I Googled “Dream Job”... and It Changed My Life | Juliana Broste
What happens when you stop waiting for the perfect opportunity and start creating your own?In this episode, I sit down with travel creator, Emmy Award-winning storyteller, and content creator Juliana Broste to talk about building a career around travel, storytelling, and saying yes to opportunities that don't always make sense on paper.We get into:-How a simple Google search for a "dream job" led to a life-changing opportunity-The challenge of balancing content creation with actually living in the moment-Building a personal brand while staying authentic to your voice-This conversation is about more than travel. It's about trusting the journey, putting yourself out there, and recognizing that every experience can become part of the story you're building.
28 May 2026
You’re Not Just an Artist Anymore | Josh Olufemi on AI, Creativity & YouTube
In this episode, I sit down with editor, filmmaker, and YouTube creator Josh Olufemii to talk about building a career in post-production, surviving bad projects, navigating the business side of creativity, and why AI is completely reshaping the future of content creation.
We get into:
The music video shoot that almost got shut down by police
Getting humbled working inside a professional agency environment
Why creators risk becoming “commentators instead of artists”
The future of AI filmmaking and creative workflows
And how Josh balances being both an educator and an active creative
This conversation is about more than editing — it’s about adapting, evolving, and figuring out how to stay creative in an industry that’s changing faster than ever.
18 May 2026
Nobody Cares… And That’s the Most Freeing Part | Mari Takahash
What happens when you stop creating for perfection… and start creating for yourself?In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker, producer, and creative storyteller Mari Takahashi to talk about overthinking, unfinished projects, creative pressure, and the freedom that comes from realizing you’re often your own harshest critic.
5 May 2026
Filmmaker or Business Owner? The Creative Identity Struggle
Cinematographer and studio owner Dru Williams shares the reality of building a production company, the expectations around shooting a feature film, and the ongoing balance between creativity and business. From chaotic shoots to unexpected career lessons, this conversation explores what it really takes to grow as a filmmaker while navigating both sides of the craft.
29 Apr 2026
Let’s Get Intimate with Color | From NFL Films to Adobe Premiere’s New Color Mode
What does it take to truly understand color?In this episode, I sit down with Jason Druss — a former NFL Films colorist turned Adobe product marketing leader — to break down his journey from shooting mini DV movies as a kid… to helping shape the future of color in Premiere on Desktop.We get into:- The moment he realized directing wasn’t his path- The worst project that forced him to rethink everything- What it’s really like color grading at NFL Films- The emotional decision to leave his dream job And how everything he’s learned led to Adobe’s new Color Mode- This isn’t just a conversation about tools — it’s about identity, creativity, and finding your place in the process.If you’re an editor, filmmaker, or creative trying to figure out your next step… this one’s for you.
14 Apr 2026
I Didn’t Plan This Career… It Just Happened
We are joined by filmmaker and producer Kelly Wilcox shares how she built a career without following a traditional path, along with lessons on advocating for yourself, finding your place in the industry, and growing as a creative. A candid conversation about filmmaking, community, and making your own opportunities.
7 Apr 2026
I Lost $100,000 on My First Big Client
In this episode, filmmaker Scott herder shares how his first major client taught him hard lessons about pricing, confidence, and navigating client expectations—after realizing he undercharged by nearly $100,000. A candid conversation about filmmaking, business, and learning the hard way.
31 Mar 2026
“I Was Doing It Wrong for Years… (Cinematographer Sarah Whelden Shares What Changed)”
In this episode, cinematographer Sarah Whelden shares lessons from her first feature film, creative challenges on set, and the mistakes that made her better behind the camera. A candid conversation about filmmaking, growth, and what it really takes to succeed as a cinematographer.
23 Mar 2026
Every Filmmaker Feels Like a Fraud (Even After 30 Years)
In this episode, video creator Ben Lane shares hard-earned lessons from 30 years in the industry, from stressful edits and missed moments to battling imposter syndrome. A candid conversation about storytelling, growth, and what it really takes to improve as a creator.
16 Mar 2026
Redundancy, Imposter Syndrome, and Creative Survival with Roger Seng
Render Time is a show where host Shawn McDaniel talks with video creators about their best and worst projects and the lessons behind them. In this episode, filmmaker and creator Roger Seng shares stories from his career, including failures behind the camera, dealing with imposter syndrome, and why redundancy is essential in filmmaking. The conversation also explores storytelling, creative resilience, and the personal documentary that helped him reconnect with his identity and family history.Follow Roger on Instagram: / rogerseng (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXJRekxMX3NsM3YwVUNvdFdwQUdIaGlHeDBjZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuTnAyT0FQbGJ5VHEzU0p1X3VBR1ppcFV5UlN0aTVscTd2V3VXM2tkenhtVHl4XzJUTnQ5Y3RQeG1jRDlXTnZ1R1Q4LTNHQVNYOENPYlk2bURqR0QyMmlyTTFmMk92YVp2R1hXTzNmLVdDTGZtd2xkbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Frogerseng%2F&v=uiR3lJEn8QA)Follow Shawn and Render Time on Instagram: / shawntcb (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkNXOEVydWFxY3hwdkN0bnM1d1ZPeFF1cFBVd3xBQ3Jtc0ttdEdrSDVIbnJxd193TkRjSTA0aVRSS1VFQ1FmeDlVdlhSblJOSElFaWRPb3FKVnY4bWVyNnhTb1IyY29OSU92b2t6YjdDOGhWU0lmZGlMb1NHd3dxeExSOW1OZVczYmZzMmhuWFN1SnFEdUZaQkxWcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fshawntcb%2F&v=uiR3lJEn8QA) / rendertimepodcast (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTlPRmJVTkdTM0lob0FjT0daaFl6ZUJzakpqd3xBQ3Jtc0trQmpYbGhEc2Y2ZEp0SzNJTldGVTFMZjh0WHQtNGNkemJmd29uQ211LTFXai1aSlhYcXZTcThaS2hRVzFZYWxTeDRITHFYcnNOcjY4VUZSNjdPVnNaQlp5a3c4WnJiZ3JjZFJ5aTlyRHNEQWZJalVDTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Frendertimepodcast%2F&v=uiR3lJEn8QA)
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