Hawaii Shoots: How Do You Shoot That?

Philip Lemoine moved to Hawaii with a big dream and a little experience in pursuit of building a wedding cinema company, Supreme Wedding Films. Yet after years of growing success, Philip found himself going down a path of alcoholism and loneliness; he found himself burnt out.  It took some serious self reflection to realize that he loved shooting, editing, and creating videos, but hated running a business.  Philip knew that he needed to restructure his life to attain happiness.   Along his journey, Philip found a relationship with God, and a new mission to help people around the world with his video passion.  In an attempt to marry his desire to help others while making videos he wanted to make, Philip started two YouTube channels:  One about helping couples looking to get married and one about cooking his favorite foods.   Philip didn't really pursue YouTube as a way to make money, but was surprised when views started coming in.  He soon got monetized on his cooking channel and is currently working on some brand collaborations to help other food companies.     Today, Philip lives a much more fulfilled life, balancing his wedding gigs, YouTube content and investing into his mental and physical well-being.   If youʻre an entrepreneur that is getting burnt out on the marathon that is running and owning a business, or are someone looking to create their own revenue stream by creating their own content, this is the program for you.   Connect with Philip: https://www.supremeweddingfilms.com/ https://www.hawaiiweddingnetwork.com/ https://www.youtube.com/philiplemoine https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjEkSjCAdfq_QDhnSMYrzYg (Hawaii Wedding Network) https://www.instagram.com/philip_lemoine/ https://www.instagram.com/hawaiiweddingnetwork/ https://www.instagram.com/supremeweddings/   Connect with Brad Watanabe: http://www.bradwatanabe.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bradwatanabe/   Gear:   https://kit.co/beradstudio Sony A73: https://amzn.to/2XOEcOs BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6k: https://amzn.to/2M1AERt BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k: https://amzn.to/2RhInxz Sigma 50 1.4: https://amzn.to/36gj2s6 Sigma 35 1.4: https://amzn.to/36hWOWu Sigma 18-35: https://amzn.to/2GbW3nt

Making Money With Your Passion | Berad Podcast What does it mean to turn art into a business? On this episode, Brad Watanabe and Mauna Burgess discuss converting our passions, specifically filmmaking, into money-making careers and if profiting off of our artistry is selling out. Connect with Brad Watanabe: https://linktr.ee/beradstudio Suggested resources: I Will Teach You to Be Rich: https://amzn.to/39w7DGK Audiobook version: https://amzn.to/2OQuCEl The E-Myth Revisited: https://amzn.to/2HgOufB Audiobook version: https://amzn.to/39rGx3t Chase Jarvis Live: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chase-jarvis-live-show/id1127915772 The GaryVee Audio Experience: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-garyvee-audio-experience/id928159684

How to Get Started on TikTok With Bryan Switalski  Bryan is one of two Storybrand Certified marketing experts in the state and is the CMO for Ambient Group here in Honolulu. He has nearly 15 years of experience in graphic design, web design, and marketing. On this episode, he shares with us about how he got started in digital marketing and how businesses and brands can utilize the viral new social media app, TikTok. Bryan also has an online course specifically for TikTok Marketing where he's teaching businesses and entrepreneurs how to use the app to expand their marketing efforts. Here you can find Bryan's Course: https://tiktokmadeeasy.com Connect with Brad Watanabe: https://linktr.ee/beradstudio  

Take Control of Your Life: The Keto Diet with Mauna Burgess  When Mauna first joined the Berad crew, it took him awhile to get used to the fast-paced and physically grueling experience of being on production. Video production days are long, hot, requiring lots of walking, bending, and carrying heavy equipment. A year ago, he decided to work towards his goal of being a complete cinematographer by going to work on his health. Since beginning his Keto journey in 2019, he lost almost 60 lbs., at the same time finding a new hunger for a lifestyle he's always wanted. He talks to Brad Watanabe about how Keto totally changed his relationship with food and opened doors to activities and lifestyles that he never thought was possible.

Find Your Creative Career: Life After Photography with Dallas Nagata White | Berad Podcast Dallas is an award-winning photographer who you might know from her Huffington Post featured Lava Kiss photo or her popular Spartan costume from her work as a cosplayer. She talks to us about her beginnings as an up-and-coming photographer, finding success through serendipity, and having a job for the first time in her life in her thirties. As a current full-time student and graphic designer for Kini Zamora, of Project Runway fame, she walks us through her previous life as a freelance photographer and how she pivoted into becoming a career-minded fashion designer. If she had one piece of advice for creatives coming out of High School, it would be to not go to photo/film/design school! See why in this podcast. Tell us about your struggles in finding a long-term career in a creative industry, and what kind of advice you need to get to living the life you dream. Connect with Dallas and see her portfolio here: https://linktr.ee/dallasnagata HuffPost Lava Kiss: https://bit.ly/37tkV60 Spartan Cosplay: https://bit.ly/36qpTiP Connect with Brad Watanabe: https://linktr.ee/beradstudio Gear: https://kit.co/beradstudio Sony A73: https://amzn.to/2XOEcOs BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6k: https://amzn.to/2M1AERt BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k: https://amzn.to/2RhInxz Sigma 50 1.4: https://amzn.to/36gj2s6 Sigma 35 1.4: https://amzn.to/36hWOWu Sigma 18-35: https://amzn.to/2GbW3nt Audio: Rode PodMic: https://amzn.to/2GaO4qT Zoom F4: https://amzn.to/2RgtwDw Neewer Adjustable Mic Stand: https://amzn.to/33jqeTb

How to Build a Music Business Playing Ukulele with Jody Kamisato Jody Kamisato has always had a passion for music. Through his life he's seen how his 'Ukulele can unite people and build communities through the universal language of music. But turning music into lifelong career isn't something that just happens by accident, it was the result of his dedication to his craft and his attitude of gratitude. I always knew that he was passionate about spreading the message of Aloha to the world, but in this episode I learned a bit about the hustle it took to make that passion a reality.

Brad Watanabe and Mauna Burgess talk about building intentional steps towards making 2020 a productive year. We discuss resolutions, and recipes for success.  

On this episode of the Berad Podcast we chat with local entrepreneur Mylen Yamamoto who is famously known for reimagining the simple chopstick with her invention, Cropsticks.  We talk about growing up in Hawaii, creating a path to success and working with global YouTubers and influencers via her other business Clique Now.

Kimberly Jeffries is a diver, water safety instructor, entrepreneur, photographer and an all-around awesome human being. She's traveled the world to study and document the magnificent animals from the depths of the ocean to the great outdoors. Kim's story amazes and inspires me personally to dream bigger and push myself to uncomfortable new heights. Follow Kimberly -> https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyswimberly/ Connect with me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradwatanabe Twitter: https://twitter.com/bradwatanabe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beradstudio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beradstudio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeradStudio Website: https://beradstudio.com/ 

Good branding communicates who you are and and what you do, while great branding emphasizes why you do what you do. With so many distractions in life and on social media, meaningful branding is more important than ever.  As I was building my video business Berad Studio, I constantly had to remind myself why I was doing this and how to differentiate myself from the rest of Hawaii's video makers.  This podcast is a quick overview of the insights I share with my clients and colleagues and hope it helps you get one step closer towards building your brand.    Connect with me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradwatanabe Twitter: https://twitter.com/bradwatanabe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beradstudio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beradstudio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeradStudio Website: https://beradstudio.com/ 

Go-getters are great goal achievers, and what may seem unconventional may just be the winning angle that will launch you into a successful entrepreneurial career.  In this latest podcast, we chat with Ryan Kalei Tsuji, owner and founder of award-winning video production company RKT Media, and hear about how he paved his own path and managed to build a distinct and thriving platform in the media industry.  Whether one's aspirations and endeavors naturally compliment as a collective whole, or, like Ryan, span a diverse array of fields—such as sports, news, politics, and non-profits, the creative space is always open to those willing to work hard and contribute something new and needful. 

The media industry is exhaustively multi-faceted with various doors of opportunity where one can launch their career.  For Valen Ahlo, his foot in the door was a simple step into the world of acting at the age of seven, which led him on a journey that morphed into a full-blown entrepreneurial career as a videographer and certified drone operator.  Sharing perspective and insights gathered from experience in front of and behind the camera, Valen inspires us to fly high and stay balanced in our work and personal life in this latest episode.

Some of the toughest transitions in life involve major crossroad decisions.  For Andrew Tran, the choice to switch from pursuing medicine to media was heart wrenchingly difficult, but one that he knew to be the right one.  Today, Andrew continues to build his booming media company, Redefined Media, and is a model creative whose story reminds us that pursuing your passion includes making sacrifices, but the resulting joy and fulfillment make it more than worth it.

Internships are often thought of as “gum beneath the shoe” work, but they may be the very thing that unlocks doors of opportunity, leading to you landing your dream job. For many creatives the professional path is not a straight shot, but rather a winding process of discovery and change. Third up to bat in our Season 2 lineup is Kent Nishimura, known as “the forever intern.”  In this episode, Kent  shares how his whirling dance of “missteps” actually set the stage for him to land an unexpectedly perfect position at the LA Times as a photojournalist. His story is one that will inspire and encourage anyone seeking to make sense of their on-the-way trek, and will fan the embers of that insatiable tug in our hearts to discover and do what we love.

Second in our Season 2 lineup is local cinematographer, filmmaker, and rising Instagram influencer, Peter Fowler, owner of Endure Films, who shares a wealth of practicals acquired from years of morphing and navigating through the realities of the industry. With humble beginnings doing passion projects for "free-99," Peter's experiences and advice are an inspiration and valuable asset to anyone looking to build their business, brand, or digital platform while maintaining personal and professional integrity.

The creative industry undergoes an ever-changing evolution, and it can be a grind if you don't shift, adapt, and flow with what's current.  In this second season of How Do You Shoot That?, we hear from a lineup of elite professions who each share about how they paved and pivoted their way to the top. Our first feature is with co-owner of Aria Studio, Kolby Moser.  Kolby's professional trajectory was set on a career in news media, but after a series of unplanned side trips that initiated her into the wedding industry she discovered a passion that spurred her to making the pivots necessary to pursue and become a lead in this creative space.

In this weeks episode of “How Do You Shoot That?” we were prompted to reflect on the known necessary but often neglected component of rest in the context of our creative industry.   As we explore this tricky topic that seems to evade even the best and most balanced professionals, we share struggles, negotiate practical strategies, and refocus on the purpose of rest and its role in helping us achieve success in all that we do.  

Hawaii Shoots Podcast: How to budget for video production Budgeting is one of the most important skills to master in any industry, yet since money is a subject that not a lot people like to talk about, most people fumble through the process of learning and effectively practicing it.  In this weeks episode of “How Do You Shoot That?” we touch this taboo topic, break it down, and expound on an array of components that business professionals should consider beyond just divvying dollars when crafting a budget for any project.  For more Hawaii Shoots content check out: http://hawaiishoots.com Love us on PodBean? We're also on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter! Connect with Jenn Lieu on Instagram, Twitter, and her website at Jilieu.com Brad is on Facebook, Twitter and has a website at bradwatanabe.com Learn more about what's going on in the production life of Berad Studio on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and beradstudio.com

Hawaii Shoots Podcasts: Getting started in the advertising industry with Noah Tom  In this weeks episode of “How Do You Shoot That?” we sit down with our good friend Noah Tom and learn about how he turned his passion for technology into an opportunity to co-found a sucessful design agency and eventually land a Senior Art Director role at the largest marketing agency in Hawaii. A huge mahalo and special congratulations to Noah for recently being named Hawaii's Advertising Man of the Year by the American Advertising Federation (Hawaii Chapter)!   For more Hawaii Shoots content check out: http://hawaiishoots.com Love us on PodBean! We're also on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter!   Find Noah Tom on Instagram and Twitter : @Noto_hi  Other places you can find Noah:  Facebook - @Noahtom  Flickr vagabondmind.com   Connect with Jenn Lieu on Instagram, Twitter, and her website at Jilieu.com   Brad is on Facebook, Twitter and has a website at bradwatanabe.com Learn more about what's going on in the production life of Berad Studio on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and beradstudio.com        

Shawn Boyd aka Doc Rock schools us on how he got started with YouTube. In this week's episode of "How Do You Shoot That," we go on the road, or more accurately, walk down the street to visit our good friend Doc Rock.  His business Etched Aloha, located in Kakaako, Hawaii does high quality laser engraving for everything from trophies and hydroflasks to custom store signs and pet urns.  However, just like in his personal life, there are hidden (or not so hidden) secrets to Doc Rock's studio that you might not realize.  Like the fact that he use to be a radio DJ back in the 90's and thus has been a full audio suite in his studio to record podcasts like this episode.  So we're doing out first podcast session on location in Studio B at Etched Aloha. For more Hawaii Shoots content check out: http://hawaiishoots.com Love us on PodBean??? We're also on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter ! Find Doc Rock on PodBean, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter And more about Doc's engraving business: Etched Aloha on Facebook, Instagram Twitter, and their website. Connect with Jenn on Twitter Brad is on Facebook, Twitter and has a website at bradwatanabe.com Learn more about what's going on in the production life of Berad Studio on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and beradstudio.com

Lighting is finding the best way to accentuate your subject to create an interesting compelling story. In this episode Brad shares practical lighting tips, lighting tools, and budget friendly ways to create a starter lighting kit.    For more Hawaii Shoots content check out: http://hawaiishoots.com FB+TW: @hawaiishoots and IG: @hawaii_shoots Find out more about Jenn: @jlieu Find out more about Brad: @bradwatanabe Find out more about Berad Studio: @beradstudio  

When your first beginning in the filmmaking industry, figuring out what type of gear to buy can be overwhelming. In today's podcasts Brad Watanabe breaks down the different types of gear that he personally likes to shoot with and shares his professional opinion on what gear you should buy. For more Hawaii Shoots content check out: http://hawaiishoots.com FB+TW: @hawaiishoots and IG: @hawaii_shoots Find out more about Jenn: @jlieu Find out more about Brad: @bradwatanabe Find out more about Berad Studio: @beradstudio    

  Filmmaking can be an extremely difficult career to break into when you don't know anyone in the industry.  We chat with Mauna Burgess about how he discovered his niche and hacked his way into a full time job. Find out more about Mauna: @maunaburgess Find out more about Jenn: @jlieu Find out more about Brad: @bradwatanabe Find out more about Berad Studio: @beradstudio FB+TW: @hawaiishoots and IG: @hawaii_shoots For more Hawaii Shoots content check out: http://hawaiishoots.com  

Whether its a 60 minute television show or a feature length documentary, storytelling is the key to any content you watch. In today's episode of How Do You Shoot That, Brad Watanabe talks about the process of storytelling.     For more Hawaii Shoots content check out: http://hawaiishoots.com FB+TW: @hawaiishoots and IG: @hawaii_shoots Find out more about Jenn: @jlieu Find out more about Brad: @bradwatanabe Find out more about Berad Studio: @beradstudio

Figuring out what you want to do with your life can be super challenging especially if you're going into a highly saturated and desirable career. Filmmaker and Director Brad Watanabe walks us through how he got started with his career in video production. Starting with tape recorders and VHS-C cameras to Final Cut Pro and Red Digital Cinema. For more Hawaii Shoots content check out: http://hawaiishoots.com FB+TW: @hawaiishoots and IG: @hawaii_shoots Find out more about Jenn: @jlieu Find out more about Brad: @bradwatanabe Find out more about Berad Studio: @beradstudio