🎙️ The First Six – Episode: Emmy-Nominated Set Decorator Rae Deslich

Welcome to The First Six, the podcast where Molly and Tabby dive into the formative first six years of creatives in film, TV, and media. In this episode, we’re honored to sit down with Emmy-nominated set decorator Rae Deslich, whose work you’ve seen in hit series like Gilmore Girls, Hacks, and The Dropout.

Rae pulls back the curtain on the early days of her career, giving us a behind-the-scenes look at how she transitioned from indie projects to working on major productions. From dressing sets with emotional storytelling in mind to navigating the nuances of design under tight deadlines, Rae shares invaluable insights for anyone pursuing a creative career in entertainment.

🔎 In This Episode:

• Rae's creative journey from theater to television

• The role of a set decorator in visual storytelling

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💬 Quote of the Episode: "You're not just decorating a set — you're building a world that characters live in. Every object tells a story." – Rae Deslich

📌 Don’t miss this one if you're: 🎬 A budding set designer or decorator 🎨 Passionate about storytelling through design 🎥 Curious about how Emmy-nominated crews operate 📺 A fan of Gilmore Girls, Hacks, The Dropout, or American Vandal

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