Matt, joins us to share his inspiring journey of overcoming adversity, transforming his health, and building a thriving business with Vast Media. Matt dives into the importance of discipline, embracing challenges, creating a positive work culture, and using storytelling to grow your brand. Packed with actionable insights, this episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs and creatives looking to unlock their full potential.
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Tommy, joins us to share his journey from college hobbyist to creative agency owner in San Diego. Tommy dives into the essentials of networking, building authentic connections, and overcoming imposter syndrome, all while running a successful creative business.
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Ceebz shares actionable insights on team building, effective delegation, and overcoming mental barriers to scaling a creative business. Discover the “content savage” mindset, the art of handling objections, and the importance of creating systems for efficiency.
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Max joins us to share his experiences navigating the industry, building professional relationships, and balancing creativity with practical production skills. This conversation dives deep into Miami’s unique creative community and what it takes to thrive as a creative in a city that combines LA’s ambition with its own local flavor.
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Max, a talented photographer and founder of Maxson Media, shares his journey into the creative industry and how networking and genuine client relationships have been key to his success. Max emphasizes the importance of social skills, recognizing opportunities in everyday interactions, and how to approach the sales process naturally. He also delves into the significance of niching down for business efficiency, and offers valuable advice for aspiring creatives looking to grow their careers in the photography and creative industries.
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Jack, CEO of Epic Drone Tours, joins us to dive deep into how persistence, creative networking, and client-focused strategies can take your videography business to the next level. Jack shares his journey working with high-profile clients like Ritz Carlton and the San Diego Padres, and the tools that have been essential to his success, from Google Ads to CRM systems. He also discusses the importance of quick follow-ups, building strong client relationships, and effectively managing a business partner. Whether you're a filmmaker, photographer, or creative professional, Jack’s insights will inspire you to scale your business and build long-term success.
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Rio, a dynamic entrepreneur and founder of MarketU and Dune, joins us to discuss the pivotal role of culture and community in building a successful production company. Discover why fostering a strong internal culture, creating exceptional client experiences, and effective communication are essential for scaling your creative business. Rio shares his journey, including the challenges he faced, strategies for improving profit margins, and the importance of treating clients as business partners. Whether you're a filmmaker, videographer, or creative professional, Rio’s insights will inspire you to elevate your brand and achieve remarkable growth.
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Julie, a talented travel content creator, joins us to share her journey from a budding photographer to a successful figure in the travel industry. Discover why finding your niche, building a strong portfolio, and leveraging effective networking are essential for scaling your creative business. Julie discusses the challenges of managing travel projects, strategies for attracting collaborations, and how to create engaging content that resonates with audiences. Whether you’re a photographer, videographer, or any creative professional, Julie’s insights will inspire you to elevate your brand and achieve remarkable growth.
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Omer Reshid, founder of Refitified, a 22 years old and has scaled from 0 to 60K a month in a span of less than a year and a half joins us to share his journey from starting a video production company to mastering the real estate marketing niche. Discover why finding your niche, investing in mentorship, and focusing on sales are crucial for scaling your creative business. Omer discusses the challenges of team management, lead generation strategies, and creating an exceptional client experience. Whether you're in video production or another creative field, Omer’s insights will inspire you to elevate your business and achieve rapid growth.
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Tom Pacelli joins us to share his journey from a hobbyist filmmaker to a world-traveling videographer with a thriving business. Dive into a conversation about the importance of networking with other creatives, how passion projects and free work can lead to big opportunities, and why personal branding and niche positioning are essential in the competitive videography world. Tom also shares tips on managing international projects, working with agencies, and the value of delegation to sustain creativity.
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Carlos Herreros joins us to share his journey from passionate filmmaker to industry powerhouse. Dive into a conversation about why loving your craft is crucial, how to navigate the evolving landscape with AI, and the importance of staying authentic in a sea of comparisons. Carlos also shares his insights on using AI as a tool, not a threat, and how to keep the human touch in your work.
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Jacob joins us for an in-depth chat on how to elevate your creative career from small-scale projects to securing high-value retainers. Discover the power of reverse engineering, the art of comparison, and how to scale your content creation business. Plus, we discuss the mindset shifts necessary to lead in the industry and make your mark as a filmmaker. Get ready to take notes and transform your creative journey!
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Justin Romeyn joins us to share his journey from freelancer to running a successful production company. Discover his strategies for networking, scaling up, and staying humble in a competitive industry. We dive deep into the importance of quality content, personal growth, and building valuable connections.
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Season 4 is Here! 🎉
Gabe Sanchez joins us to kick off our new season with fresh insights on mastering videography and photography. From building client trust to staying versatile, Gabe shares the secrets to thriving as a creative. Plus, meet our new co-host, Brendan Hsu, as we dive into all things creative and business. Hit play and get inspired!
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In this episode, Kyle discusses his new cinematography course, why he built it, and all that it includes. Plus, for a limited time, listeners get over 60% off of the course for the next 7 days! (after this episode drops and by using the link below!)
We also talk about the future of Learn Videography in this episode, and what's to come in the future. Kyle and JJ ask for your feedback, thoughts, and suggestions on where the podcast should go in the future.
https://www.theartoffilmmaking.co/theartofcinematographycourse
In the final episode of season 3 of "Learn Videography", JJ and Kyle discuss the best moments of season 3. It's a jam-packed episode that you can't miss.
Top Moments:
Thanks for a great season everyone!
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In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle are and today we are joined by one of our listeners Tyler Sloan. Texas native Tyler Sloan started his creative career as a tattoo artist for 12 years before picking up a camera and planting his feet firmly in the film industry. Today, He runs his own production agency called The Hustle Hustle Collective based in Dallas Texas.
They discuss why Tyler listens to the pod and uses Jump Studios. JJ and Kyle also give Tyler some tips and tricks on how to continue to scale his business. A unique episode with one of our listeners we hope you enjoy!
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In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle are talking with our very own Michael Hall. Michael is a director, editor, composer, and indie filmmaker based in Los Angeles. He also happens to be the editor of this podcast since episode one. Kyle and JJ talk to Michael about his journey, how he learned filmmaking, and built an unwavering passion for all things creating. Michael is a successful, self-taught creator who shares his insights for progressing and maintaining a drive to further yourself.
Check out Michael's Feature film below!
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You can follow our hosts at @jjenglert and @kalvisuals To join a community of media professionals focused on scaling their business, join our Slack channel for Jump Studios.
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In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Harrison discuss what niche they would pick if they were starting today. They take a ground-up approach and focus on the tools people need to start. The two niches they discuss are Real Estate and Ecommerce. Each share the realistic path for each niche. They also discuss tips and tricks to position yourself to win from the start.
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In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle are talking with Josiah Moore. Josiah is a Creative based in Upstate new york specializing in Directing, Cinematography, and VFX. He loves to pull off wild and massive concepts! Whether it’s legitimately setting a band on fire, building elaborate custom sets, or adding in full-blown monsters with VFX.
He talks about his recent Viral Starwars Spec, his process and resources for learning VFX. Josiah is an awesome creative with a large technical knowledge any filmmaker can learn from. Follow him @josiahx.
His Star Wars Trailer can be found here.
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You can follow our hosts at @jjenglert and @kalvisuals To join a community of media professionals focused on scaling their business, join our Slack channel for Jump Studios.
Learn Videography is presented by Jump Studios, the CRM platform for content creators that includes a video review suite, invoicing with payments, and video contracts with digital signatures.
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You can submit questions to be answered during the show by sending a direct message to @learnvideography on Instagram.
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