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The BWNC Podcast is the #1 resource for content creators. Every Monday, we share interviews & discussions with industry-leading creatives whose stories will inspire you to follow your passion. Our goal is to provide you with the shortcuts, tips, & advice that will take your career to the next level! Hosted by filmmaker Ben Hagarty – best known for his work with major artists & brands like Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Caon, & EA Games. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackwithnocream/support

The BWNC Podcast Black With No Cream

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The BWNC Podcast is the #1 resource for content creators. Every Monday, we share interviews & discussions with industry-leading creatives whose stories will inspire you to follow your passion. Our goal is to provide you with the shortcuts, tips, & advice that will take your career to the next level! Hosted by filmmaker Ben Hagarty – best known for his work with major artists & brands like Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Caon, & EA Games. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackwithnocream/support

    Misshattan on Aerial Photography, Quitting Her Full Time Job, Developing a Brand, and More!

    Misshattan on Aerial Photography, Quitting Her Full Time Job, Developing a Brand, and More!

    Today's guest is Misshattan aka Natalie Amrossi. Natalie is a a photographer based out of New York City and is best known for her aerial photography work. When it comes to seeing the world from a new perspective, Natalie is there finding it while hanging out of a chopper.



    In this episode, a few of the topics we cover are:


    Natalies come up story
    How she quit her full time job to pursue photography
    Working with brands like Jaguar and how that developed her portfolio
    Advice on getting into this space
    And so much more



    Thank you Natalie for joining us on the show! Appreciate you!



    Follow Misshattan:

    Instagram: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/Misshattan



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    By becoming a member, you will build a valuable network of peers that you can lean on to support you, motivate you, hold you accountable, give you constructive feedback, and so much more!



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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Jake Chams on Surviving a Tragedy and Shooting for Panic at the Disco, Marshmello, Green Day, and more

    Jake Chams on Surviving a Tragedy and Shooting for Panic at the Disco, Marshmello, Green Day, and more

    Today's guest is Jake Chamseddine (aka Jake Chams)! Jake is a Director, Photographer, and Cinematographer in the music, documentary, and editorial space. His credits consist of names like Panic! At The Disco, Green Day, Carly Rae Jepsen, Lorde, Nike, Adobe, and many more!



    In this episode, a few of the topics we cover are:


    Jakes come up story (Crazy luck while jumping at water falls!)- Getting his first touring gig
    Building client relationships that last a lifetime
    Working directly with so many high level musicians
    And more

    But most importantly, Jake shares about his incredible journey through a life changing accident that happened on tour and almost cost him his life. 
Thank you Jake for sharing this with us. Your story, your attitude, and your determination is more motivation than any of us could ever handle.



    Please continue to crush your recovery brother!!



    ⁠http://www.instagram.com/jakechams

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    Use code 'ONEBUCK' to get in for just $1 for the first month!
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    • 1 hr 22 min
    FranklinsPOV on Becoming a DP, Shooting His First Nike Commercial, Working With Doja Cat, ASAP Rocky, Blink 182 and more!

    FranklinsPOV on Becoming a DP, Shooting His First Nike Commercial, Working With Doja Cat, ASAP Rocky, Blink 182 and more!

    Today's guest is Franklin Ricart (aka FranklinsPOV)! Franklin is a DP also known as a Director of Photography in the music video, commercial, and narrative space. His credits consist of names and brands like Nike, Facebook, Mercedes, A$AP Rocky, Doja Cat, Lil Durk, Gunna, and many more!

    In this episode, a few of the topics we cover are:


    Franklins come up story


    How his work as a PA landed him a job shooting a massive Nike Campaign
    - Collaborating with Cole Bennett and Lyrical Lemonade
    His advice for new DP's
    And so much more!


    Franklin sets the tone for young creatives and shows how being hungry, staying focused, and being willing to grind day in and day out can pay off in dividends.

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    By becoming a member, you will build a valuable network of peers that you can lean on to support you, motivate you, hold you accountable, give you constructive feedback, and so much more!

    Use code 'ONEBUCK' to get in for just $1 for the first month!
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    Also want to give a HUGE shout out to Canon for supporting this podcast. We love ya’ll!

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    • 1 hr 38 min
    Mike Carson on Creative Directing for Big Sean, Kendrick Lamar, How Virgil Abloh was a Mentor, and More!

    Mike Carson on Creative Directing for Big Sean, Kendrick Lamar, How Virgil Abloh was a Mentor, and More!

    Today we have Mike Carson joining us on the BWNC Podcast. Mike is a Creative Director for artist and brands such as Kendrick Lamar, Big Sean, Apple Music, Netflix, and so many more!



    In this episode, a few of the topics we cover are:


    Mikes come up story
    How Virgil Abloh got him a job documenting Kanye West and Jay-Z
    Connecting with Big Sean and ultimately becoming his creative director for multiple albums
    How he defines and approaches being a creative director
    And so much more!



    I've been a huge fan of Mike and his body of work for over 10 years so I'm absolutely hyped to have him on the show and I think you will really enjoy this episode!



    Follow Mike on Instagram



    Watch this episode on YouTube



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    • 1 hr 40 min
    Rory Kramer on Shooting Justin Biebers Album Cover, Creating His Own MTV Show, and Overcoming Creative Depression

    Rory Kramer on Shooting Justin Biebers Album Cover, Creating His Own MTV Show, and Overcoming Creative Depression

    Today we have Rory Kramer joining us on the BWNC Podcast. Rory is a director, photographer, and editor who’s best known for his close working relationships with Justin Bieber, The Chainsmokers, Blink 182, and so many more prolific artists!

    In this episode, a few of the topics we cover are:


    How Rory discovered his love for filmmaking and how he was able to grow within the industry


    How Justin Bieber gave him some of the best advice while they were shooting Bieber’s album cover


    How Rory hit a massive wave of creative depression and how he was able to overcome that battle


    And so much more



    Rory is an incredible creative and we are honored to have him on the show. If you have the dream to be a creative full time and feel like its not possible based on where you live, your resources, or lack of network... Listen to this episode, it will give you the push you need.



    Join the BWNC Community!

    This is a private space where you can learn from industry-leading creatives, gain insights to advance your skills, receive answers to tough questions, find collaborators, and land job opportunities.

    By becoming a member, you will build a valuable network of peers that you can lean on to support you, motivate you, hold you accountable, give you constructive feedback, and so much more!

    The first month is only ONE DOLLAR so what do you have to lose?

    Join at: ⁠BWNC.com/join⁠



    Also want to give a HUGE shout out to Canon for supporting this podcast. We love ya’ll 3



    Download our ‘How To Charge A Client’ guide: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/2RDLCxM⁠⁠



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    • 1 hr 32 min
    Ben Hagarty on Moving Back to Iowa, Finding Creative Balance, and the Future of BWNC

    Ben Hagarty on Moving Back to Iowa, Finding Creative Balance, and the Future of BWNC

    Well, we are officially back and in this episode - Ben shares his excitement around this new BWNC Podcast season, where we have been the past three years, an update on his personal life and career, and so much more.

    We have an exciting new season coming up with interviews from some of the illest creatives doing it right now. Each Sunday we will release a new episode which you can watch or listen on whatever podcast platform you prefer!



    Join the BWNC Community!

    This is a private space where you can learn from industry-leading creatives, gain insights to advance your skills, receive answers to tough questions, find collaborators, and land job opportunities.

    By becoming a member, you will build a valuable network of peers that you can lean on to support you, motivate you, hold you accountable, give you constructive feedback, and so much more!

    The first month is only ONE DOLLAR so what do you have to lose?

    Join at: BWNC.com/join



    Also want to give a HUGE shout out to Canon for supporting this podcast. We love ya’ll 3



    Download our ‘How To Charge A Client’ guide: ⁠http://bit.ly/2RDLCxM⁠



    Want to support BWNC? Do these things:


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    • 27 min

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