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The dream of being in the film scene didn’t end in her younger years, when she played her part in “The Wizard of Oz” in an elementary school play. The dream reaches beyond the ruffling of audition papers and the click of the camera. Seseley Monat Jones, a Jacksonville actress, has aspirations to be known globally—not only in acting, but also in script-writing and producing. Her story is one of faith, determination and a deep love for the arts, both on and off screen.
“Folio” sat down with Jones last week to dive into her journey through the acting world, what makes her tick in this difficult industry and what keeps her motivated through the hard times. Not only did she share her deepest dreams and the story plots of her own life, but she also told us why Jacksonville has been a launching pad for her career.
Jones also spoke about her most recent role in “The Devil Came to Duval,” where she plays the Devil and took part in some behind-the-scenes work as well. Her work behind the camera goes beyond what happens on set, though. She creates content to inspire and challenge her followers with deep, introspective questions. Her segment “Ses on the Sofa (available on her Instagram at @seseleymonatj) features Jones asking followers thought-provoking questions like would you ever date a man who used to be a playboy? With more than 9,500 followers on Instagram, her viewers regularly chime in with their thoughts.
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