Rising Stars: Meet Rasha Robinson of New York

Today we’d like to introduce you to Rasha Robinson.

Hi Rasha, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
I started out as an actor about 12 years ago, working on and off in the industry. Eventually, I realized I didn’t want to keep waiting for opportunities to come my way—I wanted to create my own. That decision pushed me into writing, directing, and filmmaking, and I’ve been building my own projects and creating opportunities for myself and other creatives ever since.

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?
It definitely hasn’t always been a smooth road. Being a Black woman director in a male-dominated industry comes with its own set of challenges, and at times I’ve had to work harder to prove myself and my vision. But I choose to look at it as an advantage rather than a disadvantage. It gives me a unique voice and perspective, and it motivates me to continue creating my own lane instead of waiting for someone else to make space for me.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m an actress and filmmaker, and I specialize in bringing stories to life both in front of and behind the camera. I would say one of the biggest things I’m known for is my work ethic. I go hard when it comes to my craft. I’m constantly creating, developing new ideas, and putting my energy into making things happen instead of waiting for the perfect opportunity. What I’m most proud of is my consistency and my ability to keep creating no matter what obstacles come my way. I think what sets me apart is that drive you know I’m always thinking about what I can create next and how I can take it to another level.

We’d be interested to hear your thoughts on luck and what role, if any, you feel it’s played for you?
I don’t really believe life is based on luck. However, I do believe that a lot of it comes down to your mindset and what you choose to do with the situations you’re given. There have been some unfortunate experiences in my life, but many of them actually pushed me deeper into my craft and helped me become who I am today. So instead of looking at those moments as bad luck, I look at them as blessings that redirected me toward my purpose.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14928142/
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