We were lucky to catch up with Jordan Smith recently and have shared our conversation below.
Jordan, appreciate you joining us today. Are you happy as a creative professional? Do you sometimes wonder what it would be like to work for someone else?
Absolutely I am happier! I can’t say that I do think about having a “regular” job. I am constantly thinking of new ideas and ways to grow. One thing a creative lifestyle does not always provide is the structure that allows you to retire. I love hustling right now but eventually will want to stop working. Some order is necessary to ensure you’re setting yourself up for success in the long run.
Jordan, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
Performance opportunities started to roll in after joining a troupe in 2014, consistently practicing and working on group choreographies. Studying public relations at USF Tampa helped me find internships and make valuable, deep connections. I also studied performance theory as a capstone in 2018. It took me to new places intellectually that I could apply to my art. Post-grad, my work is evolving as I take on different clients and learn how to reach more audiences.
Today I still enjoy dancing and tapping into the flow state while enjoying live music. I’m looking forward to getting back to teaching workshops soon too. There are some exciting things in the works to announce later this year. I am sometimes available for the occasional performance gig, but if not, it is my pleasure to forward the inquiries to other local performers. The interest is appreciated, and I love making connections for others in an agent role.
As a PR pro, my services include media relations, writing press releases, event planning, outreach, social media, and reputation/crisis management. I’m proud to work with talented and driven people and see the ripple effect we are making in our communities. My genuine enthusiasm and passion for understanding the issues others are facing produce results that directly and positively impact our shared business objectives.
: Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?
Absolutely: conservation and sustainable development. I like to say that my favorite client is the Earth. Through my art, I have supported environmental causes as well. Of all the issues in today’s modern society, I’m passionate about defending everyone’s right to a healthy world and preventing the wasteful use of resources. I continually find that others share the same underlying values but take a different approach to finding solutions. I like to ask questions and learn with curiosity, trying not to judge to collaborate and make progress together.
How can we best help foster a strong, supportive environment for artists and creatives?
Change old ways of thinking, build unity, and find new ways to express yourselves. There are countless independent creatives and artists out there already deserving of support. I see people struggling day-to-day who think they can’t participate in this ecosystem. We should encourage each other as often as possible to tap into our natural talents. Everything connects through never-ending adaptive cycles of transformation and growth. We will thrive when we invest more in logical partnerships, foster capabilities, and create opportunities for everyone.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.tinywildflow.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/tiny.wildflower
- Facebook: Facebook.com/jordansmithtampa
- Linkedin: LinkedIn.com/jordansmithtampa
Image Credits
Bryan Edward Creative, Innerlight Designs, Mandi Nulph, WMNF News