Ikigai Plus and Your Filmmaker Voice = Reel plus Reputation.
After the last episode's babble, I dig into what it really means to "find your voice" as a filmmaker—especially in the commercial world. It isn't just a visual style, but the combination of your reel and your reputation: the work you put out plus what it's like to work with you. I talk about the balance of ego and humility on set, and explain why repeat business is the magic fourth "R" that grows out of relationships and a strong, consistent voice.
Let me intro you to concepts like ikigai and dharma, reframing success as the intersection of what you love, what the world needs, what you can be paid for, and what you're truly meant to do. I share how original content and dream projects—like my Moink documentary—help reveal and refine your voice across different "boxes" (comedy, kids spots, docs) while staying true to who you are. And I give details on my intimate Joshua Tree Filmmaker Retreat, where a small group of working directors and I dive deeper into these ideas together.
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Thanks,
Jordan
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