Jackson Tiller
What do you do in the Vertical Industry?
I’m an actor in the vertical industry.
How did you come across Vertical Dramas?
I stumbled upon the Vertical world sometime in early 2023. I submitted on Actors Access and was cast. I honestly hated my first project and swore I would never do it again. And here we are lol
What is your favourite project you have worked on so far?
I think the project that has meant the most to myself and my career was "I Wish It Were You". That project really blew up and lots of my fans say it was the project that brought them more into the world of verticals. I have a project that I just filmed in Mexico City that is my favorite script to date. I think it will bring new light onto what vertical scripts can really be.
What is the craziest thing you have found yourself doing while working on a vertical?
Outside of saying some of the most off the wall phrases I’ve ever heard? lol I’ve been slapped with a tamale, stood in a shower that had no warm water for 20 min.
Who is your unsung hero? Someone in the industry who should get more credit?
QianQian Zhao. He is the owner of Production House 8. We have worked together on 8-9 projects. He is responsible for projects such as I Wish It Were You, Falling for a Superstar, It Could Never Be You. We have found so much success together. He is a wonderful set leader and honestly one of the kindest people I’ve ever met.
What do you wish more people knew about verticals?
How hard and fast we really work on set. We are like well oiled machines at this point.
What developments would you like to see in the industry in the year ahead?
I would love to see more realistic scripts. I think we could truly elvate the quality of the vertical world and the outside perspectives from people who dont like it. if we could bring real stories to life that make sense. Also would love to see more people of color brought into the platform.
What are you most proud of?
2 seperate answers here.
1. My family. I was so ok with being on my own for so long I didn’t know what I was missing. I wouldn’t have any of the success I have now without the support of my wife.
2. Being able to quit my job as the COO of a company to act full time. That’s because of the vertical platform.
3 Random Facts:
⭐ I had half of my intestines removed when I was 4.
⭐ I’m actually nothing like most of the characters I play. I’m goofy and silly. My inner child truly is who I really am.
⭐ I love video games. they have always been my escape. From a very early age video games brought me peace.
Favourite snack:
Chips ( zero self Control)
Current earworm:
Tom's Diner AnnenMayKantereit & Giant Rooks
Last movie you saw at the cinema/play on stage:
Sinners. Must see. Absolutely amazing
Currently reading:
The Poppy War trilogy. Currently on the second book. One of my favorite books I’ve read
Thank you Jackson🙏🏼
Please do check out:
🎞️ I Wish It Were You
🎞️ It Could Never Be You
🎞️Falling For A Superstar on Alta
🎞️ Jackson’s IMDB
📸 Jackson’s Instagram @jacksontiller_
