Adobe Live: Studio Sessions

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A podcast exploring the stories and strategies behind real creative careers. Each episode brings together industry-leading artists, designers, videographers, creators and other creatives for honest conversations about process, growth, and navigating a creative life. Hosted by the Adobe team, we dive into the real work behind the work—creative habits, personal journeys, practical insights, and the tools that shape today’s creative world.

Episodes

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Gabriel Nussbaum & Aydan Al-Saad on the Future of the Creator Economy

    In this episode Gabriel Nussbaum and Aydan Al-Saad share how they’re building one of the UK’s most exciting creator communities: Creator Leaders. From a single DM to sold-out dinners, retreats, and a growing ecosystem, they unpack what it really takes to bring creators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders together. They talk about the shift from virality to credibility, why community is the biggest unfair advantage in today’s creator economy, and how collaboration is shaping the future. Gabriel Nussbaum (That Money Guy) is a UK-based personal finance creator and entrepreneur on a mission to simplify money and make financial education accessible through social media. He has worked with institutions like the Bank of England, HMRC, and even Downing Street. https://www.instagram.com/gabrielinussbaum/ Aydan Al-Saad is a creator and entrepreneur with a background in tech startups. He creates content around careers and entrepreneurship and is passionate about bringing people together through meaningful connections. https://www.instagram.com/aydanalsaad/Meryl Blank is Community Marketing Manager at Adobe, based in Hamburg, Germany (00:00) — Intro (03:42) — How a Simple DM Sparked a Powerful Partnership (04:21) — Building “Creator Leaders”: The Power of Community (07:24) — From Small Dinners to a Thriving Creator Movement (08:31) — Taking Risks: Retreats, Big Bets & Rapid Growth (11:02) — Why In-Person Experiences Matter More Than Ever (14:32) — The UK Creator Economy: Challenges & Opportunities (37:41) — The Future of Creators: From Virality to Ownership (48:23) — Key Skills for Success: Mindset, Values & Community (56:17) — Rapid Fire: Personal Insights & Creator Trends (01:01:18) — Best Advice for Creators: Build on Proven Ideas

    1hr 4min
  2. 31 MAR

    Leo Keller on Creative Identity and Growing Through Creation

    In this episode, Leo Keller shares how consistency, curiosity, and hands‑on practice shaped his creative identity. From developing a trained creative eye to understanding the role of sound, process, and authenticity, Leo opens up about growing as a filmmaker, creating more than you consume, and staying true to your craft in an AI‑driven world. Leo Keller is a Germany‑based filmmaker, videographer, and creative storyteller who has been crafting videos since childhood. From stop‑motion beginnings to commercial filmmaking, he blends technical skill with curiosity, discipline, and a distinct visual style: https://www.instagram.com/leokellr/ | https://www.tiktok.com/@leokellr Robert Hranitzy is Senior Professional Video Evangelist & Community Advocate at Adobe, based in Munich, Germany: https://www.instagram.com/hranimator/ | https://www.youtube.com/roberthranitzky (00:00) – Introduction & Meet Leo Keller (02:59) – Rapid Fire Questions (04:18) – Starting at 11: Lego Stop Motion & the Origin Story (08:36) – Gear Doesn't Matter — Working Within Your Limitations (14:42) – How Leo Finds Ideas & Builds His Creative Process (19:35) – Pulling Inspiration Without Copying: Museums, YouTube & Instagram (21:53) – Developing a Creative Eye vs. Learning Technical Skills (27:38) – iPhone vs. Camera: When Polish Matters and When It Doesn't (41:09) – Why Sound Design Changes Everything (51:54) – AI in Filmmaking (01:04:34) – What's Next: Workshops, Creative Direction & the Future (01:09:12) – Create More Than You Consume

    1hr 11min

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A podcast exploring the stories and strategies behind real creative careers. Each episode brings together industry-leading artists, designers, videographers, creators and other creatives for honest conversations about process, growth, and navigating a creative life. Hosted by the Adobe team, we dive into the real work behind the work—creative habits, personal journeys, practical insights, and the tools that shape today’s creative world.