Terissa believes that to jump-start your acting or theater career or make a fresh turnaround, you must create inner energy. You have to be willing to work towards your goals and not give up when obstacles arise. It's up to you to turn the vision of your future into a reality.
Making connections is essential for an artist to be successful. It is a key step in getting to your dream, and it's important to stay flexible so you can adjust when those dreams don't come true exactly how you thought they would. Networking will help you move forward and start writing your success story.
In this episode, Terissa Kelton reflects on her journey as an artist and co-founder of Rehab Entertainment. She shares the secrets to her success, projects she's been working on, and advice for other creatives who are striving to make it in the industry. Tune in to get inspired by Terissa's superpowers.
Let’s jump in!
Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:
[02:24] Terissa’s backstory and how she became a co-founder at Rehab Entertainment.
[10:52] Terissa talks about one of her latest projects.
[15:13] Terissa’s advice to anyone who is starting a career in theater and acting.
[20:18] Terissa’s superpowers that have kept her winning.
[25:40] How Terissa engages with her fan base. How she has navigated the business and artistic side of things.
[36:25] Terissa’s advice to young and upcoming artists.
About Terissa Kelton: -
Terissa Kelton is the Co-Founder and EVP of Development, Production, and Distribution at Rehab Entertainment. While running day-to-day operations, Kelton also oversees Rehab Entertainment’s entire production slate with producing partner John W. Hyde.
Kelton began her career in Austin, Texas, working in various capacities on many independent feature films- starring in 10 and producing 8.
Throughout this time, she was also involved in short films, starring in, directing, and producing on nearly a dozen projects. Kelton’s work has been featured in film festivals around the United States and internationally, including the Austin Film Festival, where 3 REFERENCES premiered and was nominated for an audience choice award. She has also received individual nominations and won various awards for acting and directing. Kelton has returned to the Austin Film Festival as a panel moderator, notably for writer Steve Faber’s panel on Artistic Integrity.
Kelton graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre: Acting and a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication: Electronic Media from Texas State University at the age of 21. Some of her college highlights are starring in and producing the feature film HOMECOMING; anchoring for the Texas State newscast, Bobcat Update; and studying all things Shakespeare with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-Upon-Avon, England. Kelton also held officer roles in several organizations, including Alpha Psi Omega and Bobcat Build.
How to connect with Terissa Kelton:
Website: http://www.terissakelton.com/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/TerissaKelton
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Terissa-Kelton/165450970146709/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terissakelton/
About the Host -
Belinda Ellsworth is a Speaker, Trainer, Best-Selling Author, and Podcaster
She has been a professional speaker, mover, and shaker for more than 25 years. Having built three successful companies, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs make better decisions, create successful systems, and build business strategies using her "Four Pillars of Success" system.
Belinda has always had a passion and zest for life with the skill for turning dreams into reality.
How to Connect with Belinda:
Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/workfromyourhappyplace
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaellsworth
Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/workfromyourhappyplace/
Website - www.workfromyourhappyplace.com
Quotes:
“It’s your responsibility to put the inner energy needed to achieve what you visualize.”
“As long as you move forward, that’s good news.”
