Jay Sherer

Here is is a little story for actors. In the fall of 2024, a short film I made, The Crossing Over Express, went viral and I got called into Carmen Cuba’s office for the first time. Someone I’d wanted to read for for a while. Two weeks later, I got pinned for a recurring role on a big Netflix show. Didn’t get it. Then in January, right after the fires, the same casting office had me tape for a big recurring role on a new series version of The Burbs, starring @KekePalmer, created by the wonderful Celeste Hughey. Didn’t get it. Then a month and a half later, in March, they had me tape again. Smaller recurring role. Four episodes. Didn’t get it. Then, three weeks later, out of nowhere, I got a direct offer. No audition. One episode. The bar manager at their local spot. A smaller role, yes, but a reminder that casting actually watches the tapes. They remember you. You keep doing work you’re proud of, even when it feels like nothing’s happening… and eventually, something might. I feel super lucky to be a small part of it. Phenomenal cast and crew of kind, talented, very funny people. All episodes of The Burbs are streaming now on @peacock. Keep pushing, actor pals.

OVATION is now on Instagram, too. If you’re on there and have seen it, tag someone who might get a kick out of it in the comments? Appreciate ya’ll. instagram.com/reel/DPhUOEpAd…