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she noticed a lack of honest content about living with Type 1 diabetes, Deck decided to start her own channel, "one that shared, in a real and honest way, what it's actually like to live with a chronic condition. The channel I wished existed, I just had to create it myself." It's allowed her to make meaningful connections with viewers who she feels are like family, motivating her to create more videos in the "hope of helping others feel less alone." # — STANLEY SIEVERS "Be willing to fail and not have it figured out. So much of acting can be waiting for someone to give you an opportunity, but making your own work can be so powerful and provide you with momentum in times where other things feel slow." "Inspiration is easy when you're a pop culture creator. I personally find added inspiration in the connection with likeminded pop culture lovers over the fandoms that bring me joy." — CHELSEA SCHWARTZ — CHRISTY CARLSON ROMANO "Being talented doesn't guarantee success as a creator. Being consistent, strategic and willing to show up imperfectly beats 'perfect but infrequent' every time." SAG-AFTRA member Andrea Deck creates videos about living with Type 1 diabetes. SAG-AFTRA member Stanley Sievers makes videos inspired by the parts of himself "that are embarrassing or cringe." ADAM HILLS RANDY GONZALEZ "As actors, we're already self-taping, which means we know how to film, light and edit, at least to some degree. Combine that with our innate ability and desire to tell stories, connect emotionally and express ourselves creatively. These are the building blocks for a compelling content creator and they're already part of our skill set!" — ANDREA DECK MOTIVATION TO KEEP GOING — PETER SING "Respect the viewers' time. Make content that's worth it. It should feel like a mutual exchange." 98 SAG-AFTRA | Fall/Winter 2025 | sagaftra.org "If there's a downturn in views or the platform shifts, all you need to do is keep uploading. Know that if you're making enjoyable videos that the audience will find you. Keep your head up. You got this!" — SIDNEY RASKIND Creators continues on page 94