Discovering the World of Commercial Production with Amy Kawahara of Expedia Group

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Sister-in-Law

Briana Steel and Cambria Steel

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Not everyone gets lucky enough to have the best sister-in-law ever — someone you can laugh with, vent to, and shamelessly overshare with. That’s where we come in. We’re Briana and Cambria Steel, two women in tech, and if it wasn't obvious, sisters-in-law. We may have been brought together by a man, but we sure as hell aren’t reliant on one. Think of us as your coven as we navigate life — the good, the messy, the meaningful, and all the cringe-worthy moments in between. Through honest conversations, we’ll share our different perspectives, learn and grow right alongside you, and dive into the topics that matter most — from finance and career to fashion, women’s health, and everything in between. At the heart of it, this is about expanding our knowledge, finding connection, and tackling the chaos of life while laughing the whole way through.

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Discovering the World of Commercial Production with Amy Kawahara of Expedia Group

Sister-in-Law

21 minutes 45 seconds

1 year ago

Discovering the World of Commercial Production with Amy Kawahara of Expedia Group

Amy Kawahara joins me to share insights from her role as Senior Producer at Expedia Group. In this episode, Amy delves into the intricacies of producing high-caliber commercials, her experiences working with top-tier talent and the importance of understanding every facet of your job.

Key Takeaways:

(00:00) Amy discusses her work with the NBA and talents like Nikola Jokić and Jimmy Butler.

(03:14) Producing is 90% problem-solving and 10% babysitting; Amy explains the day-to-day responsibilities.

(05:07) Amy reflects on her time producing live news, emphasizing the fast-paced nature of the industry.

(06:11) She shares her experience working on an iPhone spot with The Rock.

(09:30) Amy talks about her preference for working behind the camera and how it suits her skill set.

(11:23) The challenge of burnout in production and the importance of taking breaks.

(13:22) The value of learning every aspect of your job to better communicate and collaborate with team members.

(15:25) Inspiration can come from anywhere — movies, TV shows and even museum visits.

(19:06) Amy emphasizes the importance of everyone being a good fit on her teams.

Resources Mentioned:

Amy Kawahara -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amykawahara/

Expedia Group | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/expedia/

Expedia Group | Website -

https://www.expediagroup.com/

Central European University Press -

https://ceupress.com/

NBA -

https://www.nba.com/

iPhone -

https://www.apple.com/iphone/

The Rock -

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0425005/

Nikola Jokić -

https://www.nba.com/player/203999/nikola-jokic/bio

Jimmy Butler -

https://www.nba.com/player/202710/jimmy-butler/bio

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