Welcome back to The Soul Session, where we have real conversations about creativity, business, and the human side of the industry. In today’s episode, I’m joined by my friends Aileen and Christian, both Orlando-based videographers and business owners, each running their own production companies in different niches. Together, we sit down for an honest conversation about what it’s really like working in the industry. We dive into our personal experiences as videographers, talk about the highs and lows of running a creative business, and read real videographer horror stories submitted by other creators. From nightmare clients and miscommunication to burnout, boundaries, and lessons learned the hard way—we break it all down and give our raw advice, commentary, and perspective. If you’re a videographer, filmmaker, photographer, or creative entrepreneur, this episode will make you feel seen—and hopefully help you avoid some painful mistakes. 🎥

In this episode, we cover:

- The reality of being a videographer in today’s industry

- Client horror stories (and how to protect yourself)

- Setting boundaries as a creative professional

- Lessons learned from bad gigs & red flags

- Navigating pricing, and expectations - Advice for aspiring and working videographers

This is a must-watch if you’re building a career in video production, freelancing, or running a creative business.

We're kicking off 2025 with a fresh perspective. In this episode, we reflect on the biggest lessons from 2024, share our vision for the podcast, and set goals for the year ahead. 🛫

We dive into how they met, started critiqeuing movies together differently, dissecting every detail, and how that led to the creation of their award-winning short film "Amphibian." They also share their journey of attending Full Sail University, and how their company, Cinemoth, came to life—right down to the story behind the name and the logo. Listen as Ricardo and Sydney reveal insights into starting a video production business, going viral with over 675k+ views, and the impact of vertical content on the film industry. We also touch on their favorite horror movies and even some spooky personal experiences.