Curriculum Vitae

Trained in several professional acting programs and experienced on set and in front of the camera, he brings reliability in performance and a strong on-screen presence. His dual background as an actor and photographer/videographer gives him a rare technical understanding of framing, lighting, and the rhythm of a shoot.

Ruben is a highly committed actor, quick to direct, adaptable, and proactive in his creative proposals. A grounded energy, real listening skills, and a presence that leaves a lasting impression.

Profil

Gender: Male
Playing age: 19–28
Place of birth: Nijmegen
Nationality: Dutch

Housing options: Montpellier (FR), Amsterdam (NL), Antwerp (BE), Nijmegen (NL), Marseille (FR), Dijon (FR), Frankfurt am Main (DE), Los Angeles (US), Miami (US), Nantes (FR), Medellín (CO)
Driver’s license: Category B – Car
Eye color: Blue
Hair color: Blonde
Height: 192 cm
Weight: 87 kg
Tattoos: None

FILMOGRAPHY

Enquête Parallèle épisode 5

Directed by Marie-Hélène Copti in 2025

Role: Student (Trust Fund Kid)

La Startup

Directed by Gilles Graveleau

Role: Photographer (speaks English)

Au-delà du front

Directed by William Gras in 2024

Role: German deserter from World War I

Valitchka

Directed by Alexis Cuzon in 2022

Role: Young Nazi soldier

Le Hum

Directed by Hannah Reveillé in 2022

Role: Group Leader

TRAINING

EICAR LYON – 1 year

Dance, Singing, Theatre, On-Camera Acting

Cours Myriade Lyon – 1 year

Stanislavski Method and Meisner Technique

Acteurs Pros Lyon – 2 years

Stanislavski Method:
Dance, Singing, Improvisation

1-week intensive workshop
with Ring Théâtre on the play Edward II in Nevers

Stunts, Diction, Singing, Improvisation, Rhythm

High School – Intensive Theatre Program (3 years)

Stunts, Diction, Singing, Improvisation, Rhythm

LANGUAGES SPOKEN

FRENCH

Moved to France in 2008; French became his second native language.

DUTCH

Born in the Netherlands, Ruben speaks Dutch fluently.

ENGLISH

Passionate about cinema from a young age, he mastered English by watching films and series. As a frequent traveler, he uses it almost every day.

GERMAN

After a 3-month exchange program in Germany, Ruben returned speaking Goethe’s language.

SPANISH

After a one-month intensive course in Colombia, Ruben is able to communicate in Spanish.

SKILLS

Musical Instruments

8 years of piano
1 year of guitar

Circus

2 years of unicycle
2 years of juggling and diabolo

Cooking & Service

Born to a father who was a professional chef, and having worked in kitchens myself, I am familiar with all the techniques and gestures of a skilled cook.

Additionally, after working as a server in a semi-fine dining restaurant for 4 years, I understand all aspects of the profession.

SPORTS

8 ans d’escalade

2 ans d’Escrime

Ball Sports

3 years of Handball
2 years of Basketball

THEATER

2022

Peter Pan, stepping in just two hours before the show.

Role: “Peter Pan”

2019

Xavier Clément / Catherine Pichot

« La Peur des Coups» by George Courteline

Role: “Lui” => A cowardly man

2018

Marie-Julie de Coligny / Catherine Pichot

« Mon Fric » by David Lescot

Role: “Me” – the individual confronted with money

2010

La Compagnie du Globe

« Les Noces de Lucienne » by Jules Renard

Role: “Little Joseph” (8-year-old child)