New to the film and entertainment industry, Nathan and Maggie want to know more. Advancing in this industry is hard, so how can you advance? And more importantly, what gigs can get you closer to your dream job? In this podcast, these two friends talk about industry ups and downs while learning from others along the way; Speaking with “below the line” industry professionals, co-workers, and crew members who are also navigating the industry.
Farewell For Now, Last Episode of Season one! with Hosts Nathan and Maggie
Hi everyone, this will be our last episode of season 1! We hope you understand this sudden ending but we have realized over the course of making this podcast what types of conversations and guests we want to bring forward into our next season. Our podcast is still going to center around the entertainment industry but the content is shifting to something that is more relevant in how we see the world today. We want to thank all of our amazing guest who have been on our podcast for giving such great advice to people who are starting out in the industry and a special thanks to our audience members who have been listening to us since we started. We hope that you will tag along with us as we continue to learn and grow in this new world of ours.
Xoxo Maggie and Nate
BLM / SOCIAL JUSTICE LINKS:
https://linktr.ee/untoldstoriesfromBTL
11 Sept 2020
Leadership, Pursuing Goals, and Finding Your Style as a Cinematographer with Hex Yang!
In this week's episode, we speak to Hex Yang. Growing up in China watching movies and becoming inspired, Hex ventured to Chicago to get her degree in Cinematography. Paving her own way, she applied to film school by herself, and proved to her parents she could make a career in the film industry. She is now a freelance Cinematographer based in Chicago, Illinois. We’ll ask her about her journey to becoming a filmmaker and what’s it like working as a freelancer in the camera and lighting department!
HEX:
https://www.instagram.com/hexy_film/
BLM / SOCIAL JUSTICE LINKS:
https://linktr.ee/untoldstoriesfromBTL
28 Aug 2020
Becoming A Freelance Cinematographer, Working With Clients, and Set Etiquette with Olivia Aquilina!
On this weeks episode we speak to the amazing and talented freelance cinematographer Olivia Aquilina! Based in Los Angeles, Olivia has worked with brands such as Nike, Converse, and Glossier. She also takes on camera positions and speaks with us about her journey though her industry career. Listen as production people learn more about the world of camera! We ask her when should you drop "aspiring" off your title, how to work with with clients, what her favorite camera is, and how to stay professional on set. We also continue the conversation on Covid-19 and how the BLM Movement has changed our industry forever.
OLIVIA LINKS!
https://www.oliviaaquilina.com/
https://www.instagram.com/cineliv/
BLM / SOCIAL JUSTICE LINKS:
https://linktr.ee/untoldstoriesfromBTL
OLIVIA LINKS!
https://www.oliviaaquilina.com/
https://www.instagram.com/cineliv/
BLM / SOCIAL JUSTICE LINKS:
https://linktr.ee/untoldstoriesfromBTL
14 Aug 2020
Script Supervising, Getting Into a Union, and Why Set life feels so rewarding with Kat Gorospe
In today’s episode we’re talking to the amazingly talented script supervisor Kat Gorospe! Based in Chicago, Kat found her passion as a scripty after attending Columbia College Chicago. She recently joined the Union and has been working on television, film, and commercial sets. Kat is also interning for Filmscape Chicago where she works under their social media department. We’ll be asking about her experience working on Union and NonUnion sets and how she worked to secure those opportunities.
BLM / SOCIAL JUSTICE LINKS:
https://linktr.ee/untoldstoriesfromBTL
31 Jul 2020
Freelancing, Owing Your Job Title, and the Importance of Active Allyship with Host Maggie Sotter
This week Nathan speaks with his amazing co-host Maggie Sotter on her experience working in Los Angeles as a First Assistant Director, Stage Manager, and Documentarian. Growing up in the Bay Area, Maggie found a passion for documentary work that eventually led her to Assistant Direct for narrative cinema. She has been working freelance as a PA, Stage Manager, and within the AD department since moving to Los Angeles. Maggie is also active in social justice through her work in Doc film making and talks to us about active allyship and Anti-Racisim. We’ll be asking about her experience as a Freelancer, First Assistant Director, and her passion for active alliship.
17 Jul 2020
Freelancing, Social Justice, and Directing Through Social Platforms with Host Nathan Marquez!
This week Maggie speaks with fellow host, the amazing Nathan Marquez, on his industry story. Growing up In Chicago, Nathan had a passion for Journalism and Directing For Film. After College, he Moved to Los Angeles in early 2018 and has been working as a successful freelance PA and Stage Manager. Active in social justice, Nathan volunteers for organizations such as Freedom For Immigrants and CORE. Recently, he has been taking advantage of Social Media to Direct and Create, using these experiences in social justice to inspire his films and documentaries. This week we'll talk to him about his creative journey from freelancing to creating for the small screen and everything in between!
3 Jul 2020
From Theater to Screen to Studio - Finding Success in a Multifaceted Career, with Davied Morales
In today's episode we’re talking to actor, rapper, and artist Davied Morales. Based in San Jose, Dav also works out of Los Angeles growing his career as an entertainer. He has an energetic and consistent presence on social media by the name of “@activepoet” showcasing his art and gracing us with his talents. This week we ask him about all the elements of his career from theater to screen to studio.
19 Jun 2020
Becoming an Actress in Hollywood and Taking Control of Your Career with Nikki Barksdale
In this weeks episode we speak with the amazing and talented Los Angeles based actress Nikki Barksdale. Born and raised in Chicago, Nikki new from a young age that she wanted to be on the big screen. Moving out to Los Angeles 2 years ago, she has been auditioning and landing gigs for commercial and reality TV.
But thats not all she does: Nikki is also a fast growing plus size fashion and lifestyle influencer. "Notoriously Nikki " is a channel where she can express her authentic self and connect with other black women (and men) within the beauty / fashion / lifestyle community. You can find her amazing channel on Instagram @nutoriouslynikkib and Youtube @nutoriouslynikki
Notoriously Nikki:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0ij8qExkcMhEu9JndKPTEA
https://www.instagram.com/notoriouslynikkib/
This week we also discuss Juneteenth and the importance of the Black Lives Matter Movement. The murder of George Floyd has lead to the biggest civil rights movement in the history of the world. Police brutality in this country has lead to generations of suffering and systemic racism since the freedom of enslaved africans in 1865. Nikki, Nathan, and I are roommates and wanted to have a conversation on the importance of anti-racism and active alliship for BIPOC and POC peoples. Sometimes these conversations about race can seem uncomfortable, but these are necessary conversations to have in your home, even ours.
To help with the movement and to stay involved we have provided links:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N_SPBO8LOigf1h3EUPlkRe8kYFobwGhMIyhWJ0gGPMQ/edit?usp=sharing
29 May 2020
Styling, raising a family in Hollywood, and the importance of moms with Charissa Kiefer
In this episode we speak with Charissa Kiefer, stylist and industry mama based in Los Angeles. Starting at a young age, Charissa got her first styling job for Guess when she was only 20 years old. She has always had a passion for styling but after meeting her husband (a producer himself), she found her love for production work. This power couple has been raising a family and successfully freelancing in Hollywood together. Hear all about Charissa's industry journey as she talks styling, raising a family in Hollywood, and the importance of moms!
22 May 2020
Writing your way into LA with Felicity Pickering!
In this episode we speak with Felicity Pickering, a freelance Australian Writer/Director based in Los Angeles. Felicity started as a playwright in her home country of Australia and eventually (lucky for us) she transitioned into the film industry. Working mainly as an office assistant for production companies in LA, Felicity is also constantly writing. Hoping to become a show runner for independent productions, writing groups and creating her own content is a large part of her process. Listen in this week as we talk to Felicity about her journey as an independent filmmaker. This week we discuss: Writing your way into LA with Felicity Pickering!
15 May 2020
Staying humble on set and Everything Editing with Gina Ferguson!
In this episode we speak with Gina Ferguson an editor at Snapchat Inc. and freelance director based in Los Angeles. Gina was born in the Oregon and moved to LA only a few years ago. Don't let her age or steady editing job fool you, Gina has seen it all! Working on set as a PA, Stage Manager, Lighting tech and so much more, Gina will teach us about what it means to flip flop between gigs.This week we discuss: Staying humble on set and Everything Editing with Gina Ferguson!
8 May 2020
Staying passionate and finding your set alter Ego with Jaclyn Amor
In a time when Covid-19 has hit our world, our industry is changing and subsequently so has our podcast! Join Nathan and Maggie as they self isolate and gossip about what's to come for the film and entertainment industry. In this episode we speak with Jaclyn Amore - A writer, director, producer based in Los Angeles. Jaclyn was born in the Philippines, raised in Australia (catch that silky aussie accent), and spent many years freelancing in New York before moving to LA. A "Jac of all trades" shes been apart of almost every aspect of the industry and we are so honored to have her as out first guest! This week we discuss: Staying passionate and finding your set alter Ego with Jaclyn Amor
http://www.jaclynamor.com/
https://www.instagram.com/jaclynamor/?hl=en
6 May 2020
Lights, Camera, Carona!
In a time when Covid-19 has hit our world, what will our industry look like after the pandemic? Join Nathan and Maggie as they talk quarantine and gossip about what's to come for the film and entertainment industry. This week: Nathan tells us first hand how testing sites operate, we discuss who's still working in the media, and how the film industry will change post-Corona.
4 May 2020
Quarantined: The Perfect Time To Start A Podcast!
In a time when Covid-19 has hit our world, our industry is changing and subsequently so has our podcast! Join Nathan and Maggie as they self isolate and gossip about what's to come for the film and entertainment industry. Until further notice (or until we all can go outside) Maggie and Nate will be discussing quarantine and the film world's biggest headlines. This week we discuss: Working on set during Covid-19, what we’ve been up to in quarantine, and how you can help during this pandemic!
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