Sharin' and Declarin'

2011 is nearly over, and WHAT. A. YEAR.

The best way that I found to ring in the new year was with my career coach Dallas Travers' "How to Design Your Best Year Yet!"(that's her blog with instructions. HIGHLY recommended!)

Using her steps, I've spent the last 2 years detailing the year in review, and setting my sights forward. It all culminates in declaring goals for the upcoming year, and just to share:

*2011 Career Goals*
1: I will book at least 4 more East Coast TV roles!
Pretty donesies, considering that I did 2 films and 2 TV episodes! :)

2: I will have the career traction to make LA a viable option for 2012!
Done and done!

What does this leave for 2012? Something REALLY exciting, I assure you. I was talking to an LA friend, and she said:

"I'm so mad that you're not here, but I'm so happy for WHY you're not here! [read: FRANNY] When are you getting out to LA?!"

My response was, "I'm gonna be ballsy here and put it out into the universe--I'll get out to LA this spring for the first time, when I book and film my first pilot!" She LOVED it!

So there it is! One goal this year, but a doozy. In 2012 I will book a series regular on a pilot and have my first trip to LA be for work!

It feels like the right goal, and it's just so EXCITING to me that I can't not pursue it with every cell of my being!

May the upcoming year bring you STELLAR success and awesomeosity aplenty!

<3
JenFollow @JenPonton

Oh, I Wanna be a Producer...

Been itching to help produce a film lately? Well, hot dog, have I got an opportunity for you!

FRANNY needs just a little more oomph for post-production--can you help? A simple $5 and telling your friends will work wonders!

ABOUT THIS PROJECT

"Franny" is a dark comedy feature film now in post production. The film stars Frances Fisher (Titanic, The Lincoln Lawyer), Steve Howey (Shameless, Reba), newcomer Jen Ponton (as Franny), Annaleigh Ashford (Wicked, Legally Blonde, Rent) and Broadway veterans Mary Testa, Ruth Gotschall, Eddie Korbich, directed by Ash Christian, and produced by Jordan Yale Levine, Ash Christian, and Amy Salko Robertson.

Synopsis: Despite the odds FRANNY PETERSON always knew she’d make it BIG! With a heart of gold and a loving and kind personality, all 250lbs of her knew that one day she’d make it out of her small town. Who knew that today would be that day...while waiting in line at the bank listening to music on her ipod, in walks, from cowboy boots to cowboy hat, the most gorgeous guy she’s ever seen!! When their eyes meet she’s sure this is the one...The fact that RICK is now holding up the bank and taking her hostage does not deter her from her mission. This wasn’t exactly the way she dreamed it would all go down, but she’s eager to get out of her small town and is up for the adventure. Unfortunately for FRANNY, RICK has other plans.

We are currently searching for finishing funds for the film (which will include editing, music licensing, color correction, sound mixing, titles, etc...). We wrapped the film Dec 1st and are currently entering post production.

Please give us a boost at Kickstarter!

<3 Jen

Aaaaand...we're WRAPPED!

I cannot even communicate what an AMAZING, WONDERFUL time I had doing this film. It's ineffable.

Imagine the best summer camp ever--no horrible people or bad camp food or strict counselors--but all incredible friends, fresh air, and rousing bonfires after a solid day's work. That's exactly what it was like. :) Best Camp Ever, Making Movies, doing my first Starring Role. OHMAZING.

I'm home now, and while I am happy to see my husband and bunny and friends, I'm also feeling the hole where FRANNY was. I'm missing my Franny family--especially our LA members; our producer Amy, and my co-stars Steve and Frances.

What IS going to be fun for me is this--while this is my 3rd film, the first 2 haven't been released yet. So I don't yet know the thrill of having a release and reunion with everyone! Our producer Jordan is psyched for what comes now--he can't wait to pitch the heck out of Franny. ;)

What a magical, special and incredible experience this has been. I couldn't ask for a better story, better team, or better setting--I had a BEAUTIFUL time, and what a gift to have my first *ginormous* role be in such a loving family!

Thank you ALL for an unforgettably amazing time, I love you all!

<3

Jen