Over the next few weeks, we're making some major upgrades inside The Filmmaker's Journey. But unfortunately, a lot of you won't be here anymore for that. The thing is, after working with brands that 99% of filmmakers say they "dream" of working with, one thing has become very clear to me: Technical skill matters, but having a creative eye is what truly makes you a filmmaker people rely on. For a long time, this community has been a place for filmmakers to learn, explore ideas, and improve their craft. But that isn't the extent of how I want to help you here. I want to make sure this community becomes much more focused on helping members actually move forward with their projects. That means creating a space where you get the value that helps you work through the problems that keep filmmakers stuck. How to structure a story so it holds together. How to develop a writing style that feels natural on screen. How to edit in a way that keeps an audience captivated. How to make stronger creative decisions. How to overcome the blocks that stop an idea from becoming a finished film. And yes, how to use those skills to create better opportunities and work toward your income goals. Because making money with filmmaking is not the hard part. The harder part is developing the foundational skillset that makes your work stand out and makes you difficult to replace. Your taste. Your perspective. Your way of seeing and solving creative problems. That's what makes your work recognizable. And that's what can make people choose you over someone who technically knows how to do the same things. The goal is to help bring more meaningful movies into the world, and to make this community genuinely useful for people who are committed to that process. So, to keep the community focused and valuable, we will be removing inactive members in the next few days. If you've received a message from us about confirming your place, make sure you reply "yes" if you'd like to remain part of The Filmmaker's Journey.

I went to an art gallery the other day and I felt like a kid in a candy store as my imagination ran wild while browsing through various art works of different artist. It reminded me that I should make it a habit as a filmmaker to explore different art forms to expand my imagination. Everyone is a storyteller in their own unique ways. Art is a universal language.

Finish this Sentence and comment below If I could not fail and would go all in on myself I would _____________________________ Not "what's realistic." Not "what can you afford." What would you actually go after? Most of us don't dream too small—we act too small because we're trying to avoid failure. Here's the twist: failure is usually just feedback. The people you admire didn't avoid it; they moved through it. Let's see what you're really capable of. 👇 Drop one thing you'd start today if failure wasn't an option.

Yesterday was the GramoFrame music video festival awards in Los Angeles. Great to see the screenings, and also the panels with the creators. Festivals are a great opportunity to get to know people!

I'm looking to speak with 10 filmmakers over the next couple of days. If you're feeling stuck creatively, struggling to finish projects, or trying to become a better filmmaker, I'd love to chat. It'll be a relaxed 30-45 minute conversation where I'll help you identify what's holding you back, ask you some questions and give you clear next steps based on your situation.