Today we’d like to introduce you to Ashley Rogers. Them and their team share their story with us below:
ASHLEY ROGERS is a published model, published photographer, certified makeup artist, dancer, celebrity choreographer, actress, and singer based in Atlanta, GA. Ashley was born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC where she began her dance and acting training. She graduated from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts majoring in dance. Ashley began her career in Los Angeles at the age of 18 where she danced professionally for five years before booking an international tour with a musical. She then moved to Florida where she continued her dance career and began her photography and makeup business. Ashley moved to Atlanta in 2021 and went on to graduate from Studio Crush School of Makeup where she received her certification in professional makeup. Ashley has worked in the entertainment industry now for the past 13 years. She is an active member in the actors union, Sag/Aftra and is currently signed with Xcel Talent Agency out of Atlanta, GA. Throughout her professional career, Ashley has had the opportunity to work on various types of productions including live stage shows, tours, music videos, television, film, print, and commercials. Some of her credits include BMF, Love & Hiphop, Vitamin Water, Barbie, Nordstrom, Edible Arrangements, Hazl magazine, Atlantan Magazine, State Farm, Ying Yang Twins, Dreamdoll/Claws, LilJon, T.I., Tyler Farr, Cisco Rosado, Lil Duval, Lil Boosie, Toosii, Rotimi, D.C. Young Fly, Legacies, Love Simon, Glee, Jack & Jill, The Secret Life Of An American Teenager, 90210, CSI, Young Dolph, Poni Capri, Daddy Yankee, Calboy, Unghetto Mathieu, Philthy Rich, Key Glock, Rae Sremmurd, Jaquees, Travis Porter, Young Thug, Tink, 42 Dugg, Paula Abdul, T-Pain, Yung Gravy, Dillon Francis, Yo Gotti, Gunna, Antonio Brown, MoneyBagg Yo, Funny Marco and more. She has worked with networks such as Disney, the CW, Fox, Abc, CBS, TNT, NBC, Starz, etc. Ashley has recently choreographed for an all-new CW tv series, “Tom Swift” and was brought on as a makeup artist on a new lifetime thriller, “Suitcase Killer”. She also recently was a featured actor on an all-new Tyler Perry Show, “Zatima”, airing soon and was a featured actor on the 2022 Super Bowl Michelob Ultra Commercial.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
The past 13 years have not always been a smooth road. There was a lot I had to learn when I first started as a professional in the entertainment industry. There were mistakes that I made along the way but it was a learning lesson for the next audition or next gig. The knowledge I have gained from trials and errors have been what has taught me the most and has led to my success and confidence today. I have grown to learn to be ok with not booking every job I submit for because most castings are looking for a very specific look. You will not fit every role so you have to understand that first. I have also learned booking a job is not always about talent but your confidence, professionalism, reputation and experience in the industry.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I am a full-time freelance creative. Sometimes I am working in front of the camera dancing, acting, or modeling and other times behind the scenes doing photography or makeup. As a dancer/choreographer I specialize in hiphop, jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary and partnering styles. As a makeup artist, I specialize in tv/film, beauty & glam. Sometimes I am doing SFX makeup as well. I am known for my specific style in each aspect of what I do.
I am most proud of being able to live out my dream on a daily basis. It took me many years and a lot of hard work to get to this point in my career which makes every part of my journey rewarding. I never imagined I would have worked some of the jobs and with some of the artists I’ve had the opportunity to work with. Every day I am inspired on a new job where I get to meet and work with so many different talented people. I am so fortunate and grateful to get to do what I love for a living. I am thankful with every opportunity that comes my way. I think that’s something that definitely sets me apart in this industry. I strive to always stay humble.
What makes you happy?
Spending time with family/friends, traveling, and doing a job that I love.
Contact Info:
- Youtube: https://youtu.be/e7sHEr1Te1Q
Image Credits
Adrian Gonzalez Michael Justice – Hollywood Headshots Showout Fabian Butts – FB Studios AES Photography Danny Worsnop Photography
