From 20 Bob to Big Budgets: The Kenyan Filmmaker’s Journey 🎬 with Victor Maina and Zul Talaksi | MADE TO MAKE KE

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Made to Make KE

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The go-to podcast for Kenyan creatives turning passion into profit. Hosted by Ayan Karanja (create with ayan) and Francis Mungai (Muma Pix), we dive into the journeys of local filmmakers, photographers, and creators, sharing real stories, strategies, and insights on making it in the creative industry. With inspiring guests and actionable advice, this is your space to learn, grow, and stay motivated. Because you were made to make.

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From 20 Bob to Big Budgets: The Kenyan Filmmaker’s Journey 🎬 with Victor Maina and Zul Talaksi | MADE TO MAKE KE | Episode 003

Made to Make KE

1 hour 23 minutes 40 seconds

7 months ago

From 20 Bob to Big Budgets: The Kenyan Filmmaker’s Journey 🎬 with Victor Maina and Zul Talaksi | MADE TO MAKE KE | Episode 003

🎙️ EPISODE 003: "The Real Cost of Being a Creative in Kenya"

In this unfiltered conversation, Victor Maina (Visual Masters) and Zul Talaksi (ByTalaksi) sit down to unpack the real struggles and wins of Kenya's creative industry. From clients ghosting payments to losing footage mid-shoot, they share raw stories, hard lessons, and the hustle behind turning passion into profit.

Topics Covered:

✅ "Why are Kenyan creatives underpaid?" - The pricing debate.

✅ Client horror stories (and how to avoid them).

✅ Collaboration vs. solo work - What actually works?

✅ "We charged 20 bob for photos..." - Their humble beginnings.

✅ The future of filmmaking in Kenya - Can creatives thrive?

Whether you're a filmmaker, photographer, or just love behind-the-scenes drama, this episode is for you.

Drop a comment with your biggest creative struggle! ⬇️

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🔸 MADE TO MAKE KE: https://instagram.com/madetomake.ke

🔸 Victor Maina: https://www.instagram.com/viktamaina_

🔸 Zul Talaksi: https://www.instagram.com/bytalaksi

🔸 Visual Masters: https://www.instagram.com/visualmasters_ke

🔸 Ayan Karanja: https://instagram.com/createwithayan

🔸 Francis Mungai: https://instagram.com/muma_pix

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