We’re looking forward to introducing you to Aurielle Bryan. Check out our conversation below.
Aurielle, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
I’m a firm believer that integrity is the most important characteristic for someone to have — whether that be in business or in our personal lives. Intelligence can be gained through mentorship, books, classes, etc., and energy gain be gained through more rest; but it’s hard for integrity is a part of a person’s personality and character. Integrity can also mean the difference between a project going well and it falling through.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am a writer, director, producer, singer, and currently the Executive Director or Media Services for Heir Media, a family-owned, multidisciplinary creative studio and agency shaping the future of storytelling across branding, film, digital experiences, and interactive media. Right now, I spend most of my time at Heir Media building the strategy and creative for the brand and our clients. On the agency side, Heir Media specializes in branding, video and film production, web and app development, book publishing, and game design; but on the creative studio side, we are producing our own content (films, games, tv, etc.), with our first film, “Saving Savanna”, being available on site like Tubi , Amazon Prime, and the Relay app.
Currently, we’re developing our first video game; and we have two film projects in development.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What was your earliest memory of feeling powerful?
I grew up participating in the performing arts. Dancing, acting, writing, singing, I did them all. I vividly recall one time in middle school where we had to perform something for a recital, and (for some reason) I decided to write a monologue. This was particularly surprising as writing was an almost sacred – and very much a secret- practice for me. Writing, to me, was like exposing the most vulnerable parts of myself to someone who could never speak. So, to write a monologue and perform it was like overcoming a hurdle. When I finally got on stage to perform it, I remember the audience actually listening to this middle school girl, leaning in, and giving me a loud round of applause. It is a moment I remember because despite the anxiety, I was able to rise to the occasion and ace my challenge.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Two things: resilience and gratefulness. Through ‘not-so-good’ moment in life, I think I’ve truly learned how to be more grateful- enjoying the simpler things in life, which also means I’m content not being swept away by every trend; and much more resilient- people, opportunities, and things all come and go. What we do (and how we respond) in both their absence and presence is what builds our character; and our character is fully intertwined with our reputation.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What do you believe is true but cannot prove?
Progress shouldn’t forsake beauty. I will shout this until I’m blue in the face. Every “future-focused” brand, IT/Tech company, and even sci-fi all push a version of the future that is cold, sterile, and frankly, boring. I think this started with Apple coming into prominence. Suddenly, every company wanted to copy that aesthetic. I can’t prove it, but I think that there is definitely a correlation.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. When do you feel most at peace?
I love being at the beach. I always feel like my mind is clearer and my creativity is able to spark again when I’m at the beach.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.auriellechelayne.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auriellechelayne
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/auriellebryan/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AurielleChelayneTV
Image Credits
Chevergreen Photography, Rhema Tillman, and Aurielle Bryan
