Trivia

Before launching his acting and filmmaking career, Arek Zasowski worked in the UK banking sector, specializing in risk and compliance within top-tier financial institutions.

Arek has won four Telly Awards for his work - including three Bronze Telly Awards for his late-night talk show Actors by Actors Show, and a prestigious Gold Telly Award for Guardians of the Secrets of the Luminara Challenge for 3D Animation in 2025.

He filmed his first short films at the iconic Universal Studios Hollywood backlot while studying at the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles.

Zasowski is fluent in both Polish and English, and has trained across the globe in Los Angeles, New York City, London, and Florence.

He taught himself Unreal Engine and went on to win a Telly Award for a short 3D animated film created entirely inside the game engine.

His films have screened at notable venues including the TCL Chinese Theatres in Hollywood during the Golden State Film Festival.

Arek's late-night talk show Actors by Actors Show not only earned him multiple awards, but became a platform for showcasing inspiring stories of actors, artists, and creatives worldwide.

When he's not working on a film, Arek enjoys designing cinematic 3D environments, travelling, fast cars, and listening to motivational psychology talks.

Arek Zasowski loves shooting in exotic locations and often merges travel with filmmaking - blending cinematic adventure with real-world exploration.

In real life, Arek is just as likely to be found directing on a virtual set in Unreal Engine as he is sipping latte on a sunny European street corner.

He's known to bring a touch of European romance and charm into every role - and into every rehearsal room.

One of his favorite acting exercises is improv flirting - and yes, he's very convincing.

He often creates roles for himself in his own projects - as both an actor and filmmaker, he knows how to write parts that highlight his strengths and screen presence.

He once described his dream role as a cross between James Bond, Indiana Jones, and a hopeless romantic in an Italian summer.

Arek is a passionate supporter of emerging actors and artists, using his talk show as a platform to spotlight inspiring stories from around the world.

Arek is a classically trained screen actor who also thrives in digital environments, bringing a unique hybrid of old-school storytelling and cutting-edge tech to the screen.

He often designs and edits his own film posters, using his artistic skills in VFX and digital media to visually elevate his productions.

His late-night talk show, Actors by Actors Show, was entirely self-produced and shot using a virtual soundstage - a technique Arek pioneered to keep actors connected and inspired during lockdown.

Arek made his directorial debut with a romantic drama filmed entirely in Cyprus - a love story about loss, memory, and archaeological mystery.

Arek holds a Master's degree from Akademia Gornoslaska w Katowicach im. Wojciecha Korfantego - Katowice Business University (GWSH) in Poland.

Apart from acting, Arek is also a skilled film editor and VFX artist, often handling post-production himself on his independent film projects.