Hey everybody,
My name is Jamel Herring. I served in the United States Marine Corps for 9 years, completing two tours in Iraq. In 2012, I had the honor of representing the USA as an Olympian, and in 2019, I achieved my dream of becoming a boxing world champion.
I've always had a passion for film and storytelling. Growing up on Long Island, NY, I've witnessed countless stories—from comedy to drama—that I am eager to share. Now, I'm looking to connect with talented screenwriters and other creatives to help me bring these stories to life.
I'm excited to be part of this vibrant community and look forward to learning from and collaborating with you all. If you have any suggestions on who I should add to my network or tips on getting started, please feel free to reach out. I'm here to learn, share, and contribute.
Thanks for reading a bit on my passion and journey. Talk to you soon!
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Welcome to the community, Jamel Herring. Thank you for your service. Congratulations on becoming a boxing world champion!
Stage 32 has a Screenwriting Lounge where you can meet other screenwriters, find screenwriting resources, ask questions, discuss things about screenwriting, make educational posts, and get feedback on things (loglines, scripts, etc.). Here's the link: www.stage32.com/lounge/screenwriting
I suggest adding people from all areas of the industry (producers, directors, screenwriters, actors, editors, etc.). You can search for them in the Browse Members section (www.stage32.com/people).
And here are some blogs about networking: www.stage32.com/blog/tags/networking-41
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That's a fantastic IY post, Jamel Herring. Congratulations on the Olympics and becoming a world champion. I'm a huge boxing fan and admire anyone who steps in the ring. Also, thank you for your service.
As Maurice Vaughan alluded to, you're in the right place to pursue your creative dreams. Dive right in. This community is as friendly as it is talented.
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Welcome! And what the above men said. Cruise the lounges too and you'll always find interesting conversations happening that may spark your interest.
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Jamel Herring Greetings Jamel, and welcome to the best community that can help your passions be fulfilled.
Check out a blog article that I wrote with Phil Hardy. It offers a great window onto how you can sell your scripts. Basically, it’s about forming relationships and building your network.
https://www.stage32.com/blog/how-can-you-sell-your-screenplay-to-studios-3282
For the rest, just do what Maurice has suggested.
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Thank you for your service and for sharing more about you! Welcome to the community! Your achievements as both a Marine and a boxing world champion are truly inspiring. It's wonderful to hear your passion for film and storytelling, and I'm excited about the stories you have to share from your experiences on Long Island, NY!
Connecting with talented screenwriters and creatives in this community will undoubtedly help bring your stories to life. Stage 32 is a great platform to find and connect with experienced professionals who can offer valuable insights and collaboration opportunities!
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further advice. I am on the Stage 32 education team and can always help assist you and provide reccomendations ! You can email me directly at edu@stage32.com
I'm looking forward to seeing your projects come to fruition!
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Welcome aboard Jamel Herring and I am an Army Vet who uses his experiences to write my scripts and novels. With your tours in Iraq and being an Olympia, I am sure you have some stories to tell and best of luck! Oh yeah, HAPPY 4TH OF JULY and thank you for your Serice!!
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Hey Jamel…Happy 4th and thank you for your service and your commitment to sharing your passion. I am a war veteran as well. Glad we survived and God Bless those who didn’t.
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Thanks for your service as well, John Nicholson. Happy 4th of July.
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A warmly welcome to this wonderful networking space, Jamel!
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Hey Jamil! Welcome aboard! Awesome! And thank you for sharing your passion for film and storytelling. Most of all thank you for your service to our nation! Would love to hear more about your time in the military. Military service resonates with me because we served for 3 decades in the U.S. Army and would love to share our experience. I grew up in the Los Angeles Area and I too been surrounded by countless stories—from comedy to drama—that have deeply influenced me and fueled my desire to share them with the world.
We are professional actor, fitness model, and of course a U.S. Army veteran. My journey has been quite varied, and through it all, storytelling has remained a constant passion. Whether it’s through acting, public speaking, or my primary second career in IT/cybersecurity, I’ve always been drawn to the power of a good story.
I'm currently on the lookout as well for talented screenwriters and creatives who share our passions and can help us bring these stories to life. I believe in the magic of collaboration and the incredible things we can create together. So wanted to see if we can work on something together?
I'm currently working on an exciting new acting role we were chosen in Tombstone, Arizona. The film, titled "Historical Paranormal Lockdown," is set to premiere on TV in Fall 2024. I’ll be stepping into the shoes of an 1880 Saloon Owner, bringing the rich, ghostly history of the Wild West to life. Stay tuned for this captivating film