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. 🎧 Meet the Guest: Matt Giesow Follow Matt’s journey and learn more about...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 4 min
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. 🎧 Meet the Guest: Tommy Roark Follow Tommy creative journey on Instagram! 🎙️ About Your Hosts: Kyle Loftus : Follow me on Instagram for exclusive BTS, tips, and creative inspiration. Brendan Hsu : Stay connected with Brendan o...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 22 min
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. 🎧 Meet the Guest: Ceebz Gerard Follow Ceebz creative journey on Instagram ! 🎙️ About Your Hosts: Kyle Loftus : Follow me on Instagram for exclusive BTS, tips, and creative inspiration. Brendan Hsu : Stay connected with Brendan on I...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min
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. 🎧 Meet the Guest: Max Mangum Follow Max’s creative journey on Instagram ! 🎙️ About Your Hosts: Kyle Loftus : Follow me on Instagram for exclusive BTS, tips, and cre...
Oct 29, 2024•59 min
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...
Oct 21, 2024•51 min
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 pa...
Oct 14, 2024•57 min
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. W...
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 8 min
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, video...
Oct 02, 2024•47 min
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. W...
Sep 22, 2024•1 hr 1 min
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 creat...
Sep 16, 2024•49 min
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. 🎧 Meet the Guest: Carlos Herreros Check out Carlos’ work on Instagram ! 🎙️ About Your Hosts: Kyle Loftus: ...
Sep 08, 2024•43 min
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! 🎧 Meet the Guest: Jacob Geeslin Wanna see Jacob’s work? Follow him on Instagram ! �...
Sep 01, 2024•1 hr 4 min
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. 🎧 Meet the Guest: Justin Romeyn Curious about Justin’s work? Follow him on Instagram and explore his projects on his website . 🎙️ About Your Hosts: Kyle Loftus: Catch exclusive BTS, cre...
Aug 26, 2024•44 min
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! 🎧 Meet the Guest: Gabe Sanchez Wanna see Gabe’s work? Follow him on Instagram and check out his latest projects here. Dive deeper into his creative j...
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 2 min
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/thearto...
Aug 13, 2022•18 min•Season 4Ep. 1
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: Creating Consistent Content with Brendan Hsu Leveraging your deliverables with Gordon Ly Finding the right partners with Marius Ciocirlan Knowing yourself Having Long Term Goals When to take on a proposal Pros & Cons of Producing Creating Realistic Goals with Josiah Moore Finding Email Addresses with Nick Girard Knowing your c...
Apr 30, 2022•53 min•Season 3Ep. 21
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...
Apr 23, 2022•47 min•Season 3Ep. 20
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 yo...
Apr 16, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 19
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. Check out our Podcasting platform Riverside.fm Rent your gear at Sharegrid.com You can follow our hosts at @jjenglert and...
Apr 09, 2022•41 min
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 k...
Apr 02, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 17
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle discuss all things producing. They are joined by Producer Harrison Chase. aside from assisting us with the pod, Harrison is an industry professional with over 10 years of experience working on everything from feature films to music. He spends his day as a producer for a commercial production in Los Angeles focusing on completing production timelines from bid to delivery. They discuss: How to manage multiple projects? - Putting the right team in...
Mar 26, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 16
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle follow up with Gordon Ly of LYVISUALS . Gordon was able to scale to a six-figure business working with entrepreneurs, businesses, and brands. Today he runs Ly Visuals while also working as a consultant and business coach for like-minded entrepreneurs. Gordon also hosts the podcast Live to Create podcast . The discussion revolves around balancing being a creator while running and scaling a business. Gordon is wise beyond his years for anyone loo...
Mar 19, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 15
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle sit down with Nicholas Girard of Fortland Productions to discuss his story and the founding of his business. He tells us about his experience and what helped him get where he is today. They dive into some topics that every filmmaker should be considering when working on a project like this, like the importance of sticking with your instincts and trusting in the story you want to tell versus trying to make it what you think other people want it ...
Mar 05, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 14
ShareGrid is The world's largest, most trusted camera-sharing community. ShareGrid is changing the way creatives work today. As a leading global sharing community, ShareGrid allows professionals to share and book equipment around the world at an affordable price. In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle sit down with Marius Ciocirlan. They will touch on the story of how this photo/video sharing platform was founded, where it is today, and why Sharegrid decided to focus on the creator ...
Feb 26, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 13
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle talk with Brendan Hsu. Brendan is the Co-Founder of Aerial Canvas as well as a personal, business, and investment coach. He sits down to discuss his techniques for thinking in systems to leverage your time and business. He also talks about curating a winning and growth mindset to help you become more self-aware. This episode is filled with knowledge gems around every corner. Brendan is a good friend to the Podcast. We always enjoy having him on...
Feb 19, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 12
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle discuss marketing. They talk through how you better market your company to prospective clients. They talk about ways to help your clients promote themselves using video and building assets for those clients to enhance their marketing. Video marketing is a pretty hot topic in business right now. It's something that should be considered by every growing business. Check out our Podcasting platfor...
Feb 12, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 11
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle are talking we are talking about all things gear. They go through their current setups with protips on some of their favorites. They tackle the pros and cons of tackling different setups whether it be minimal or targeted toward one specific market such as grip or lighting. Our Hosts discuss the process of investing in gear over time, building a vault of useful tools. Check out our Podcasting platform Riverside.fm You can follow our hosts at @jj...
Feb 05, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 10
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle are joined by Ryan Snaadt to talk about his process of booking clients, finding leads, and more. We discuss how he finds clients and consistently books them to long-term retainers. Setting clients expectations, where you should go to find work in your niche, and how to make sales fun by putting yourself in the clients' shoes. Ryan is an Iowa-based professional marketer, entrepreneur, and videographer that helps brands and creatives grow using v...
Jan 29, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 9
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle discuss building a business that is conducive to productivity, automating your business and building out a tech stack that works for you and your clients. They'll share their favorite productivity tools including Gmail, QuickBooks, Slack, & more. Getting your business on autopilot can be an incredibly freeing experience and will allow you to spend more time with clients making films instead of doing paperwork. Some of the software mentioned...
Jan 22, 2022•38 min
In this episode of "Learn Videography," JJ and Kyle discuss elevating the client experience and what that means for you, a business owner. Client experience is paramount. If you're always happy and positive with your clients, they'll come to rely on that - and over time, that's what will keep them coming back. Our hosts discuss different ways to maintain the best relationship with customers including: Thank-you Notes End of year gifts Year-end gifts Ensuring Catering requests or crafty suggestio...
Jan 15, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 8
