We were lucky to catch up with Chloe Scott recently and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Chloe, thanks for joining us today. What were some of the most unexpected problems you’ve faced in your career and how did you resolve those issues?
It’s been a struggle at times in my creative career to feel like I am getting my foot in the door—or anywhere near the door for that matter. I find myself discouraged when I haven’t captured the right attention in my audition, or understood the right emotions for a character. It can be a real punch to my confidence as an actor. In the past few months however, I have been learning to have a bit more faith in myself, and understand that I am not in some ill-fated, rigged race that’s got me destined to finish last. Instead, i’ve got plenty of time to figure this out, and I can also use this time to trust in my own efforts and creativity to produce and work on self-made movies projects.
Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.
I had a love for the arts since I was pretty young, around 5. One of my grandmothers was a high school theatre teacher, and I used to sit in on her rehearsals after school, gleaming at the performers from the front seats of the auditorium. I loved the way that I was completely immersed into the world of each show. I truly believed that my grandmother had the real Audrey II up on stage, or that she had brought Cinderella and her glass slippers all the way here— I was transported to all different places. I recall in 2nd grade I performed one line in a show about Paul Revere, and I ran up to my mom afterwards, jumping up and down hoping that my acting debut had been a hit. When I was in middle school and high school, I began taking theatre classes and attending camps/intensives, in hopes of learning more about all kinds of aspects of the arts. I was slowly starting to show that this field wasn’t just a fun interest of mine, but also a deep passion that I desperately wanted to commit to. Along with wanting to follow acting, I had always been interested in the aspect of directing, as well as writing, and hoped to be able to produce my own work when I got older. Thankfully in high school I was able to begin my exploration of these subjects as well, by being able to direct theatre and film pieces, as well as learn more about script writing and screenplays.
By the end of my junior year, I knew that I wanted to further my passion and education for the arts beyond high school. As I was applying for colleges I came across one during callbacks at a theatre competition: A conservatory called The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles. After learning about the program and its teachings, coupled with the eagerness to move to Los Angeles for years, after coming there many times in my childhood, I applied and thankfully was accepted. This was the start of my dreams becoming more than just an idea.
In the spring of 2022 I graduated from the Academy. I remember the incredible feeling of walking across the stage to get my diploma. The support from the wonderful friends I have made, from the teachers I have loved working with and who have provided me with such rich knowledge and connections. In that moment I couldn’t believe I was actually doing this. Doing what I love.
Currently, I have recently joined a theatre company, I am cast in two upcoming plays, writing a feature horror film that I will be directing as well, and I will soon be directing a music video for a fellow artist friend of mine. Things are just getting started in my career but I am continuing to look forward and work hard, and most of all remember that I am incredibly grateful to be pursuing my dreams.
What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?
Among the many goals I have, such as: finishing writing my film, working along side those who have inspired me, landing a lead role, showing up to award shows, etc. etc. The various dreams of an actor, and so on… I have one that has been an innate drive inside me ever since my love for the craft began. I want to make people feel. It’s a bit cliche to say, I know, but truly, when I watch a movie, or experience a play, and I am so moved and immersed by a character—that is what I want to accomplish. To be able to leave someone with a lasting impression, an afterthought, a wonder. To be able to forget that “Chloe” is up on that screen, or up on a stage, and instead to truly and completely see the character in its entirety. That is what keeps me going. Knowing that one day I will be making people cry and laugh and scream and ponder and gasp and FEEL. Knowing that they will be talking and thinking about it even after I have left their view. That is my goal. All of the other aspects will come with it, but this is one mission that I truly need, not want, to accomplish.
For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?
There are so many beautiful and rewarding aspects to what we as creatives get to do. A huge one for me is the joy of meeting so many amazing people, creating friendships, connections, and business relationships.. The amount of people I have met throughout my time at school, during projects, or through friends of friends of friends, is immense. While the industry is competitive, and we can all struggle at times to reach what we want, I have found that many are so willing to help and collaborate with you. For instance, my best friend, who happens to live a continent away right now, is currently helping me with my writing on a project, as well as collaborating with me for a project that we will be filming separately, but coming together as one. It’s wonderful to me that even oceans away, I am able to work with others on what we love to do. I am also very fortunate to be involved in two plays in 2024, one premiering early in the new year, and one later in the spring. I am grateful to have been able to audition and work on these through wonderful connections and past experiences I have with those tied to the projects. I also have been learning a lot from others who are further along in their career. Learning about how to make the best introduction, the do’s and dont’s of film sets, help on my writing, and many other subjects. Instead of beating myself up by comparing my efforts with others, I am inspired, and therefore learning to work harder every day. I remind myself that I am just as capable as every one else, but also that I need to work just as hard, to be persistent and have drive. I’m thankful that I get to be apart of this creative community of people.
Contact Info:
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Brandon Ruckdashel