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The Woman Behind The Vision
"Where there is no vision, the people perish": Prvbs 29:18
Visionary Woman Productions consists of quadruple-talented industry professional, Ashley-Lauren Elrod.
Highly experienced in several areas of entertainment, arts, and media; ranging from acting, music, and dance to casting, directing, assistant directing, costuming, makeup artistry, set decoration, and various areas of naturally lit lifestyle photography.
Ashley-Lauren possess the unique and strong resume in which she began her journey over ten years ago at Columbia College Chicago, studying technical theater and acting which quickly led her to being paid for her talents while studying. All the while, interning for Chicago's biggest talent agency, LTA Chicago in which she was also a signed talent. She's worked alongside some of Hollywood's most established, such as Paul Haggis of 'Crash' and 'Million Dollar Baby' actors, Kevin Pollack, and David Dastmalchian, as well top notch agencies such as DDO Artists, LTA, BMG, Karin Stavins, and Bravo Talent Management just to name a few.
Visionary Woman, once a boutique special project productions company, has transformed into a one woman show. Visionary Woman, Ashley-Lauren holds strong to one mission, to empower and equip performers, productions, brands, influencers, and entrepreneurs to excel in the entertainment industry. To fully bring a VISION to life; whether behind the scenes or in front of the camera, Ashley-Lauren is here to provide you with the high quality and Industry Standard vision you deserve.
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To view more of Ashley-Lauren's work in regards to performance and music production, please visit the following sites:
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Visionary Clients
Who We Work With
BONANZA - SHOWTIMEÂ "SHAMELESS'
SPARK IN THE DARK PRODUCTIONS:
'TEACHER'
NGAGE PRODUCTIONS:
'SOUL SESSIONS
PRACTICAL FILMS:Â
'FUTURE KINGS'
FLUID CONTENT:
REVLON: CREME OF NATUREÂ
FLUID CONTENT: LUSTER PINK LOTION
FLUID CONTENT: CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY
FLUID CONTENT: ACUBALL
LILY'S TALENT AGENCY
F.A.M.E. FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS
NINE NINE FILMS :
'GRANDMA MIMI'
FUZZY MONSTER FILMS
'OVERCAST'
DABBLE CO.
KMT MODELS AND TALENTÂ
PEOPLE CHURCH CHICAGO
16 SUITCASES CHICAGO
INVICTUS PRODUCTIONS:
'IMAGO'
THE WING NYC
BRAVO TALENT MANAGEMENTÂ
SLOTHFUL PRODUCTIONS 'GARY'S CHRISTMAS'
BLUE SATELLITE PRODUCTIONS 'ORDINARY WORLD'
GERI PEREZ MAKEUP ARTISTRY
NOBLE HORSE THEATER CHICAGOÂ
GREEN GLASS FILMS
FIERSTEIN SCHOOL OF CINEMA
Testimonials
Ashley is an artist. You can tell she’s not just in it for the money but her heart and soul continues to create the essence of every project perfectly. She’s mentored me in photography and has continued to perfect her craft. I HIGHLY recommend VWP!
Ymani Hanan Blake
Production Services
Got VISION? Let’s bring it to life!
Visionary Woman want to bring your vision to life, helping to further propel you in the entertainment industry with the right direction and tools you need to succeed. Ashley-Lauren provides the loyal talent base, reputable industry connections, knowledge, and quality time needed, to ensure your vision is executed efficiently and beautifully.
CASTING DIRECTOR
Ashley-Lauren is dedicated to casting the best and brightest talent for film, television, commercial and print. She guarantees to provide the highest quality result for all of her clients; utilizing her wide talent base and agency connections. No matter what type of project you’re looking to create, she's here to make your vision a reality.
PRODUCTION DESIGNER
Ashley-Lauren specializes in providing all things art department. From set decoration, dressings, costumes, makeup, and prop handling for clients of film, television, commercial, and print. With her creative eye for placement, detail, and imagination, rest assured that your visual content will be nothing short of exceptional.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Experienced in art direction and assistant directing, Ashley-Lauren provides the detail oriented mind needed to complete your project successfully.
Talent Services
Got VISION? Let’s bring it to life!
Visionary Woman want to bring your vision to life, helping to further propel you in the entertainment industry with the right direction and tools you need to succeed. Ashley-Lauren provides the reputable industry connections, industry standard photography, media kit, resume templates, knowledge, and quality time needed, to ensure talent are headed where they would like to go.
TALENT CONSULTATIONS
Ashley-Lauren is dedicated to educating talent of all levels to succeed and safely navigate the industry. She has over 15 years of experience as triple-threat performer currently signed with DDO Artists. And over ten years of experience as a trusted freelance agent, talent coordinator, and casting director. In your one-on-one consultation, Ashley-Lauren will provide the starter tools and knowledge necessary to get you on the right path and keep you there. Teaching you ways to work year round in the industry you love, in front of the camera and behind the scenes.
PORTFOLIO SESSIONS
Ashley-Lauren specializes in providing industry quality portfolios for actors, models, singers, dancers, and corporate companies. She has captured the photos for several talent in which have helped them land the agent and gigs of their dreams. She prides herself as a natural light photographer, whom is known for bringing out the best in her clients to capture the shot needed for success.
BRAND MANAGEMENT
In successfully managing and pitching her own brand; Ashley-Lauren has found joy in helping talent and influencers do the same. From content creation, media kits, press releases, photos, and more, Ashley-Lauren will personally get your brand started and headed in the direction where the vision is strong, and
purpose is evident for you to land brand partnerships and paying jobs independently.