Meet JP Frydrych

We had the good fortune of connecting with JP Frydrych and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi JP, can you tell us more about your background and the role it’s played in shaping who you are today?
I am from Phoenix, Arizona. My parents were always hustling. My dad was a stockbroker and later shifted into real estate. My mom worked in real estate, optometry sales, and eventually insurance. Watching them taught me resilience and adaptability.

I was drawn to performing early on. In high school I was in drama club and became known as the funny guy in plays and stand up routines. After graduating in 2004 I took an unexpected turn and got my real estate license, becoming an assistant to a top producer at John Hall and Associates. A year later I chased my acting dream in Hollywood, but after six months I felt I needed to come home.

Life pulled me in different directions. I worked at Chompies Deli, where the manager encouraged me to be a showman and sing over the intercom. Later I helped my dad run a real estate office during the housing crash. By my early twenties I was the youngest branch manager at West USA Realty. At the same time, I produced my first music video for a friend, and the joy I felt reminded me why I loved creative work.

Even through challenges, including a difficult relationship with my father, I found my way back to my passions. I went back to school, earned a BA in Business Administration with an emphasis in small business entrepreneurship, and continued pursuing acting. Today I balance multiple streams of work. I still hold my real estate license, I am signed with Ford Robert Black for commercial work, I produce and act in my own projects, and I collaborate with friends on theirs. I also serve as Project Manager for The Human Jib, known as The Jib Experts, a production company based out of Arizona proudly serving the film and broadcast industry. Since joining the team I have been fortunate to work with major companies including Disney and LucasFilm, Dell, NBC, and CBS.

My upbringing gave me two key things: the hustle from my parents and the creativity I always carried with me. That mix is why I am who I am today.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
My art is rooted in storytelling. Whether I am acting, producing, or collaborating with other filmmakers, what excites me most is creating moments that connect with people on a personal level.

What sets me apart is the balance I bring between performance and production. I understand the creative side of storytelling, but I also know how to manage projects and logistics. That mix allows me to move between being in front of the camera and working behind it with ease. I am most proud that I have been able to contribute to large productions while still building my own projects and supporting other local filmmakers. What excites me is that I continue to grow as both an artist and a professional, and I never stop learning.

I got to where I am through persistence and adaptability. It was not easy. After high school I earned my real estate license and worked as an assistant to a top producer, but soon I decided to chase my dream and moved to Hollywood. I came back home, worked different jobs, and even went back into real estate before eventually finding my way back into creative work. The biggest challenge was learning not to see setbacks as failure but as redirection. Each step, even the difficult ones, gave me skills and experiences that I still use today.

The biggest lessons I have learned are to be persistent, to stay adaptable, and to see value in every experience. Not everything goes as planned, and sometimes what feels like a setback is actually a step forward in disguise. I learned that business and art do not have to be opposites. They can fuel each other. If you stay focused on your passion, keep learning, and refuse to give up, you will find your path.

What I want people to know about my story is that you cannot let the voices of doubt hold you back. There will always be people who say you cannot do it or that your dreams are not realistic. I have learned that you have to stay true to yourself, keep pushing forward, and do your own thing. If others do not like it, that is on them. Persistence and self belief are what carry you through, not approval from anyone.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
It would depend on the time of year, but with good weather I would say start with breakfast at R&R then make our way to Desert Ridge or Scottsdale Quarter for shopping, drinks, and maybe a movie. I would definitely take them hiking at Camelback Mountain to get those amazing views of the city. For a cultural experience, we could check out the Phoenix Art Museum or spend an evening in Old Town Scottsdale for the Art Walk. If they had more time, I would take them up north to Sedona to see the red rock mountains and have dinner at Tlaquepaque, which is a beautiful place with restaurants, galleries, and shops.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Adolpho Navarro – N’Raged Media
Mike Brown – The Human Jib
My Mom – Dianne Frydrych (RIP)
James Alire – 5J Media
Matt Englehart – Ford/Robert Black Agency

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