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Your First Audience Is Your Crew - Terrance McLeod | Ep. 40


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In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with Terrance McLeod, filmmaker and cinematographer, to break down his creative journey and how he successfully released his film “A Season For Love” on Tubi, along with platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and YouTube.

Terrance shares what the independent filmmaking process really looks like-from understanding the fundamentals of cinematography and storytelling, to building the right crew, collaborating effectively, and managing stress while bringing a vision to life. This conversation is packed with practical insight for indie filmmakers, cinematographers, video creators, and creatives looking to get their work seen on streaming platforms.

If you’re trying to learn how films get distributed, how to move as an independent filmmaker, or how to stay grounded while creating at a high level, this episode delivers real game with no fluff.

Topics Covered:
• Indie filmmaking & film distribution
• Getting a movie on Tubi, Amazon Prime & Apple TV
• Cinematography basics every filmmaker should know
• Building a crew & creative collaboration
• Managing stress in the creative process

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