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Pablo Picasso once said, "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up"
Nothing could be more true in the case of my journey. My childhood self was a dreamer, a believer and an artist. When I became an adult, life faced me with adversity in many proportions that as a result, meant much of my artistic freedom and identity was lost.
As a little girl, I could watch movies and listen to music, dreaming about how one day I would be an actress and performer living in Hollywood. In 2004, that dream became a reality and I ventured across the other side of the world to do just that. Young, alone, and an immigrant to the country, there was nothing I wanted more than my American Dream. My confidence and determination was at its highest and the image of my future so real I could taste it. The trials and tribulations I survived to obtain my VISA, and the 20 years of experience as a working child actor from a showbiz family had prepared me for what I thought would be an exciting journey. Unfortunately the road paved ahead was far from what I had imagined. Instead of being greeted with my dream, I was challenged by the truth of who I was.
Until recently and my experience through Covid I never really understood how profound this impact was on my existence and my future. For the demons that surfaced within me then, as a woman, artist and creative, inhibited and limited myself from truly realising my potential and stepping into my rightful role that I now have the privilege to stand in. Demons included Self Doubt; Self Sabotage; Fear of Success; Fear of Failure, Body Dysmorphia, #metoo movement; Sexuality identifying as a Bi-Sexual woman; Gender Equality; Mental Health; the importance of Mindset; Battling my Addictions and most importantly Self Worth & Self Esteem. The battles that a true artist and creative must overcome in order for them to really live in their inner child and never be afraid of their imagination, challenges and the unknown.
Now after 17 years of living here in the United States, I look back to who I was and who I am now and I am beyond grateful. For I have battled, and continue to battle, each and every demon to be the best version of myself. Most importantly, so I can live in my inner child's artistic freedom and imagination. That is where true artists belong. Living in a place where anything is possible, and the demons we face build us up to be stronger. If it weren't for my journey to the United States I never would have discovered this. For that I am thankful. This has turned out to be my American Dream. Now its time to give back...
The J.O. Arts Scholarship is a full year scholarship and mentorship to an artist with a dream. Its to every little girl or boy who has a vision and imagination, however has let their demons perhaps restrict them for following their true passion in life. Regardless of where you come from or how you identify, this is open to any artist located within the United States.
OPEN TO UNITED STATES RESIDENTS ONLY
Stage 1 - SELF TAPE ROUND
AUGUST 1ST 2021 - SEPTEMBER 1ST 2021
TOP 20 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
YOUTH & ADULT CATEGORY
OCTOBER 1ST 2021
Stage 2 - CALL BACKS ROUND
(UNITED STATES)
OCTOBER 22ND 2021 - NOVEMBER 12TH 2021
TOP 10 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
YOUTH & ADULT CATEGORY
NOVEMBER 18TH 2021
Stage 3 - FINAL JUDGING ROUND
NOVEMBER 30TH 2021 - DECEMBER 11TH 2021
WINNERS ANNOUNCED -
YOUTH & ADULT CATEGORY
DECEMBER 18TH 2021
PRIZES TO BE COLLECTED FROM
JANUARY 3RD 2022
Jessica Orcsik’s professional career began at age 4 on Australian TV show Richmond Hill. Since then has worked on various Stage, TV & Film Productions in both the United States and Australia. As dancer and choreographer, she was able to perform and produce shows with professional Australian dance companies, National television shows, films and events.
Director of the American Arts Film & Television Academy, Jessica's love of the arts has seen her entrepreneurial skills soar and she has dedicated much of her career to educating artists in Film, Television & Performing Arts. Her success in international mentorships and artist development programs, in Australia and Hollywood, make her a leading curator in arts education for creatives around the world. This has also leant to her recent launch of her podcast ArtArtistBiz.
Producing and hosting a variety of public events and competitions across Australia and in Los Angeles, including “On Broadway”; "Don’t Dis Disabilities Dance Extravaganza” and Focus On Ability International Short Film Festival. These events support inclusion & diversity within the performing arts and facilitate international experiences for creatives. Through this her short documentary “Stepping Into Focus” became a starting point for her production career.
Jessica's new production company Diversity Entertainment, LLC (affiliated with J.O. International Productions & Diversity Pictures) has seen her enter the world of writing and directing. Her recent film “A Death Perspective” (writer, director and actor) has received numerous awards across festivals including Best Indie Short & Best Women's Short at the Independent Short Awards. As well as an Honourable Mention at Global Shorts, Los Angeles both recognised by IMDB. More recently gaining her selection for the Artists Emerging Initiative with Ermantourage. As associate producer her Australian feature “Unsound” with WiseGoat Productions, recently won Melbourne Queer Festival and rated 3rd for Top 10 Australian Films of 2020.
Jessica now has several projects in development for release in 2021.
Empowering The Artist Online Teen Mentorship
Valued at $742.50USD
"Teen LA Experience" for Summer 2022 Program
Valued at $2750.00USD
Business/Dialect/Writing Coaching Sessions with AAFTA Director and CEO of Diversity Entertainment Jessica Orcsik
Valued at $700.00USD
Headshot Package and Short Film Mentorship with RydeEntertainmentValued at $2500.00USD
TOTAL PRIZE VALUE: $6692.50 USD
The Actors Conservatory Program for Summer 2022.
Valued at $9600.00USD
Empowering The Artist Online Mentorship and Truth In Performance Adv Acting Program 2022
Valued at $794.00USD
Business/Dialect/Writing Coaching Sessions with AAFTA Director and CEO of Diversity Entertainment Jessica Orcsik
Valued at $700.00USD
Headshot Package and Short Film Mentorship with RydeEntertainment
Valued at $2500.00USD
TOTAL VALUE: $13 594.00USD
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SELF TAPE ROUND BEGINS MAY 24TH 2021
THIS YEARS SCHOLARSHIP WILL HONOUR WOMEN IN THE INDUSTRY AND SPREAD AWARENESS ABOUT GYNAECOLOGICAL CANCER IN WOMEN.
PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO AUSTRALIAN GYNAECOLOGICAL CANCER FOUNDATION