We recently connected with Sarah and have shared our conversation below.
Sarah, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. If you could go back in time do you wish you had started your business sooner or later
I wish I had established my production company earlier. I founded Anane Productions LLC in September 2021. With over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry as a Producer and in various other roles, I had long aspired to own a production company. However, it wasn’t until 2021 that I took the necessary steps to create it. My focus had been on advancing my career and securing financial stability for retirement. Establishing the company earlier would have provided me with more experience as a business owner and increased the capital in my business account, lol. Additionally, I would have gained further education in business management. Despite the delayed start, I am very grateful for the opportunity to now own my company. I continue to progress and expand my knowledge as a business owner.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I’ve always known I wanted to work in television and entertainment. I entered the business with the goal of having my own talk show, inspired by figures like Oprah Winfrey, Jenny Jones, Ricki Lake and other talk show hosts, particularly Oprah Winfrey. Watching these individuals perform their craft showed me that hosting my own talk show was achievable. My interest lies in entertaining people and engaging in conversation. Additionally, I had an interest in psychology/therapy, aimed at helping individuals with their problems, which led me to initially major in Psychology in college.
During my sophomore year, after watching the Jenny Jones show, I decided to pursue a career in television, becoming a double major in Psychology and Mass Communication (TV Production). In my junior year, I entered the TV industry through an internship at the Jenny Jones show, marking the beginning of my television career. This experience confirmed my desire to work in television and entertainment for the long term. Although I did not pursue a full career in psychology, the knowledge acquired in this field has enhanced my skills in the television industry. What sets me apart is my unique personality, determination and self-belief, which have been essential contributors to my success. My ambition is to host and run my own talk show, and I am diligently working towards this objective. Additionally, I have gained extensive experience in the television industry by progressing from entry-level positions to higher roles. This strategy will allow me to excel as a television host. I take pride in my achievements within television and entertainment, including the establishment of my production company.
Anane Productions LLC was established to produce content that empowers and inspires. My company offers services including consulting, TV production, booking/casting, talent management, audience coordination, field producing, and cast directing. With 20 plus years of industry experience, I aim to share my expertise and support others in reaching their potential in TV production. More information about my work can be found on my website at www.ananeproductions.com, and a complete list of my television credits is available on my IMDB page, Sarah Anane (II).
Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?
What helped me build my reputation within my market is my unwavering commitment to authenticity and dedication. I am a diligent professional with a profound passion for my field, which is evident in my work. I genuinely love what I do! This dedication has been recognized by my colleagues, who have chosen to collaborate with me and frequently recommended me for various television projects within the industry. As I participated in more projects, my reputation steadily grew, prospered and flourished.
Any advice for managing a team?
To manage a team and maintain high morale, is important to remain positive and optimistic. Challenges are inevitable, and there will be both successes and setbacks. Although perfection is unattainable, focusing on constructive actions and striving to perform with a positive attitude and a balanced mindset can help sustain high morale.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://ananeproductions.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ananesarah/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-anane-36904122/
- Twitter / X Account: https://x.com/sarahanane35
- Facebook Business Account: https://www.facebook.com/
ananeproductions/ - Other: IMBD – Sarah Anane (II)
Image Credits
Oprah Where Are They Now – Associate Producer Judge Rinder – Segment Producer Face The Truth – Producer The Doctors – Producer
Post Malone’s Celebrity World Pong League – Producer The Rethink It Love Event – Producer, Audience Producer, Emcee The Emmy Awards Emmy Nominated Producer