What pulled you into film & TV in the first place?

I’ve always been drawn to storytelling and human emotion. Film and television have a unique ability to make people feel seen, start conversations, and create empathy across very different experiences. As an actor, I loved stepping into characters and exploring emotional truth, but over time I realized I also wanted to help shape the stories being told behind the camera. That eventually led me to founding True Self Films, where the goal is to create meaningful, character-driven work that reflects voices and experiences that are often overlooked.

What worries you most about the future of this industry right now?

I think one of the biggest concerns is that meaningful storytelling can sometimes get overshadowed by algorithms, trends, and short attention spans. There’s so much pressure to create what’s instantly marketable that unique voices and emotionally honest stories can struggle to break through. I also think access remains a challenge — especially for independent filmmakers, women, and creators from underrepresented backgrounds. At the same time, I’m hopeful because audiences are still hungry for authentic stories that genuinely connect with them.

What’s one piece of advice you wish you’d heard earlier?

I wish someone had told me earlier that building a career in this industry is much more of a marathon than a sprint. It’s easy to compare your journey to other people’s highlight reels, especially in entertainment, but longevity, resilience, and relationships matter just as much as talent. I also wish I’d understood sooner that creating your own opportunities can be just as powerful as waiting for permission from the industry.

What does success mean to you and have you ever experienced it?

Success to me is creating work that resonates with people while also building a sustainable career doing what I love. Of course awards and recognition are wonderful, but I think real success is when a story moves someone, sparks conversation, or makes them feel less alone. I’ve experienced moments of success already through acting, producing, and seeing projects like our award-winning short film Let Go connect with audiences and film festivals. Those moments reminded me that even smaller projects can have real impact.

What is next in your career?

Right now I’m focused on growing True Self Films and advancing our psychological drama feature Therein Lies Darkness through financing and development. I’m also developing new film and television projects centered on emotionally impactful storytelling.

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