#26 ATL-based Actor from Netflix's "The Liberator"| José Miguel Vásquez

José Miguel Vásquez is an Atlanta-based actor featured in The Walking Dead, Cobra Kai, and Netflix’s new mini-series released on Veteran’s Day, "The Liberator." He shares insight into his background and life as an actor, the status of the industry in Atlanta, and diversity in film.José dives into his experience in shooting "The Liberator," using new Trioscope technology for a groundbreaking animation experience. He also talks about how he started a YouTube channel with his family and the challenges that come with growing an audience. Listen to him as he shares encouraging advice for actors and entrepreneurs.Key Points0:17 — Intro 1:04 — His background4:11 — Moving to Atlanta6:30 —  Status of Film Industry in Atlanta8:16 — Experience with filming "The Liberator"9:12 — Trioscope Technology13:14 — Casting on the Thunderbirds & filming in Poland17:50 — Teaching & Coaching 19:19 — Jose’s YouTube channel20:50 — Future of his acting22:12 — Difficulties of creating a YouTube channel23:11 — Challenges of growing an audience26:13 — Role of faith in their channel27:00 — Work-life balance30:11 — The impact of COVID 31:39 — Encouraging advice33:43 —Plan B job for actors36:06 — Dealing with morals as an actor37:36 — The reason behind still being an actorShow Notes YouTube Channel MaJeliv Variety News: The LiberatorGet the latest the There To Here: Film & Media Podcast sent to youFind more podcasts from CoLab INC Film & MediaFollow us on social media:Facebook InstagramLinkedInTwitter YouTubeConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeFind more filmmaking resources