In this episode, Cole sits down with Kyle Pusateri, Lead Producer at Garmin, to unpack the intricate world of production. Kyle shares insights from his journey through account management to becoming a producer, providing a unique glimpse into Garmin’s creative ecosystem. From managing large-scale productions to collaborating with internal and external teams, Kyle reveals how to balance efficiency and creativity to execute projects that resonate.

Key Takeaways:

• The Importance of the First Six Seconds: Kyle emphasizes the critical role of grabbing attention on social media while maintaining alignment with long-term brand objectives.

• Efficient Creativity: Kyle’s two-word approach to production underlines the need to maximize resources while staying true to the creative vision.

• Navigating In-House vs. External Partnerships: Explore Garmin’s model of leveraging an in-house team while collaborating with external partners for specialized campaigns.

• The Role of Authenticity in Outdoor Media: Learn how Garmin ensures its media remains genuine and relatable by using real athletes and epic environments.

• Future-Proofing with AI and Technology: Kyle and Cole discuss the potential and limitations of AI in production and how storytelling remains at the core of building emotional connections.

Connect with Kyle:

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This podcast is produced by Port Side Productions. We believe that in a cluttered media landscape, standing out requires more than just telling a good story. We partner with brands to cut through the noise, crafting narratives and creative that not only captures attention but also deeply resonate with audiences, ensuring your message doesn't just reach people but moves them. Need help standing out? Say hi.

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