Equip yourself for every angle of your work – McBrown advises

Ghanaian actress Nana Ama McBrown has shared her insights on the importance of self-education and skill-building in the entertainment industry.

McBrown’s words of wisdom come at a time when the Ghanaian film industry is facing challenges, with many creatives seeking ways to revitalize and grow.

In an interview with Bola Ray on Starr Chat, McBrown emphasized the need for individuals to research and equip themselves, regardless of their chosen career path. “Whatever you are doing, whatever career you pick up, you must research it yourself or land a job aside, whatever qualification you have.”

McBrown shared her personal experience, stating, “I don’t have any qualification when it comes to acting, hosting, or anything I’m doing on TV. I learned on the job, on this field of Miracle Films, and learning on the job as a costumier.”

McBrown credited her mentor with teaching her valuable lessons, saying, “He will tell you, ‘Hey, where is this person that is right here thinking that he’s the star? He has not learned this. He has not learned that.

"The moment we get somebody who knows how to act and knows how to do this, we won’t use him again.’ So, it means that I need to equip myself for every angle of the work I want.”

The actress and producer has taken her own advice to heart, directing eight movies and producing five or six others. Her achievements demonstrate that the industry is not dead, but rather, it needs structures and adaptability to thrive.

McBrown’s message serves as a call to action for creatives to take charge of their development and growth, ensuring a brighter future for the Ghanaian entertainment industry.