Mike Migliara
- Casting Director
- Casting Department
- Producer
Born and raised in Montreal, Mike Migliara's journey into the world of Casting began when he dropped out of University in 2000. He was offered a Casting Assistant position at The Montreal Casting House. After more than a decade of servicing among the best Canadian Producers and Directors as a Casting Director, he returned to Concordia University in 2012 whereby he completed his BFA from Concordia University in Theatre and Film Studies.
Along the way, he became the most sought-after acting coached. Many actors who are now Canadian household names, became his clients: Tim Rozon, Michael Mando, Cindy Sampson, to name a few.
His teaching techniques are revered for their unique blend of academic knowledge in theatre and film, coupled with his insider insights into the casting process, equipping actors with a comprehensive understanding of the skills necessary to secure coveted roles.
Migliara has created an uncluttered, comprehensive audition list and system. He has created an acting system that is easy, fast, and proven as reliable.
Migliara's acting system uniquely includes the POV of business strategies, marketing, and growth - by which he refers to as "audition strategy and career management. His system has proven to be effective. Every semester, many of his students are exceeding; booking auditions, roles, and being repped by reputable talent agents.
As a member of the Casting Directors Society of Canada (CDC), Mike has left an indelible mark on both Hollywood and Canadian productions. His portfolio boasts collaborations with esteemed entities such as Warner Bros, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, and Ubisoft, where he has contributed to Casting Leads, Supporting, and Principal roles across various mediums including Feature Films, TV series, Video Games, Commercials & High Profile Music Videos. Beyond his casting endeavors,
Mike is the visionary behind "The Screen Acting Academy (SAA)", a beacon of innovation in Performing Arts education. Rejecting the notion of gate-keeping, the academy operates on the belief that anyone with the passion and dedication for screen acting can excel and make it - given the right education and training.
SAA's curriculum not only hones acting skills but also imparts invaluable knowledge on navigating the intricacies of the entertainment industry, ensuring students are equipped with effective business strategies for a quick and successful entry in the Film, Television, Voice Over, and Performance capture markets.
At The Screen Acting Academy, personalized attention is paramount. Graduates receive one-on-one instruction, networking opportunities, and guidance from industry professionals. The academy serves as a launchpad for aspiring actors, assisting them in securing representation, crafting their brand, and fostering their growth through ongoing mentorship.
And finally, Mike is the Vice President and a Development Producer for Knightshoot Media Inc. He develops content, for both scripted and unscripted, that are based on true stories. He pitches to some of the biggest production houses in Canada.
Along the way, he became the most sought-after acting coached. Many actors who are now Canadian household names, became his clients: Tim Rozon, Michael Mando, Cindy Sampson, to name a few.
His teaching techniques are revered for their unique blend of academic knowledge in theatre and film, coupled with his insider insights into the casting process, equipping actors with a comprehensive understanding of the skills necessary to secure coveted roles.
Migliara has created an uncluttered, comprehensive audition list and system. He has created an acting system that is easy, fast, and proven as reliable.
Migliara's acting system uniquely includes the POV of business strategies, marketing, and growth - by which he refers to as "audition strategy and career management. His system has proven to be effective. Every semester, many of his students are exceeding; booking auditions, roles, and being repped by reputable talent agents.
As a member of the Casting Directors Society of Canada (CDC), Mike has left an indelible mark on both Hollywood and Canadian productions. His portfolio boasts collaborations with esteemed entities such as Warner Bros, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, and Ubisoft, where he has contributed to Casting Leads, Supporting, and Principal roles across various mediums including Feature Films, TV series, Video Games, Commercials & High Profile Music Videos. Beyond his casting endeavors,
Mike is the visionary behind "The Screen Acting Academy (SAA)", a beacon of innovation in Performing Arts education. Rejecting the notion of gate-keeping, the academy operates on the belief that anyone with the passion and dedication for screen acting can excel and make it - given the right education and training.
SAA's curriculum not only hones acting skills but also imparts invaluable knowledge on navigating the intricacies of the entertainment industry, ensuring students are equipped with effective business strategies for a quick and successful entry in the Film, Television, Voice Over, and Performance capture markets.
At The Screen Acting Academy, personalized attention is paramount. Graduates receive one-on-one instruction, networking opportunities, and guidance from industry professionals. The academy serves as a launchpad for aspiring actors, assisting them in securing representation, crafting their brand, and fostering their growth through ongoing mentorship.
And finally, Mike is the Vice President and a Development Producer for Knightshoot Media Inc. He develops content, for both scripted and unscripted, that are based on true stories. He pitches to some of the biggest production houses in Canada.
