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Color Pod with Qazi

Waqas Qazi
I'm Waqas Qazi, founder and senior colorist at Qazi & Co. My mission is to share industry secrets by making fun and practical podcasts on color grading. I'd appreciate it if you rate and review the podcast.
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Episodes

AI Can't Replace THIS (Why Colorists Will Always Have Jobs)

🎯 FREE 1-Hour Resolve Training https://bit.ly/3TJ94us⚡ Enter YTFAM at Checkout: $100 OFF (Limited Time) 🔧 Get Qazi’s Toolkit (DCTLs) https://bit.ly/4kGEEnG📈 Join Freelance Colorist (Course) https://bit.ly/457xq7E AI is advancing fast—but this episode breaks down exactly why colorists with vision and taste will always be irreplaceable.

Jul 17, 202520 min

2024 Vision & Success Guide

A casual but focused actionable plan for you to hit the ground running in 2024. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the show.

Jan 25, 202459 min

How to Avoid LOSING after Your Big WIN

I'm talking about the demotivation that occurs after achieving what you worked super hard for. We sometimes lose our drive. In this live, we'll go through actionable steps to get back in your flow state and keep crushing it, effortlessly.

Dec 07, 202343 min

How to be a Jack of All Trades and MASTER of all | Adrian Per

@omgadrian is a modern-day Renaissance man. He's a creative director who excels at directing, cinematography, photography, editing, and most of all storytelling. He's been published in Complex, Forbes, Variety, and many other major media outlets. In this conversation, Adrian generously shares his life experiences that are loaded with value 💣. 📝 is a necessity. 😀

Nov 03, 202358 min

When you're motivated, don’t do too much all at once ✋🏽

In this episode we will cover the following topics: Types of Motivation 💪🏽 Motivation Ingredients 🍲 Motivation vs. Discipline 🫡 Plan of Action 📝 Results from Focused Motivation 📈 Most importantly, grab a cup of ☕️ and enjoy the show.

Oct 02, 202328 min

William H. Baker on How to Create Meaningful Content That has a Mass Appeal

William is the man behind the "We Recreated the Nuclear Explosion from Oppenheimer with Zero CGI" video that got 3.8m views on YouTube in just under a month. That is one of William's many accomplishments. In this podcast, he shares his process on how to create content that is meaningful to you and also has a mass appeal. Grab a cup of and enjoy the show. ☕ #filmmakerlife #filmmakinglife #filmmakersworld #learnfilmmaking #oppenheimer#filmmakingpodcast #theqazman #waqasqazi #qaznation...

Sep 26, 20231 hr 10 min

Steven Zuber on Content Strategy to Get 107k followers in 30 days

A conversation with Steven Zuber. Steven is a man of the hour on IG in the creator space. In this casual chat we go behind the curtains to reveal productivity hacks and strategies that are practical and effective. Grab a cup of ☕️ and enjoy the show. Make sure to follow @stevenxzuber for daily value 💣 s.

Sep 16, 20232 hr 3 min

How to be employable in 2023

In this podcast, we will discuss the skills and qualifications that make someone an asset to a company and how one can continue to improve their skills and knowledge in the future. We will further delve into personal development, including mindset, book recommendations, impostor syndrome, discipline, goal-setting, fear, dealing with difficult clients, traditional schooling vs. self-directed learning, and more. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the show.

Feb 09, 202354 min

Ask Qazi

If you've been struggling to get answers to any of the following questions, this podcast is for you. · What's the best node tree workflow for grading sessions? · How do I shot-match different cameras and codecs? · How can I make a cinematic grade without making my skin tones look weird? · How can I get my first Freelance Client? · What do you think about AI tools for filmmaking and post-processing? I touch on this and much more in this jam-packed session. Grab a notepad, and let’s go! 🔥...

Jan 27, 202354 min

Jason Morris on How to Create High Quality Content, Consistently

Information overload 📣 Great live with the ultimate practitioner, my homie, @jasonmorrisphotocinema This live is a must for filmmakers trying to kick off their careers or blow up on social media. Show @jasonmorrisphotocinema some love and follow him for daily knowledge bombs.

Jan 19, 20231 hr 17 min

Why Slowing Down is a Must for Creativity

In this podcast, you will learn how to get more done with much less effort. In other words, I will show you how to have your cake and eat it too.

Mar 24, 202240 min

Q+A with Qazi

In this podcast, we will cover the following topics and much more. What to do if you mess up color during shooting temp/ tint? How to grade if my PC can’t handle many nodes? Are control surfaces worth the money? Any recent bugs you faced with the latest Resolve update? How to start a career as a colorist? When you are first starting out is it better to use LUTs or grade from scratch? Should you charge in advance or upon completion? Any Tips on grading 8-bit footage? Do reality tv and sitcoms req...

Mar 10, 20221 hr 1 min

Career Advice for Beginner Filmmakers

In this podcast, I will share practical tips that can help you in your filmmaking journey. This is a step-by-step guide so as always grab a notepad, blankie, a cup of coffee, and enjoy the show.

Feb 17, 202246 min

Strategy to Overcome Major Failure

In this podcast, I will share some of my recent setbacks and how I overcame them. Value 💣 alert!! 📝 required. Stay possessed. 💪🏾

Jan 27, 202245 min

How to Make a Killer Showreel

In this podcast, I will share my tried and test, a quick and easy roadmap to help you make the best showreel of your life. Grab a notepad. Enjoy!

Dec 16, 202130 min

5-Step Plan to be SUPER Productive

If you are unhappy with your current job or can’t seem to get to the next level then keep listening. I will share a practical easy to implement a 5-step plan for you to level up and start making a meaningful change in your career and life. I don’t make fake promises. So, grab a notepad. Sit back and enjoy the show.

Dec 15, 202131 min

Full-Time to Freelance Transition Hacks

In this podcast, I will share practical tips that you can implement to transition from a part-time or full-time job to freelancing. As always, don’t forget the notepad.

Dec 09, 202146 min

Live with Content Creator, Sam Newton

Super pumped to be doing this live with @samnewton Sam is a YouTuber, Musician, and Producer. Let’s hear how he successfully manages to wear multiple hats without getting overwhelmed. Whether you have a full-time job or are in a totally different field than Sam there is a lot of practical advice here that you can apply to your life. Bring a notepad and Stay Creamy (Sam, please don’t sue me). Also, show my boy some love and follow him at @samnewton cuz his content is 🔥🔥🔥...

Dec 02, 202145 min

Post Production Q/A - Ask Qazi

In this podcast, we will talk about the new MacBook pro, ACES, Resolve 17.4, and much much more. Grab a notepad, a cup of coffee, throw on a blankie, sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

Nov 04, 202148 min

Q&A with Q&J Episode 1

Welcome to a brand new series where WE, your co-hosts @jvke and @theqazman will answer all your questions & shower you with value 💣s. In this episode, we cover the following: · How to get clients · Best budget equipment for color grading · Advice for beginner colorists · Do’s and Don’ts of color grading There is a ton more in there, so make sure to watch it till the end. Don’t forget to share it with friends....

Jul 29, 20211 hr

How to Pick YOUR Niche

We live in a world with too many choices and a lack of direction. If you are just starting out your career or someone who’s been a pro and is looking for a change this is for you. In this podcast, you will learn the strategy to make uneasy yet necessary moves that will shape the trajectory of your career. By the end, you should have a solid understanding of how to be sure about your decisions and when to make the call. Everything I share is based on my own experiences and observations. Grab a no...

Jul 15, 202126 min

Ditch Work-life balance & LIVE HARD

In this podcast, I will share why you need to ditch the idea of work-life balance and instead LIVE HARD. I will end the podcast, by giving you a game plan you need to start executing as your life depends on it because IT DOES. Everything I share is based on my own experiences and observations. Grab a notepad and let’s go! 💪🏽

Jun 10, 202122 min

The #1 Productivity Hack for Freelance Colorists

In this podcast, I am going to share my #1 productivity hack as a freelancer. If you take this to heart I promise you will see a sudden positive change in your career. Learn & Apply. 💪🏽

May 20, 202125 min

Beginner Filmmaker Advice w/ Jake Weisler from Full Time Filmmaker

If you're a beginner filmmaker needing advice on how much to charge your clients or which camera to use then this is for you. In this video, we talk to @jakeweislerfilms from @fulltimefilmmaker who shares his secrets to turning his side hustle into his full-time hustle. Grab a 📝

Apr 21, 20211 hr 1 min
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