About Me
Jodi Nelson Biography
I have an extremely diverse professional entertainment background, extensive training and experience in Acting (theatre/film/television), film production (both narrative fiction and documentary) and music. I am also actively involved in the arts and entertainment industry as an accomplished Artist, Actor, Writer, Filmmaker and Musician.
Since 2000 I have lived in Los Angeles and performed on many top network television shows such as; ‘The West Wing’, ‘The Geena Davis Show’, ‘Life with Bonnie’, ‘The District’ and ‘The Guardian’, as well as book three Series Regular roles on Pilots for television. My independent film works includes recently starring in ‘Man.Woman.Blackbird.’ (Sally) with Julian Stone, starring in ‘Chasing Life’ (Annie Chase) with J.G. Hertzler, ‘Puppet Master vs. Demonic Toys’ with Corey Feldman and starring in ‘Far West’ (Sally) with Tiaraju Aronovich. Other film work includes voice-over, ADR and Foley talent in two films with Bruce Campbell.
I have also appeared on the theatrical stages in Los Angeles, Dallas and Oklahoma City starring in such productions as; ‘Three Sisters’ (Olga) with John Hertzler, ‘The Manchurian Candidate’ (Eugenie), ‘John Gabriel Borkman’ (Ella), ‘Jake’s Women’ (Julia), ‘MacArthur’s Querida’ (Pinky) with Rocco Sisto, ‘Trojan Women’ (Sei) with Tom Fitzpatrick, ‘Into the Woods’ (Florinda) and ‘McBeth! The Musical’ (Lady McBeth).
As a Filmmaker and Founder of Hip Chik Productions, an Independent Production company specializing in Film, Music and Digital Media, it has produced feature films, an Award winning short, documentaries, music videos and music albums under its shingle. It has also developed and implemented successful marketing and public relations campaigns to deliver those projects into niche marketplaces, film festivals and markets through DIY, alternative distribution initiatives. These films have been screened in multiple festivals around the world including the International Chinese/Los Angeles Fest, Global Cinema Fest in India, Charleston International Fest and Broad Humor Festival in Los Angeles as well as traveling to the Hong Kong Fest and Cannes Intl Festival.
In addition to my acting and film production, I am also a prolific singer/songwriter and recording artist. Recognized as an emerging talent in music, I have been published in various local, regional and national press outlets and received radio airplay both nationally and internationally for her CD debut “Maybe, I Will…” My musical television debut occurred on ‘Austin Music Network’s Breakin’ In’, in Austin, TX and most recently performed music from the film soundtrack ‘Chasing Life’ on the cable show ‘Long Beachin’ with Mo’ in Long Beach, CA. I was also a Top 20 finalist in Grammy winner Sarah McLachlan’s ‘Lilith Fair’ musician competition, for both the Austin and Dallas, TX competitions.
Born and raised in Oklahoma, I have a Masters of Fine Arts in Acting from California Institute of the Arts and a Bachelor of the Arts in Journalism & Public Relations from the University of Oklahoma. Actively involved in the arts community, I spend a significant amount of time mentoring fellow artists and giving my time to foundations that support Arts for social change. I am pursuing a PhD in Critical & Creative Practices in Film and Media Studies at the University of Sussex in Brighton, England focusing on Digital technology, social media and the emerging alternative documentary film production methodologies.
An active member of Women in Film, International Documentary Association, ASCAP, AFTRA, SAG and Film Independent. I currently teach Acting and Film courses at East Tennessee State University with the amazing Patrick Cronin, Northeast State Community College and to private students online and in live workshops. WhenI’m not working, I love spending time walking my dog, Fiona , going to the beach, doing Yoga, reading how-to and adventure/travel books, listening to music, international travel, writing, and hanging out with my best friend and sister Jen.
Please visit my sites below to see my resume, demo reel and headshots.
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