Leading with Presence: Faith, Creativity, and Culture Transformation with Jason Hildebrand

Join us as Jason Hildebrand, visionary leader of Presence Creative Arts, shares his inspiring journey of integrating faith and the arts to transform culture. Discover how storytelling, authentic leadership, and spiritual practices are shaping the future of faith-based arts and community engagement.

In this episode:

• Jason details the transition from acting to faith-driven arts, emphasizing collaborative projects and cultural influence

• He shares insights on fundraising as a faith-led journey, trusting divine timing and building donor relationships

• The story behind "The Shepherd and the Sound," a film exploring King David's life and its message of healing

• Creating space for authenticity and silence in a culture overwhelmed by noise

• Tips for leaders and artists to stay creatively and emotionally healthy through spiritual rhythms and practices

• The importance of storytelling in shaping culture and rewriting language around faith for a modern context

• Church, arts education, and mentorship: nurturing the next generation of faith-based creators

Guest Bio: Jason Hildebrand

Creative Principal

Part storyteller, part creative catalyst — Jason leads the team at Presence Creative Arts where he serves as a performer, communication and storytelling coach, theatre and film producer, and writer. For close to 25 years, Jason has partnered with faith-based organizations, film and theatre companies, and educational institutions as an artist/coach around the world. He recently completed a Master of Fine Arts in Performance Creation from York University in Toronto.

Jason is most recognized for his acclaimed solo and duo theatre performances and coaching of leaders and artists in areas of authentic performance, storytelling, and communication. He and his team have brought artistic direction to multiple The Alliance in Canada's National Assemblies, Hear the Music Ministries' Levite Summit events, as well as numerous Canadian events. Jason has overseen the development and production of many films and a multi-cast radio play. His film THE PRODIGAL TRILOGY has won multiple awards around the globe. His film BREATHE… was developed in partnership with The Salvation Army in Canada, Bermuda and Australia. Through the craft of Spirit-led performance and communication, Jason is passionate about "drawing out the gold" in individuals and groups. He is excited to see them step into the fullness of who they are created to be and significantly impact the world in their care. Jason lives in Toronto, Canada with his wife and four children.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jason Hildebrand and Presence Creative Arts

01:13 The Journey of Presence Creative Arts

05:52 Fundraising Challenges and Lessons Learned

09:31 Transformative Storytelling in Leadership

12:16 Coaching Executives and Leaders

15:50 The Shepherd and the Sound: A New Film Project

16:20 The Genesis of The Shepherd and the Sound

21:16 The Impact of the Psalms and Community Engagement

31:14 Navigating Chaos: Seeking Peace in a Turbulent World

32:34 Transformative Experiences: Audience Reactions to the Film

35:24 Generational Engagement: Connecting Across Age Groups

37:20 Creative Practices: Staying Emotionally Healthy and Inspired

40:58 Legacy and Impact: Building a Future for the Arts

46:37 Crowdfunding Success: The Chosen and New Storytelling

51:23 Nourishing the Soul: The Future of Faith-Based Arts

Connecting with Jason:

The Shepherd & The Sound Film Project: https://theshepherdandthesoundfilm.com/

Website: https://www.presencecreativearts.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonhildebrand/

E-mail: [e-mail]