Behind the Scenes: A Day as a Creative Entrepreneur and Actor

Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of an actor and creative entrepreneur looks like? Let me take you behind the scenes! From prepping for auditions to directing a short film, here’s how I juggle it all.

Morning Hustle: Coffee First, Creativity Next

While the morning routine may not be the most glamorous part of the day (think coffee, breakfast, and quick showers), the real magic starts soon after. Here's what my day looked like:

Starting Strong with a Key Meeting

• Head of Department Meeting: Today kicked off with an exciting meeting with the heads of department for my short film.
• We ironed out the details for this weekend’s shoot.
• Problem-solving and creative planning took center stage.
• Why it’s special? This film marks my directorial debut, and I couldn't be more thrilled to step into this new role.

Script Mode: From Short Film to Feature Film

After the meeting, it was time to focus on a script I’m producing. Fun fact: This project started as a short film concept last year and is now evolving into a feature-length movie.

• Current status: Reviewing the third draft
• Next step: Providing feedback to the writer/director

🎬 Pro tip: Always keep the bigger picture in mind. Every short film could be the seed of something greater.

The Hustle Never Stops: An Unexpected Audition

Midway through reviewing the script, an audition popped into my inbox. It’s for a commercial, due in three days. After checking the dates, I penciled it into my schedule.

• Quick tip: Stay on top of auditions by organizing deadlines. You don’t want to miss an opportunity because of poor planning.

Creative Freedom: The Joy of a Well-Planned Week

Thanks to a productive binge-work session over the weekend, today was all about creativity. No distractions, just pure focus on:

• Directing preparations
• Finalizing the script
• Checking in with clients on Fiverr for approvals

👩‍💻 Takeaway: Work smart, not hard, so you can prioritize what truly lights your fire.

Hybrid Homeschooling & Mom Life

My girls were out of the house today (thanks, hybrid homeschooling!), giving me uninterrupted time to tackle my creative to-do list. But as every mom knows, the clock’s ticking before the kids return.

Midday Momentum: Deep Dive Into Creative Discussions

Just wrapped up another meeting! Here’s what we covered:

• Fine-tuning the script’s dialogue and pacing
• Drawing inspiration from music and horror films
• Planning our table read—coming soon!

🎥 Highlight: Seeing the pieces of our feature film come together is pure magic.

Golden Hour Grind: Nailing My Audition

With daylight fading, I jumped into my audition prep:

1. Changed into character-appropriate clothes
2. Set up lighting (ring light for the win!)
3. Applied minimal makeup to suit the role

🎭 Pro tip: Even if your character wouldn’t wear makeup, a natural look ensures the camera catches your best self.

• Slated my name: “Hi, I’m Shireen Francis, height 5’4”
• Recorded multiple takes for variety
• Edited the clips and sent them off

Wrapping Up: From Audition to Workout

By 4 PM, my audition was submitted. With a little time left in the day, I squeezed in:

• A quick workout
• Prepping dinner for the family
• Reflecting on the day’s wins

Join Me on This Journey!

Are you an aspiring actor, director, or creative entrepreneur? Your dreams are waiting—what’s stopping you from starting today? Let’s connect! 🎬✨