Your Story Studios Podcast

Ever wondered how to turn your passion for travel and content creation into a full-time career? 🌍📸

In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, we sit down with Matthew Hardy-Brown—a travel photographer, filmmaker, and director—who shares his inspiring journey from shooting with a Canon 1200D to working on high-end commercial productions.

🔹 How Matt got started in photography & video

🔹 Turning travel content creation into a business 💰

🔹 How he landed his first paid brand deals with under 10K followers

🔹 The power of networking & working with a creative team

🔹 His shift towards passion projects & documentary filmmaking 🎬

If you're an aspiring travel content creator or filmmaker looking for tips on brand deals, storytelling, and making a living while exploring the world, this episode is packed with insights!

📢 Follow Matthew Hardy-Brown:

https://www.instagram.com/matthardybrown

https://www.instagram.com/beniceprojects/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-hardy-brown/

What gear do you really need to capture unforgettable wedding films? 🎥

In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, we're joined by Kimberley Moore — an experienced wedding videographer sharing her tried-and-tested gear setup, backup strategies, and philosophy for capturing authentic moments without getting in the way.

From camera bodies and lenses to drones, audio, and even vintage Super 8 cameras — Kimberley breaks down what’s in her bag, why she uses it, and how she creates cinematic wedding films that couples actually want to watch.

If you're a wedding videographer looking to streamline your setup, improve your workflow, or create films that stand out — this episode is packed with practical advice and behind-the-scenes insights.

🎯 Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, this episode will help you shoot smarter, not harder.

📱 Follow Kim on socials:

https://www.instagram.com/kimberleymooremedia/

Want to improve your directing skills and get the best performance from talent on set? In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, we sit down with Lewis Hancock to uncover the secrets of effective directing for video producers. Whether you're working with nervous interviewees, experienced models, or high-profile talent, Lewis shares proven techniques to make them feel comfortable, confident, and camera-ready.

🎬 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The leadership mindset every director needs on set (01:32)

✅ How to build rapport and make talent feel at ease (03:39)

✅ Techniques to guide interviewees and keep them on track (05:25)

✅ Working with experienced vs. inexperienced models (11:59)

✅ Using metaphors and movement cues to get the right shot (16:56)

✅ The importance of set etiquette and maintaining professionalism (17:54)

✅ Why food, energy, and set breaks make a difference (19:49)

🎥 Whether you're directing corporate videos, interviews, or high-end fashion shoots, mastering communication and confidence on set is key to capturing stunning visuals and authentic performances.

📱 Follow Lewis Hancock on socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lewishancockfilms/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewishancockfilms/

🎙️ Are you a creative person looking to turn your passion into a full-time career? In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, we sit down with Daniel Bucknell — audio producer, DJ, sound mixer, and creative mentor — to explore his inspiring journey from recording music at age 11 to building a thriving freelance business in the creative space.

Daniel shares practical advice on how to transition from a day job to full-time creative work, the importance of side projects, and how to break into the world of audio production and Dolby Atmos mixing. If you're a filmmaker, musician, or freelancer looking to take the next step in your career, this episode is packed with real-world insights and actionable tips to fuel your creative journey.

🎧 Topics covered:

- How to start a creative side hustle before quitting your job

- What is Dolby Atmos and how it's the future of sound

- Tips for building a freelance audio production business

- How to find mentorship and creative community

- The highs and lows of freelance life

Whether you're into music production, filmmaking, or just figuring out your next creative move — this episode is for YOU.

📌 Watch now and get inspired to take your creative career to the next level.

📱 For more information and to follow Dan:

www.stampedeimmersive.com.au

https://www.tiktok.com/@stampedeimmersive

https://www.instagram.com/stampedeimmersive/

https://www.instagram.com/beyondstereopodcast/

https://www.facebook.com/stampedeimmersive

https://www.facebook.com/beyondstereopodcast

https://www.youtube.com/@stampedeimmersive

Are you a video producer looking to grow your business, attract better clients, and break into niche industries? In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, Grant Jamison shares how he transformed his video production business by niching down into the transport and logistics industry — a market with huge demand and little competition.

Grant reveals:

✅ How he found his niche and why transport businesses NEED video content for recruitment, safety, and marketing.

✅ The power of LinkedIn content marketing — and how posting 3x a week became his biggest growth driver.

✅ Why service agreements (not retainers) help him lock in long-term clients.

✅ His mindset on imperfect action and how it’s helped him scale faster.

✅ How hiring his first employee freed up time to work ON the business, not IN the business.

If you're a freelancer or video production business owner trying to figure out how to get consistent clients and scale — this episode is packed with practical advice!

📱 Follow Grant on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantjamison/

In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, we dive deep into the Panasonic Lumix S5II—a camera that's gaining serious traction among videographers, content creators, and filmmakers. Our guest, Lewis Hancock, shares his hands-on experience with the S5II, discussing its autofocus performance, external recording capabilities, and real-world usability for professional shoots.

🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Video:

✅ The importance of an external monitor like the Ninja V (00:33)

✅ How shooting in ProRes impacts file sizes & storage tips (02:52)

✅ Why Panasonic cameras match Canon’s color science better than Sony (07:59)

✅ How to use the S5II for fashion, beauty, and event shoots (10:34)

✅ Why the Lumix S5II’s autofocus competes with Sony cameras (10:59)

✅ Essential camera movement and directing tips for models (13:40)

✅ The best lenses for professional video production (14:39)

✅ Lighting techniques for natural & studio setups (19:30)

✅ What improvements Lewis would love to see in future models (20:28)

Whether you're a freelance videographer, filmmaker, or content creator, this video gives you everything you need to know about using the Lumix S5II in a professional setting. If you're considering upgrading your gear or want to optimize your workflow, this is a must-watch!

🔔 Subscribe for more expert content on cameras, filmmaking, and content creation!

📱 Follow Lewis Hancock on socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lewishancockfilms/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewishancockfilms/

Lighting can make or break your video! In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, we dive deep into cinematic lighting techniques with Emel Berdilek. From three-point lighting to natural vs. artificial light, we cover everything you need to create professional, visually stunning content. 🔥

What You’ll Learn:

✔️ The fundamentals of three-point lighting (key, fill and backlight)

✔️ How to adapt to overcast vs. sunny conditions when shooting outdoors

✔️ The power of negative fill for a more cinematic look

✔️ Essential lighting modifiers (softboxes, diffusers, reflectors, and egg crates)

✔️ The best portable lighting setups for corporate shoots

✔️ Using RGB lights for creative video production

✔️ Pro tips on safely setting up lights on location

🎬 Whether you're a cinematographer, filmmaker, or content creator, these lighting techniques will help you level up your production quality.

📷 Follow Emel Berdilek:

https://www.instagram.com/emel.berdilek/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emel-b-b19ab6112/

Thinking about starting a career in wedding videography? Or maybe you're looking for insights from a seasoned pro? In this episode, Kimberley Moore shares her journey from studying film to becoming a full-time wedding videographer—and how she built a thriving business doing what she loves.

🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How Kim transitioned from film school to weddings

✅ The key skills every wedding filmmaker needs

✅ Why communication is crucial with photographers & couples

✅ The importance of hiring editors & building a team

✅ How to handle client expectations and different filming styles

✅ The reality of working in the wedding industry long-term

Kim also shares her thoughts on content creators, gear choices, and the future of wedding videography—including the rise of iPhone content creators and how the industry is shifting toward smaller, more intimate weddings.

📱 Follow Kim on socials:

https://www.instagram.com/kimberleymooremedia/

Want to take your music video production to the next level? In this episode of Your Story Studios Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Bromley, a seasoned music video director and editor, to break down his creative process, from filming techniques to post-production effects. 🎥✨

Andrew shares insights on:

✅ Choosing between performance and story-driven music videos

✅ Capturing high-energy performances with creative cinematography

✅ Essential gear & camera setups for dynamic shots

✅ Editing techniques using Premiere Pro for high-impact visuals

✅ Keeping band members energized for multiple takes

✅ Real-world examples of his music videos

If you're a filmmaker, music video director, or content creator, this episode is packed with valuable tips to boost your production quality.

Don't miss Andrew's expert advice on crafting engaging, visually stunning music videos that stand out! 🎬🔥 🔔

📱 Follow Andrew Bromley:https://instagram.com/andybromm/

Tired of sending out video production quotes only to get ghosted? 🤔 The key to landing high-quality clients isn’t about flashy showreels—it’s about positioning yourself as the go-to expert in your niche. In this episode, we sit down with Matt Smolen and dive into how to create content that attracts the right clients and keeps you top-of-mind when they’re ready to buy.

🔹 Key Takeaways:

✅ Why your content should focus on problem → solution → outcome (not just your work)

✅ How to repel bad clients and attract the right ones

✅ The power of LinkedIn & YouTube for video producers

✅ How to use LinkedIn Sales Navigator to target ideal clients

✅ Why posting consistently (even low-production content) builds trust and authority

🚀 Want to build a client pipeline where people come to you instead of chasing leads? Watch now and start refining your content strategy today!