Dearest Gentle Reader,
Some stories unfold in parts, and some evenings… one can scarcely put into words. This night, and the work it celebrated, was nothing short of remarkable. 🐝
Part 1: Jan 29th
Part 2: Feb 26th
One might wish to pay close attention. 😏
- From Paris, with love💙
#bridgerton #premiere #season4 #netflix #seasonoflove
Dearest gentle readers…
The author has been busy. 🎬🖤
PART 1 — Hyacinth’s recital ✨
Behind the scenes of one of my favorite moments directing Episode 5 “Yes or No” of Bridgerton. This cast. This crew. This moment. I will cherish it forever. ✨
Special thank you to Jack, Jenny, Florence, Will and each of the incredible dancers for your talent. You deserve all the flowers headed your way 💐
Featured by Vanity Fair.
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Rayne Harris is a Shondaland and SeriesFest Women Directing Mentorship alum, who after shadowing Tom Verica, Shondaland’s Head of Creative Production/ Bridgerton Director, earned herself a place in the Season 4 directing lineup of Bridgerton. Her work on the series included directing a standout scene that set the internet into a spiral. Learn more about Rayne Harris in the full feature on our website 📹 #SeriesFest
Everyone keeps asking, ‘But where do I FIND a mentor?’
Director @giarayne (Rayne Harris) says sometimes the answer is: stop hunting and start doing. When you do the thing you want to be doing—in public, consistently—the right mentors spot you in motion and choose you back.
In this week’s Brown Ambition episode we get into:
• How she attracted mentors across film and TV
• Why ‘be interested, not interesting’ changed her career
• How doing the work in the room led to Bridgerton-level opportunities
Want the full episode link?
Comment AMBITION and I’ll DM it to you.
OK but real question… what kind of BONUS do you get for directing the most viral dance of the whole Bridgerton season? 👀🪩
I asked director @giarayne exactly that and her answer had me hollering *and* rethinking how we value creative work behind the scenes.
In this week’s ep of @brownambitionpodcast , we get into:
- How she landed Bridgerton after 13 short films and Chicago P.D.
- What really happens (and pays) when a scene goes viral
- Why frugality, family support, and ‘money jobs’ made her creative career possible.
Want the full episode link? Comment **AMBITION** and I’ll DM it to you. 🎧✨
She went from biology class to Bridgerton ballrooms… 🎬💅🏽
In college, @giarayne was on the pre-med track… until she realized she was building a life that didn’t actually belong to her. Instead of signing up for O-chem, she packed her bags, moved to New York with roommates, grabbed a “money job” to pay the bills, and quietly started chasing the thing she really wanted: a life as a filmmaker.
I can’t wait for y’all to hear her story on this weeks episode of @brownambitionpodcast .
This is your reminder that:
• You’re allowed to outgrow the dream everyone else had for you.
• Walking away from the “smart” path can be the smartest thing you ever do.
• A stable paycheck can be a stepping stone, not a life sentence.
If you’ve ever stared at a syllabus or a job title and thought, “This cannot be the rest of my life,” this ep is for you!
Comment “ambition” and will send you the link to tune in!
Tag a friend who’s low-key plotting their pivot. 🔁
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We’re proud to present the Ambassador Award to @giarayne in recognition of her continued impact as a storyteller and champion for the next generation of creators.
A Cycle 5 winner of the Shondaland & SeriesFest Women Directing Mentorship, Gia-Rayne’s career trajectory since that early recognition reflects the power of that program—most notably through her work on Netflix’s Bridgerton, which grew directly out of that mentorship pathway.
She has continued to expand her directing career through major industry programs including NBCU Launch Female Forward and the WIF Directing Fellowship, and now serves as a mentor herself, helping to open doors for emerging filmmakers.
A writer-director whose work centers on character-driven stories centered on women and BIPOC communities, Gia-Rayne has built a distinctive voice across film and television. Her work includes the NAACP Image Award–nominated short Pens & Pencils (HBO Max), episodes of NBC’s Chicago P.D., and Netflix’s Bridgerton, where she directed Season 4, Episode 405, “Yes or No.”
SeriesFest is honored to celebrate her work, leadership, and impact.
This is one I plan to frame.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone in this photo, behind the scenes, and standing quietly behind me on this journey.
This, I will cherish for a lifetime. ✨
#bridgertonnetflix #season4 #bts #thankyouGod
What a gift. ✨
Working with Yerin and Luke was a true honor. Not only did they bring out the best in each other, but also in everyone they encountered.
Thank you both for welcoming me into your magic and for trusting me with your light. 💐
Yerin, your talent, strength, and vulnerability were a gift.
Luke, your instinct, generosity, and emotional depth made every scene richer.
I honestly became a better artist because of you both.
Golden careers ahead. Forever in your corners. ✨
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Grateful to share more about my journey directing Bridgerton. From SeriesFest, to shot design, to mentorship, and the magic you cannot plan.
Thank you @yourstrulymia and @shondaland for this beautiful feature. 💫
Who knew one episode could spark so much joy?
Please go go read more about my experience and the other incredible visionaries behind Season 4 of @bridgertonnetflix Live on Shondaland.com ✨
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