Not In The Brief

Jesse Nakano
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Welcome to Not in the Brief A podcast hosted by two different creative professionals who work with different mediums. We are Jesse and Micah and we each run creative businesses in Edmonton Alberta. Jesse runs Old Saw Studio, a boutique video production company. Micah runs Reely Studio, a subscriptions-based design service. Both Micah and I believe that all good creative starts with good ideas first. Thinking through challenges, leaning into storytelling and doing things differently if necessary. This podcast is dedicated to learning about people’s businesses, how they use creative, how they might come up with better ideas, tell better stories and create unique content in order to stand out.  Just a note. Mid way through we stop the show for a special segment we call the shot list. This is a 5 minute segment where we ask our guest 5 uncomfortable questions. Designed to put them in the hot seat and see the real side of entrepreneurship and the human experience. So stay tuned for that.  This is not in the brief

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Old Saw Studio, an Edmonton video production company.

    The conversation explores Jesse Nakano's journey into entrepreneurship, detailing his early experiences with small businesses, the challenges he faced in traditional employment, and the eventual establishment of his video production company, Old Saw Studio Inc. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding one's strengths and weaknesses as an entrepreneur, particularly in managing anxiety and navigating the complexities of running a business. The conversation explores the journey of building a creative business, focusing on the importance of collaboration, understanding client needs, and the balance between creativity and profitability. The speakers discuss their experiences in freelancing, forming partnerships, and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in their work while navigating client expectations. Takeaways Entrepreneurial journey begins earlyUnderstanding strengths is crucial Building a business requires collaborationAuthenticity drives client relationships Chapters 00:00 The Genesis of Entrepreneurship04:04 Navigating Early Challenges09:48 The Shift to Video Production12:22 The Rollercoaster of Cash Flow15:38 Finding Stability in Business19:26 The Evolution of Old Saw Studio22:24 From Freelancing to Team Building26:57 Navigating Creative Challenges32:07 Client Relationships and Authenticity40:02 Balancing Creativity and Profitability45:43 Reflections on Growth and Future Aspirations

  2. Jul 28

    Reely Studio Makes Design Services Suspiciously Easy

    The podcast begins with an introduction to the hosts and the purpose of the podcast, setting the stage for the conversation. It then transitions into an introduction to Really Studio, followed by a discussion on the evolution of the studio and its business model. The conversation concludes with a focus on collaboration and strategy in creative services. The conversation covers topics related to creative strategy, the role of AI in creative work, personal reflections and life priorities, and the challenges of remote client engagement. It delves into the complexities of business approach and the importance of networking in the creative industry. Takeaways Creative services start with ideas and storytellingAdaptability and flexibility are key in the evolution of a business Creative strategy and business approach require a tailored approach for different industries.The role of AI in creative work has led to increased efficiency and output.Personal reflections and life priorities play a significant role in work-life balance and decision-making.Engaging with remote clients presents unique challenges and requires a mix of different approaches. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast01:15 Setting the Stage for the Podcast02:02 Introducing Really Studio03:02 The Evolution of Really Studio23:00 Collaboration and Strategy in Creative Services23:49 Creative Strategy and Business Approach25:05 The Role of AI in Creative Work30:35 Personal Reflections and Life Priorities36:30 Challenges of Remote Client Engagement

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Welcome to Not in the Brief A podcast hosted by two different creative professionals who work with different mediums. We are Jesse and Micah and we each run creative businesses in Edmonton Alberta. Jesse runs Old Saw Studio, a boutique video production company. Micah runs Reely Studio, a subscriptions-based design service. Both Micah and I believe that all good creative starts with good ideas first. Thinking through challenges, leaning into storytelling and doing things differently if necessary. This podcast is dedicated to learning about people’s businesses, how they use creative, how they might come up with better ideas, tell better stories and create unique content in order to stand out.  Just a note. Mid way through we stop the show for a special segment we call the shot list. This is a 5 minute segment where we ask our guest 5 uncomfortable questions. Designed to put them in the hot seat and see the real side of entrepreneurship and the human experience. So stay tuned for that.  This is not in the brief

Information

  • Creator
    Jesse Nakano
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Jesse Nakano
  • Show Website
    Not In The Brief