Studio B Sessions

Vipul Bindra

Studio B Sessions is a weekly live-streamed podcast hosted by Vipul Bindra, Founder of Bindra Productions. Recorded at Studio B, this unscripted two-hour show features candid conversations with industry-leading guests from the video production and business world. Dive deep into the art of filmmaking, business strategies, client acquisition, and the latest in camera technology. Perfect for video professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone passionate about the intersection of creativity and business.

  1. The Business Owner Mindset

    5D AGO

    The Business Owner Mindset

    One of the biggest lies we tell ourselves as filmmakers is that the next camera, the next client, or the next “big break” will finally make the business feel stable. This season finale roundtable gets honest about what actually changes things: the people you trust, the boundaries you enforce, and the systems you build when sheer effort stops being enough. Our guests include Adam Kalinowski of Adam K Studio, David Morefield of Morefield Visuals, and Dalton Smith of NPI Productions. We talk marriage and partnership in the real world of production, including what happens when your spouse or family becomes part of your workflow. From role clarity on set to protecting personal time at home, we dig into the messy overlap between relationship and business, and why “we work well together” can still come with friction you have to plan for.  From there we go deep on growth and scaling a video production company: how relationships led to high-level sports broadcast work, why being a reliable vendor matters more than being the hero, and how to turn a one-person reputation into a brand that can deliver without you at every turn. We also share hard-earned lessons on client experience, scope creep, overtime disputes, and the quiet power of sticking to the contract you signed.  Finally, we break down practical operations: staffing as the biggest expense, building an org chart without becoming a meeting-heavy bureaucracy, and when gear is a smart investment versus a money trap. If you’re a freelance filmmaker, studio owner, or creative agency operator trying to grow without burning out, this conversation will land. Subscribe, share this with a filmmaker friend, and leave a review with the biggest lesson you’re taking into your next project. Support the show Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (OR wherever you listen to your podcasts!): https://www.studiobsessions.com Learn more about Bindra Productions: https://bindraproductions.com/

    2h 19m
  2. A First Assistant Camera Explains What It Really Takes To Run A Camera Department

    MAY 14

    A First Assistant Camera Explains What It Really Takes To Run A Camera Department

    Focus pulling looks simple until you’re wide open at T1.4, the actor hits an unplanned mark, and every producer has a monitor. We sit down with Orlando-based first assistant camera Josh Reimer to talk about what the 1st AC job really is: not just keeping the image sharp, but running camera workflow, solving gear problems fast, and protecting the integrity of the footage while the DP stays focused on the big picture. We also dig into a story filmmakers need to hear more often: a short film that blew up on the festival circuit and turned into a feature film shooting in Orlando, backed by real support and serious equipment. From inclusive casting and working with new on-set needs, to the reality of building a narrative career in a city where commercials are often the steady paycheck, Josh shares how he chooses projects and why story still wins even as cameras and lenses get cheaper and more accessible. Then we go deep on the gear and career questions people actually ask: ARRI vs RED in 2025, why the RED Komodo stays popular as a B-cam, what the DJI Ronin 4D does amazingly well (and why it can feel brutal on your arms), and when renting beats owning. You’ll also hear practical guidance on kit fees, day rates, networking through rental houses and local film groups, avoiding getting pigeonholed, and how union protections and set rules can keep freelancers safe. If you’re trying to break into the camera department, level up as a 1st AC or 2nd AC, or just want a real-world look at how film crews work, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a filmmaker friend, and leave a review with your biggest question about focus pulling or set life. Support the show Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (OR wherever you listen to your podcasts!): https://www.studiobsessions.com Learn more about Bindra Productions: https://bindraproductions.com/

    1h 52m
  3. How Filmmakers Turn Meetups Into Paid Work

    MAY 7

    How Filmmakers Turn Meetups Into Paid Work

    You can have top-tier skills and still struggle if nobody knows you exist. We dig into the unglamorous truth of a creative career: the work usually comes from trust, speed, and relationships, not from the “perfect” camera or the cleanest color grade. Elias Andres joins us to talk about how he built Digital Artisans, how a filmmaker meetup can turn into real paid gigs, and why being proactive in communities and group chats is often the difference between staying booked and staying stuck. We also get practical about budgeting and client communication. When someone says, “We just need a video,” that can mean anything from a simple run-and-gun shoot to a full crew with lighting, audio, and creative development. We break down how to guide clients toward clarity, how to think about pricing event photography and event videography, and why delegating business tasks to the right partner can keep a production company sustainable. From there we zoom out to indie filmmaking, the passion, the chaos, and the economics. We talk about why indie films are often a portfolio step rather than a reliable paycheck, how gear choices should match the budget, and how small cameras can unlock shots that would otherwise require more crew and time. We close with Elias’s plan to move to Brazil for a stretch and rebuild opportunity through the same fundamentals: meet people, be helpful, and deliver. If you got value from this, subscribe, share it with a filmmaker friend, and leave a review so more creatives can find the show. What’s one networking move that brought you real work? Support the show Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (OR wherever you listen to your podcasts!): https://www.studiobsessions.com Learn more about Bindra Productions: https://bindraproductions.com/

    2h 2m
  4. How To Get A Netflix Look Without Netflix Money

    APR 30

    How To Get A Netflix Look Without Netflix Money

    One mic rental. That’s the origin story. Zay pulled up through ShareGrid looking for high-end audio gear, brought it back spotless, and a simple transaction turned into the kind of long-term collaboration most filmmakers say they want but rarely build on purpose. We talk through how that trust compounds over years, from parking-lot conversations to flying out for real work, and why “who you know” only matters when you actually show up like someone worth knowing. From LA sessions to nonprofit advocacy films to conference storybanks, we get specific about what makes a crew effective: calm communication, role flexibility, and a shared standard for audio, lighting, and composition. We also dig into the friction point every commercial filmmaker recognizes: clients who want everything stable and “clean,” then push back on mood, handheld energy, and creative framing. If you’ve ever had someone call your foreground depth a mistake, you’ll feel seen. The Chicago shoot is the centerpiece. Tight access windows, strict venue rules, last-minute format changes, and a huge mandate to level up the look. We break down the real production choices behind a cinematic interview aesthetic: FX6 and Burano camera coverage, lighting strategy under a two-hour build, and why DZOFilm Arles primes became the mid-tier lens solution that kept the visuals sharp, smooth, and expensive-looking without blowing the budget. If you’re building a video production career, this one is a masterclass in networking, problem solving, and delivering under pressure. Subscribe for more Studio B Sessions, share this with a filmmaker who needs a better crew, and leave a review with the biggest on-set pivot you’ve ever had to make. Support the show Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (OR wherever you listen to your podcasts!): https://www.studiobsessions.com Learn more about Bindra Productions: https://bindraproductions.com/

    1h 20m
  5. When Does Charging Less Start Costing You

    APR 23

    When Does Charging Less Start Costing You

    A lot of photo and video careers don’t start with a perfect business plan. They start with showing up, volunteering, and figuring it out when the gear breaks five minutes before service. Lamar Shealey joins me to tell the real story of growing from church music and live streaming into professional photography, videography, and co-owning Delta Studios Orlando with Quentin. If you’re building a career in content creation, this conversation is a roadmap built from reps, not hype. We get into how their studio came together from unused space, why a dedicated podcast studio setup changes the client experience, and what it takes to promote a studio while juggling a full-time role in education and family life. We also share behind-the-scenes moments from a Kia Center production with courtside access, including the kind of last-second fixes that only live events can teach you. Then we go deep on the practical side of running a modern video production workflow: Blackmagic cameras, ATEM switching, the reality of massive BRAW files, and why tools like Ultimatte can make green screen work cleaner and faster. Lamar also opens up about pricing strategy for photographers and videographers, how to stop being seen as “the cheap guy,” and how to handle client dissatisfaction professionally when problems are outside your control. If you’re in Orlando or anywhere else building a photography studio, video production business, or live streaming kit, you’ll walk away with clearer standards, smarter expectations, and a stronger mindset for the long game. Subscribe for more Studio V Sessions, share this with a creator friend, and leave a review with the biggest pricing or client lesson you’ve learned so far. Support the show Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (OR wherever you listen to your podcasts!): https://www.studiobsessions.com Learn more about Bindra Productions: https://bindraproductions.com/

    2h 5m
  6. How An Orlando FPV Pilot Captures High Speed Cinematic Drone Footage

    APR 16

    How An Orlando FPV Pilot Captures High Speed Cinematic Drone Footage

    FPV drone footage looks effortless right up until you learn what’s behind it: hundreds of simulator hours, constant maintenance, real safety decisions, and a post-production workflow that can actually hold up in a professional edit. We’re joined by Orlando-based FPV pilot and filmmaker Calvin Schellbach to unpack the full stack, from learning curves and close calls to the craft choices that make a chase shot feel like you’re inside the action.  We get specific about what makes FPV different from a DJI-style cinematic drone: no hands-off hover, no obstacle avoidance, and a lot more responsibility on the pilot. Calvin shares how he leveled up by focusing on fundamentals like camera settings, editing, and color grading in DaVinci Resolve, plus what it takes to match action-camera footage with larger camera systems on real commercial productions. We also relive a high-pressure car shoot and an FPV facility tour, including the kind of “we have to reshoot” lesson you only learn once.  If you’re wondering about gear and budget, we dig into GoPro versus DJI Osmo Action, true log vs flat profiles, stabilization tools, and the hidden costs of FPV like goggles, transmitters, batteries, and Betaflight tuning. We also talk business: how to price an FPV pilot (hourly, half-day, full-day), when insurance matters, and why finding consistent FPV clients in Central Florida can be tough without the right niche.  Subscribe for more raw, practical conversations with working photo and video pros, share this with a filmmaker friend who’s curious about FPV, and leave a review with the one shot you’d want to capture if your camera could fly. Support the show Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (OR wherever you listen to your podcasts!): https://www.studiobsessions.com Learn more about Bindra Productions: https://bindraproductions.com/

    1h 29m
  7. How To Get Hired By ESPN Without Film School

    APR 9

    How To Get Hired By ESPN Without Film School

    A lot of video careers are built on clean résumés and perfect timing. Dalton Smith’s is built on motion: surf culture, early YouTube uploads, a GoPro that changed his trajectory, and a willingness to keep creating even when the plan is messy. We talk candidly about the hardest part of creative work that nobody can outsource, protecting family time while still chasing big goals, and how to stay steady when your business hits a slow month and your brain starts writing worst-case stories. Dalton breaks down why relationships consistently beat raw skill in the video production industry. From Facebook Live “tip of the day” habits to a hurricane livestream that created real community trust, we trace how long-term visibility turns into unexpected doors opening years later. That trust becomes leverage for bigger work: tourism marketing projects, underwater production, high-intensity action shoots, and eventually a unique broadcast camera role with ESPN boxing that blends cinematic shallow depth of field with traditional live TV demands. We also dig into producer mentality: saying yes, then building the path to deliver. Dalton shares what it takes to get scuba certified for a job, invest in the right underwater housing, navigate permits and logistics for complex travel shoots, and prepare for major contract changes without burning relationships or panicking. If you’re trying to grow a video agency, land better clients, and build a content strategy that actually supports your business, you’ll leave with a clearer playbook. Subscribe for more unfiltered conversations with working video pros, share this with a filmmaker friend who needs it, and leave a review. What’s the biggest challenge you’re facing right now: getting clients, pricing, or balancing life with the grind? Support the show Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (OR wherever you listen to your podcasts!): https://www.studiobsessions.com Learn more about Bindra Productions: https://bindraproductions.com/

    1h 34m
  8. You Can Build A Video Career Without Owning Everything

    APR 2

    You Can Build A Video Career Without Owning Everything

    When life hits hard, your business feels it first. I sit down with returning guest Alex Minor to talk about what changed since his last visit and why he’s intentionally shifting away from full-time video production to lean into corporate AV work as a video engineer and projectionist. We get real about overwhelm, parenting, divorce, and the mental load that comes with trying to run a production company while your plans fall apart. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “putting out fires” instead of building something, you’ll recognize this season of recalibration. We also break down a practical path forward for filmmakers and corporate videographers: simplify your lanes, build systems that match your brain, and stop letting gear decisions become your strategy. Alex shares how ADHD affects routines and focus, what helps him edit without burning out, and why AV jobs can be a powerful safety net: show up, do the work, go home, get paid. From Sony FX30 and ZV-E10 Mark II talk to lighting basics and renting vs buying, we keep the gear conversation tied to ROI and client results. One of the most useful segments is Alex’s Chamber of Commerce partnership and the Chamberworks video series. We talk pricing, sponsorship value, contract terms, and how a chamber relationship can drive long-term video marketing leads without spammy networking. We also look ahead at AI in video production, AI ads, and “UGC” style content, plus how creators can still stand out through real stories, taste, and human relationships. If you’re building a video production business, freelancing in corporate video, or exploring AV as a steady income lane, hit play and take notes. Subscribe for more conversations like this, share the episode with a filmmaker friend, and leave a review with the biggest lesson you’re applying next. Support the show Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (OR wherever you listen to your podcasts!): https://www.studiobsessions.com Learn more about Bindra Productions: https://bindraproductions.com/

    1h 58m
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Studio B Sessions is a weekly live-streamed podcast hosted by Vipul Bindra, Founder of Bindra Productions. Recorded at Studio B, this unscripted two-hour show features candid conversations with industry-leading guests from the video production and business world. Dive deep into the art of filmmaking, business strategies, client acquisition, and the latest in camera technology. Perfect for video professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone passionate about the intersection of creativity and business.

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  • Creator
    Vipul Bindra
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Studio B Sessions
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