About Me

BIOGRAPHY – MARC VAN DER BERGH

Marc was born on 23 January 1980 in Cape Town, South Africa. After finishing school he spent 3 years overseas with a combination of working in London and travelling the world.

On returning to Cape Town in 2001 he spent 2 years studying film and television acting at City Varsity’s film school receiving his diploma at the end of 2002. The end of his final year culminated in him being one of the leads in the film schools production, Ananke, at the Grahamstown Arts Festival (South Africa’s premier arts festival). The production was based on the Greek tragedy of Persephone and Zeus in which he played the part of Hades, Lord of the Underworld.

Fast forward to 2004 and drawing from his previous experience in London and with a change in direction, Marc has since occupied his time working in London’s financial district as a Project Manager. His real passion however, is to get in front of the camera. This passion was ignited once more after completing a presenting course through London’s Academy of Media and Film at the end of 2009.

His infectious enthusiasm and sharp wit is instantly recognisable, coupled with the fact that the camera tends to like him makes for a formidable combination. Marc also has the gift of establishing quick and grounded report with a range of personalities which is a huge asset on television today. He is very unique not only in physical appearance, but also personality. He has a passion for television and has a good understanding of camera versus subject from his acting training.

As part of Marc's professional career in the City he is knowledgeable on the global financial markets but follows the world’s current affairs with equal interest. Other interests include: travel, food, music, current affairs and being South African, sport� including golf, surfing and rugby.

Marc’s mother is from Britain, he is fortunate enough to have inherited her passport and neutral accent. Although new to the industry, he will be a real find to whoever discovers him.

Acting

Experience

Accents

Employment History & Experience

I have played one of the lead roles (Hades, Lord of the Underworld) in a Greek fringe performance called Ananke. Apart from that I have done a few TV ads (one lead, some extra) as well as film extra work.

Presenting

Employment History & Experience

I have presenting experience from a South African travel show called Going Nowhere Slowly & the experience from my showreel.

Experience & Qualifications

General Experience

I have performed in a lead role of a theatrical student production & also had experience presenting a South African travel show called Going Nowhere Slowly. I have also done small bits of ad & extra work.

Qualifications & Training

2 year Diploma in acting covering film, television & theatre. Short course in Presenting from the London Academy of Media & Film & also Pozitiv Productions.

Other Information

Relevant Skills

Formal training in acting & presenting & practical experience in both.

Interests & Hobbies

Travel, food, music, current affairs and sport including golf, surfing and rugby.

Miscellaneous Information

Keen to get presenting work in factual entertainment focusing on travel, culture (music,food,film) & current affairs. Open to other types of presenting work but using the above as a guideline.