Maria Montanez
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
With a deep passion for hip-hop dance, I embarked on my journey in the entertainment industry at the prestigious John Casablanca School for Modeling and Acting from 1993 to 1995. In 2006, I had the opportunity to film numerous TV show pilots, igniting my love for performing. Following a brief hiatus and relocation to Cincinnati in 2011, I reignited my acting career in 2022. Since then, I have been fortunate to feature in diverse commercials and films, exemplifying my talent and unwavering dedication to the craft.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Actress
Heyman Talent Agency
Cincinnati, OH
07.2022 - Current
- Participated in rehearsals to adequately prepare for performances.
- Worked effectively under pressure, consistently meeting tight production deadlines without sacrificing performance quality.
- Enhanced storytelling through the use of physical movement, facial expressions, and vocal techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with industry professionals, leading to ongoing collaboration opportunities.
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
- Traveled to set locations to complete onsite filming.
- Used body language, facial expressions and vocal techniques to convey messages.
- Collaborated with other performers for scene and character development.
- Gained valuable on-set experience by working with established directors.
- Worked with acting coaches to improve skills for auditions.
- Researched roles by reading material or shadowing people similar to portrayed character.
Education
Practical Acting And Creative Empowerment
Actors Unleashed
Cincinnati, OH2024
Professional Modeling And Acting
John Casablancas Modeling And Acting
Raleigh, NC1995
Skills
- Movement and blocking
- Camera awareness
- Body language
- Facial Expressions
- Audition preparation
- Commercials
- Dance training
- Accents
- Accepts direction and coaching graciously
- Exceptional communicator
- Makeup Application
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Following Directions
- Acting
- Memorization skills
- Adaptable
- Television and film experience
- Performance Improvement
- Attention to Detail
- Role Auditions
- Television Productions
- Flexible and Adaptable
Weight
127 lbs
Eyecolor
Brown
Haircolor
Dark Brown
Filmtv
- Rite Rug Flooring In-Home Shoot 4/28/2025 Columbus, Ohio Principle Role- RRF Expert
- Kona Ice Video Shoot 4/27/2025 Florence, KY Background/Print Wedding Guest
- Ortho Alliance TV Spot 3/24/2025, Columbus, Ohio Principle Role- "Pickle Ball Player"
- Web Game Video for Virtual First Company 7/18/2024, Cincinnati, OH Principle Role- "Manager"
- Green Couch LLC , 6/6/2024, Columbus, OH- Featured Film- Slay -Background Extra- " Women's Rights Advocate"
- AMERICA'S FLOOR SOURCE 5/8/2024 Cincinnati, OH, Production: Light Switch Video Chicago, Il- Principle Role- "Floor Sales Person"
- Miami Valley Gaming 5/5/2024 Cincinnati, OH - Background Extra-"Cocktail Server"
- Dark Colony Productions, Edgewood KY Featured Film- Control Freak-02/03/2024-3/20/2024 Hulu Exclusive, Horror/Psychological Thriller, Leading Actress's (Stand-in / Body double) Featured Extra- "Crying Super Fan"
- Derby City Gaming, Downtown Louisville, Louisville, KY, 12/20/23, Feature Extra - "Cheering Female Bar Patron"
- Ohio Lottery Responsible Gambling, Team spirit, 30, 12/07/23, Featured Extra - "Bar Patron"
- I & eye Productions, Cincinnati, OH, Actress (Featured Extra), 09/27/23, Watsons Superstore Commercial, "Floor Salesperson"
- Real Art Design Group, Inc., Cincinnati, OH, Actress, 08/03/23, Stress Aid Commercial for Department of Ohio Mental Health, Principle Role- "Mom"
- Ring Productions LLC, Louisville, KY, 06/22/23, Featured Film- Queen of the Ring, BackgroundExtra- "Ring Arena Spectator"
- Fun TV Productions, Cincinnati, OH, 06/06/23 - 06/07/23, Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, Featured Extra- "Corporate Woman" & "Park Visitor"
- Onairusfilms, Cincinnati, OH, Actress, 04/2022, "Man Obsessed" Short Film, Featured Extra-"Doctor"
Height
5' 3"
Timeline
Actress
Heyman Talent Agency
07.2022 - Current
Practical Acting And Creative Empowerment
Actors Unleashed
Professional Modeling And Acting
John Casablancas Modeling And Acting