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Donald Davidson

Address: 889 Norman Street, 90017, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Email address: donalddavidson@gmail.com

Phone number: 323-592-6102

Web: www.donalddavidson.com

Profile

Experienced and creative Actor with multiple film/television/theatre credits in portfolio, including roles in various world-famous Hollywood movies, more than 50 commercials, 5 television shows, and 12 theatrical plays and musicals.

The 2016 New York Drama Critics' Circle Award winner with strong attention to detail, deep understanding of dramatic techniques, excellent stage/screen presence, and ability to perform well in a team.

Work Experience

06/2017 - present, Freelance Actor, United States

Appeared in more than 50 commercials for well-known companies, such as Coca-Cola, KFC, Timberland, Hyundai, and Tag Heuer.
Attended various auditions, studied roles, and memorized lines.
Acted in 4 Hollywood movies (Free Solo, A Prayer Before Dawn, 6 Balloons, Monsters and Men) and worked in 5 television shows (Queer Eye, Forever, High Maintenance, Westworld, and Better Call Saul).
Worked closely with directors to ensure that their vision was always fully met.
Nominations: 2018 BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role, 2018 Into Film Award for Best Actor.

06/2015 - 06/2017, Actor, Gershwin Theatre, New York City, NY, United States

Played in 12 theatrical plays and musicals, for example, The Woman in Black, One Man, Two Guvnors, Noises Off, War Horse, Flare Path, and An Inspector Calls (audience of over 2,000 per show).
Conducted deep research on every theatre role to truly understand the person.
Memorized large pieces of text within a tight schedule.
Maintained good body shape and high health level.
Collaborated with directors, producers, costume designers, and other actors.
Nominated for 2015 Drama Desk Award, 2015 Lucille Lortel Award, and 2016 New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards for best actor in a play.
Won the 2016 New York Drama Critics' Circle Award.

Education

09/2012 - 05/2015, Performing Arts, New York University, New York City, NY, United States

Top 5% of the Program

Clubs and Societies: Film Society, Student Theatre, Swimming Club

09/2008 - 05/2012, High School, Yarmouth High School, Yarmouth, ME, United States

Graduated with Distinction

Skills

Languages

English

French

Spanish

Acting Skills

Body Language

Dramatic Techniques

Stage/Screen Presence

Dance

Singing

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Work under Pressure

Creative

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Time Management

Volunteering

08/2017 - present, Charity Fundraiser, Feeding America, Los Angeles, CA, United States

MEMBERSHIPS

01/2019, British Film Institute Fellowship

08/2018, Actors' Equity Association

Hobbies

Exploring distant lands

Capturing moments

Every kind of sport

Milan Šaržík, CPRW

Certified Professional Résumé Writer

Milan’s work-life has been centered around job search for the past three years. He is a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW™) as well as an active member of the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Careers Coaches (PARWCC™). Milan holds a record for creating the most career document samples for our help center – until today, he has written more than 500 resumes and cover letters for positions across various industries. On top of that, Milan has completed studies at multiple well-known institutions, including Harvard University, University of Glasgow, and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

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