See Beyond the Screen: Film, Faith, and Creating Boldly w/ Christina Faith, Director

Every artist has to have a vision in order to create.

But those creatives who make films and movies have a special ability to see beyond the screen, to envision what the audience will eventually feel.

Director, producer and writer Christina Faith has a vision that is much broader than simply creating cinematic experiences. This bold creative has taken on dozens of projects in all areas of creative life without hesitation - all while maintaining a deep and powerful foundation of Christian belief.

As an author, podcaster, and educator, she’s constantly pushing the envelope and looking to make an impact on culture. Raised in New Jersey but now making her home base in Philadelphia, she has produced highly acclaimed and popular theater productions, short films, documentaries and web series like “Single and Anxious”, which is now available on Amazon and other networks.

Her latest work, her first full-length feature film “Love You Right”, features a top-notch cast and culturally relevant story that doesn’t shy away from tough issues.

In this transparent and enlightening talk, we trace Christina’s confident mindset to her ability to try new things without fear of public failure, hear her take on the lack of creative quality that muddles overtly religious films, and explore her unlikely journey from a college student with a creative bent to becoming a multi-faceted, highly prolific entertainment producer and entrepreneur.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• How Christina took on a variety of creative projects by learning on the job and not shying away from the unknowns
• How she learned the art of moviemaking and how to produce a film
• Why Christians have to be wary of allowing themselves to be labeled and pigeonholed as strictly “faith-based” creatives
• Why Christian actors and producers have to make clear internal moral choices before being faced with tough decisions
• Why it’s important to have the right people helping you
• The process of making a feature film and how key elements have to be considered
• How the culture is requiring creatives to be more innovative and less tied to traditional media

Connect with Christina Faith

• Follow Christina Faith on Instagram
• Follow Christina Faith on Facebook
• Learn more about Love You Right - An R&B Musical
• Listen to Christina’s podcast “Grindhouse”
• Listen to Christina’s podcast “Alotta Hats”

Links Mentioned in this Podcast Episode:

• http://godandgigs.com/2021training - Register for our FREE masterclass on the 3 crucial strategies you must apply in order to have MASSIVE SUCCESS as a faith-focused creative! Join the waiting list so you’ll be notified of the next scheduled class!
• GodandGigs.com/ToolKit - check out ALL of our most trusted and effective tools and resources for faith-focused creatives
• Join our God and Gigs Facebook Group so you can watch more of our Facebook Live chats!

More About the God and Gigs Show

Welcome to The God and Gigs Show, the podcast for Christian creators who want to build a creator lifestyle that honors God and gives you the joy and satisfaction you've always wanted.

This isn't a show about hustle culture or chasing the next algorithm trick. We go beyond surface-level tips to talk about what it actually looks like to create from a place of faith — practical strategies for podcasting, content creation, and growing a creative business that lasts. You'll hear conversations about staying consistent without burning out. We also dig into finding your creative voice along the way, even when ministry, family, and work are all pulling at the same hours.

Whether you're just exploring your creative gifts, or you've been creating professionally for years, this show gives Christian creators practical tools and spiritual encouragement to fully embrace God's creative calling - at any level of skill or vocational ability. The goal is to help you create consistently and embrace God's will for your creative life without sacrificing your calling.

Your host and founder is Allen C. Paul — podcaster, musician, author, and speaker based in South Florida.  We started this show to help creators thrive in faith, business, and creativity through simple, practical solutions.

We'll cover questions like:

• How do I work in secular arts and entertainment without losing my faith focus?
• What does it actually look like to build a creative business as a Christian?
• How can I stay consistent with content creation without burning out?
• What's the difference between hustle culture and sustainable creative work?
• How do I find my voice as a faith-driven or creator?
• How can I balance ministry, family, and creative work?
• What are practical first steps to working as a Christian creator?

If you've been searching for honest conversations about faith and creativity,  keeping your family and relationships as your first priority, or how to build a business that honors your calling, you're in the right place. Join us every week as we help you become the creator you were created to be.

Connect with us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/godandgigs and learn more about the God and Gigs 360 community at https://godandgigs.com/membership.

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