I Directed Movies for Amazon & Paramount. Here’s The Truth.

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I’ve spent the last decade navigating the film industry—from interning at Indy Mogul and Buzzfeed to directing features for Paramount+ and Amazon. But the landscape in 2026 is completely different than it was even five years ago.

In this video, I’m sharing the honest advice I wish someone had told me. We’re talking about why the $200k independent film model might be broken, the financial reality of being a working director (and why you shouldn't quit your day job), and why I’m pivoting back to YouTube to release my latest "filmettes."

If you are a filmmaker, writer, or creator trying to figure out your next move, this video is for you.

CHAPTERS
0:00 - Welcome to the new studio
1:20 - From Buzzfeed to Paramount (My Journey)
2:45 - The #1 Rule: Just Create
4:10 - Why you shouldn't make a $200k movie
6:00 - Defining your own version of success
7:30 - The secret weapon: Film Score & Epidemic Sound
11:15 - The Truth: Don't quit your day job
13:40 - Emotionality vs. Gear (The "Fee" factor)
15:50 - The power of Parasocial Relationships

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