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Film Production Mentorship, Part 2: The Bottom of the Rung
Growing up, the word "nice" was a four-letter word. You may be taken aback to hear this for those who know me professionally since my reputation tends towards nurturing and empowerment. Yet my position has not wavered over the years. In a work atmosphere, I'd rather respect come before affection and efficiency before comfort. Why? We delved into the heart of it in Part 1 of this series: trust. Without it, no amount of gifts or affirmations will make up for the loss. For those of you wh…
How to Network & Build a Lasting Career in Entertainment: Part 1
I recently gave some thought to what actions and strategies had made the most significant impacts in my success over the years. I was surprised to realize how it really was not the things most of us expect. Not agents. Not union membership. Not publicity. Not awards or accolades. Not proactive networking. The reality is far more subtle, nuanced and more powerful than any of those things. It took decades of perspective for me to recognize the indisputable…
Stage 32 in Yahoo! Finance: "How This Social Platform Became The LinkedIn Of The Entertainment World"
Happy Wednesday Creative Army! Since 2011, the Stage 32 team has been working tirelessly to help you stay connected, creative, motivated, and informed. As always, we are committed to bringing you networking opportunities, education and mentoring from top-level industry executives and professionals, and access to decision-makers around the globe all from the comfort of your own home. Recently our efforts have been noticed by the media in a big way. We are incredibly proud and honored th…
How to Have a Healthy Relationship with Criticism of Your Art/Work
As an artist, you’re called to show up in the world. Whether it’s on stage, making a pitch, submitting your screenplay, putting on an art show, you make yourself vulnerable to others over and over again. Making art is a unique process. The initial stages of creating are deeply personal, but, eventually, you need the attention of your audience to bring your creative work to life. Though it began as something private, your art only achieves its purpose and full potential when …
Coffee & Content: How to Start an Acting Career with No Experience & Marvel's ETERNALS Visual Effects Tutorial
Happy Sunday Creative Army! I've got my coffee in hand and your weekly dose of content coming in hot - grab your coffee of choice and let's dive right in. First up, the Acting Career Center has an amazing video about how to start an acting career with zero experience. This video features Atlanta-based actor Kurt Yue, who started his acting career with no agent & no experience - he now has over 62 credits including major titles like Marvel's Black Widow, Netflix's Cobra Kai, CW's Dy…
Coffee & Content: Jessica Chastain on THE EYES OF TAMMY FAY & Tips from THE GOOD FIGHT Showrunners
Happy Sunday Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee and let's dive in. First up, Film Independent recently hosting an Q&A with Jessica Chastain and producer Kelly Carmichael about their new film The Eyes of Tammy Fay. In this exclusive interview, Jessica talks about how she first got the rights to the projects back in 2012, the process of preparing for the role, and…
How To Brew A Family of the Arts and Why it’s so Important
Happy Autumn Creatives! Growing up, I was known for my tiny stature and enormous personality, pretty much what I’m known for now. I loved making friends, family, and old people smile. I spent most of my time with my grandmother, the best storyteller, seamstress and soul fool chef on the planet. I enjoyed the sweet smells of sweet potato custard and homemade biscuits baking in the oven while she taught me how to sew lace on a doll dress. When we were finished, I’d follow her…
From England to LA: 3 Simple Rules for Filmmakers
Every day in this crazy LA film world I learn something new. I have been here for over 7 years now and have been able to go from a position of not knowing anyone to being able to produce a film that is doing the festival circuit all for a budget of $1,000. I also made 6 feature films in just two years. Being British has also made things harder. How do you even start when you need to get a social security number a home address and a cell? It can seem daunt…
Let’s Celebrate 10 Years of Stage 32 Together – And, Introducing the New Stage 32 App
In February of 2011, we went live with the first iteration of Stage 32. For me personally, this was the culmination of 3 years of plotting, planning, executing, and, ultimately, fully forming and realizing an embryonic idea that had been living in my head and keeping me awake at night. As you might imagine, it was an exciting moment. Still, I didn’t know how people would take to the idea. From a business standpoint, I had done it backwards. Normally, you take (what you believe to…
Film Production Mentorship - Part 1: Learning on the Job
Everyone dreams about it. The glitz, the glamour, the red carpet, the afterparties, but especially the accolades. The pinnacle of success for a filmmaker, right? And it's not just the mammoth paperweight, but it's the speech you give when receiving that shiny, televised award. Have you practiced it yet? In front of the mirror, you say? Oh, dear. Then you may want to sit for this next bit. Comfortable? Good, good. "I'd like to thank…" whoa, hold that thought. Allow me to rip this …
Pilot Audition Tips from Casting Director Kendra Castleberry (LIMETOWN, GRIMM, CASTLE)
Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, Kendra Castleberry has always known she was destined to work in entertainment. From private song and dance concerts in her parents’ living room, to studying acting at the Youth Performing Arts School, to switching focus to directing at the University of Illinois…. creating character and story has always been tremendously important. After moving to Los Angeles in January 2001, Kendra was surprised to find a new outlet for her creative…
How to Be "The CEO of You" - Richard "RB" Botto on The Heart of Show Business Podcast
Happy Thursday Creative Army! You’ve heard me say it a thousand times, no matter what your goals as a creative or an entrepreneur, you are the CEO of You Inc.Recently, I had the pleasure of being a guest of my dear friend and mega producer, Alexia Melocchi's, uplifting and enlightening podcast, The Heart of Show Business. We discussed many topics I believe will help inspire and motivate you including how you’re much more in control than you think you are, how to make your …
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