Episodes
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Mara McCann, the visionary founder of Zhive Media, is at the forefront of shaping the future of the entertainment industry by bridging the gap between film financiers and creative talents. Through Zhive Media, she has established a vibrant membership community and a distribution incubator, empowering writers, directors, and actor/producers to seamlessly bring their projects to market. Mara's passion for creative and business growth is evident in her commitment to mentoring pre-seed companies and curating opportunities for collaboration and innovation within the film ecosystem. Her efforts are further amplified by Zhive Media's initiatives, including an exciting in-person event in Los Angeles (October 25-27, 2024), designed to support independent filmmakers and foster a thriving network of industry resources.
Here are three key takeaways from the podcast:
1. **Continuous Learning and Desire for Growth:** Mara McCann emphasized the power of learning and how a strong desire to expand one's knowledge can open up numerous possibilities. She shared her own journey of transitioning from acting to entrepreneurship and how being open to learning new skills paved the way for her success.
2. **Embracing Change and Flexibility:** Mara McCann highlighted the significance of adaptability and flexibility in the entrepreneurial landscape. She discussed the concept of an incubator as a space that provides mentors and resources to help individuals execute their ideas effectively, emphasizing the value of being open to new solutions and opportunities.
3. **Community Engagement and Networking:** Zhive Media's focus on community building and providing platforms for independent filmmakers was a key theme in the episode. Mara McCann mentioned an upcoming event in Los Angeles (October 25-27, 2024) aimed at supporting filmmakers and creating a collaborative ecosystem within the industry.(00:00:06) Independent Film Ecosystem and Mara McCann
(00:09:32) Time as Valuable as Money in Film
(00:14:46) "Embracing Change for Entrepreneurial Advancement"
(00:17:55) Embracing Intuitive Paths for Personal Growth
(00:26:31) "Engage with Alya Lei for Zive Media"
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Aidan Park, the dynamic founder and CEO of the Yay Foundation, harnesses his talents as an award-winning stand-up comedian and bestselling author to pioneer emotional healing and inner child work. Through his book, "The Art of Being Yay" (The OMG NSFW Memoir and Guide to Authentic Joy), Aidan underscores the significance of joy and authenticity, drawing from personal experiences to demonstrate the transformative power of embracing one's inner child. He believes that unresolved childhood traumas can manifest as intense reactions in adulthood, and his innovative use of comedy serves as a powerful tool to foster mental and emotional health, encouraging self-expression and connection. Aidan Park's collaborative efforts through engaging wellness programs continue to inspire individuals to delve into past experiences, empathize with their inner child, and pursue genuine happiness and self-acceptance.
Here are three key takeaways from the episode:
1. **Utilizing Comedy for Healing**: Aidan Park's Yay Foundation utilizes comedy as a tool for promoting mental and emotional health. By incorporating humor into educational programs and workshops, the foundation fosters self-expression and healing through laughter.
2. **Personal Storytelling and Connection**: Aidan Park emphasized the importance of embracing emotions and narratives, encouraging individuals to engage in inner child work and empathize with themselves. By revisiting past emotional experiences, it is possible to heal and grow from unresolved traumas.
3. **Spreading Joy and Compassion**: The Yay Foundation aims to empower individuals to find joy and healing through a compassionate and joyful approach to mental well-being. By creating safe spaces for personal storytelling and connecting through comedy events, the foundation promotes emotional balance and self-acceptance.National Alliance of Mental Illness
American Foundation of Suicide Prevention
Aids Healthcare FoundationWebsite: https://www.theyayfoundation.org/
Instagram: @aidanparkshow
(00:01:40) Healing through Comedy: Yay Foundation's Impact
(00:14:45) "The Art of Being Yay": Finding Purpose
(00:16:44) Impact of Childhood Molestation on Fear
(00:27:12) Embracing Emotional Balance for Lasting Happiness
(00:30:08) Desperation-Fueled Drug Use for Coping
(00:36:50) Journey of Self-Discovery and Compassion
(00:45:32) Embracing Authentic Narratives Through Comedy
#MentalHealthAwareness #ComedyForHealing #FindingHappiness #EmotionalBalance #EmpathyMatters #OvercomingChallenges #StorytellingThroughComedy #InnerChildWork #SelfExpression #JoyfulHealing #EmbraceEmotions #SupportThroughHumor
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Morgan Deer, now based in Los Angeles, shares a unique and inspiring perspective on her acting journey, rooted in her transition from a career as a news anchor in Humboldt County. Her dedication to the craft is palpable, as she immersed herself in various acting workshops, studios, and improvisation classes, all while living with epilepsy—a condition that has only fueled her determination. Despite facing self-doubt and uncertainty, Morgan draws inspiration from renowned actors like Natalie Portman and Anthony Hopkins, embracing every opportunity to bring memorable characters to life, including her role as a news reporter in the film "Fresh Air." Through her story, she hopes to inspire others, particularly those with disabilities, to pursue their dreams with unwavering confidence and persistence.
Quick Outline
(00:01:05) Empowering Actors with Epilepsy through Advocacy
(00:05:48) From News Anchor to Hollywood: Morgan Deer's Transformation
(00:13:04) Navigating Obstacles with Self-Belief
(00:20:15) Overcoming Challenges Through Resilience and Dedication
(00:24:34) Inspired Journey to Acting Success in LA
(00:27:35) Acting Opportunities and Pursuing DreamsKey Takeaways
- Morgan Deer advocates for individuals with disabilities in the acting industry and encourages them to pursue their dreams despite challenges.
- Transitioning from news producer to news anchor and then to actor, Morgan highlights her journey from a small town to Los Angeles.
- Morgan emphasizes the importance of self-belief and perseverance in overcoming self-doubt and navigating obstacles in Hollywood.
- Morgan and Alya Lei stress the value of persistence and determination in achieving success and inspiring others to stay focused on their goals.
- By attending acting classes and securing an agent, Morgan emphasizes the importance of taking action towards one's dreams despite fear and self-doubt.
- Morgan Deer shares her experience in the film 'Fresh Air' as a news reporter, showcasing her dedication to learning lines and pursuing her acting dream.Actionable Insights
- Believe in yourself and be your own biggest supporter to avoid self-doubt
- Take inspired action towards your dreams even when faced with fear and self-doubt
- Persistence and determination are crucial in pursuing your goals and overcoming challenges
- Leverage your background and skills to create opportunities in your desired field
- Stay focused on your goals and persist through adversity to achieve success
- Do not let your identity be defined by any challenges or conditions you may face
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Vanessa Haney (pen name: Van Haney) grew up in the new age circus known as the entertainment industry. Van was first published in an anthology of poems in 1997. In the early 2000's she was showcased in young filmmaker competitions for her screenplays, and in 2018 while getting her Master's in Education, while also working as VP of Communications at Shoreline Entertainment, she self-published her first book of short stories, "Stories to Curl Your Toes". Now after two children and a move to the Pacific Northwest she's unleashing her stories into the world once again.
"Bloody Ever After" nine short stories based on re-imagined fairy tales, will be free for digital download on Amazon August 13th through 15th. If you follow her on TikTok: Van_Haney_Books (where Vanessa tells ghost stories), Vanessa will be doing a giveaway for both of her books of horror shorts in September and in October, she will be releasing her novel, currently titled "Safest in the Light".
TikTok: Van_Haney_Books
Instagram: @dystopianessShow Notes (timing is approximate)
28s Intro Vanessa Haney aka TikTok: Van_Haney_Books
1m 15s - Growing up in the Hollywood Circus
3m 12s - Started acting
3m 45s - Looking back - wished she focused more on what she was good at in film school - not the “idea” of the path
4m 6s - Getting into film sales, VP of communications
5m 15s - Details of film sales 8 years: what is it, how Vanessa got into it, how/why she get out of it
6m 38s - Miracle and Interview with Shoreline entertainment
7m 17s - Going to Cannes and assistant to VP of Shoreline
7m43s - Communications and becoming VP
8m 07s - Great boss teaching how to market yourself and be an entrepreneur
8m 34s - High stress job - only 1-3% of films make their money back / profit
9m 13s - Loved job, but no longer a fit with wanting a family
9m 43s - Received Masters in Education
9m 53s - Tends to say “yes” when presented with opportunities
10m 28s - Improv in high school and college
10m 36s - One of the main ways independent films are sold
13m 41s - Picking up films at festivals
13m 47s - Picking up films that have never been screened at a film festival
13m 57s - Pitching directly to decision makers at Cannes, TiFF, etc
14m 47s - Pitched films are not purchased by the company, works as a sales agent
15m 21s - How independent filmmakers get in touch with companies like Shoreline
15m 37s - Cinando.com created by Cannes film festival
15m 52s - look up film sales agents
16m 02s - Short films?
16m 13s - Shoreline distribution wing
17m 01s - Self publish books vs publisher, similar to picking up and distribution for films
17m 38s - Transitioning into being a mom
18m 26s - Volunteering at homeless shelters cooking and teaching art, exploring teaching as a new career
18m 54s - Film set and School community similarities
19m 27s - Looking back, missing things about Shoreline
20m 27s - Timeline after Masters degree and moving to Pacific Northwest
21m 12s - 2022 in Portland, Oregon - teaching and involved in school district
22m 22s - When did writing, screenplays and books, get involved?
23m 28s - Started writing 15 years ago, novels and bizarro books
24m 01s - 2019 wrote short stories and published them
24m 33s - 1st published book
24m 48s - Publish another book
25m 07s - YA fantasy book
25m 17s - Self publishing books
26m 07s - Started social media
26m 31s - Finding your niche
26m 54s - Ghost stories
27m 16s - TikTok: Van_Haney_Books (videos) and Instagram: @dystopianess (horror writing)
27m 52s - Why writing fantasy and horror has always been a part of Vanessa’s life
28m 37s - Most recent horror book, Safest in the Light, hybrid baby as metaphor for being a parent, juxtaposition LA lifestyle
29m 58s - Beta readers and editor, out in October 2024
30m 29s - 2nd book of short stories, Bloody Ever After, 9 re-imagined fairy tales, available on Amazon
31m 04s - 1st book, Stories to Curl Your Toes, short stories on Amazon
31m 22s - Books that go out with the Northwest independent writers association
31m 47s - Giveaways of books and swag - follow Vanessa on social media -
STEPHANIE BELL, PGA
A member of the Producers Guild of America, Stephanie is an Emmy nominated & multi-award-winning producer and line producer with over 25 years experience in film, TV & digital content. Her films (both features and shorts) have screened in over 75 film festivals around the world, garnering more than 50 awards, including 14 for “Best Feature”.
Stephanie’s goal is to tell daring and provocative stories that spark a dialogue about the human condition and how our actions impact it.
She is the founding partner of three production companies, BelLipoma Entertainment, HatLine Productions, and Remote Films. She is a member of the Producer’s Guild of America. Stephanie is also an adjunct professor at College of the Desert in Palm Springs, CA, where she teaches producing and line producing.She also serves as a casting director through her casting company, 2 Tall Dames, based in Palm Springs.
In addition to her teaching, Stephanie has served as a mentor to high school and college students in the Coachella Valley. As a member of the Palm Springs Women in Film & TV (PSWIFT), Stephanie served as Co-Chair of the Events Committee. Stephanie also has a background in business and legal affairs, having worked in the legal departments at Paramount Picture, Interscope Communications, and Franchise Pictures.
Stephanie began her career in the entertainment industry as an actress, performing Off- Broadway and regionally. She had the honor of studying in New York City under the tutelage of the Oscar-winning director, Mike Nichols.www.bellipoma.com
www.hatlineproductions.comIMDb
Show Notes (Timing is approximate):
7sec Stephanie Bell Intro -
1min - 3 production companies - Bellipoma Entertainment, HatLine Productions & Remote films
1min 10 sec - adjunct professor at the College of the Desert in palm springs
1min 20s - casting director at 2 tall dames casting company
2m study under oscar winner Mike Nichols
2m 30 sec oscar winning producers, directors, actors always want to do more
3m 04 sec mike Nichols and improvisation - new actors workshop
3m 20 sec Paul Sills and Second City Improv
3m 30 sec Paul Sills, George Morrison broadway director - 3 teachers for improv training program
4m 07s - Viola Spolin’s sister
4m 43 s - how is Stephanie so prolific, how did Stephanie get started, how is Stephanie so successful?
5m 02s - growing up in family where acting is a hobby
5m 9s - environmental lawyer, english literature major, public relations
5m 28 s- started acting as a young child
5m 35 s - decision to be an actress
5m 54 s - regrets article by Erik Erikson, therapist
6m 20 s - oldest all female theatre company, The Snarks
6m 35 s - left job, in NY city, auditions, etc.
6m 45s - accepted into the New Actors Workshop, acting took off
6m 54 s - workshopping off broadway play brought to Los Angeles
7m 09s - stayed in LA, temp job at Interscope
7m 15 s - hired full time at Interscope, late 90’s, lots of activity in small theaters
7m 45s - involved with Sacred Fools Theater Company
7m 53 s - asked to produce a play
8m 6s - fell in love with producing & why
8m 15s “Don’t wait for people to create work for you, create your own work”
8m 26 s - started doing short films, produced 35 plays in Los Angeles, won awards, segue into features
8m 57 s - always said yes, accepting every offer, can’t give it up
9m 28 sec - recap and timing of decision to act and progress
10m 37 s - great advice Stephanie received from a working actress
11m - get your process and use it to build your acting career
11m 38 s - new actors workshop
11m 42 s - George Morrison taught wesley snipes, edie falco, and more
12m - new actors workshop - so many formats of teaching, find what works for you - your own process
12m 52 sec - 2 years at new actors worksop, then 4 years doing theatre in NYC, then went to LA and never left
13m 22sec - George Morrison said it takes 10 years to hone your craft, ie Sharon Stone, Hank Azaria
13m 54sec - use every audition as an opportunity to work your craft
15m 36sec - everyone has a special quality and finding your special quality
16m 14sec - Stanley Tucci story, right out of school
16m 40 sec - hard part of being an actress - can’t be worried about what other people think about you. Believe in Yourself.
17m 36 sec - remembering who you are
18m - Trust your instincts
18m 51 sec - LA timeline
18m 57sec - 45 yrs old and want to be an actor?
19m 36 sec - involvement with Sacred Fools
21m 50 sec - finding the yes within the no
22m 25 sec - learning which mountains to climb and which battles to fight
22m 50 sec - compromising with other producers
23m 03 sec - producers as writers
23m 54 sec - being too close to the material
24m 57sec - transition out of acting into producing
27m 40 sec - Stephanie teaching
27m 56s - getting involved with the palm springs women in film and television
28m - networking and teaching film development and producing at College of the Desert
29m 02sec - Line producing responsibilities
29m 53 sec - how a producer gets paid
30m 49sec - independent film world
32m 18sec - thoughts of success and failure as an artist
33m 08sec - everything that can go wrong, did go wrong on music video
35m 43 sec - wonderful things about the film industry
36m 28sec - working with people you enjoy
37m 49sec -how to get through when a person is challenged
40m 22 sec - “I am still here” film drama about child sex trafficking in the U.S. on Amazon
40m 58 sec - “Inverse” sci-fi/drama film on Amazon
41m19sec - current projects Stephanie is working on
42m10sec - writer Michael Lipolma
42m 15 sec - writer Mischa Marcus, @sanemenmovie.com
42m 19 sec - Stephanie’s active production companies: Bellipoma Entertainment and
HatLine Productions
42m 36sec - how to contact Stephanie
43m 50 sec - Stephanie great at auditioning
44m 10sec - why Stephanie was great at improv -
Achieve acting success anywhere with a strategy from award-winning actress Chrissy Hogue Bartels!
Chrissy Hogue Bartels shares her journey as an actor, challenges of being "derailed" from acting and her strategy to be successful as an actor no matter where you live!
Chrissy is a multi-award winning actor with a recent Best Supporting Actress Award from the Iowa Motion Picture Association for her role as "Katie" in a film she produced titled A Swan Song. She recently became SAG Eligible after booking a co-star on the popular NBC TV Show Chicago PD, holds an MFA in TV & Film with a concentration in Script & Screenwriting and has 1 feature-length script, 4 short screenplays, and a full-length stage play written.
Chrissy most recently performed a "graduation" Tight-5 via The Second City's Stand-Up I class and is hitting open-mics virtually and all over the country depending on where she's working. She coaches actors and teaches communication at Clarke University and Southern New Hampshire University. She is currently in production on several films.
Follow Chrissy on IG to find out where she'll be performing Stand-Up and for upcoming release dates on the films she's in production on!
Instagram @ChrissyHogueBartels
Website is chrissyhoguebartels.com
Show Notes (Times are approximate!)13sec Intro -
2min30 sec Hollywood Winner’s Circle - developed by manager Wendy Alaine Wright
5 min - journey as an actor
5min 36 sec - transition from theatre into tv & film
6m10 sec - one woman show - the stupid economy
6min 42 sec - julian dubuque international film festival - one of the top 50 film festivals in the world
7min 58sec - becoming a producer, writer & director
9m 19sec - Kate Mulgrew - captain laneway in star trek, orange is the new black, chair of film festival
10min 42 sec - impetus for one woman show - twin towers 9-11
25min Goodman theatre
26min Derailed
14min 34 sec - when Chrissy knew she wanted to be an actor
17min 6 sec - derailed so many times
18m 27s - acting again in high school
20m 3s - magical things happen, rome, awards,
20m13s - never give up
20m56s - what it’s like to be a car salesperson and taught Chrissy how to stop living in the mindset of lack and how that changed everything
22m 33s - derailed again - got married and had kids, acting put to the side -
23m 36 s - producing benefit vagina monologues, had cops called on them, raised $30k in 2 nights for the Riverview center - local rape crisis shelter,
25m 41s - where is chrissy now? when did chrissy start booking film & tv? 5 year plan.
26m 3s - classes with James Ciccone
26m 17s - booked Chicago PD
26m 38s - won best supporting actress award
26m 56s - audition, chemistry read and booked first feature film. director fought for chrissy for the lead, but producer wanted a name actress instead. director loved chrissy so much he expanded and wrote the role for Chrissy.
29m6s - how chrissy created her acting strategy
29m42s - strategy for actors in communities not in major markets
31m40s - Follow ChrissyHogueBartels on Instagram. YouTube. Website. Podcast in August: Violent Women in Film,
32m02s - books on how to make a living acting anywhere. on Amazon and website
32m33s - least favorite food and why -
Arron Lloyd: Actor & Elite Neuroencoding Specialist!
How Arron went from growing up in the inner city to being in a commercial for the NFL and an elite neuroencoding specialist sharing stages with Les Brown and Joseph McClendon III!!
Arron Lloyd was born in the inner city in a single mother household, Arron has an appreciation for what it takes to create the life you deserve. As a theater, TV/Film actor and certified one star dual elite neuroencoding specialist, Arron helps actors/creatives & entrepreneurs encode themselves to default to their best. Helping them eliminate, mitigate and destroy the thieves of their dreams. Thieves like procrastination, hesitation, fear of failure, fear of success, self doubt, self loathing, imposter syndrome, fear of rejection, stress and overwhelm.
Arron is excited to start his 8 week program to help actors go from struggling to in-demand. Helping actors to stack the odds in their favor of booking with ease! Instagram: @ArronLloyd Website: https://www.arronlloyd.com -
The Actor's Resource podcast is changing!!
We are transitioning to this podcast: CONVERSATIONS with Alya Lei.
The purpose of the podcast will remain the same: Inspire, Inform, and/or Uplift with guest interviews - the new difference is we are including guests from outside of the entertainment industry, also!
Please join me over there!
Thank you for listeining to The Actor's Resource podcast! I appreciate you!!
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Max Muscato is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, producer and philanthropist. As a rock artist he brings electrifying performances to every show. Over the last several years Max has gained an extensive following and has toured and opened for: Our Lady Peace, Citizen Cope, Theory of a Deadman, Aaron Carter, Finger Eleven, Ripe, The Allman Betts Band and more. He is currently working on his next singles Valarie and Toxic & Poison due out in 2022.
In addition to his music career, Max is also the founder of Rock Autism Music Festival and the creator/writer of the new TV show “Setlist.” The show is the truest depiction of their family dynamic while revealing the grind it takes to make it in the music industry. Max's powerful songs written about his brother's struggle with Autism and addiction is a deep-rooted catalyst that drives his passion and career. Proceeds from his festival fund Rock Autism programs for individuals with Autism, connecting them to a career in music and film.
website: RockAutism.org
instagram: @rockautism and @maxmuscato
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Catherine Campion is a lifer in the entertainment industry. She has been working as an actress non-stop since she was 16 - first in theater, then commercials, followed by TV & features. Some favorite roles have been a foul-mouthed cancer patient on Weeds; a MN Iron Range mom standing up to Charlize Theron in North Country; and a nerdy gamer in Silver, written by Diablo Cody. Now she works almost exclusively in voiceover. Highlights include TV campaigns for Subaru, United Health, Aveda and H&R Block; voicing Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow for the Iron Man video game; and Siri, in Ellen's iPhone, on the Ellen DeGeneres Show. She's now coaching the business of VO at The VO Dojo. Catherine is a third-generation US election judge, and serves on the Board of Directors for her SAG-AFTRA local, as well as MN Women in Film & Television, of which she is Vice President. Outside of the industry, she teaches Adaptive Yoga to students with disabilities, and serves as a Death Midwife to those in the process of dying or losing someone dear to them. She lives in Minneapolis, with her One True Love, Jake, and One True Dog, Dobby. CatherineCampion.com [email protected]
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Michael Vincent Berry is a Texas-born Actor most known for his roles in American Tragedies: WACO The Trials, Law and Order SVU, Better Call Saul and THEM. Other notable projects include the multi-award winning Crude Massacre, Last of the Grads and the LGBT dystopian film; Innocent Boy.
Michael is a veteran stage actor and former Chair of Theatre and Artistic Director at Oakland School for the Arts. Former students of Michael's include: Bo Burnham, Tati Gabrielle and Zendaya. In 2017 he earned a Special Tony nomination for his work in Theatre Education and was inducted into his Alma Mater's Hall of Fame. Michael is a champion for kids with disabilities and access to education in the Arts.
Michael is the proud father of 3 adopted deaf children and resides in Austin, Texas with his husband Adam and three children.
Follow Michael Vincent Berry:
website: https://michaelvincentberry.com
Instagram: @michael.vincent.berry
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Success Interview with award-winning actor, Josh Murray - General Hospital, Christmas at the Greenbrier, Gym Rat.
Josh Murray debuted nationally in TV movie "Killing Lincoln" (as assassin Lewis Powell) – Executive Produced by Ridley Scott and narrated by Tom Hanks – it set a record in viewership on the National Geographic Channel. Since then he has appeared in NBC's “Revolution” and "Taxi Brooklyn" as well as the feature film adaption of David Baldacci’s book "Wish You Well" (starring Mackenzie Foy, Ellen Burstyn and Josh Lucas). He has also worked as an actor for and/or with multiple branches of the military and various law enforcement agencies.
Josh most recently appeared in Tribeca Official Selection “Inheritance” starring Lily Collins and Simon Pegg and was recurring on General Hospital. His latest project is a self-produced feature “Gym Rat” playing an ex-con fitness freak with delusions of being the next Mr. Olympia. Instagram: @joshmurrayctor and @gymratmovie -
Success Interview with Elaine Rivkin, SAG-AFTRA, AEA actor Elaine Rivkin is a recent transplant to Los Angeles from Chicago, where she spent decades acting, teaching, producing, and freelancing in casting. Her stage credits include Steppenwolf Theatre, Victory Gardens, Writers, Northlight, Milwaukee Rep, Geva, and many others. Since moving to LA, she has worked in new play development at Geffen, Center Theatre Group, Boston Court, and New American Theatre, where she became a company member doing Measure for Measure. Elaine's move to LA was prompted by a shift in focus to more on-camera work. Since she relocated, she has appeared on Chicago Fire, Shameless, The Dropout, American Crime Story: Impeachment, and American Horror Story. Elaine is a proud member of SAG-AFTRA and AEA. She is repped by Sovereign Talent Group LA, and managed by CSP Management.
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Jake Diamond is an award-winning editor with over 20 years of experience in Film and Television. From feature films and documentaries, to TV shows such as 90 Day Fiancé and the The Colbert Report, his projects have run the full gamut.
He is also starting a new career as a filmmaker. He had made a few short films, and recently created the "Doin' Great" Dark Comedy Web Series - Best Web Series/TV Pilot at the 2021 Cannes International Cinema Festival. Jake is working on turning "Doin' Great" into a TV series.
Watch and follow the series at: www.doingreatseries.com
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The Actor's Resource Podcast interviews Roxanna Lewis - an award-winning filmmaker to hear Roxanna share her success story, including her near death experience which helped Roxanna define her creative choices. Roxanna's creative approach to film making originates from her deep roots as a theatrical director and choreographer. Her work has been presented across the US and beyond, from Broadway to Lincoln Center Out-Of-Doors to the Department of Agriculture in Washington, DC, to performances for international dignitaries and audiences in the US, Europe and Asia. Her career has also fortuitously led her to work with individuals who happen to be amputees, paraplegic, wheelchair users, deaf, blind, neurodiverse and neurotypical.
As an award-winning film director, Roxanna’s directed The Crossing (Cote de Pablo/ NCIS), The Shift, I Didn’t Know, Hear Me, My Third Body and multi-media String Theory which premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with Mandy’s Voice currently in post-production. She’s worked on additional projects with Island Records, SONY UK, Mpress Records, CNN.Com, Discovery Channel, Showtime, Mindless Entertainment, DNA Productions, The Revolver Film Company and Kilo Productions. Roxanna is also Founder/CEO of Roxxiedanz Productions, Inc. a boutique film & commercial production company that develops scripted and non-scripted tv series, documentaries and short form content celebrating under-represented voices, female-forward content, diversity and inclusivity.
www.MANDYSVOICEFILM.com
www.ROXANNALEWIS.com
Instagram @roxannalewis
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Success Story: Ruth Haney, Hollywood Studio Union Makeup Artist for over 25 years. Ruth moved from Albany, New York to Los Angeles around 1980. She had a chance meeting while waitressing that changed her life and opened the doors to the world of studio makeup. Ruth is a fine artist, so makeup was an easy transition, using color and brushes, on people rather than a canvas. Ruth has worked on the Carol Burnett show, Come Back show in the early 1990's, 8 years on Diagnosis Murder starring Dick Van Dyke, and 7 years at CSI Las Vegas with Matthew Mungle doing Special Effects makeup. Ruth then stepped into the film world doing many films including, The Call, Haunted House 2, Nocturnal Animals, Guilty, Blade Runner, and Ambulance, and recently Dune, just to name a few. Ruth is currently working on Barry season 3.
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Marti Mongiello - genius, veteran, director, producer, author, CEO, White House chef and the list goes on and on...
Marti's current television series, Inside the President's Cabinet, launched in 2019 and is renewed for two additional seasons into 2022.
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Chalis Romero grew up in the Salt Lake City Valley, Utah. She graduated from Cal State University, Fullerton with a degree in Radio, TV & Film. First job in "the industry" was in reality TV. After a couple of years she got a job in scripted TV as an office PA and then as a producer's assistant. She was accepted into the DGA Training program in 2013 and has been working as an assistant director since 2016 on shows such as HBO's Barry, NCIS, Veep and many more!
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Lauren Buglioli - currently a series regular on Netflix's "Florida Man" (currently in production) was born in Los Angeles where she worked as an actress before moving to London, England for middle and high school, where she continued to work in film, television and theatre. She’s a graduate of the American School in London… so don’t be disappointed by the lack of accent.
Her training includes: London's Central School of Speech and Drama, LAMDA, NYU, Stella Adler, Lee Strasberg, UCB, iO West, Lesly Kahn and Margie Haber. Lauren is currently shooting “Florida Man” for Netflix alongside Edgar Ramirez and Paul Schneider. She most recently worked on Tyler Perry’s a “Jazzman’s Blues” and “Vendetta” alongside Clive Standen, Theo Rossi, and Bruce Willis.
Lauren is represented by Privilege Talent, Brilliant Talent Management, DGRW and Sovereign Talent.
She is the mother of two very sassy dogs, and aspires to own a tiny home in the mountains. As a former city girl, who is known to scream expletives at bees, this is both shocking and alarming but proof that ANYTHING is possible.
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An accomplished producer and showrunner with an extensive background in science fiction television, Montreal-born Joseph Mallozzi began his career in the entertainment industry as an animator and later as a writer. He worked developing more than 100 hours of television programming for various children’s series, including Animal Crackers, The Little Lulu Show, and Caillou.
Joseph Mallozzi transitioned to live-action television as a writer-producer with FOX’s teen sitcom Student Bodies, writing nearly two dozen episodes throughout the series’ 65-episode run. Following the conclusion of Student Bodies, Joseph Mallozzi remained with FOX as a contributing writer for television series, including Big Wolf on Campus, The Lost World, and Largo Winch.
With his writing partner Paul Mullie, he joined the critically-acclaimed sci-fi series Stargate: SG-1 in its fourth season, and remained with the franchise as a scriptwriter, showrunner, and executive producer throughout the Stargate: Atlantis and Stargate: Universe programs. After eleven years with Stargate, Joseph Mallozzi branched out to pursue independent projects, launching the comic “Dark Matter” in 2012 and the television series of the same name in 2015.
He regularly posts updates on new projects, interesting foods, and his dogs at JosephMallozzi.com as well as on Twitter (@barondestructo) and Facebook (@josephmallozzi).
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