We’re looking forward to introducing you to Ryan Satterfeal. Check out our conversation below.
Hi Ryan, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
I start with an early morning wake up. Next is the ever essential water…and caffeine. Sometimes a coffee, sometimes an energy drink – just depends on the jolt I need. Then it’s long, but enjoyable, walk to my gym, where I do a full workout, and then the walk back. During this, I listen to industry podcasts, as well as some heavy hitting music to get my day supercharged.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Ryan Satterfeal. I’m a SAG-AFTRA actor and screenwriter. It’s been my pleasure to work with wonderful filmmakers – some of which have earned multiple awards – and contribute what I can to make the extraordinary.
I’m small town that went big city, beginning my acting journey on smaller community stages near my college, and found my way onto film, television, and commercial sets around Chicago and LA. It was a long ride where I was figuring things out as I went, and yet, this passion, this career. this artform, always felt like something my whole being “understood.” There was a pull I couldn’t ignore. With proper coaching from many talented mentors and persistence, I grew in ways I never thought.
Regarding “brand,” as I find that word odd to say, people say I’m many things; I’m “mysterious,” I’m “driven,” I’m “a person with something always going on behind the eyes.” That I have a wise quality about myself; Deep, driven, wise, with a splash of snarky-ness. Brand in itself has been a journey, for me. It’s something that I think is still morphing.
Currently, I’m working on a few of my own screenplays. I haven’t announced too much on them, as I’m keeping them under wraps. Lately, I’ve felt drawn to writing my own projects, and getting things going myself.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who taught you the most about work?
I would say my parents. I didn’t necessarily come from a wealthy background. Both Mom and Dad worked, and worked very hard I might add, to make sure we had what we needed. They taught me that there’s pride in obtaining or attaining what you’ve worked towards. I learned that, at the end of the day, it’s you. You’re the one who has to get what you want in life. No one will deliver it for you.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
How to stay believing in yourself. Tough and trying times will mentally, physically, and emotionally test your mettle. Success may show you the finer things in life, but suffering will teach you how to keep on if or when it all went away.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What’s a cultural value you protect at all costs?
Toilet paper is placed going OVER, NOT UNDER. I do not need to explain. This is not up for debate, haha.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What will you regret not doing?
Starting my career even sooner, so I could get more experience earlier…and investing in Zoom.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryansatterfeal/#
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Image Credits
Charlie Young Photography
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