Artemiy
Ivanov
Actor / Model / Creative Director
About
Born into a family of actors, I grew up in the theater. While other children went to kindergarten, my younger brother and I explored the backstage world — examining colorful costumes, learning to tell a rapier from a foil and a sabre, playing with old pistols in the prop room, and joining actors in vocal warm-ups before the curtain rose.
In Moscow, I was afraid to wear a pair of white baggy pants — not because of fashion, but because it could invite judgment. A man was expected to look a certain way. No softness, no excess, no questions. In 2024, I left for Tbilisi, Georgia. Only when I crossed the border did I understand that leaving was not granted — it was taken.
As I made my way down the aircraft stairs, I knew everything was about to change. A few weeks in, I pulled those same white pants on and headed to a modeling casting. A series of bright flashes — the dark studio, flaring white for a split second. I found my footing. Now I connect photography, media, theater, and fashion into a single creative practice.
Professional Experience
Casting Coordinator and Assistant — Natasha Fenkina Talent Agency
Remote
- Managed 30+ casting opportunities monthly across films, series, and advertising productions
- Tracked actor placements: 200 secured projects in 2025–2026
- Coordinated communication between talent, production teams, and clients
Content Editor and Channel Manager — Psychologist's Telegram Channel
Remote · Mental health and applied psychology, 11K audience
- Edited and published content on mental health topics, including anxiety, aggression, and self-care
- Grew engagement audience from baseline to 9,000 active readers in six months
Producer and Launch Manager — Online Acting Course
EdTech Project "First Steps in Film" · Remote
- Assisted in designing a 20-lesson curriculum based on Knebel & Stanislavsky methodology
- Developed full promotional strategy: pricing, campaigns, market analysis
- The course achieved $25,000+ in platform revenue; $250 in first week; +15% sustained sales growth
Photographer's Assistant (Freelance)
On-site professional photo and video productions · Remote
- Operated DSLR, mirrorless, and cinema cameras; managed stabilization rigs
- Set up and calibrated lighting arrays; managed tethered workflows and data backup
- Calibrated color profiles on set
English Tutor — Self-employed
Remote
- Tutored 5 students (ages 7–adult), 384 total hours
- All students progressed from A1 to A2 in three months
Performance & Creative Work
Theater Performer — Tbilisi Musical Theater
Tbilisi, Georgia
- Leading role: Cabaret (Clifford Bradshaw), 2026
Theater Performer — Children's Musical Academy
Moscow Operetta Theater · National Best Enterprise 2019 · Moscow, Russia
- Trained in Acting (3×/week), Stage Speech (1×/week), Dance (3×/week), Voice (2×/week)
- Performed in musicals and plays approximately every 3 months
- Leading roles: The Nightmare Before Christmas (Jack Skellington) 2019, Shkodny Musical 2021
- Stage and ensemble roles in showcase and gala concerts across Russia
Theater Performer — Moscow State Academic Operetta Theater
Moscow, Russia
- Performed in Grand Cancan (Street Kid) to an audience of 1,600
Opera "The Magic Flute" — W. A. Mozart
Intern with stage director Andrey Tsvetkov at the Opera and Symphony Laboratory "The World of New Opera"
Assistant Director — "Heart Given to Children"
National charity production. Coordinated soloists, ensembles, and technical departments. Raised $4,375 for children's medical treatment.
Model (TFP & Commercial)
Moscow, Russia and Tbilisi, Georgia
- 5+ commercial photoshoots across Russia and Georgia
Leadership & Community
Producer — Youth Charity Forum "Realize Your Potential"
Moscow, Russia
- Led 13-person organizing team end-to-end
- Invited 9 expert speakers (topics: YouTube, finance, voice, SMM)
- Hosted Q&A with Alexei Sokolovsky (actor, 1M subscribers)
- Raised $4,000/month; reinvested proceeds into the project
Elected Class President — No. 2104 School
Moscow, Russia
- Led digital-safety campaigns on cyberbullying and privacy
- Coordinated between students and teachers; updated behavioral guidelines
Student Council Representative — Policies and Events
Moscow, Russia
- Resolved 15+ peer conflicts; launched anti-bullying policy
- Organized 10+ school-wide events; co-launched environmental initiative
Portfolio
Leather Editorial
Moscow Rooftop
Red Turtleneck
Olive Sweater
Studio Portrait
B&W Walking
White Turtleneck
Sunset Coat
Through the Glass
Education
No. 2104 School
Moscow, Russia
- Certificate of General Secondary Education
- GPA: 3.83 / 5.00
Children's Musical Academy
Affiliated with the Moscow State Academic Operetta Theater · Moscow, Russia
- Received training in acting, stage speech, and dance
Sport
Power Forward — Virtuoz Basketball Club
Moscow, Russia
- Placed 2nd and 3rd in 7 regional championships
- Competed in 12 playoff matches and 5 cup competitions
- Led a team of 10 players; coordinated in-game strategy
Skills
Languages
Production
Media
Words
“Artemy demonstrated the ability to analyze texts and build coherent dramatic logic. In his work with Pushkin’s “I Loved You,” he conveyed complex emotional states through intonation and controlled breathing rather than outright sentimentality.”
Sergey Zagrebnev
Acting & Speech Teacher, 3 years of private training
“His ability to combine artistic flair with strong organizational skills was exceptional for his age of seventeen. He participated in the development of the director’s concept and worked directly with performers on stage action and character development.”
Andrey Tsvetkov
Stage Director, former soloist of the Bolshoi Theatre
“Despite his demanding theatrical schedule, Artemii achieved outstanding academic results. He completed the academic year with the highest grades in all subjects. I would especially like to highlight his achievements in literature and English.”
Tatiana Feuerbach
School Counselor, Znayka Private School
“He approaches learning with curiosity and respect for structure, and I am sure that he will succeed at a university where critical thinking and rigor are valued.”
Sergey Zagrebnev
Acting & Speech Teacher