6.7 Pursuing Passion: Building Reputable Career & Expressing Through Film - Raymond Gerard Braza

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Join us on this captivating journey as we delve into the life and career of Gerard, a talented filmmaker and editor who dared to step outside of the box. Raised in a family where filmmaking was an unusual career path, Gerard has always been drawn to the magic of the big screen. From recording homemade videos with his family to graduating from California State University of Northridge with a Bachelor's in Film and Television Arts, Gerard's path has been anything but ordinary. He kickstarted his career working with NKA Vids LLC, a renowned skateboard production company, collaborating with industry giants like GoPro, Mountain Dew, NikeSB, and Primitive Skateboarding. He later transitioned to a unique role as a Videographer and Editor for SMARTfit Inc., a brain and sports rehab center, further diversifying his skillset. However, his true passion couldn't be contained. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Gerard took the leap to become a full-time freelance artist, focusing primarily on editing and producing. His work has since been recognized by prestigious clients ranging from TasteMade, IMDb, Amazon Prime Video, to the Food Network. Yet, at the heart of it all, Gerard's ultimate ambition lies in writing and directing, particularly in film. Throughout his journey, he has been working on an 8-year passion project, a film titled 'Novelty.' Join us as he shares his experiences, challenges, and the fascinating journey of bringing 'Novelty' to life. Tune in for an inspiring story of dedication, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of passion. Learn more about Gerard: https://www.raymondgerardbraza.com/ RGB, a creative production agency https://www.instagram.com/rgbandcompany/ Learn more about his upcoming film: Novelty https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMRQFcxZ8BE Links to Voiced Now Platform https://linktr.ee/Voicednow Our Sponsor! A+ Branding https://aplusbranding.com/ Connect with Charles https://linktr.ee/charlescreates Work with our Agency Want to be a guest or know someone in mind? Recommend them or yourself here! Guest Sign Up Link: https://forms.monday.com/forms/42caea6b8c5091e60f9274ae1f4f51e9?r=use1