrriah, everyone at HectiQ is so proud of the work you do!

https://tinyurl.com/MyrriahVideo

10/12/2023

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10/10/2023

This movie was exceptional. Worth going to see in theatres with the whole family. 4 stars. Gareth Edwards understands good storytelling and has cemented his role as one of the very best SciFi movie makers of our generation. Jina Jay understands great casting the way Dominique Crenn understands modern French cuisine. (Extra respect for casting Sturgill Simpson!). I’m still thinking about this movie 24 hours later.

09/25/2023

Congratulations to Daniel Bristol for his big acting debut at the prestigious Academy Award-qualifying & accredited Calgary International Film Festival, which celebrates the very best in cinema from around the world, in the premiere of Helen Liu’s film “High End Dying”. Even bigger news, he’s also now in the elite EB-1 (Einstein Visa) Work Permit Club! You do us proud at HectiQ my man!!!

07/26/2023

AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT:

Meet HectiQ’s newest agent , Denisa Annusova. Originally from Slovakia, Denisa began her career in management in 2019 previously working for one of the top modeling and talent management agencies in Toronto.

From 2019 to 2022, Denisa excelled as a dedicated talent scout and accomplished career manager, working across the modeling, print, and TV Commercial divisions. She has consulted, advised, and showcased her clients' unique abilities, playing an instrumental role in their career achievements.

Denisa's academic journey was equally impressive, having earned a Business & Marketing MBA from Collegium Humanum at Warsaw University. Subsequently, she went on to obtain her International Relations & Diplomacy Master’s Degree from the University of International & Public Relations in Prague.

In her current role at HectiQ, Denisa serves as the overseer of all emerging talent within our successful new TV Commercial and Print Division.

You can follow her on Insta

07/26/2023

Website update is live....

05/02/2023

NEW ACTOR ANNOUNCEMENT: We are thrilled to announce that HectiQ Artists has just signed new emerging talent Leia Madu to our talented roster. When we first saw Leia’s self-tape audition, we saw something really special in the way she was able to convey such complex emotions and characters at such a young age.

Not yet even 20, Leia demonstrated early signs of a very sophisticated actor who was very in tune with herself as an instrument of her craft. We obviously weren’t wrong, because shortly after, the faculty at Capilano University accepted her into their acclaimed acting program where she will be attending this coming fall! Congrats Leia!

She’s a remarkable young person with a really exciting career ahead of her and we are incredibly proud to be her agents at HectiQ.

Please follow Leia on Instagram and congratulate her for us!
https://www.instagram.com/leiamaduactor/

04/17/2023

Here's the Trailer for Rachel Kramer in CBC's 'El Toro' - now streaming across Canada

04/17/2023

Last week “El Toro” finally premiered on CBC, Gem and ICI Tou.tv across Canada. The series was directed by Danielle Sturk and it stars Rachel Kramer, playing the lead role of Rosie. We are so incredibly proud of you in this role, Rachel - it’s an amazing production and something you worked so hard on.

I hope everyone will get a chance to watch it soon, the reviews have been amazing so far. Bravo and congratulations to the entire cast and crew. El Toro is outstanding no matter what language you watch it in.

03/21/2023

NEW ACTOR ANNOUNCEMENT:

We’re long overdue, but still incredibly excited to announce that Rachel Kramer is a part of the HectiQ Artists family.

An honors student from the Toronto Film School, Rachel Kramer began her professional acting career just days after graduating from their acclaimed Acting for Film & Television Program. Born in Boston, but raised in Montreal, Rachel’s experiences in both countries have made her a versatile and prolific actor on screen. From Meisner to Stanislavski, Rachel approaches each new role differently and has trained to bring each character she plays to life as a captivating extension of herself.

She recently had the chance to work with celebrated Canadian Indy Screenwriter and Director Danielle Sturk playing lead character Rosie in the upcoming CBC series El Toro. Rachel also just finished filming her next project in Europe early this year in the role of Charlie in breakout indy director Michal Kunes Kovac’s “Finally, we have a Republic”. She is mesmerizing to watch on screen and approaches every project she tackles with ferocity and unmatchable passion.

I can’t tell you how much I believe in Rachel and how proud I am to be her agent. Kate and I are so glad to have her here at HectiQ with us roster of incredible talent. Please follow Rachel on Instagram and congratulate her for us: https://www.instagram.com/rachelkramerofficial/

02/22/2023

NEW ACTOR ANNOUNCEMENT:

Sometimes I’m lucky enough to actually see the new actors we’re about to sign graduate from school. Aliyah Marc is one of those incredible artists that you can’t stop thinking about after you meet them, and I could sense her uniqueness even while attending her recent graduation from VFS. She made the brave trip from her home in Montreal to come out west and study at Vancouver Film School and half the faculty couldn’t stop telling me what a star she was throughout the year.

When I saw her scene work, I was blown away and I knew she had exceptional talent. We had to sign her almost on the spot. More than that, she’s just a kind and good person with an amazing future in front of her. Aliyah, I’m humbled to be your agent and I’m so happy you’re with us at HectiQ Artists. Good luck this week while you’re on set, I know this is just the beginning of great things for you!

If you get a chance, please follow her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/its_aliyahmarc/ and congratulate her for us!

02/10/2023

NEW ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT:

Another big day for HectiQ, I’m so excited to announce that we’ve just signed Azaria Menezes, the very first Intimacy Coordinator to join the HectiQ Artists Talent Management Family. As more and more productions look to Intimacy Coordinators to support, advise and ultimately protect the cast and crew, we wanted to identify artists at the very top of their field who are changing the game and helping move productions into the modern era. Azaria is just that IC and she’s someone that brings an impressive set of qualifications to her work.

As a professional trauma-informed, s*x, intimacy, and relationship coach, Azaria brings her unique perspective and experiences in this field into the work she does on set and is graduate of the revered Intimacy Professionals Association program, instructed by Amanda Blumenthal. As HectiQ grows and expands into new artist territory, we’re really proud to be representing one of the industry’s very best IC’s and eager to watch her make her mark on productions across the country. Please follow Azaria on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/intimacybehindthescenes/ and welcome her to HectiQ for us!

02/07/2023

NEW ACTOR ANNOUNCEMENT:

We’re excited to announce that Adam Farnsworth has signed with HectiQ Artists Talent Management. This guy. Wow. “Unique” doesn’t quite cover it. Not even close. A talented musician when he’s not training to be a passionate actor, Adam is truly an artist in every sense of the word and we’re really excited to have him here at HectiQ. The great P. Lynn Johnson called us up and said: I’ve got someone really special you need to meet…. The rest is history!

Adam, you’re an amazing new actor and someone I’m really proud to represent. Please follow Adam on Instagram and welcome him to the team for us! https://www.instagram.com/farnsworthmusic/

02/03/2023

01/30/2023

NEW ACTOR ANNOUNCEMENT:

HectiQ Artists is excited to announce that we have signed recent VFS Graduate Etchos to our roster. Etchos!!!! The one and only!!!! I”m not sure what we can say about Etchos. Wow. You don’t just meet her, you experience her! She’s the most uplifting, positive force of talent we’ve met and Kate and I agree with every person who has ever connected with her: she’s going to be a star one day!

Etchos, I’m so proud to be your agent and I’m excited to see the career you’re going to build.

Please follow Etchos on Instagram and welcome her to HectiQ for us: https://www.instagram.com/etchosz/

01/28/2023

NEW ACTOR ANNOUNCEMENT:

HectiQ Artists is thrilled to announce that Vancouver Film School Graduate Hala Maghamez has joined our West Coast team. When Kate and I saw Hala’s scene work, we were blown away by the uniqueness of her acting style and how radiant she looks on camera. Born in Syria, Hala graduated from the Acting for Film & Television program at VFS and came to us highly recommended from the faculty there. She has an amazing way of bringing each character she works on to life and is one of the most convincing dramatic actors we’ve watched in the last year.

Moreover she’s one of the most courageous and brave human beings we’ve met and she’s not afraid to stand up and say something when it needs to be said. I’d like to say on behalf of the entire HectiQ Family that we’re incredibly proud of her, and we’re standing strongly behind her when she needs us most right now. Hala, you’re an amazing actor and I’m really proud to be your agent.

If you get a chance follow her on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/7allouleh/ and welcome her to HectiQ for us!

01/24/2023

HECTiQ ARTISTS NEW ACTOR SIGNING:

We are pleased to announce that actor Chloe Cormier has joined the HectiQ Artists Family and will be an amazing new addition to our Vancouver roster. When I first met Chloe, I could not for the life of me guess her age! You won’t be able to either. Trust me. Whatever you’re thinking, you’re wrong and it’s just one of the many reasons she’s so amazing at bringing such interesting characters to life. She was blessed with these incredible genes and this extraordinary acting talent that makes her such a fascinating woman to watch on screen. It also gives her the ability to play such a wide range of different roles, and as an agent, I can tell you that’s rare, and incredibly special.

Her badass acting chops make her a standout and I’m really excited to be on this journey with her. I’m even more proud to be her agent and that she chose HectiQ. If you get a chance, please follow her on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/chloerosecormier/ and congratulate her for us!