Making a Living as an Artist with Tommy Lincoln | Stay Fresh Design

Making a Living as an Artist with Tommy Lincoln | Stay Fresh Design

Tommy Lincoln is the founder and creative director of Stay Fresh, a branding and design agency that has helped shape some of Central New York's most recognizable brands. We discuss what it really takes to build a career as an artist, why so many talented creatives struggle financially, the importance of contracts and business skills, the future of AI in creative work, branding, entrepreneurship and how Tommy has built a successful creative company without leaving Syracuse. This episode is for anyone trying to turn creativity into a sustainable career.

Cinematographer Behind Trump's Most Viral Interview on Building a Documentary Career | Kyle Kelley

Documentary cinematographer Kyle Kelley joins Someday Soon to discuss his career filming Emmy-winning documentaries, shooting the viral HBO Axios interview with President Donald Trump, working with documentary legends, freelancing in the film industry, and his upcoming role at The New York Times. Kyle shares behind-the-scenes stories from filming inside the White House, working on impactful documentaries like Can't Look Away, navigating the realities of film school, building a career through relationships, and balancing filmmaking with family life. Whether you're a filmmaker, cinematographer, documentary fan, film student, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with insights on storytelling, cinematography, networking, freelancing, and building a meaningful creative career. Topics Covered: * Filming President Donald Trump for HBO's Axios * Documentary cinematography techniques * Working on Emmy-winning documentaries * Film school vs real-world experience * Freelance filmmaking and career growth * Networking in the film industry * The future of filmmaking and AI * HBO documentary production * Building a sustainable creative career * Joining The New York Times as a cinematographer

How Podcasting Re-Ignited My Passion for Filmmaking (Solo Episode) | Mark Feocco

In this first-ever solo episode of Someday Soon, host Mark Feocco gets personal about the burnout that crept in after years of corporate video production — and how launching this podcast unexpectedly reignited his drive to build the filmmaking career he's always wanted. Mark reflects on 12 episodes in: the connections made, the viral moments, the late nights editing, and why none of it feels like a chore. He also shares what's coming up next — including a cinematographer who's shot with sitting presidents, a world-class creative director, and a photographer behind one of music's most iconic images. If you've been sitting on a creative leap, this one's for you. 🎙️ WHAT WE COVER → Why Mark is doing a solo episode (and why the last one never saw the light of day) → How a podcast became the unexpected catalyst for going after his dreams → The networking power no one tells you about when you start a show → What's coming up on Someday Soon — and why you don't want to miss it.

Making a Living as a Filmmaker | Solon Quinn

In this episode of Someday Soon, Mark Feocco sits down with filmmaker, storyteller, and creative entrepreneur Solon Quinn of Solon Quinn Studios. From being adopted from South Korea and growing up in Syracuse, New York, to building one of Central New York's most respected production companies, Solon shares the lessons, failures, risks, and mindset shifts that shaped his creative journey. They discuss: • Building a filmmaking career outside of New York City and Hollywood • Film school vs real-world experience • Creative entrepreneurship and running a production company • Storytelling, emotion, and creating meaningful work • Why chasing money can kill creativity • The role of fear and risk in great filmmaking • AI's impact on storytelling and the creative industries • What it really takes to make movies for a living Whether you're a filmmaker, content creator, entrepreneur, artist, or someone pursuing a creative dream, this conversation offers practical insight and inspiration for building a meaningful career. Follow Someday Soon for more conversations with filmmakers, entrepreneurs, musicians, creatives, and people chasing ambitious goals.

How One Layoff Lead to Nike, Google & Meta VFX Clients | Jeremy Walker | Mariola Media

Jeremy Walker is the founder of Mariola Media, a Syracuse-based motion design and visual effects studio that has worked with brands like Nike, Google, Meta, Samsung, Olive Garden and more. In this episode of Someday Soon, Jeremy shares: • How getting laid off changed his life • Building a freelance business from Upstate New York • What it's really like working with major brands • Why networking matters more than most creatives realize • The truth about entrepreneurship and creative careers • How Frame & Flow is building a creative community in Syracuse • Learning to say no to work that doesn't align with your goals • Finding balance between business, creativity and family Whether you're a filmmaker, freelancer, entrepreneur or creative professional, this conversation is packed with practical advice and honest insight.