Her Story
About Marcie
Marcie McGovern is a producer and designer based in Lake Tahoe, California, with 23 years of experience in the film industry. Growing up in a family immersed in film, with her mother appearing in Singin' in the Rain and her aunt in The Ten Commandments, she transitioned from the advertising world where she ran a women-owned digital agency in Chicago. There she collaborated with brands including Coca-Cola on its 100th anniversary hologram project and Red Bull. She graduated from Indiana University with three degrees and has also founded her own women's fashion line, ANGELEI, designing notable pieces such as a 35,000-crystal Swarovski boot worn by Carrie Underwood. McGovern is a member of Women in Film and attributes her success to remaining grounded while navigating diverse personalities. She values honesty, trust, and integrity above all and advises listening more than speaking while staying prepared and self-believing.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Marcie
01What do you attribute your success to?
Definitely being grounded. You have to have your head on straight to maneuver through lots of different personalities and opinions. You have to have your feet grounded.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Listen more than you speak. Do not react. Really learn to take a breath and listen to the context. Take a step back and watch your emotions. When someone prominent said to take a step back, ingest what is being said, don't overreact.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
You have to have your feet planted because a lot's gonna be thrown at you as a woman. Come ready, prepared, believing in yourself. Do not cave even if your back is against the wall. Every day look at yourself in the mirror and if you like what you see then you're pretty damn good.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Mergers, layoffs, AI. See everything in a positive way. There is a place for humans and AI to enhance. Stay in your lane, remain focused, do not engage in negativity, collaborate and work together.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
100% honesty, trust, integrity. Everybody deserves a shot. Live by these values every day.
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