Creatives Grab Coffee

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Grant Jamison from Lift Video Production (Melbourne, Australia) shares practical insights on how niching down into the transport and logistics industry accelerated his business growth. Grant discusses his journey from navigating early pandemic challenges to building strategic relationships that secured long-term clients. He highlights effective LinkedIn ou...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Chris Kitchen from KGB Productions (Jackson Hole, Wyoming) shares valuable insights on building a successful video production business by mastering your niche. Chris dives into his journey from creating action sports films to running a commercial production company, emphasizing the importance of passion projects, leveraging personal networks, and staying c...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Arni Thor Jonsson from Republik (Iceland) dives into the intricacies of video production, documentary filmmaking, and running a creative business in Iceland. Arni shares his unique journey from growing up immersed in his father’s pioneering production company to founding Republik with his brother, highlighting the lessons learned from working with internat...

Join us as we sit down with Peter Schels, founder of Al Dente Entertainment, one of Germany's leading video production companies known for injecting humor into corporate videos. In this episode, Peter shares his inspiring journey—from working with major TV networks to starting his own production company, and how embracing humor became his unique niche in the corporate video world. We explore Peter...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee (#88) , we sit down with Mike De Robbio from Pickle Pictures (South Melbourne, Australia) to dive into the realities of growing a video production business. Mike shares how adaptability played a key role in scaling his company, the importance of genuine sales outreach, and why SEO is both a powerful tool and a long-term investment. We also discuss managing...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Alden Wood from Tower 3 Productions from Jackson, Wyoming shares valuable insights into running a successful video production business in a small market. Alden discusses her journey from corporate TV production to establishing one of Wyoming’s leading commercial and wedding video companies. Discover how she overcame early challenges around confidence and p...

In this episode of Creative Grab Coffee, Ant Darvill shares his journey of acquiring 77 Productions during the pandemic, the challenges of transitioning ownership, and the importance of valuing a video production company. He discusses strategies for preparing a business for sale, the significance of client relationships, and the lessons learned from his experience as a business owner. In this conv...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, we sit down with Ryan Spanger, founder of Dream Engine in Melbourne, Australia, to discuss the long game of running a successful video production business. With over 20 years in the industry, Ryan shares insights on scaling a production company, refining marketing strategies, and the importance of building long-term client relationships. We dive into the p...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Dan Morbin, Mark Lunt, and Mike Lienard from Rise Media (South London) share how their passion for parkour sparked a dynamic video production venture. They discuss overcoming early challenges, investing in cutting-edge gear and efficient post-production workflows, and fostering a supportive team culture rooted in trust and collaboration. Packed with action...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Tyler Hendricks from Dark to Light Productions (Idaho) shares how his company carved out a unique niche in nonprofit fundraising videos, delivering high-impact storytelling that drives donations. Tyler discusses the power of results-driven video production, revealing how strategic emotional storytelling at fundraising events can yield significant returns f...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Margaux Towne, founder of Digital Moxie Studio, shares her journey from acting to filmmaking, building a woman-owned production company, and thriving in a male-dominated industry. We discuss storytelling, scaling a business, landing clients, and the impact of AI on editing. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro & guest introduction (Margaux Towne, Digital Moxie St...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Dario and Kyrill sit down with Greg Cairns, an outdoor adventure filmmaker based in Colorado and Montana. Greg shares his journey from river guiding to creating compelling adventure films, offering unique insights into blending extreme outdoor skills with filmmaking. Learn how Greg turned a passion for the outdoors into a thriving career, the challenges of...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, we sit down with Samuel Hand, founder of Phalanx Film Co., to explore his entrepreneurial journey in video production. Samuel shares how he transitioned from freelancing to running a full-time business, the challenges of breaking into a new market, and the strategies he uses to secure recurring revenue. We dive into managing client relationships, handling...

In episode 79 of Creatives Grab Coffee, we sit down with Dave Lindsay, founder of Avalanche Studios, a video production company with over 30 years of industry experience. Dave shares his journey from starting as a one-man operation to navigating the highs and lows of the ever-evolving video production landscape. We explore how to maintain client relationships, the role of AI in storytelling, and s...

In episode 78 of Creatives Grab Coffee, Dario, Kyrill, and Nicholas Coombes from Bouche Media dive into the evolving landscape of video production. From the challenges of maintaining relevance in a saturated market to adapting to new tools like AI and addressing shifting client expectations, they discuss how video professionals can navigate a rapidly changing industry. The conversation touches on...

In Episode 77 of Creatives Grab Coffee, hosts Dario Nouri and Kyrill Lazarov welcome Doug Darling of Tripwire Media for an insightful discussion on balancing creativity and business growth. Doug shares how his company navigated post-COVID challenges, emphasizing the importance of lean operations, effective team management, and leveraging tools like productive.io . He also discusses his passion for...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, we sit down with Rob Kaczmark, founder of Spirit Juice and Behold, two video production companies that serve distinct niches. Spirit Juice specializes in faith-based content, while Behold caters to commercial clients. Rob shares his journey of identifying these unique markets, the challenges of running a dual-brand company, and how his team grew to 25+ mem...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, hosts Dario Nouri and Kyrill Lazarov engage with Sean Webster from Mac n' Cheese Media. They explore the unique name of Sean's company, his journey into video production, and the challenges of balancing parenthood with a creative career. The conversation delves into the impact of COVID-19 on their business, the importance of building relationships with cli...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, we sit down with Jason Weitz from Left Mind Media, who dives into his journey from early film experiments to founding a company focused on social media video content. Jason shares how his passion for video evolved from high school projects to producing professional content that blends technical precision with creativity. He discusses the inception of Left...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, Dario and Kyrill sit down with EriK Croswell, founder of Bridge City Media, a Portland-based video production company. Erik shares the accidental origins of his business, which started in 2016 as a side project before evolving into a corporate-focused video production company. He discusses the importance of collaboration in Portland's video production comm...

In the latest episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, we sit down with Craig from Spider Video, a seasoned video production professional with over 20 years of experience in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Craig shares the journey of building his boutique production company, navigating the evolving landscape of video technology, and the challenges of balancing creativity with the demands of running a business. Fro...

In episode 71 of Creatives Grab Coffee , we sit down with Dave Lisowski from Foxal Media to dive deep into the power of niching down in the video production industry. Dave shares his journey of finding a unique focus within the blue-collar market, and how honing in on a specific niche has allowed him to build a scalable, sustainable business. Whether you’re a video production professional looking...

In episode 70 of Creatives Grab Coffee , we chat with Julian Tillotson, founder and CEO of INDIRAP, a Chicago-based video production company. Julian shares his journey from freelancing to building a company that has delivered over 11,000 videos across 40 industries. We dive into how Indirap has mastered not only the art of video production but also the science of video marketing, offering practica...

In this episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, we sit down with Guy Bauer from Umault, a video production company that specializes in creating engaging and creative B2B content. Guy shares his journey from running a generalist production company to niching down and mastering the art of funny and captivating corporate videos. We dive into the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial path, his insights on b...

In the latest episode of Creatives Grab Coffee, we sit down with Patrick Blake from Leveler Media, a Philadelphia-based video production company known for its innovative approach and successful projects. Patrick shares his journey from freelancing in product photography to co-founding Leveler Media and navigating the evolving landscape of video production. With insights on industry shifts, the cha...