José Miguel Vásquez is an Atlanta-based actor featured in The Walking Dead, Cobra Kai, and Netflix’s new mini-series released on Veteran’s Day, "The Liberator." He shares insight into his background and life as an actor, the status of the industry in Atlanta, and diversity in film.

José dives into his experience in shooting "The Liberator," using new Trioscope technology for a groundbreaking animation experience. He also talks about how he started a YouTube channel with his family and the challenges that come with growing an audience. 

Listen to him as he shares encouraging advice for actors and entrepreneurs.

Key Points

0:17 — Intro 

1:04 — His background

4:11 — Moving to Atlanta

6:30 —  Status of Film Industry in Atlanta

8:16 — Experience with filming "The Liberator"

9:12 — Trioscope Technology

13:14 — Casting on the Thunderbirds & filming in Poland

17:50 — Teaching & Coaching 

19:19 — Jose’s YouTube channel

20:50 — Future of his acting

22:12 — Difficulties of creating a YouTube channel

23:11 — Challenges of growing an audience

26:13 — Role of faith in their channel

27:00 — Work-life balance

30:11 — The impact of COVID 

31:39 — Encouraging advice

33:43 —Plan B job for actors

36:06 — Dealing with morals as an actor

37:36 — The reason behind still being an actor

Show Notes
YouTube Channel MaJeliv
Variety News: The Liberator

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