Eps 33: Director Aprill Winney on Directing Television, Her Casting Process, and Giving Adjustments

In this episode, host Colleen Foy interviews television director April Winney, discussing her career trajectory from theater to becoming a sought-after director known for her rapport with actors. They delve into April's isolated upbringing in the Sequoia National Forest, her shift from acting to directing in college, and her pivotal years in Chicago's theater scene. April shares her journey into film and TV, working as a script supervisor for 15 years, and eventually directing for shows like 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D' and ‘Tracker’. They also explore her experiences in casting, the importance of authenticity in auditions, and navigating the challenges of directing. April's passion for mentoring actors and teaching them how to excel as guest stars on TV sets highlights her commitment to the craft and her supportive nature.  00:00 — Introduction and Celebrity Doppelgangers 01:10 — Growing Up in Sequoia National Forest 03:27 — Journey to Becoming a Director 04:18 — From Theater to Film and TV 05:01 — Learning on the Job: Script Supervisor to Director 09:24 — Breaking into TV Directing 10:34 — Directing on Different Shows 10:49 — The ABC Disney Program and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 13:16 — Directing on Tracker and Location Scouting 19:02 — Teaching Guest Stars: Workshops and Classes 25:55 — Technical Tips for Actors 26:44 — Respect and Challenges for Actors 27:31 — Casting Decisions and Positivity 29:23 — The Casting Process 31:43 — What Directors Look for in Self-Tapes 34:12 — The Importance of Slates 42:52 — Balancing Emotions in Performances 46:46 — Maintaining Well-being During Shoots48:14 — Navigating Industry Changes 49:57 — Final Thoughts and Upcoming ClassesEPISODE LINKS:· Aprill Winney IMDb· Follow Aprill on IG @aprillwinney· Acting with the Director with Aprill WinneyHost: Colleen FoyProducer: Kristyn DanielMusic by: Lindsay Boreing and Will Boreing________________Want to learn more about Stan Kirsch Studios? Visit Our Website Here.Catch up on the podcast here.Follow SKS on IG @stankirschstudios