Ben Parkinson - Principal at takeONLA
An experienced Casting Director both on the national and international scene and a recognized member of both CSA and CGA. Having run his own agency for over 18 years, working on major tent pole features, commercials, and music industry projects, from Sydney to LA, New York and Europe, he continues to work placing Australian talent in front of the right people.
Recent credits include "Jungle" Daniel Radcliffe, "Don't Tell" Rachel Griffiths, Aden Young, Jack Thompson, "The Shallows" Blake Lively, "My Mistress" and "Return to Nim's Island" to name a few.
Joey Vieira - Principal takeONLA
A California native, with over 20 years in acting experience who recently relocated to Australia. Joey´s resume includes television series "Hoges", "Illusion V", "Texas Rising", "The Simpsons", "The Shield" and "Kitchen Confidential".
He has worked on "Jungle" and "San Andreas" since he made his move to Australia, and now is looking forward to joining Daniel Radcliffe, at the premiere of "Jungle".
Los Angeles was his home and he is delighted to mentor those who want to take the leap. He has a unique experience when it comes to understanding the intricacies of the US Film Industry and the Television market, more so how it differs to Australia's Film and television Industry...
