This past week, I was put on-hold for a principal role in "Men In Black III"!
While I didn't book the role, I was extremely close, and I would have spent 2 days with Will Smith.
(This is a major career fantasy of mine.)
Worry not--when I *do* get to work with Big Willie, maybe it will be as his awesome, goofy sidekick. ;) AMAZEBALLS!
<3
Jen
Friday, April 15, 2011
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
I Am Cordially Invited
It feels great to audition for a role, nail it, get called back and finally BOOK it. You work tirelessly to seek out breakdowns and audition notices, to read the piece or watch the content and prepare yourself, and to create a good relationship with your potential employer. You map out how to get there, how much time to allot yourself, and how to be professional but open. It feels darn great to work so fully for yourself and get that reward.
But you know what feels even better?
A phone call or an email that says, "Hey, we're doing [insert title here] and we thought of you--how'd you like to come do this with us?"
Being thought of and INVITED to play feels just fantastic. It's been happening a lot to me, and I'm so delighted! My friends over at Garage Theatre Group invited me to do a super-staged reading of "Mrs. Parker and George S.K...", and my friends at The Theater Project asked me to be in their annual NJ Young Playwrights' Festival! I've been invited by a friend and fledgling headshot photog to do a session with her, and I've got a dear friend writing a pilot with me in mind. What a wonderful feeling!
Thanks to all my generous friends for thinking of me and inviting me to the Awesome Party!
<3
Jen
But you know what feels even better?
A phone call or an email that says, "Hey, we're doing [insert title here] and we thought of you--how'd you like to come do this with us?"
Being thought of and INVITED to play feels just fantastic. It's been happening a lot to me, and I'm so delighted! My friends over at Garage Theatre Group invited me to do a super-staged reading of "Mrs. Parker and George S.K...", and my friends at The Theater Project asked me to be in their annual NJ Young Playwrights' Festival! I've been invited by a friend and fledgling headshot photog to do a session with her, and I've got a dear friend writing a pilot with me in mind. What a wonderful feeling!
Thanks to all my generous friends for thinking of me and inviting me to the Awesome Party!
<3
Jen
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Gooooooooooals!
What a 2011 I have ahead of me! I've been working very diligently towards some major career goals for the year:
-Book at least 4 more solid co-star/guest star roles in East Coast TV.
-Prepare for a move to LA by early 2012.
These two goals are my bread and butter this year, but a really fun short-term goal for me this spring has been to book a pilot, specifically a sitcom pilot! I did an incredible pilot audition workshop in January, and I've been so excited to see where it takes me!
All of my prep work paid off--I was just called in yesterday for a co-star on a procedural pilot, and asked if I'd be available for a callback. :D
It simply tickles me that, even if you don't get to your ridiculously specific goal (series regular on a sitcom pilot), you can still get darn close!
<3
Jen
-Book at least 4 more solid co-star/guest star roles in East Coast TV.
-Prepare for a move to LA by early 2012.
These two goals are my bread and butter this year, but a really fun short-term goal for me this spring has been to book a pilot, specifically a sitcom pilot! I did an incredible pilot audition workshop in January, and I've been so excited to see where it takes me!
All of my prep work paid off--I was just called in yesterday for a co-star on a procedural pilot, and asked if I'd be available for a callback. :D
It simply tickles me that, even if you don't get to your ridiculously specific goal (series regular on a sitcom pilot), you can still get darn close!
<3
Jen
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Preparing to Prepare!
Since this past fall has been so dang AMAZING, I've been reflecting a lot on where I've been, how I got there, and where I have yet to go. I can see so many possibilities in front of me, and it's ridiculously exciting!
How do I feel about 2011? I. AM. STOKED.
This is the first year that I'll be rolling forward with a television trajectory, and it's just in time--in time for entering a contract with my manager, in time for pilot season, and in time for some later work this year in L.A.! All of this combined with my wedding (this May), and I have a heck of joyride planned. XD
I'm starting off with an audition in January for several networks, and the momentum builds from there. I can't wait to crack open the nugget of joy that is 2011!
But for now? I'm going to sip some 'nog. I have presents to wrap. That said, a very merry, joyful, HAPPY holiday season to you all. I hope it brings peace and togetherness and merriment to you and yours!
Fondly,
Jen
How do I feel about 2011? I. AM. STOKED.
This is the first year that I'll be rolling forward with a television trajectory, and it's just in time--in time for entering a contract with my manager, in time for pilot season, and in time for some later work this year in L.A.! All of this combined with my wedding (this May), and I have a heck of joyride planned. XD
I'm starting off with an audition in January for several networks, and the momentum builds from there. I can't wait to crack open the nugget of joy that is 2011!
But for now? I'm going to sip some 'nog. I have presents to wrap. That said, a very merry, joyful, HAPPY holiday season to you all. I hope it brings peace and togetherness and merriment to you and yours!
Fondly,
Jen
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Law & Order: S.V.Me
I got the *coolest* news the day after my "30 Rock" episode aired...
(note: Haven't seen it? Get thee to Hulu!)
...I had just booked a job on "Law & Order: SVU"!
Filming was GREAT--I some wonderful new friends, I worked with brilliant director Helen Shaver, and I can confirm now that Chris Meloni is hilarious and Mariska Hargitay is the sweetest ever.
Turnaround's quick, so even though we wrapped last week, it's premiering on 11/17!
(note: Haven't seen it? Get thee to Hulu!)
...I had just booked a job on "Law & Order: SVU"!
Filming was GREAT--I some wonderful new friends, I worked with brilliant director Helen Shaver, and I can confirm now that Chris Meloni is hilarious and Mariska Hargitay is the sweetest ever.
Turnaround's quick, so even though we wrapped last week, it's premiering on 11/17!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Tonight's the Night!
Short, sweet, and to the point:
Tonight on NBC, my episode of "30 Rock" is airing! XD
FRAJER!
xx
Jen
Tonight on NBC, my episode of "30 Rock" is airing! XD
FRAJER!
xx
Jen
Friday, September 17, 2010
An Outpouring
ZOMG. I've just come off the most intensely exciting week of my life, EVER!
As per my last post, I just booked (and now just wrapped) a co-star role on "30 Rock." (Let me take a moment to thank my INCREDIBLE manager who gets me so many awesome opportunities!)
So, I knew this was going to be a good deal when the CD chased. Me down. The hall. The director, Todd Holland, was the director for most of "Malcolm in the Middle" (and has won several Emmys) and was just so pleased with my work!
On Monday, I had a very short shoot--I shot my final scene with Jack McBrayer, who plays Kenneth. I cannot even communicate how kind, doting and wonderful the entire team is for "30 Rock." EVERYONE--the PAs, the directors, the sound/props, wardrobe/hair/makeup, cast--made me feel welcome, and like I truly BELONGED and DESERVED to be there.
This is a star-studded show. There aren't a lot of 'mid-range' actors on "30 Rock"--it's like, a co-star or two and the series regulars. So it meant a LOT to be treated as an equal, and as someone who was worthy of working with Emmy-award-winning actors. :) I can confidently say that Jack McBrayer is JUST as sweet as Kenneth, and he was so fun to work with on set!
Today was our final day, and it was a BIG one for me--we filmed the remainder of my scenes. On top of this, we filmed my scenes with the guest star of my episode...which would be Kelsey Grammer. I have been so excited about this! Again, everyone was so kind and good to me--and Kelsey was also REALLY nice. He was so complimentary to me. While we were rehearsing, he told me I was great, fantastic, and called my performance 'epic.' When I finished, he said, "Kid, you SOLD that [scene]!" Can I honestly ask for any more? I really don't think so.
On top of this, I kept getting such consistent great feedback from the director, 2nd director and head writer. These people win EMMYS and they love my work! I am just so thankful and feel incredibly blessed. I had an AMAZING experience with them, and I would love to have the opportunity again!
All this recounting done, I want to SERIOUSLY give you (yes, YOU, ALL of you) a humongous mental hug. The outpouring of love, encouragement and good vibes from my family, friends, peers, co-workers, fellow artists, and even STRANGERS has been so touching. Did you know, the night before my audition, I had a dream that I was flying, and that all my friends were on the ground cheering me on? Well, THIS is why. Because I am a hustling, passionate artist who is so fortunate to have so many people there for me! You guys have made this path so wonderful for me.
Thank you for your e-mails, your comments, your texts, your calls, your messages, your follows, your 'likes'...! ;) I treasure *everything* and the support means more to me than I can express!
<3 <3 <3
Jen
As per my last post, I just booked (and now just wrapped) a co-star role on "30 Rock." (Let me take a moment to thank my INCREDIBLE manager who gets me so many awesome opportunities!)
So, I knew this was going to be a good deal when the CD chased. Me down. The hall. The director, Todd Holland, was the director for most of "Malcolm in the Middle" (and has won several Emmys) and was just so pleased with my work!
On Monday, I had a very short shoot--I shot my final scene with Jack McBrayer, who plays Kenneth. I cannot even communicate how kind, doting and wonderful the entire team is for "30 Rock." EVERYONE--the PAs, the directors, the sound/props, wardrobe/hair/makeup, cast--made me feel welcome, and like I truly BELONGED and DESERVED to be there.
This is a star-studded show. There aren't a lot of 'mid-range' actors on "30 Rock"--it's like, a co-star or two and the series regulars. So it meant a LOT to be treated as an equal, and as someone who was worthy of working with Emmy-award-winning actors. :) I can confidently say that Jack McBrayer is JUST as sweet as Kenneth, and he was so fun to work with on set!
Today was our final day, and it was a BIG one for me--we filmed the remainder of my scenes. On top of this, we filmed my scenes with the guest star of my episode...which would be Kelsey Grammer. I have been so excited about this! Again, everyone was so kind and good to me--and Kelsey was also REALLY nice. He was so complimentary to me. While we were rehearsing, he told me I was great, fantastic, and called my performance 'epic.' When I finished, he said, "Kid, you SOLD that [scene]!" Can I honestly ask for any more? I really don't think so.
On top of this, I kept getting such consistent great feedback from the director, 2nd director and head writer. These people win EMMYS and they love my work! I am just so thankful and feel incredibly blessed. I had an AMAZING experience with them, and I would love to have the opportunity again!
All this recounting done, I want to SERIOUSLY give you (yes, YOU, ALL of you) a humongous mental hug. The outpouring of love, encouragement and good vibes from my family, friends, peers, co-workers, fellow artists, and even STRANGERS has been so touching. Did you know, the night before my audition, I had a dream that I was flying, and that all my friends were on the ground cheering me on? Well, THIS is why. Because I am a hustling, passionate artist who is so fortunate to have so many people there for me! You guys have made this path so wonderful for me.
Thank you for your e-mails, your comments, your texts, your calls, your messages, your follows, your 'likes'...! ;) I treasure *everything* and the support means more to me than I can express!
<3 <3 <3
Jen
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