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  • This week I chat with award-winning cinematographer, Kris Kimlin, about his new-found discovery of what truly makes him happy. Learn from Kris's vast experience to put your own career into a macro perspective of your life. We go deep... we bring it back to shallow waters, we take it back down again.

    This is the longest conversation that I've had on the podcast so far simply because I couldn't stop wanting to know more, weaving the conversation for your benefit. Take away as much as you can, but be sure to listen for that ONE nugget that sparks an idea in your head and gets you to take action.

    Kris's Website: https://www.kriskimlindp.com
    Kris's IMdb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3622542/

    Filmmakers have the power to evoke emotion, inspire thought, and drive universal change in this world. Welcome to Filmmaker Secrets.

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  • This week I chat with an up and coming filmmaker, Jesse Welch, who shares his experience producing the enticing short film, SPIRIT. We discuss how to kill perfectionism, deal with adversity, adapt to your circumstances, and exactly what it takes to persevere in the game of relationships within the film industry.

    Watch 'SPIRIT' short film: https://youtube.com/watch?v=h7pIKP2n4r0
    Check out Jesse's website: https://www.radiantmediaprod.com
    Follow Jesse on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesseradiantmedia

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  • What is it that separates the filmmakers that actually get the opportunities, the ones that get picked, the ones that move on from the many that don't?

    It's the fact that they've developed a skill set to produce very high quality film projects that don't cost much or take too long to finish, but tell really powerful stories.

    We will break down those exact skill sets to you in this transformative 7-Day CineRacing™ Challenge.

    Seven days to get the filmmaking skills you need for a lifetime. Oh, and by the way — you also have a chance to win with over $10,000 in prizes and bonuses!

    Do you dare accept this challenge?

    Join the challenge today: http://www.cineracing.com

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  • What does it take to overcome the hardest of challenges when it comes to filmmaking? This week, I sat down with my good friend, cinematographer, filmmaker, storyteller, Tommy Ragan, to discuss the obstacles within film production and how to conquer them. Listen to learn how filmmakers, like you, can persevere and use the resources at their fingertips to set themselves up for success.

    Tommy Ragan's Website: https://www.tomraganfilm.com/
    WESST Studio Space in ABQ: https://www.wesst.org/digital-media-studio/

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    7-Day CineRacing™ Challenge: http://www.cineracing.com
    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
    FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
    Storytelling Secrets: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/story
    FREE Shot List Template: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/shotlist

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  • 3 Detrimental mistakes filmmakers (especially beginner filmmakers) make and how to avoid them.

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    As filmmakers, but even as human beings, we make a lot of mistakes. Especially in the beginning. And that's okay! Let me tell you about the biggest mistakes I see filmmakers make in this video.

    We can truly compress decades into days by learning from the mistakes of others. Adapt, anticipate, and persist. These are the filmmaking mistakes to avoid.

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    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
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  • It's time to gear up and get that fire burning under our butts again. It's time for some Monday Motivation, Filmmaker Secrets style!

    7-Day CineRacing™ Challenge: http://www.cineracing.com
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  • This week I speak with the 1st Place Grand Prize winner of the recent 7-Day CineRacing™ Challenge about his experience with this new kind of filmmaking competition! We talk about various roadblocks and triumphs that every filmmaking will go through in their journey of becoming a true filmmaker.

    To join the next CineRacing™ Challenge: http://www.cineracing.com

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  • General Film Racing vs. the CineRacing™ Challenge. Which is the best for filmmaker looking to level up their game, improve their filmmaking, and win some cash prizes at the same time? That is the questions that I want to answer for you in this video.

    When it comes to FAST filmmaking, there is no question that a film race is the BEST way to learn all the nuances of shooting HIGH QUALITY films for very little, when it comes to your budget.

    But what separates CineRacing™ from any other generic film race is the added daily training/coaching and the purpose-driven aspect of the challenge.

    I'll be going LIVE every day during the 7-day challenge walking you through the whole process to set you up for success. The parameters of the CineRacing™ Challenge limit you to a 60-second (commercial style) short film that gives you the opportunity to build your portfolio and attract high-paying clients.

    7-Day CineRacing™ Challenge: http://www.cineracing.com
    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
    FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
    Storytelling Secrets: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/story
    FREE Shot List Template: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/shotlist

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  • This week I chat with filmmaker and entrepreneur, Kevin Barber, about the ins and outs of thriving as a filmmaking in the current economic climate. He shares his filmmaker secrets of knowing who your dream clients really are, how to position yourself as the expert in your specific niche, and much more!

    Kevin's Website: https://kevinbarber.xyz

    7-Day CineRacing™ Challenge: http://www.cineracing.com
    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
    FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
    Storytelling Secrets: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/story
    FREE Shot List Template: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/shotlist

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  • We need more empathy and kindness in this world and this podcast episode is my way of promoting this inspirational idea of creation. How to tap into that creation mode as a true filmmaker and grasp onto your filmmaking dreams.

    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
    FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
    Storytelling Secrets: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/story
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  • On this week's episode of the Filmmaker Secrets podcast I'm excited to introduce you to Sarah Young, an award winning filmmaker. We chat all things film, theatre and even opera.

    Check out Sarah's website: https://www.sarahyoung.net

    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
    FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
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  • Coverage vs. Intention. Are you the type of filmmaker that is shooting for the edit, or are you just editing everything that you've shot? That is the ULTIMATE question.

    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: http://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
    FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: http://www.chargeyourworth.com
    Storytelling Secrets: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/story
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  • Value-based pricing is likely the most important aspect of charging what you are truly worth and becoming a successful filmmaker. Learn the secrets of knowing how to price your work properly and avoid undercharging and endlessly chasing money.

    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: https://www.filmmakingchallenge.com
    FREE Filmmaker Masterclass: https://www.chargeyourworth.com
    Storytelling Secrets: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/story
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  • The age old question of how to connect with your audience is answered in this episode of the Filmmaker Secrets Podcast. Listen to learn the 5 ingredients you need to infuse into your projects in order to make the viewer FEEL and CHANGE.

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  • I had the pleasure of speaking with a very genuine and talented filmmaker, Riccardo Suriano, who approaches filmmaking from the perspective of short films first. Listen to his unique take on the filmmaking world and how he got his start.

    Check out Riccardo's website: https://www.riccardosuriano.com
    WeShort website: https://weshort.com

    "One Film Per Month" Challenge: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/youtube
    FREE Filmmaker Training: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/free
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  • This week I break down what L.I.G.H.T. stands for and how to approach lighting any film set, be it interior or exterior. Lots of golden nuggets that even the pro can learn from.

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  • This week I talk with the crew and cast members of the new short film "Dear Simone". The director Kevin Deming, executive producer/writer/lead actor Jenny Piersol, and cinematographer/producer Andy Whitlatch.

    Check out the IndieGoGo campaign here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/dear-simone-short-film#
    Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearsimone.film
    Visit the production company website: https://workingartistfilms.com

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    Filmmakers have the power to evoke emotion, inspire thought, and drive universal change in this world. Welcome to Filmmaker Secrets.

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  • These are my best filmmaker productivity hacks for when I'm feeling unmotivated, overwhelmed, and stressed out. Top 5 hacks to get the thing done!

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  • This week I chat with a talented documentary filmmaker, Frank Fazzio, about focusing on the right things in filmmaking and his various collaborative documentary projects. Listen to hear his unique approach to crowd sourced interviews.

    Watch Frank's documentary Unfiltered Through Their Eyes.

    From Frank:

    This film lets us see and hear global filmmakers and children worldwide and what is possible during challenging times of the pandemic. Global filmmakers joined together with me. The moment was right... During the pandemic lockdown, I developed the concept and idea, wrote, directed, and produced this, and we learned a lot together.

    No one was talking about the children and how this impacted their world ... Once this seed was planted, I couldn't sleep thinking about it and realized I needed to make this film.
    We believe It brought out a perspective that hadn't been heard or seen before.

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  • I'm calling my shot! What is the "One Film Per Month" challenge?...

    Check out the challenge here: https://www.filmmakersecrets.com/youtube

    I'm going to write, shoot, and edit a short film every month for the next year and you're getting exclusive access to all the behind the scenes! Follow my journey of attracting high-end clients & producing winning films.

    When you subscribe to my YouTube channel and input your name and email I'm also going to give you access to The Best Shot List Template so you can follow along with my progress and call your own shot!

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    Filmmakers have the power to evoke emotion, inspire thought, and drive universal change in this world. Welcome to Filmmaker Secrets.

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