04.19.2015 - By Claire Tanner
Host Cory Titus speaks with Emery Wells, entrepreneur and filmmaker. He co-founded and serves as the CEO of Frame.io, a video collaboration platform. Cory and Emery discuss what sparked his interest in film and about the decisions he made to chase that dream and position himself for success.
Memorable Moments:
4:06 Emery remembers his first film project.
4:44 Emery explains his decision not to go to film school.
6:36 "I think it's a lot harder for me to be creative for someone else than it is for me to be for myself."
7:43 Emery reflects on the shift in the industry. when the RED camera was released.
11:33 Remembers the moment when it was time dive in head first and make his dream a reality.
14:14 Emery talks about the challenges of starting a company on your own.
18:00 Emery gives tips on how to hire people who will help further your company and your dream.
18:53 Emery gives his younger self a tip to save himself heartache - "Fire early."
19:48 Emery explains how frame.io got it's start.
22:02 Emery discusses overcoming challenges in this new endeavor.
24:50 Emery notes the role models and others who have inspired him.
26:34 Cory asks Emery for resource recommendations filmmakers to continue learning.
Lynda.com
Fxphd.com
28:12 Cory asks what's one habit a filmmaker could implement to help them along?
Connect with Emery:Twitter: @emerywellsWebsite: katabatic.tvWebsite: frame.io
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