They say to
“write what
you know”. ​
Please note that I am not aware of who “they” is, but “they” are wise.
When I was a little girl, mind-boggling circumstances would always seem to happen to me - like the time I was sitting in my backyard and suddenly got hit in the eyeball with a golfball from the sky (I did NOT live near a golf course) OR the time I learned what cancer was and walked door to door crying, trying to raise money for a cure for cancer.​
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Through all of this, I realized my life and my personality had an entertainment quality. So, I started to spread the truth when I retold these stories. I would mentally rewrite the dialogue to make it funnier, I’d dramatize my response, I’d make up a few side characters to enhance the story, and I’d always wrap it up with a good punchline. I’d have everyone falling over laughing, ready for me to sign an autograph, when - RUINING EVERYTHING - my mom would say something like “Well…that’s not really what happened. They didn’t say it like that!”
Since then, I have successfully proved that my imaginative mind will serve my future well, no matter if I'm performing in a play, writing a thrilling film, or managing a team of designers.
MY PASSIONS
WOMANHOOD & GIRLHOOD
Growing up as an only child, I experienced girlhood mainly on my own. As a little girl, my mind was consistently full of stories and feelings, and once I was old enough to write, all of my girly, feminine experiences were transferred to paper.
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS
I have always been passionate about how powerful the mind is. Personally, I have lived with mental illness for as long as I can remember. I say "live" rather than "struggle", because my mind has made me who I am. I enjoy sharing the "life" side of mental illness.
PROTECTING CHILDREN IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY
I spent my childhood and adolescence in the theater, and now I spend the majority of my time on film sets with learning producers and directors. Throughout my experiences, both frontstage and backstage, I noticed a consistent lack of education on how to treat children within the industry. I believe proper treatment starts in development with the script. I aim to always keep children physically and mentally safe in anything I do.
"Heard"
Film Set
Lead Actress
Laughing it off when my co-star ATE half my prop!​ Mistakes happen!
TOP MOMENTS
Target
Guest
Service Advocate
I helped SAVE $143. 04 worth of product by complimenting a shoplifter so much that they got annoyed and left
TOP
PHRASES
My experience in the childcare industry helped me tremendously with my communication skills. I have adopted numerous phrases from childcare that I realize work great in the "real world" as well!
OKIE DOKIE (very versatile, can follow up with artichokie or smokey)
Uh oh! That's okay. Let's figure out how we can fix this.
Alrighty! Moving forward...
Why don't we come up with a game plan?
EMPLOYER TESTEMONIALS
“Francesca was one of those amazing employees you could count on to handle any situation big or small with grace and ease. It was such a great comfort knowing my studio was in good hands while I was gone. And she took all the chaos and mess in stride with a great big smile. Her fun personality welcomed customers right when they walked in and made them feel at home throughout their visit. She was such a huge asset to Splatterdash and any employer will be lucky to have her on their team!”
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-Joanna Harvey (Founder of Splatterdash Studios in Peachtree City, GA)
"Working with Francesca Petrino is a remarkable experience for any production company. Her talent and passion for writing are evident in every project she undertakes, as she skillfully weaves her diverse life experiences into compelling narratives. Francesca's diligence and intelligence shine through in her work ethic, ensuring that each script is meticulously crafted and formatted with near perfection. Her deep understanding of script formatting and her commitment to excellence make her an invaluable asset, consistently delivering high-quality content that enhances our productions and captivates audiences."
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-Brandon Shin (Founder of Unvent Productions in Savannah, GA