Navigating an Acting Career, With Sharonne Lanier

Episode 29 - Navigating an Acting Career, With Sharonne Lanier In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, host Jaclyn Whitt talks with actress Sharonne Lanier about her two decades of experience in the entertainment industry, and how her faith influences her career choices. Sharonne shares her journey, from discovering her passion for acting at a young age through a school contest inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech, to pursuing professional acting in college and beyond. They also discuss:Her transition from stage to screenThe challenges of balancing family life with the demands of the industryThe differences between performing for a live audience and acting on camera. Similarities in voice acting The power of mediaThe personal conviction that guides Sharonne's career decisionsThe importance of being selective with roles to ensure they honor God and do not contribute to harmful messages. Faith-Based Decision Making in ActingSharonne Lanier has been involved in the entertainment industry for roughly 2 decades participating in countless productions. She states, "It's been a great ride, but if God wasn't in it with me, this would all be for nothing." Whether directly or indirectly, she is in this business to lift up the name of Jesus!Sharonne on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sharonne.LanierSharonne on IMDb: imdb.me/SharonneLanierThe Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers,  talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association Support Faith & Family Filmmakers Our mission is to help filmmakers who share a Christian Worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. If you would like to assist with the costs of producing this podcast, you can help by leaving a tip.Get Email Notifications Enter the Faith & Family Screenwriting Awards festival Faith and Family Screenwriting Academy: https://www.faffassociation.com/Script Notes and Coaching: https://www.faffassociation.com/script-servicesCopyright 2024 Ivan Ann Productions