Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

 

In this episode, we talk with Raben McLeroy from Pipe Grids about the technical side of studio design that most creators never see. From ceiling grids and psych walls to equipment cages and complete studio solutions, discover how proper infrastructure elevates content creation. Raben shares insights on their journey from a COVID-era startup to working with Netflix and Howie Mandel, common mistakes studio owners make, and the future of production space design. This conversation reveals the professional approach to creating safe, functional, and visually impressive production environments.

 

http://PipeGrids.com

https://www.instagram.com/pipegrids

Join me as I sit down with Talmage Thayne, who heads the podcast division at FilmLaab. In this episode, Talmage shares his journey of building a professional podcast studio alongside FilmLaab's production company, and how he even shot a podcast episode with Mr. Beast.

Key topics discussed:

 

Follow Talmage and FilmLaab:

Website: filmlaab.com

http://Instagram.com/filmlaab.podcasts

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@filmlaab

 

Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

 

#PodcastProduction #FilmLaab #PodcastStudio #ContentCreation #VideoProduction #PodcastTips #BusinessGrowth #CreativeEntrepreneur

Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

 

In this episode of Beyond The Studio, I sit down with Hass Khan, founder of Content Factory ATX. We dive into how he built a content creation powerhouse that produces 700+ videos monthly, manages 25 team members, and serves clients worldwide. Hass shares his journey from freelancer to studio owner, revealing the systems and strategies that helped him scale.

 

Topics covered:

• Building a content studio from scratch

• Hiring and managing a remote team

• Creating viral hooks that stop the scroll

• Studio equipment and setup• Client acquisition strategies

• Transitioning from freelance to agency

 

Hass Khan on IG: https://www.instagram.com/hasskhan_

Content Factory ATX: https://www.instagram.com/contentfactoryatx_

Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

 

In this episode, I chat with Tom Brown from Chicago Podcast Studio. Tom has a Youtube channel called "The Studio Business" where he talks about his experience owning a podcast studio. We talk about tips for opening up a studio and lots of other topics. There will definitely be a part 2 of this someday since it was such a great conversation.

 

Chicago Podcast Studio: https://www.instagram.com/chicagopodcaststudio

The Studio Business: https://www.youtube.com/@TheStudioBusiness

In this episode of Beyond the Studio, Brent Pierce interviews Taylor Juarez, the studio manager of Round Rock Studio. They discuss Taylor's journey from wedding videographer to studio manager, the importance of client experience, and the systems in place for managing client relationships. The conversation also covers marketing strategies, the significance of reviews, and the introduction of membership programs to foster a creative community. They reflect on the challenges faced in the first two years of operation and the evolution of the studio's services, including podcasting.

 

Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

 

Taylor Brooke Creative Solutions: www.taylorbrookecreativesolutions.com

IG: instagram.com/taylorbrookecreativesolutions

 

Chapters:

00:01:20 Meet Taylor – An Introduction

00:03:16 Taylor’s Role at Round Rock Studio

00:06:25 Simplifying the Booking Process

00:11:07 The Power of Google Reviews

00:13:07 Why Peerspace Matters

00:18:20 Building Community Through Memberships

00:23:43 Moving Into Our Creative Space

00:31:31 Overcoming Initial Challenges

00:34:35 Membership Details Unpacked

00:37:20 Closing Thoughts

In this conversation, Brent Pierce speaks with husband & wife duo Justin Kirchhoff and Kristina Smith from Virtigo Pictures, a virtual production facility in Austin, Texas. They discuss their journey into the film industry, the evolution of their business model, and the significance of mentorship in the creative field.

 

Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

 

Virtigo Pictures: https://www.virtigopictures.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/virtigopictures

Justin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkirchhoff

Kristina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinabgs

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Virtigo Pictures

02:51 The Journey to Virtual Production

06:11 Understanding Virtual Production and the Volume Wall

09:02 Adapting Business Models in a Changing Landscape

11:56 Finding the Right Location for Success

15:12 The Importance of Mentorship and Education

18:03 Personal Reflections on Creativity and Family

20:51 The Impact of Storytelling in Film

24:14 Conclusion and Future Aspirations

36:39 The Journey of Balancing Life and Business

39:32 Finding Clients and Building a Brand

42:36 Navigating Costs and Investments in Production

48:54 Creative Problem Solving in Business

53:10 The Importance of Storytelling in Production

01:00:20 Adapting to New Trends in Commercial Production

01:08:25 Advice for Aspiring Studio Owners

In this episode, I chat with my good friend, Adrian Garcia who owns a podcast studio in San Antonio called Studio O. If you're ever at The Pearl in SA, check him out!

 

Studio O: https://www.onwardgroup.us/studioo

Adrian Garcia: https://www.instagram.com/adriangarciasa

 

Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

 

In this episode, I chat with Ben Root and Rachael Knopf from 2Perf Productions about the journey of transforming a small space into a fully functional production studio. They discuss the unique challenges of working in a smaller studio, how they maximize every inch of their setup, and the flexibility it offers for both indie projects and larger clients. From lighting hacks to adapting their space for big-name productions, Ben and Rachael show how a small studio can deliver big results.

Beyond the Studio is a podcast by Brent Pierce that dives into the real-life challenges, successes, and lessons learned from building and running creative studios. Each episode features conversations with fellow studio owners, offering firsthand insights into the ups and downs of managing a studio in photography, podcasting, and video production.

 

In this episode, I chat with Logan Lepper, owner of Authentic Exposure Studio, a top-tier boutique podcast studio in Austin, Tx.

 

Authentic Exposure Studio: https://theaestudio.co

 

00:00 Introduction

05:17 Navigating business with your spouse

06:27 Designing the perfect set

09:31 Achieving success on Peerspace

11:50 Essential software tools Logan uses

16:36 Effective marketing strategies

19:13 Overcoming major challenges

21:02 Balancing fatherhood and running a business

25:24 Offering podcast studio consulting

29:53 Gear recommendations and setup

31:28 Expanding your services

39:25 How consistency leads to success

40:55 Key advice for launching your own studio

In this episode of Beyond the Studio, I sit down with Nate Strayer, the owner of Stray Vista Studios, a 10,000 sq/ft virtual production studio in Austin, TX. Nate shares the highs and lows of running a cutting-edge studio, including the intense financial hurdles he had to overcome to get started. We dive into the unique filmmaking culture of Austin, the evolution of virtual production technology, and the mental and physical stress that comes with studio ownership.

 

Nate Strayer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-strayer-701a5b123

Stray Vista Studios: https://www.strayvista.com

 

Chapters:

00:01:54 Introduction

00:05:07 Applying College to His Career

00:07:27 The Initial Idea Behind Stray Vista

00:15:57 Understanding the Costs of Virtual Production

00:17:23 Balancing Creativity and Productivity

00:21:29 Building the Team at Stray Vista

00:27:11 The Technical Aspects of Virtual Production

00:31:46 Finding Clients for Your Studio

00:45:18 Planning and Designing the Studio Build

00:49:53 Managing the Stress of Studio Ownership

00:54:54 Positioning Your Studio for Success

00:58:43 Advice for Aspiring Studio Owners

01:00:12 What’s Next for Stray Vista?