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Caleb Akers

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I build things. Some work. Some don’t.
Sharing what I learn along the way.
🕴️ Cofounder @filmanatix
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RECAP ☕️ by @itscalebakers
The West Virginia Coffee Festival filled the Convention Center w/ caffeine connoisseurs ✨ Who’s coming out next year?

#charlestonwv by @itscalebakers

I need more of these fries!
📍201 Washington St W, Charleston WV 25302
#restaurant #foodie #wv by @itscalebakers

I go at least once a week. It’s the best.
📍702 Lee Street E, Charleston WV 25311
#restaurant #foodie #charlestonwv by @itscalebakers

I started with a Canon T2i. Use what you got.

#funny #videography #filmmaking by @itscalebakers

He about to learn the hard way.

But seriously, if you’re just starting out please don’t focus on gear. It’s easy to do but it can drain your bank account quick. Or put yourself in debt unnecessarily.

Focus on growing with what you have. The gear will come in time.

#filmmaker #videography #arrialexa by @itscalebakers

It’s all part of the journey. #filmmaking #creative #videography by @itscalebakers

Don’t let your upbringing set your ceiling. Charge like you believe in your work. Keep raising your rates until you hear multiple “no’s.”

That’s where your real value starts.

#contentcreator #camera #videography by @itscalebakers

Upgrading every year will end your career.

Just focus on becoming a better storyteller.

#storytelling #filmmaking #creative by @itscalebakers

Many years have gone into this craft we call filmmaking. It has given us the opportunity to be creative and share stories that have never been told. One thing we’ve learned over the years is that filmmaking is about progress. You can never make the perfect film or the perfect commercial. But that’s okay. Because this craft is an ongoing journey. A journey without an end.

So to all the filmmakers out there… keep on creating.

#filmmaker #filmmaking #videoproduction #contentcreator #director #creative #cinematic #cinematography #artist #visualart #videographer #videography #videoediting #storytelling by @itscalebakers

BTS pic of the Marshall University shoot. Having a wireless monitor helps a ton with bigger projects especially when you have a focus puller on set.

#filmmaker #videoproduction #cinematic #behindthescenes #director #contentcreator #marshall by @itscalebakers

The 5 Best Hook Questions👇

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Creating compelling hook questions is essential for capturing engaging teaser clips from longer interviews.

Hook Question 1:
“Could you share a defining moment that completely changed your perspective on [interview topic]?”
Snippet: “There was this one moment that truly shifted my viewpoint on [interview topic]. I realized...”

Hook Question 2:
“Imagine you could go back in time and give your younger self a single piece of advice about [interview topic]. What would it be?”
Snippet: “If I could offer my younger self a crucial piece of advice about [interview topic], it would definitely be...”

Hook Question 3:
“In just a few sentences, describe the most challenging obstacle you’ve overcome while dealing with [interview topic].”
Snippet: “Overcoming the toughest challenge related to [interview topic] was an incredible journey. I confronted...”

Hook Question 4:
“Share a surprising fact or statistic about [interview topic] that most people might not be aware of.”
Snippet: “Here’s something fascinating that many people don’t know about [interview topic]: the astonishing fact is...”

Hook Question 5:
“Can you summarize your years of experience with [interview topic] into a single golden nugget of advice for our viewers?”
Snippet: “After years of being in [interview topic], the most valuable piece of advice I can offer is...”

By asking these hook questions, you can gather responses and snippets that can serve as teaser clips, drawing viewers in and giving them a taste of the full conversation. 🫶

#filmmaker #videoproduction #interview #director #cinematography #contentcreator #filmmaking #behindthescenes by @itscalebakers

Best 8 Resources for Writers👇

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Having apps and other tools to help us write more efficiently, quickly and on the go can be super helpful. Try these out!

1️⃣ Freeform: Sketch out a project, design a mood board or start a brainstorming session on a flexible canvas that supports almost any kind of file.
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2️⃣ Celtx: Industry-standard screenwriting editors in a production-ready studio. Story Development Tools. Production Management. Pre-Production Software.

3️⃣ Diarly: Distraction free writing with a minimalistic interface to help with more focused writing.

4️⃣ Grammarly: Real-time suggestions to fix grammar, spelling, punctuation with mistake-free Al capabilities.

5️⃣ Evernote: Note-taking and task management application.

6️⃣ Scrivener: Word-processing program and outlined designed for writers.

7️⃣ Notes App: Apple app for writing on the go anywhere anytime.

8️⃣ JotterPad App: Android app for writers with a ton of writing tools.

If this helps be sure to follow for more 🤙

#writer #writing #filmmaker #director #videoproduction by @itscalebakers