We’re hanging out with actor Michael J. Scott II to discuss his journey from college theatre to becoming a working actor. Michael keeps it real about his early challenges, the lessons that shaped him, and the purpose that keeps him grounded through it all. He shares his audition mindset, the story behind landing a Tiffany & Co. spot, and how staying consistent beats chasing perfection. We also dive into Texas’s growing film scene, self-taping strategies, and what it really takes to build ...
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We’re hanging out with actor Michael J. Scott II to discuss his journey from college theatre to becoming a working actor. Michael keeps it real about his early challenges, the lessons that shaped him, and the purpose that keeps him grounded through it all. He shares his audition mindset, the story behind landing a Tiffany & Co. spot, and how staying consistent beats chasing perfection. We also dive into Texas’s growing film scene, self-taping strategies, and what it really takes to build ...
Creating a Life Through Film: Passion, Purpose, and the Power of Storytelling
On the Come Up with Kimberly Sanchez
31 minutes
7 months ago
Creating a Life Through Film: Passion, Purpose, and the Power of Storytelling
In today’s episode, I sit down with my brother Kai, a Radio-Television-Film major at UT Austin, to explore the real-world challenges and creative triumphs of navigating film school. We talk about his unconventional journey from English major to documentary director, the importance of building a strong creative network, and how he’s developing his voice as a filmmaker despite financial and institutional barriers. Kai offers a behind-the-scenes look at student filmmaking—from directing on tight...
On the Come Up with Kimberly Sanchez
We’re hanging out with actor Michael J. Scott II to discuss his journey from college theatre to becoming a working actor. Michael keeps it real about his early challenges, the lessons that shaped him, and the purpose that keeps him grounded through it all. He shares his audition mindset, the story behind landing a Tiffany & Co. spot, and how staying consistent beats chasing perfection. We also dive into Texas’s growing film scene, self-taping strategies, and what it really takes to build ...