#10: Episode 10 is a big one for us — we recorded our very first live episode of VDEOMKR surrounded by our closest community inside The Good Vibe Studios.

As our 10th episode, and to celebrate the launch of VDEOMKR with our community, we dove into a powerful conversation about the importance of knowing your “why.”

Why you start.
 Why you keep going.
 And what to do when life, business, or burnout makes you lose sight of it.

Carly shares how her original “why” was rooted in determination and survival as a young single mom trying to build a career in filmmaking. Over time, that purpose evolved into something bigger: creating space, opportunity, and support for other creatives — especially women — in the industry.

But like every entrepreneurial journey, there have been moments when that purpose felt distant. Moments of burnout, financial stress, uncertainty, and asking the question so many founders face:

Is this still worth it?

This live conversation dives into the lessons learned in those seasons — and the tools that help you reconnect with your purpose when you feel disconnected from it.

Because the truth is: your “why” isn’t static. It evolves as you grow. What matters most is learning how to find your way back to it.

This episode is apart of the VIBEMKR series: behind-the-scenes conversations about running a growing video production company, building team, creating systems, and learning as you go.

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

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#9: What if the only thing standing between you and a wildly profitable creative career… is your relationship with money?

In this powerful episode included in our Females Who Film series of VDEOMKR, Carly sits down with internationally acclaimed portrait photographer, educator, and founder of The Portrait System, Sue Bryce.

Females Who Film amplifies the voices of women behind the scenes in film and media—sharing unfiltered conversations about craft, career, and carving your own path. Because visibility breeds possibility, and these stories deserve the spotlight.

From building a million-dollar photography business in a small rural town in New Zealand… to walking away at the height of her success… to creating a global education platform that has helped tens of thousands of creatives monetize their craft — Sue shares the raw, unfiltered truth about what it really takes to sustain a creative career.

We talk about:

• Why creatives struggle to make money (and how to fix it)
• The guilt and shame blocking your income
• “Not in my town” — the biggest lie creatives tell themselves
• How to build wealth as an artist without selling your soul
• The power of digital products (and making money while you sleep)
• Recognizing when your creativity is dying — and what to do about it
• Why joy is the true source of income
• Shameless self-promotion and claiming your value

Sue also opens up about:

• The moment she realized she was “going to die” if she didn’t change her life
• Selling her company and rediscovering her artistry
• Her new creative chapter and podcast project
• Breaking generational money shame

This conversation is a masterclass in creative identity, wealth, intuition, and courage.

If you’ve ever struggled to charge what you’re worth…
 If you’ve felt resentment in your business…
 If you’re craving creative rebirth…

This episode will light a fire in you.

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Sue Bryce click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

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#8: How do you land TV segments, pitch producers, and turn media visibility into paid brand partnerships — all while raising three kids?

In this episode of VDEOMKR, Carly sits down with media dietitian, entrepreneur, and mentor Gillean Barkyoumb to break down exactly how she built a thriving media brand from scratch.

If you’ve ever wondered how to get on TV, how to pitch producers, or how to turn unpaid visibility into paid brand deals — this conversation is your behind-the-scenes blueprint.

Gillean shares how she went from working in corporate to landing her first local TV segment… forgetting the entire cooler of food before going live… working two years for free to build credibility… and eventually securing paid partnerships with national brands.

Inside this episode, we talk about:

• How to pitch TV producers (and actually get a response)
• The biggest mistakes people make when trying to get on TV
• How to turn TV segments into paid brand partnerships
• What a satellite media tour really looks like behind the scenes
• Setting your rates for brand deals
• Building a personal brand as a media expert
• Why mentorship accelerates growth
• Staying persistent when producers ghost you
• On-camera confidence tips for entrepreneurs
• Having it all: entrepreneurship and motherhood
• Why “staying in business” is the most underrated success strategy

Gillean also shares the mindset work behind visibility — from manifestation and human design to pushing through rejection and imposter syndrome.

Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, founder, or content creator wanting more visibility, this episode will help you understand:

✔️ How to build credibility through media
 ✔️ How to monetize your expertise
 ✔️ How to grow your brand without sacrificing your family
 ✔️ What it really takes to build a sustainable media business

If you’re ready to step on camera, pitch bigger opportunities, and build a brand that lasts — this episode is for you.

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Gillean Barkyoumb click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

Produced by The Good Vibe Media

Produced by The Good Vibe Media

#7: In this episode of VDEOMKR, Carly sits down with Kenny Yanga, Video Manager at Make-A-Wish® America, for an inspiring conversation about purpose, persistence, and storytelling that matters.

Kenny shares how watching behind-the-scenes footage of Lord of the Rings led him into a career built around capturing stories that change lives. He travels the country documenting wish journeys for children with critical illnesses. His work blends cinematic craft with authentic storytelling — and often requires tissues in his pocket.

What We Cover:

 • Breaking into the film industry
 • Why grades don’t matter as much as hands-on experience
 • Working with non-actors and capturing authentic moments
 • Creative burnout — and how to reset when inspiration runs dry
 • Navigating filmmaking inside a nonprofit with limited budgets
 • Using AI thoughtfully during each production phase
 • Managing freelance teams across the country
 • And finding joy in meaningful work

If you’re an aspiring filmmaker, creative entrepreneur, nonprofit storyteller, or someone searching for purpose in your work — this episode is for you.

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Make A Wish America click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

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#6: In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really takes to run a successful crowdfunding campaign. From launching our campaign to behind the scenes breakdowns to last-minute miracles powered by community, this conversation is an honest, tangible breakdown of how we raised $100,000 in 60 days to build our The Good Vibe Studios — and why we might never do it again.

If you’re considering Kickstarter (or any crowdfunding platform), this episode will give you the clarity you need before you dive in.

What We Cover:

• Why a clear mission and “why” is non-negotiable for crowdfunding success
• The pressure of all-or-nothing funding (and how to use it strategically)
• Why your launch video matters more than anything else
• What we got wrong with rewards — and how flexibility saved the campaign
• How momentum really works (early spikes, plateaus, and late surges)
• The power of in-person events to reignite funding and morale
• Leveraging partnerships and other people’s communities
• The emotional toll of running a campaign while still running a business
• Why community — not money — is the real engine behind crowdfunding

Hard Truths We Share:

• Crowdfunding is a full-time job, on top of your actual full-time job
• You cannot “set it and forget it” — daily effort is required
• If you don’t deeply believe in what you’re building, people will feel it
• Success comes from momentum, creativity, and relentless follow-through

This episode is apart of the VIBEMKR series: behind-the-scenes conversations about running a growing video production company, building team, creating systems, and learning as you go.

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

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#5: In this episode of VDEOMKR, Carly sits down with Ellyse Bollinger, founder and creative director of ENC Agency, for an honest, deeply human conversation about creativity, leadership, motherhood, and building a brand that actually feels like something.

Ellyse shares her journey from saying “yes” to everything early in her career to intentionally building a values-driven agency known for its culture and standout creative work. Together, they unpack what it really looks like to lead a team with care, navigate uncomfortable growth seasons, balance business with motherhood, and create brands that connect far beyond the aesthetics.

This episode is a must-listen for creatives, agency owners, founders, and anyone navigating growth and evolution.

What We Cover:

• Ellyse’s creative origin story — from childhood imagination to agency founder
• Why saying “yes” early on shaped her creative confidence and career
• The failures and “crunchy” leadership moments that transformed her agency culture
• Why company culture directly impacts client experience and creative quality
• The ENC Agency process: messaging first, visuals second, execution last
• Building brands that last (and don’t feel copy-pasted from Pinterest)
• Behind-the-scenes realities of launching food & beverage brands
• Trusting your gut when creative direction doesn’t land with a client
• Navigating motherhood while running a creative agency
• Letting go of “shoulds,” perfectionism, and people-pleasing as a leader
• Redefining goals, success, and growth beyond numbers and revenue

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Ellyse Bollinger click HERE

To connect with ENC Agency click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

Produced by The Good Vibe Media

Produced by The Good Vibe Media

#4: This week on VDEOMKR, we’re sitting down with Kayla Windsor for our first Females Who Film episode.  

Females Who Film amplifies the voices of women behind the scenes in film and media—sharing unfiltered conversations about craft, career, and carving your own path. Because visibility breeds possibility, and these stories deserve the spotlight.

Kayla is a Phoenix-based cinematographer, filmmaker, and founder of Emaginariumm Productions — and this conversation goes exactly where it needs to. With over 15 years in film, TV, commercials, music industry, and live events, Kayla pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to survive (and thrive) in the film industry — from starting as a PA, navigating toxic sets, being blacklisted, and ultimately building a career on her own terms.

We talk about confidence, mentorship, being “too much,” and why doing the work — even when no one’s watching — always matters. Kayla shares hard-earned lessons from massive projects like GEICO, Netflix comedy specials, Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service, and her current feature film in post-production.

This episode is honest, gritty, inspiring, and required listening if you’ve ever questioned your place in this industry.

In this episode, we cover:

• Kayla’s unconventional path into film & camera
• What PA life really looks like (and how to stand out fast)
• Navigating ego, harassment, and power dynamics on set
• The moment that got her blacklisted — and why it changed everything
• Commercials vs. feature films (and why she prefers narrative work)
• Mentorship, social media visibility, and being discovered unexpectedly
• Raising money for a feature film & working with major studios
• Negotiating points, ownership, and long-term career moves
• Burnout, slow seasons, and trusting the process
• Why human-made storytelling will always matter — even in the age of AI

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To connect with Kayla click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

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#3: In this episode of VDEOMKR, Carly sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Jaclyn Johnson to unpack what it really takes to build category‑defining brands, bootstrap through uncertainty, and think much bigger than you’re comfortable with.

From starting a blog before blogging was cool, to building and selling a multi‑million‑dollar agency, to founding Create & Cultivate and launching Cherub—an AI‑powered platform connecting founders and angel investors—Jaclyn shares hard‑earned lessons on vision, resilience, fundraising, and leadership.

This conversation is a must‑listen for creatives, founders, and anyone navigating the messy middle of building something meaningful.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How Jaclyn turned early creative instincts into real businesses
• Why agency experience is one of the best business educations you can get
• How to land dream clients (and survive the chaos that comes with them)
• The mindset shift women need when pitching and raising money
• Why betting on yourself is often the safest investment
• What angel investors actually look for in a pitch
• How Create & Cultivate evolved through growth, COVID, and reacquisition
• The future of content, community, and creator‑led brands
• Why thinking bigger changes everything

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Jaclyn Johnson click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

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#2: In this episode of VDEOMKR, Carly sits down with filmmaker, writer & director, Jay Worsley, for a deeply honest conversation about storytelling, fear, failure, and what it really takes to make the work you’ve been putting off.

Jay has worn just about every creative hat imaginable—Emmy Award winner, director of Rerun, collaborator with brands like Nike, BMW, and Four Seasons—but this conversation goes far beyond accolades. Together, Carly and Jay dig into the unseen parts of the creative journey: loneliness, doubt, creative resistance, and the courage it takes to finally say “screw it, I’m doing this.”

Jay opens up about growing up alone, learning to sit with his emotions, and how that shaped his obsession with feelings as the foundation of his work. He shares how weddings became his fastest learning ground for storytelling—and why he eventually had to walk away. From there, we explore the leap into commercial work, navigating client expectations, building community as an introverted creative, and trusting intuition over rigid preparation.

The heart of this episode centers on Jay’s first feature film—how it came to life, how he self-financed it, the mistakes he made, the lessons he learned, and why simply starting mattered more than waiting for the “right time.” It’s an honest look at filmmaking without permission, without investors, and without perfection.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, scared to fail, or unsure if you’re “ready” to take the next step in your creative career—this conversation is for you.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why failure is not optional—it’s necessary
• The emotional roots of storytelling and creativity
• How weddings accelerated Jay’s growth (and why he grew to hate them)
• Transitioning from weddings to commercial and brand work
• Being an introvert in an industry that rewards extroversion
• Letting go of control and trusting collaborators
• Making a feature film without waiting for permission
• Self-financing, small crews, and learning by doing
• Why you don’t need to be “ready” to start—you just need to start

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Jay Worsley click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

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#1: In this kickoff episode, Carly and Nicki rewind the tape and share the real, unfiltered origin story behind building The Good Vibe Media & Studios—from a one-woman, bootstrapped video business to building a full video production agency and studio alongside a team of female creatives.

They dive into the highs, the burnout, the messy middle, and the mindset shifts that come with scaling a creative business—while being moms, leaders, and humans navigating limited time and big dreams.

This episode sets the foundation for the VIBEMKR series: behind-the-scenes conversations about running a growing video production company, building team, creating systems, and learning as you go.

What We Cover in This Episode

• What a “Vibe Check” is and why it’s a weekly non-negotiable for their team
• Wins, shoutouts, and opportunities for growth (aka failures reframed)
• Hiring new team members and trusting others to take things off your plate
• Burnout, calendar overwhelm, and the reality of time as a working mom
• Carly’s journey from film school + single motherhood to founding The Good Vibe Media
• Bootstrapping a business with zero formal business training
• The mindset shift from solo freelancer to building something bigger than yourself
• Nicki's path from hospitality, sales, and marketing into creative operations
• How COVID became an unexpected turning point for the business
• The evolution from “figure-it-out-as-you-go” to real systems and structure
• What Nicki actually does day-to-day as COO (operations, clients, logistics, team)
• Why this podcast exists and who it’s for
• Why creative businesses need more real behind-the-scenes conversations

To watch the show click HERE

To connect with Carly Gilleland click HERE

To follow The Good Vibe Media click HERE

To visit The Good Vibe Studios click HERE

Produced by The Good Vibe Media

Produced by The Good Vibe Media