Lava Journal

Sergey Rodin
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Lava Journal is a podcast about video marketing. We talk about how to create great videos. Our guests include representatives from production studios and client-side marketers. The podcast is produced by Lava Media (www.lavamedia.us), an agency that creates and promotes video content. The podcast host is Sergey Rodin, managing partner of Lava Media.

Episodes

  1. 05/26/2025

    Disney has 100% control - creating outdoor animated advertising, outstanding creative, AI in post-production

    Today on “Lava Journal," we're diving into the world of film advertising with Gerardo Lara, who has created promotional campaigns for blockbusters like Guardians of the Galaxy, Thor, and Avatar. In this conversation, Gerardo Lara shares his journey in the film and advertising industry, discussing his early inspirations, educational background, and the realities of working in production. He reflects on the creative processes involved in advertising, the challenges of client relationships, and the impact of AI on the industry. Gerardo also offers valuable advice for aspiring creatives and emphasizes the importance of collaboration and continuous learning in this ever-evolving field. Today in the episode: - Film Education vs. Industry Reality - Creative Process in OOH Advertising - Studio Control in Blockbuster Campaigns - Post-production for Entertainment Content - AI Impact on Video Production - Career Expectations vs. Reality As always, this podcast is brought to you by Lava Media, an international agency that has been helping brands grow and amplify their video content for years. We’re your go-to source for valuable insights into the marketing industry and the top professionals making an impact worldwide. Video Production Services: AI Video: https://www.lavamedia.us/ai-video  2D animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/2d-animation  3D animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/3d-animation Video for Startups https://www.lavamedia.us/3d-animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/video-production-for-startups Video production in Chicago: https://www.lavamedia.us/video-production-company-chicago-lava-media  Miami https://www.lavamedia.us/miami Los Angeles https://www.lavamedia.us/los-angeles  San Diego https://www.lavamedia.us/san-diego #filmproduction #advertising #creativeprocess #ai #career #postproduction

  2. 02/19/2025

    LinkedIn B2B marketing, medical and defense industries lead generation

    🔍 Inside tech marketing: Megann Coleman on her unique path from video production to tech, ad strategies & Root3 Labs’ game-changing projects 🚀  Today’s guest is Megann Coleman, Communications Coordinator at Root3 Labs—a leading consulting firm in device engineering and product development, specializing in medical and defense technologies. Megann’s career path is anything but ordinary—she’s gone from finance to tech, from video production to marketing, and now plays a key role in shaping Root3 Labs’ brand. In this episode, she’ll give us a behind-the-scenes look at marketing for an R&D company, share the day-to-day challenges of her role, and reveal some of their wildest projects and prototypes. Video Production Services: AI Video: https://www.lavamedia.us/ai-video  2D animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/2d-animation  3D animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/3d-animation Video for Startups https://www.lavamedia.us/3d-animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/video-production-for-startups Video production in Chicago: https://www.lavamedia.us/video-production-company-chicago-lava-media  Miami https://www.lavamedia.us/miami Los Angeles https://www.lavamedia.us/los-angeles  San Diego https://www.lavamedia.us/san-diego Key highlights in this episode: 🎯 Megann’s unique path from video production to tech marketing 🎯 Tips on joining a tech startup fresh out of university 🎯 Creating effective ad campaigns 🎯 Budgeting strategies for successful marketing efforts 🎯 Building cases for defense and medical industries 🎯 Crafting engaging stories that captivate audiences 🎯 Megann’s top go-to resources for tech professionals 🎯 Wild prototypes from Root3 Labs 00:27-00:59 — Marketing year so far 00:59-2:15 — Megann’s journey in video production  2:15-2:43 — Changing careers: study, first job in marketing 2:43-3:45 — Why did Megann switch from video production to tech marketing? 3:45-4:38 — How to join a tech startup right after university?  4:38-5:29 — What is Root3 Labs? 5:29-6:21 — Megann’s role in Root3 Labs 6:21-6:58 — Root3 Labs' main marketing focus 6:58-7:49 — How to establish trust in the B2B segment?  7:49-8:50 — Creating effective ad campaigns: sales funnels 8:50-10:19 — How to choose the best audience for ads?  10:19-13:39 — Creating effective ad campaigns: email marketing 13:39-15:08 — Megann's budgeting tips 15:08-16:17 — What’s a good conversion rate in the tech industry? 16:17-19:42 — Megann’s experience in building cases for the defense and medical industries 19:42-20:28 — Consulting for other tech companies 20:28-21:17 — Key challenges in the defense industry 21:17-24:19 — Crafting engaging stories for the tech industry 24:19-24:48 — YouTube growth plans 24:48-25:53 — How to reach your lead generation goals? 25:53-27:25 — Creating effective ad campaigns: social media posts 27:25-29:31 — Megann’s go-to resources for tech industry professionals 29:31-30:26 — Wild prototypes from Root3 Labs 30:26-31:10 — Marketing strategy for 2025 31:10-32:03 — Useful AI tools

  3. 07/12/2024

    Scott Thompson / About B2B video, AI in video production, content management

    Scott Thomson is a video producer specializing in B2B videos. I decided to chat with Scott because of his extensive experience in producing from both sides: as a producer in a hired team and as a client who hires a production team. Scott was formerly an in-house writer, producer, and director at Teledyne FLIR, and has made promotional films for several non-profits, including Scouting America and Africa Inland Missions, as well as local theatre groups in his hometown of Portland, Oregon. In short, we’re discussing B2B videos.Lava Journal is a podcast about video marketing. We talk about how to create great videos. Our guests include representatives from production companies and client-side marketers. The podcast is produced by Lava Media (www.lavamedia.us), an agency that creates and promotes video content. The podcast host is Sergey Rodin, managing partner of Lava Media. Video Production Services: AI Video: https://www.lavamedia.us/ai-video  2D animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/2d-animation  3D animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/3d-animation Video for Startups https://www.lavamedia.us/3d-animation: https://www.lavamedia.us/video-production-for-startups Video production in Chicago: https://www.lavamedia.us/video-production-company-chicago-lava-media  Miami https://www.lavamedia.us/miami Los Angeles https://www.lavamedia.us/los-angeles  San Diego https://www.lavamedia.us/san-diego

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Lava Journal is a podcast about video marketing. We talk about how to create great videos. Our guests include representatives from production studios and client-side marketers. The podcast is produced by Lava Media (www.lavamedia.us), an agency that creates and promotes video content. The podcast host is Sergey Rodin, managing partner of Lava Media.

Information

  • Creator
    Sergey Rodin
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    2026 © Sergey Rodin. Все права защищены.
  • Show Website
    Lava Journal