Director Ava Elizabeth Novak: Community, Grit & the Truth About Live Production| Episode 8

Taking Your Time Post Grad! In this deeply honest and grounded conversation, Producer and Live Performance Director Ava Elizabeth Novak opens up about what it really means to commit to the long game in the world of production and performance. Ava shares hard-earned wisdom about: Taking your time to gain the experience you truly need Knowing when you're actually ready for the opportunities you dream about The importance of real community that shows up for you — not just in the spotlight, but in the trenches Enduring the long, grueling days of tech and production with integrity and heart This isn’t about chasing the spectacle — it’s about loving the process, honoring the craft, and staying grounded through it all. Ava is someone who lives and breathes this work not for the applause, but for the art, the people, and the journey. Whether you're an emerging artist, a seasoned creative, or someone just trying to find their pace in a fast-moving industry, this conversation will remind you that slow growth is still growth — and sometimes, it’s the most meaningful kind. SUBSCRIBE! Instagrams: What's The Rate?: https://www.instagram.com/whatstheratepod/ Breonn's Instagram: https://instagram.com/breonnspov?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Ava’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ava_eliz/?hl=en Listen on Youtube: https://youtu.be/nGAEwYpXQ-I Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-the-rate/id1823954393 Music by Jay Lyons Gotham Network  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices