Dawn Fidrick's journey from the vibrant stages in Drexel Hill to the dynamic film sets of New York City is one of taking chances and seizing opportunities. Raised on the East Coast, Dawn shares how early experiences sparked her love for performing. Following the tragic events of 9/11, she found herself in New York, embarking on a 12-year adventure in the city and transitioning from stage to screen.
Dawn reveals the serendipitous moments that shaped her career in New York's film and theater scene. From responding to an ad that led to a key indie film project to a chance encounter in a coffee shop that turned into a lifelong partnership and filmmaking journey. She shares her growth from assistant director to producer and delves into her experience with the project Signs of Life, highlighting the emotional journey and strategies for maintaining momentum post-completion.
Whether you're an artist or a fan of behind-the-scenes stories, this episode promises a rich blend of personal anecdotes and professional insights from Dawn's journey in the creative arts.
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Host: Marina Antunes
Opening & Closing Credits by: Michael Edlund
Produced & Edited by: Joshua Peterman
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MEGABYTE: Animal Logic · Capilano University · Netflix.
KILOBYTE: Bardel Entertainment · Industrial Light & Magic · Sony Pictures Imageworks · The Little Dev Shop · WildBrain Studios.
BYTE: Cinesite · DigiBC · Vancouver Film School · Wētā FX.
PARTNERS: ACM SIGGRAPH · SIGGRAPH Asia · INFilm.
ORGANIZERS: Spark CG Society · Vancouver ACM SIGGRAPH.
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