Testimonials
Ashley edited a feature script for me and her notes were insightful and constructive. I trust her wealth of knowledge and experience, but more importantly, her empathy and consideration. You want to feel like your story and characters are in the hands of an editor who seeks to understand the tone and meaning of the project -- and that's what you get with Ashley! She understood the feel of the script and contributed notes that made sense - and made edits to make our script more concise. And she's fast, too! I highly recommend working with her!”
-Jordyn Aquino, actor, writer, producer
Desert Bloom Productions, llc
www.heyjordyn.com
As someone whose desire to write screenplays outweighs her love for lattes and whom also completely lacks accountability, Ashley’s class was exactly the antidote I needed. After many failed attempts to begin writing an idea I’d had for a short film, and a head full of what Ashley refers to as “Psycho Babble”, this eight week course and Ashley’s ability to speak directly and authentically right into my fragile soul, guided me to write my very first piece. I’ve written many more since that course and still use so many of the tools Ashley taught me (as well as private coaching when embarking on a new written adventure.) This woman is a friend and the real deal."
-Beverly Sartain, actor, writer
Taking Ashley Serrao’s writing for tv workshop set me on an amazing journey! The class was practical, actionable, and Ashley was accomplished and inspirational. As a result of class, I embarked on a TV sit com project and brought Ashley on as my editor. Last month, Crankey Village, NM took Best Short Film in the California Women’s Film Festival. I filmed a teaser, a pitch pilot, created a series bible, co-authored a pitch deck and signed a contract with a production services company. It all began with a writing workshop with Ashley.”
-Alaina Warren Zachary, actor, writer, producer
www.crankeyvillage.com
Over several years I have taken classes/workshops with Ashley and have also hired her for script feedback. She has been instrumental in helping me believe in myself as a writer, and has helped me tell the stories I've wanted to tell. She has also offered meaningful edits and story suggestions that I've been able rely on to improve my work. So valuable!”
-Catherine Haun, actor, writer, producer
Link to an award-winning short that I produced (which grew out of Ashley's 6 week screenwriting course)
mrsmurphysconfession.com
Ashley Serrao brings not only expertise of her years as a writer, screenwriter, actor and producer but she is a powerful mentor. She generously offers her support and skills to give her students strong encouragement to become successful! My screenplays have been accepted at various filmfests including: Oaxaca Filmfestival, Lift Off London competition and Austin Revolution Filmfestival.”
-Sharon Guerrero, writer
It is with great pleasure that I recommend Ashley Serrao! She has a wonderful ability to guide and nurture the writer in you. I have participated in several workshops given by her, and was also a member of a writer’s group that she facilitated. She is insightful, supportive, kind, and experienced. I always felt safe and heard under her guidance and care. We are lucky to have her in our community!”
-Marlene Simon, writer
