I'm Serena Rayner, a fun, enthusiastic, and creative performer based in Calgary. I am passionate about expanding my skills as a singer and actress in the entertainment industry, and I love bringing energy and authenticity to every project. Over the years I've worked as an actor, extra, and performer in film, television, stage, and live events—from Heartland and Fargo to haunted attractions and film sets. I am eager to continue learning, collaborating, and growing in diverse roles.

Serena Rayner

I'm Serena Rayner, a fun, enthusiastic, and creative performer based in Calgary. I am passionate about expanding my skills as a singer and actress in the entertainment industry, and I love bringing energy and authenticity to every project. Over the years I've worked as an actor, extra, and performer in film, television, stage, and live events—from Heartland and Fargo to haunted attractions and film sets. I am eager to continue learning, collaborating, and growing in diverse roles.

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I’m Serena Rayner, a fun, enthusiastic, and creative performer based in Calgary. I am passionate about expanding my skills as a singer and actress in the entertainment industry, and I love bringing energy and authenticity to every project.

Over the years I’ve worked as an actor, extra, and performer in film, television, stage, and live events—from Heartland and Fargo to haunted attractions and film sets. I am eager to continue learning, collaborating, and growing in diverse roles.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Townsfolk at My Life with the Walter Boys (S1)
April 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Pizza Joint Patron/Townsfolk/Rodeo Attendee.
Bar Patron at Heartland (S16)
November 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
Background Bar Patron in Heartland Season 16.
Townsfolk at Ride (S1)
October 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022
Townsfolk appearance.
Mom to preschooler at Heartland (S16) (E1)
June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Mom to preschooler on set.
Townsfolk at Joe Picket (S2)
May 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022
Townsfolk.
Pizza Joint Patron at My Life with the Walter Boys (S1)
April 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Pizza Joint Patron/Townsfolk/Rodeo Attendee.
Band Fan at Travel Alberta Commercial
August 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Band Fan appearance in Travel Alberta spot.
Bonita Woman at Billy The Kid (S1)
August 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Bonita Woman on set.
Townsfolk at Joe Pickett (S1)
August 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Townsfolk on Joe Pickett (S1).
Background/Infected Female at The Last Of Us (S1)
July 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021
Background/Infected Female.
Neighbour/Passerby at Under The Banner of Heaven
September 1, 2021 - September 30, 2021
Neighbour/Passerby.
1800’s Mormon Woman at Under The Banner of Heaven
November 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
1800’s Mormon Woman on set.
Band Fan at Travel Alberta Commercial
August 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Band Fan appearance.
Haunted Actor at Train of Terror
October 1, 2020 - October 31, 2020
Haunted Actor on Train.
Chef Actor at Polar Express Train Ride
November 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Chef Actor on Polar Express train ride.
Comic Con Girl/Hobbit at Jann (S2)
October 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Comic Con Girl/Hobbit.
Charity Gala Diner at Jann (S2)
October 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Charity Gala Diner.
Haunted House Actor at Field of Screams
October 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Haunted House Actor.
Stagehand/Set at IATSE 212
November 1, 2009 - July 1, 2024
Stagehand/Set Decorator; load ins and outs for concerts and stage shows.
Artist at Trickster Theatre
April 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Trickster Theatre Artist.
Event Crew at XA Security
April 1, 2024 - Present
XA Security Event Crew.
Special Events Crew at City of Calgary
July 1, 2023 - Present
City of Calgary Special Events Crew.

Education

Audition + Screen Acting School at Kirsten Clarkson and Donna-Marie Manning
October 1, 2024 - March 6, 2026
On Camera Class at Chad Rook
December 1, 2023 - March 6, 2026
Basic Acting Class at Laura Afelskie
September 12, 2023 - March 6, 2026
Media Production at Interior Film and Television Training Centre (Kelowna, BC)
September 1, 2003 - July 1, 2004
Interior Film and Television Training Centre at Kelowna, BC
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026
Vocal Training & Songwriting at Emily Slaney Music
May 1, 2018 - March 6, 2026

Qualifications

IATSE 212 Stagehand/Set Decorator Permit
November 1, 2009 - July 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services, Other