Eps 33: Director Aprill Winney on Directing Television, Her Casting Process, and Giving Adjustments
AUG 6, 202551 MIN
Eps 33: Director Aprill Winney on Directing Television, Her Casting Process, and Giving Adjustments
AUG 6, 202551 MIN
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<p>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 '<a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2364582/?ref_=nm_knf_c_1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D</a>' and ‘<a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13875494/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Tracker</a>’. 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. </p><p>00:00 — Introduction and Celebrity Doppelgangers </p><p>01:10 — Growing Up in Sequoia National Forest </p><p>03:27 — Journey to Becoming a Director </p><p>04:18 — From Theater to Film and TV </p><p>05:01 — Learning on the Job: Script Supervisor to Director </p><p>09:24 — Breaking into TV Directing </p><p>10:34 — Directing on Different Shows </p><p>10:49 — The ABC Disney Program and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. </p><p>13:16 — Directing on Tracker and Location Scouting </p><p>19:02 — Teaching Guest Stars: Workshops and Classes </p><p>25:55 — Technical Tips for Actors </p><p>26:44 — Respect and Challenges for Actors </p><p>27:31 — Casting Decisions and Positivity </p><p>29:23 — The Casting Process </p><p>31:43 — What Directors Look for in Self-Tapes </p><p>34:12 — The Importance of Slates </p><p>42:52 — Balancing Emotions in Performances </p><p>46:46 — Maintaining Well-being During Shoots</p><p>48:14 — Navigating Industry Changes </p><p>49:57 — Final Thoughts and Upcoming Classes</p><p>EPISODE LINKS:</p><p>· <a href="https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1779916/"><u>Aprill Winney IMDb</u></a></p><p>· Follow<a href="https://www.instagram.com/aprillwinney/?hl=en"><u> Aprill on IG @aprillwinney</u></a></p><p>·<a href="https://actingwiththedirector.com/"><u> Acting with the Director with Aprill Winney</u></a></p><p>Host: <a href="https://stankirschstudios.com/colleen-bio"><u>Colleen Foy</u></a></p><p>Producer: <a href="https://stankirschstudios.com/kristyn-bio"><u>Kristyn Daniel</u></a></p><p>Music by: Lindsay Boreing and Will Boreing</p><p>________________</p><p>Want to learn more about Stan Kirsch Studios? <a href="https://stankirschstudios.com/"><u>Visit Our Website Here.</u></a></p><p><a href="https://stankirschstudios.com/podcast/"><u>Catch up on the podcast here.</u></a></p><p>Follow SKS on IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stankirschstudios/"><u>@stankirschstudios </u></a><br></p>
