The Cherene Francis Show
By Cherene Francis
Get a refreshing perspective from an Entrepreneur, Actor, Producer, and Content Creator doing it all as a Homeschooling Mom, Wife, and Spiritual Leader. For more information or to subscribe to my blog, go to ChereneFrancis.com
The Cherene Francis ShowMay 19, 2021
Announcement about my First Short Film!
Subscribers, for a limited time only, from October 26th - October 31st, can watch my short film "STAINED" online!
STAINED is a psychological thriller about nostalgia. The film reveals an eerie reality about moving and the memories that are left behind.
🏠 After a decade of living in the same house, the fun and loving McAllister family move to a new street where they are completely ignored by their new neighbours, leading them to discover an eerie reality and find a resolution to a mysterious haunting.
🕰️LET GO OF THE PAST, OR THE PAST WON’T LET GO OF YOU!
CLICK HERE TO WATCH "STAINED" 📺 ➡️ Limited Release October 26 - November 1st at StainedShortFilm.com 📽️➡️ Toronto Premiere December 2023
My First Year of Acting - What I Did to Start Acting At Age 30
Are you dreaming of a career in acting? Do you aspire to be on the big screen, captivating audiences with your talent? Starting a career in acting can be an exhilarating and challenging journey. A clear path to success is crucial, whether you're a late bloomer like Cherene Francis, who began acting at age 30, or a young enthusiast anxious to make your mark in the profession.
In this blog post, I'll share twelve valuable tips to help you kickstart your acting career and navigate the competitive world of show business. From crafting a vision and plan to networking and producing your content, these tips will provide practical guidance to get you closer to your acting goals. So, let's dive in and discover the secrets to jumpstarting your acting journey!
Becoming an Actor at 30 - How to Start an Acting Career in Your 30s
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My New Acting Headshots - Tips, Dos & Don'ts
I got new acting headshots! This time, I intentionally put together my characters, wardrobes, looks, and poses. They turned out amazing! You can listen to this podcast to hear the details or head to my youtube channel to watch all the details.
My Acting Headshot Dos and Donts - Branding, Tips & What to Expect: https://youtu.be/itHCnJN_wFE
Resources Mentioned
- Becoming an Actor at 30 - How to Start an Acting Career in Your 30s: https://youtu.be/fcsGtTR3mYs
- Lindsey MacDonald Photography: http://www.lindseymacdonald.com/ https://www.cherenefrancis.com/
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Becoming an Actor in My 30s - How to Start an Acting Career Late!
Becoming an Actor at Age 30 - How I started my acting career in my 30s. What it's like to start your acting career "late." My journey, the positives, negatives, and should you start your acting career in your 30s.
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Why I Started Acting Late at Age 30
02:27 When Did I Decide to Start Acting at Age 30
03:18 How I Started Acting at Age 30
04:32 How My Acting Career is Going Now
06:27 The Downfalls of Starting Your Acting Career Late
08:45 The Positives of Starting Your Acting Career Late
11:03 Should You Start an Acting Career at Age 30
I Produced My First Short Film - How I Did It and How It's Going.
I share my six-month pre-production journey and being on set for my first self-produced short film. I share how I found a script and connected with my director, our challenges, lessons learned, and big wins! I also share what's to come for my team in post-production, festival runs, and more. If you got further questions, you can connect with me on my website at ChereneFrancis.com or on Instagram @cherenefrancis
Upleveling My Producer Game
My Actor Entrepreneur Life - March 2022 VLOG
In this Actor Entrepreneur Vlog, I recap my journey from January 2021 to March 2022 which included:
- Me joining the ACTRA actor's union
- Levelling up my skills as a producer
- Changing my coaching services
Resources Mentioned
Grow with Video Marketing Training: https://www.cherenefrancis.com/
Podcast - What’s Your 10-Year Life Plan? - https://anchor.fm/cherenefrancis/episodes/Whats-Your-10-Year-Life-Plan----How-to-create-a-strategy-to-achieve-your-life-goals-e1f1c2b
You Don't Have to Know Everything, so Why Not Just Go for It?
What’s Your “ONE THING?” The answer for multi-passionate people.
"This "Jack of all Trades" saying left me feeling like something was wrong with me.
Banging my head against my desk, "What's my ONE THING?"
There is a solution to this challenge for multi-passionate entrepreneurs and creatives.
I discuss the keys to this “ONE THING” question in this episode.
If you need more help, reach out at ChereneFrancis.com
What’s Your 10-Year Life Plan? - How to create a strategy to achieve your life goals.
How I regained my sanity after losing sight of my business vision.
Part 3: Acting Q&A with Don Mills Collegiate Institute Students in Toronto
Do you think people still need to move to LA/Hollywood to pursue acting?
What process did you go through to find an agent? How did you know it was the right one?
Since all auditions are self tapes and you get more tries instead of one, on set do you also get multiple tries?
Part 2: Entrepreneurship and Acting Q&A with Don Mills Collegiate Institute Students in Toronto
How do you balance acting and you marketing business?
How did you get to the stage where you could decide to pursue something else and still have a successful business?
How did you automate your life (business and continue making passive income)?
Part 1: Acting Q&A with Don Mills Collegiate Institute Students in Toronto
How long was the process from your audition to when you got the part and started filming?
What techniques do you use to create a believable character?
What is the first thing you do to research and approach a role?
How did you become a part of Actra?
“Trust” when Starting Something New
My New Meaning of Life… for now at least.
The Burden of Dreaming Big. Lighten up and let it go!
Becoming an Actor Mom or Mompreneur
Lazy & Getting Things Done
Pace Yourself to Reach Big Goals
I Am Enough
Why a Pointless Life is Powerful!
There’s No Point to Life, but I’m Grateful
Fear of Self Promotion on Social Media
Closet Creative - I’m Coming Out!
After years of being a closet artist (a creative person that desires to make a career as an artist but is afraid that it won't pay the bills), I'm finally stepping out. Here are my thoughts.