Welcome to the
Creative Collaboration
JDS Creative Academy
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Diane Strand
Executive Producer,
Serial Entrepreneur, Author,
Arts Advocate
Scott Strand
Creative Director, Community Leader, Visionary, A.I. Expert, Author
JDS Studio
Video, Multimedia, Acting,
Collaborative Arts Education
Are You Ready to Step Into
the Spotlight & Be Seen?
ACTORS
CONTENT CREATORS
BUSINESS LEADERS
SPEAKERS
SEEN ON
What Can We Help You With?
Become Our Next Success Story!
Building a Creative Business
Online Learning
UPCOMING EVENTS
ShowBusiness:
A Virtual Masters Class
Infuse Creativity
into Your Business
When: Dates TBA
Where: Zoom
The Creative Toolbox Summit
For Confidence, Cashflow, Content & Coaching
To Grow Your 6 and 7
Figure Business
When: July 29, 30, 31, 2025
Where: via Zoom from 10am-3pm
Confidence & Creativity Live!
Brought to you by Arts Across America
When: August 21, 22, 23, 2025
Where: JDS Studio, Temecula, CA
Arts Across America
Presented by
Diane & Scott Strand
Founders of nonprofit
JDS Creative Academy
Meet the Founders
Diane Strand
Video & Multimedia Production/Actors Studio/Nonprofit Creative Academy, Serial Entrepreneur, Executive Producer, TEDx & National Speaker, Best Selling Author Nonprofit Founder, Business & Marketing Coach
Diane Strand is a multi-award-winning executive producer, TV Show Host and Founder of nonprofit JDS Creative Academy, where she spearheads innovative job training programs in video production, digital media, and the arts. With over three decades of experience in television and media, including credits with renowned networks like ABC, NBC, and FOX, Diane is committed to fostering creativity, inclusion, and professional growth for individuals of all abilities. Her work in the nonprofit sector has made her a recognized leader in arts education and workforce development, Launching careers for both mainstream and those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Scott Strand
Video Production & Multimedia/Actors Studio/Nonprofit Creative Academy, Serial Entrepreneur, Director, Master Acting Coach, Best Selling Author, Business and A.I. Coach
Scott Strand is an award winning seasoned industry professional as a director, camera operator, editor and master acting coach with over 30 years of experience in film, theater, and television. Known for his expertise in performance and storytelling, Scott is dedicated to nurturing talent through hands-on instruction and mentorship at nonprofit organization JDS Creative Academy. His commitment to creative education and practical skill-building has inspired countless actors and performers to excel in their craft.
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