We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Roxxy Haze. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Roxxy below.

Roxxy, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Are you able to earn a full-time living from your creative work? If so, can you walk us through your journey and how you made it happen?

I’ve been able to earn a living from my creative work, but it wasn’t like that from the beginning. It started with getting writing gigs, getting paid to perform, and building income across stand-up, content, and brand work, while also self-publishing books like Half Famous on Amazon. Over time, that expanded into voiceover work, acting jobs, paid hosting at conventions, performing music, and other opportunities that came from growing my audience and reputation.

Some major milestones were getting consistent paid bookings as a comedian, landing writing opportunities, self-publishing my own work, and becoming someone brands and events trust to hire across multiple roles. If I could do it faster, I would have focused earlier on ownership and building my own platforms and products, instead of relying as much on outside opportunities.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I’m Roxxy Haze, a comedian, writer, rapper, and overall creative who lives at the intersection of comedy, nostalgia, and pop culture. I got into this space through stand-up first. I’ve been performing for over a decade, and like a lot of people, I started anywhere that would give me a mic. From there, I expanded into writing, content creation, music, and eventually building my own projects and platforms.

What I do now is pretty multi-layered. I perform stand-up, host live events and conventions, create digital content, do voiceover and acting work, and make music. I also write and self-publish books like Half Famous, develop original ideas, and collaborate with brands on content that actually feels authentic to my audience. A big part of my work is creating experiences, whether that’s a live show, a panel, a video, or a product someone can hold in their hands.

The problem I solve is helping brands and audiences connect through something that feels real, funny, and culturally aware. I understand internet culture, gaming, anime, and nostalgic media, but I also know how to translate that into something that’s accessible and engaging. Whether it’s hosting, writing, or performing, I bring energy, personality, and a point of view that makes people feel included, not talked at.

What sets me apart is that I’m not just one thing. I’m a true multihyphenate, and everything I do feeds into everything else. My stand-up informs my writing, my writing informs my content, my content builds my audience, and that audience supports my live shows and products. I’ve built a career by being adaptable, consistent, and intentional about creating my own opportunities instead of waiting for them.

I’m most proud of being able to turn my creativity into a full-time career and build something that is fully mine. From getting paid to perform and write, to doing voiceover and acting work, to self-publishing my own books and selling them directly to my audience, I’ve created a path that didn’t really exist for me when I started.

What I want people to know is that my brand is rooted in authenticity, humor, and connection. I care about the work, I care about the audience, and I care about creating things that last. Whether you’re hiring me, collaborating with me, or just watching a video, you’re getting something that’s thoughtful, entertaining, and built with intention.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

For me, the most rewarding part of being a creative is seeing something that lived in my head become real and connect with other people. Whether it’s a joke hitting on stage, someone reading my book, or a fan recognizing a reference in my content, it’s that moment of “you get it” that means everything.

I also love the freedom of being able to create my own opportunities. I’m not waiting to be picked, I can write it, perform it, film it, or build it myself and put it out into the world. Turning my thoughts, experiences, and imagination into something that can make people laugh, think, or feel seen is the most fulfilling part.

Are there any books, videos, essays or other resources that have significantly impacted your management and entrepreneurial thinking and philosophy?

I love to read and usually go through around 100 books a year, so a lot of my management and entrepreneurial thinking comes from constantly studying both creativity and people. Books like Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon and Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert taught me to stop waiting for permission and just make the work, which directly shaped how I run my business. The Comedy Bible by Judy Carter helped me understand structure and discipline, not just in jokes but in how I approach my career. I also spend time learning from Brian Tracy’s work, especially around goal setting, consistency, and treating creativity like a real business.

What really shifted my mindset was realizing that creativity and entrepreneurship are the same thing. Reading The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry reminded me to protect my perspective and not lose the emotional core of what I do, even as things grow. The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff reinforced that not everything has to be forced or overcomplicated, which has helped me make better decisions and trust timing. Books like Adventure Time and Philosophy: The Handbook for Heroes by Nicolas Michaud and You Are Special by Fred Rogers also shaped how I think about impact, community, and creating work that actually means something to people.

I’m also really inspired by process. I love reading about Hayao Miyazaki, Pixar, Disney, and the making of shows like Steven Universe, because it shows me how great ideas are developed, refined, and protected over time. Even reading scripts from movies I love helps me think more clearly about structure, pacing, and execution. All of that has influenced how I build my own projects. I think about storytelling, audience experience, and long-term vision, not just individual moments.

Overall, my philosophy is to treat my creativity like both an art and a business. Stay curious, study what inspires you, build your own platforms, and create things you actually believe in. I try to balance discipline with intuition, and structure with play, because that’s what allows me to grow while still making work that feels honest.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://roxxyhaze.com
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/roxxyhaze
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/roxxyhaze
• Youtube: http://youtube.com/roxxyhaze
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/roxxyhaze