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This week’s episode features experienced Video Producer and Cinematographer, Domenick Satterberg. Domenick is skilled in commercial and documentary film production with a demonstrated commitment to producing high caliber content. For over 12 years he has worked as a freelance cinematographer for NFL Films, covering sidelines around the league.  When he’s not capturing iconic images for one of the great outlets in sports media, he is telling stories with his camera for the Fresno State marketing department.In today’s episode Domenick shares countless pieces of advice he has learned over the years while working the sidelines on Sundays. We also discussed the necessary equipment and knowledge that is needed to succeed while shooting. Domenick touches on why creative freedom is best for him and how he stays efficient on the sidelines, while sharing what he has learned during his time at NFL Films and how he continues to improve his content.If you are interested in learning more about anything Domenick mentioned, I encourage you to make your way to the show notes, where he provided even more resources in addition to all the great stuff he talked about in the episode: Connect with Domenick Satterberg:YouTube: DomTheDPWebsite: domthedp.comLinkedIn: Domenick SatterbergInstagram: @domthedpTwitter: @domthedp

You are in for a special treat with this episodes folks! As we continue to branch out into the different nooks of the sports video production world, I was incredibly excited to learn more about this one in particular: Motion Design.  In my opinion, if want to make any production look larger than life, incredible motion graphics can take it there. From SportsCenter to the NBA Finals, Philipp Bichsel is undoubtedly one of the top talents out there when it comes to motion design in the sports broadcast space. If you take one look at his body of work it’s clear that Philipp is on another level. And he has the accolades to back it up, with awards under his belt for his work on the NBA Finals, USA Soccer, and ESPN Monday Night Football graphics packages.  Our conversation was valuable in both professional and life advice. For someone so in tune with technology and it’s capabilities, the one thing Philipp emphasized the most was relationships.  He gave great advice on working on some insanely massive graphic overhauls, as well as staying in touch with the world around you because, as he puts it, that is a key factor in staying relevant.   If you are interested in learning more about anything Philipp mentioned, I encourage you to make your way to the show notes, where he provided even more resources in addition to all the great stuff he talked about in the episode: https://bit.ly/sts-philipp-bichselConnect with Philipp Bichsel:Website: Bossmode.tvBehance: Philipp BichselLinkedIn: Philipp BichselInstagram: @bossmodestudios

Avalon Koenig is a content creator who specializes in run-and-gun style videos.  Despite getting into the sports video production world with hardly any experience and very little guidance, she was able to grow her skills rapidly through hours of hard work, sacrifice, and dedication. The grind she’s put in is indicative of her passion, which jumps out in this interview. Avalon is an artist, who is in this craft because video is her medium of choice. After starting out as the sole video person for the entire athletic department at the University of San Diego, she moved on to the creative agency Fresh Tape Media. Here she’s had the opportunity to create content for some of the biggest events in sports, including the Super Bowl, College Football Playoffs, MLB All-Star Games, and Pro Bowl Riding World Championships.  In today’s episode Avalon shared with us her career journey. She’s had quite the ride, from her early days making GoPro videos of her rowing team to nearly getting stomped on by a bull at the PBR World Finals. One constant theme surfaced throughout all her stories - she wouldn’t be where she was today without the sacrifice of long hours, working for little to no money, that allowed her to hone her craft.  If you’d like to see more of Avalon’s work, or check out any of the incredible other creators that she draws inspiration from, she has helped develop the list below:  Connect with Avalon Koenig:Instagram: @thatvideogalTwitter: @ThatVideoGalLinkedIn: Avalon KoenigAvalon's VideosPBR Cribs TourPBR Intro VideosSuper Bowl LIICollege Football Playoff shoot with Fresh Tape 1st NASCAR shoot with Fresh Tape USD Baseball Team Intro Video on Mission BayUSB Basketball Team Intro Video on Mission BayPop Song Rowing video First Rowing VideoAvalon’s InspirationsGreg MarshMax HugginsAndrew StewartFresh Tape MediaAustin KoonJared KleinsteinDavid KushnerEmily JohnsonMaddy WilliamsCarly GoughSam FrostLiam ConradSam LutzDiamond ViewElite EdgePeter McKinnonMatti Haapoja

Today’s guest is content creator Josh Lavallee. Josh has groomed himself into the industry primarily as a freelance sports photographer over the last 8 years.  During that span he’s worked with the MLB, NFL, NHL, MLS, NASCAR and dozens of NCAA schools. Josh provides images of game action for social media and public relation releases, for teams such as the San Diego Padres, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, and Anaheim Ducks.  After working for the Pittsburgh Pirates as a contractor for all of spring training, he was offered a full time job with their creative staff at the start of this season.In today’s episode Josh dives into how his career in the sports production world got started. He shared multiple pieces of advice for building your portfolio, getting content out as fast as possible, and covering specific sports.  There were some great tricks of the trade released in this episode when it comes to both sports photography techniques, and ways to get jobs.  Being a professional freelance sports photographer requires many skills and as we talked about, patience.  Josh was able to share some great insight that he has learned from all of his experiences.Connect with Josh Lavallee: Website: www.JoshLavallee.com Instagram: @josh_lavalleeTwitter: @jp_lavsLinkedIn: Josh Lavallee 

Today’s guest is Emmy Award Winning Video Producer, John Tipton. John currently works as a Broadcast Producer & Editor at Crimson Tide Productions and has over 15 years of experience in video production and marketing combined. John also works as a Technical Director & Director for live-venue productions at Alabama, working on content for Football, Men's & Women's Basketball, Baseball, and Softball. He is a producer, editor & videographer for game highlights, intro videos, recruiting videos and student athlete features. In today’s episode John speaks all about his sports video production journey, as well as sharing many useful tips and strategies he has learned along the way. John takes us through his role in Alabama and shares how he overcomes his struggles that fall in his path. John’s the executive producer of the online Emmy award winning web series “Pride On Ice”, and shares his stories from his experience filming and traveling with the Golden Gophers Hockey team. This episode goes deep into the world of video editing and post production workflow. He walked us step-by-step through several different types of productions he works on and how he turn around an edit efficiently and effectively.

Today’s guest, like most of us, is a hyphen in the industry. Logan Beerman does work both as a freelance replay operator as well as a creative shooter and editor.  One of Logan’s recurring gigs is with the US Soccer Federation, where he’s had the privilege of traveling the world, including to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France.  While being embedded with the US Women’s National Team during their World Cup run is the biggest highlight of his career so far, Logan is caught in a crossroads between creative production and live broadcast production. He’s drawn to the team aspect of a live broadcast and the feeling as “your adrenaline gets going just like it would before you play a big game.” In addition to his freelance gigs, he recently completed his first passion project with his production company, Bazooka Entertainment.By using what was available to him in college, he now has had a very successful career and explains how he chose his career path, along with the struggles that came with it. In this episode, Logan speaks about the learning opportunities that led him to where he is today.  A theme throughout this episode is to always keep working at getting better in every aspect of life, but also focusing on what you're good at while working towards a career.  Logan definitely takes an athlete’s approach to sports video production, and offers great insight for other sports creatives who grew up competing in the games they loved.Show Notes