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Episode 3 of the podcast 'Inside Entertainment Industry Careers' interviews the AFI-Award Winning Film Director and Screenwriter Stefano Da Fre. Talking with the podcast host, Emily Maguire, Italian-born Canadian Stefano shares insights into his career journey in acting, producing, and directing. He emphasises the importance of clarity and coherence in art, the need for distinguishable and unique work, and finding your signature style to help you stand out from other artists. Stefano also highlights the challenges of being an artist, including building the emotional resilience required to navigate the ups and downs of a vocational life.

"I was in the film that Ang Lee did right after he wrapped Brokeback Mountain, which was called Taking Woodstock. It was the first time that I went to the Cannes Film Festival. It was in competition for the best film at Cannes, the movie Taking Woodstock. It was my first speaking role. And it was just an amazing time to get a speaking role and be at the Cannes Film Festival. I was in my early 20s, and it had a huge impact on my life, and that was outstanding to me." Says Stefano Da Fre

The host, Emily Maguire, created the podcast in response to the growing popularity of podcasts and the need for career guidance in the creative industry. In line with the growing trend of virtual learning and career exploration, the podcast is available on all major platforms. Emily also hosts a weekly newsletter on LinkedIn called 'The Creative Life', which brings weekly advice and insights for those working in the creative industries.

Interviewing guests from around the world, previous podcast episodes have featured actor and entrepreneur Rachel Grant and makeup designer Vicky Voller. Each episode explores the guest's career journey, offering insights into their career. Not only do listeners gain valuable career advice, but they also leave feeling inspired and motivated by the guests' unique experiences in pursuing their passions.