🎬 The State of Television, Pt 2
The television industry is transforming fast — and in this brave new media world, it’s creators, not networks, who are leading the way. 🚀 In Part 2 of The State of Television, Shannon dives deep into why YouTube is the true disruptor, reshaping media more than Netflix, Amazon, or Disney ever could. 📺✨
Learn how media professionals can thrive by adapting, storytelling creatively, and embracing the tools already in their hands (hint: 🎥 it’s not about having a Hollywood-sized budget anymore). From the creator revolution to actionable strategies for navigating today’s smaller, scrappier TV world, this post is your guide to staying relevant, resourceful, and resilient in a rapidly changing media landscape. 🌍🔧
NOT REAL ART Podcast: Transforming the Media Landscape
I had the pleasure of joining Scott “Sourdough” Power on the NOT REAL ART podcast, where we explored the twists and turns of my creative path—from working behind the scenes in mainstream television to stepping into a more purpose-driven role as a mentor and advocate for artists.
In this episode, I open up about what it really means to walk away from the familiar in order to create something that feels true. We talk about navigating the media world as a woman who's often challenged the status quo 💪, why representation still matters so deeply, and how I’m using my platforms—Padlin Creative and Fully Unapologetic—to uplift creatives and help them thrive on their own terms. 🌱
It’s a conversation about identity, transformation, and the courage it takes to rewrite your own narrative. 🎨✨
📺 The State of Television, Pt. 1
Let’s talk about the state of television. Spoiler alert: it’s a little messy.
Cable TV? Free falling.
Streaming platforms? Oversaturated.
Viewers? Comfort-watching Seinfeld and The Golden Girls like it’s 1998.
And content creators? We're out here pitching our hearts out in a market that’s shifted under our feet.
In my latest article, I dig into:
🎬 How the media landscape evolved (and then crumbled)
📉 Why reruns are outperforming new shows
👀 What most creators are missing about audience behavior
⚡️ And why this moment—while messy—is also a massive opportunity
Yes, the wave crashed. But if there’s one thing I know after 20+ years in the industry, it’s this:
Creative pros are scrappy. We pivot. We solve problems. And we damn sure don’t wait for permission to reinvent.
✨ All is not lost. Let’s solve this damn problem.
🔗 Read the blog, drop your thoughts, and let’s reimagine what’s next.
Rejection and Resilience: Lessons from Every Creative Who "Failed" 🎭🔥
🔥 Rejection. Failure. Flops. Every creative has been there.
From The Graduate to Megalopolis, legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola has seen both meteoric success and epic flops. And guess what? So has every creative person. 🎭
The hard truth? Failure is inevitable. But it’s also where we find growth, resilience, and our next big idea. Even the best in the industry—Coppola, Spielberg, Nichols, comedians, artists, entrepreneurs—have had projects that bombed. What sets them apart? They keep going. They keep creating.
💡 Failure isn’t the end—it’s just part of the process. It means you took a risk. It means you’re actually doing the thing while others are stuck on the sidelines, too afraid to fail. And that’s a win.
🎬 So, what can we learn from the best of the best about rejection and resilience?
📖 Read more in my latest article.
Everyone Who Works in Media Has Anxiety—And That’s OKAY
🚨 Media professionals, creatives, and freelancers—this one’s for you! 🚨
The TV and media industry isn’t just “evolving”—it’s in free fall. Job security? A myth. Stress levels? Off the charts. And if you’re feeling burned out, stuck, or straight-up invisible, you are not alone.
In this article, I dive into:
👉 The relentless pressure of working in media & entertainment (and why it’s getting worse)
👉 The brutal reality of creative burnout, job insecurity & impostor syndrome
👉 Why the SNL 50th Anniversary Special hit way too close to home
👉 And most importantly—why it’s OKAY to just be okay (seriously!)
💡 If you’ve ever felt like you’re white-knuckling it through your career, this is for you.
Read the full article here ⬇️ and tell me—how are YOU navigating all this uncertainty?