Connections | Growth | Access

Next month, I’ll be heading to Busan to attend the Asia Digital Broadcasting Academy—and I’m really looking forward to learning more about short-form vertical (숏폼) content and how it’s evolving across Asia. While it’s not the format I usually gravitate toward, I’m excited to explore how it might open up new ways for creators to share global stories. I’ll be bringing these insights back to Upstage as we continue to support innovative, independent voices.

We’re thrilled to announce that Upstage Entertainment is now a signatory of the Writers Guild of America (WGA).

This means we are fully committed to upholding the WGA’s standards for fair pay, creative rights, and professional working conditions for writers. As a signatory company, we are able to hire and collaborate directly with WGA-affiliated writers, ensuring that our projects meet the highest industry standards and support union talent. 

This is a major step in our mission to champion exceptional storytelling while standing in solidarity with the creative workforce that powers this industry.

Curious about the surge in non-union, vertical short-form casting calls? Discover why filmmakers are choosing Los Angeles for these micro-dramas and what it means for your acting career. From compensation insights to career impact, get the essential details to navigate these opportunities. Click here to learn more to read my latest blog post.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to attend the Sundance Film Festival again this year. While planning my top ten films to see and a little time on the slopes, I’m reminded of how meaningful it is to connect through storytelling and creativity. If you’re attending Sundance, I’d love to hear your plans—what films you’re excited about or any activities you have in mind. Let’s connect and support one another during this time.

I want to thank all the friends and colleagues who reached out to me this week. While my home and family were near the fires, we were fortunately never in danger. The wildfires brought heartbreaking devastation to many, and my heart goes out to those who lost their homes or were forced to evacuate. I’m doing my best to support friends who were affected and to honor the incredible firefighters who worked tirelessly to protect our communities. It’s truly humbling to witness the resilience of those impacted and the generosity of so many during such a challenging time.

Choon, a collaboration between writer Anthony Torino Blevins and AI filmmaker Antonia Kim is now available to watch. 

AI filmmaking is a new frontier, sparking creativity and generating new opportunities.

Dive into the world of Choon, and let us know what you think!

I was thrilled to see my talented client Chang Cho perform in the musical Dosan at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre; he has such an amazing voice! See Highlights Here

Exciting news for Korean actors! I’ll be hosting an online workshop on the PLFIL casting website early next month. Stay tuned for more details. Check out their website!

Our actor clients have been stepping into the exciting world of voice-over, bringing characters to life through the magic of sound. Whether it’s commercial spots, animated roles, or narrations, they’re diving headfirst into this versatile craft. Learn more here

I've had fun supporting my clients by being their reader for some last-minute self-tape auditions. From feeding lines to giving feedback for a film or a quirky commercial, I’m thrilled to help actors shine.

We helped an actor client put together his demo reel using four of his old audition self-tapes. A demo reel is a vital tool in your actor portfolio. Read more about making your reel with this link. 

Upstage is working with several writer clients on their pitch decks. This image is for an action movie set in Seoul and Busan.

We are helping a filmmaker make connections while he is fundraising for the documentary "August, Again" which delves into the life of a Korean Hiroshima bomb survivor, exploring her unwavering dedication to peace. 

**Audition Alert** Our new client submitted his first self-tape! Fingers Crossed

We connected a Korean screenwriter/director with an LA casting director and acting coach

Upstage signed actor clients to our roster!