Summer breaks are blooming and we were happy to work on a handful of Care.com spots for the excellent folks at Hubbub MFG. Mixed by the talented Matt Wood.
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I'll be on ITV this evening at 7pm (News – Anglia) appearing on a segment about the #4dayweek. Will only be a brief appearance but hopefully (not sure what will be used!) made a few key points: 1. We switched to a #4dayweek default in 2018 and haven't looked back 2. #4dayweek isn't itself a magic formula – there's other valid ways to reduce hours for same pay and get equal / improved output 3. Having something like a #4dayweek should be tied to broader principles. For Blink SEO it's about treating employees as individuals with lives outside of employment, and that value doesn't have a strict correlation with time spent Will link to segment when broadcast!
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Should you take that TV Job? 🫵📺 In this clip, our founder Chris Bray dives into one of the BIG questions creatives face today: "I was offered a job in TV... should I take it?" Chris’s take? You’ll have to watch the video to find out. 👀 If you're navigating a similar career decision, this one's for you! #TVIndustry #PostProduction #TVjobs #PreProduction #VideoProduction #CreatorEconomy
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About eight years ago, I began distancing myself from television. People thought I was crazy for ‘giving up,’ but I saw the decline of reality TV and mainstream media coming. My priority, as someone who grew up with extremely codependent parents, was to become self-sufficient, both financially and emotionally. As I advanced in the television industry, I felt increasingly insecure. It was common to go months without work, and as an extreme introvert, the constant networking drained me. Some tv gigs even triggered certain health conditions, making it clear that I needed to find a more stable and secure career. Now, many in the television industry are being forced to consider alternative careers. The industry is changing, and while some remain hopeful, saying, “don’t give up, the industry will come back,” I’m a realist. It’s evident that television will never be the same, and clinging to blind optimism is a lost cause. Instead, it’s time to take action. If you love production, there are ways to pivot into areas like the creator economy or marketing. Personally, I’ve never been drawn to sales or starting a business from scratch, so I have no interest in relying solely on that for income. It was always about story telling, human connection, and making a difference for me. I’ve made many pivots, and I’m still adjusting. Leaving something you love is incredibly difficult, and walking away from television has been the hardest breakup of my life. I’ve lost friendships because some people view me as a failure for leaving. But perhaps they were never true friends to begin with. It’s a blow to the ego when people who once respected you no longer understand your choices. Starting over from rock bottom is humbling, especially when you know your worth and have a track record to prove it. I still dabble in production when opportunities come my way, but I no longer chase them. What was once my main source of income is now my side hustle, and that’s OK. I trust that one day, all my different careers, work, and life experiences will come together, and it will make sense to those who don’t get it now. But it’s never been about them; it’s about what I need to feel happy and secure. They don’t have to see my vision right now. With AI reshaping industries, especially tech and production, being willing to pivot multiple times in life may become a necessity for most. Let’s support one another in these transitions. After all, we’re all just trying to survive and find happiness.
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Play-by-Play Broadcaster | Host & Producer of CUNY Uncut | Student at Macaulay Honors College at The City University of New York
I worked on my first sizzle reel today, culminating some of my work over the second half of 2023. I am proud of the work that I have done so far, but I know that this is only the beginning, with lots to improve on, and a long journey ahead! #sportsbroadcasting #studentbroadcasting
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Executive Communication and Leadership Development: I help professionals speak with clarity, connection, and confidence so they can lead effectively—from the big rooms to boardrooms.
The questions I ask every entrepreneur I work with are: what was the spark for your big idea? What problem are you solving? Why is it urgent? How does your solution change the world? Why do you care and why should we care?
So this is a new frontier for me. For most of my 25 year career, I’ve only done audio with the exception of a brief two year stint in television. But after interviewing over 600 founders on How I Built This, I want to share so many of the insights I’ve gleaned over the years and I will start to produce more videos like this in the coming months. Let me know what you think.—GR
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For the last two years, I’ve been living a double life. I’m a working artist and a working creative. And it’s awesome. Let me explain: For the artists who are worried that getting a job in another field means they’re selling out or giving up on their dream… Freelancing as an ACD and copywriter has made me a better actor. Point blank. Period. In fact, I’ve booked way more commercials in the two years since I started working in advertising than I have in the previous ten. And for those agencies that worry about hiring artists because they’re not committing 100% of their life to advertising… Being a working actor makes me a better creative, a better communicator, and a better collaborator. Working artists can be some of the most: - flexible (we’re used to juggling, sometimes literally) - organized (time management is my love language) - grateful (Money?? Snacks?? For me??) - creative (you say “out-of-the-box”, we say “What box?”) freelancers you’ll have. Actor Me challenges Creative Me to create fun, engaging copy that actors and VO artists will want to say. Plus, auditioning for commercials means I get to see a wide variety of work from other agencies. Having that exposure breaks me out of my agency bubble, inspires me, and pushes me in my own work. Creative Me knows how much time and thought has gone into every aspect of the ad we’re shooting, and helps Actor Me to be a patient, flexible and savvy collaborator on the day. Improvising on set is fun, but if it’s not in the client’s brand voice, it’s never making it to the final edit. Plus, making a living wage in a day job I like keeps me from getting resentful when an acting gig doesn’t pay a lot. It also takes the pressure off my auditions - when you don’t need to book to survive, it’s a lot more fun to audition. TLDR: I love this double life I lead. Everyone at SPACEJUNK is an absolute dream to work with, the client was so collaborative and fun, and I had such a great time shooting these ads with them.
At Spacejunk, we treasure the enduring relationship with our friends at CoverMyMeds. Over the years, we’ve joined forces for a myriad of projects from internal communications to pre-roll recruiting campaigns for Hulu and B2B initiatives. But there’s one recent project that truly stood out —developing and directing a series of live-action TV spots targeting healthcare professionals. CoverMyMeds sought a humorous approach, and we dove headfirst into this creative journey. Hand in hand with their creative team, we brainstormed concepts and crafted scripts, leading to a tremendously successful campaign. Crafting light comedy like this is a passion of ours, and we couldn’t be happier with the final result.
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I walked thru hell as human, with my heart filled with gold. Ive come to bring wealth back to my ppl!
Thanks for telling me it's my 2nd year as a person who sells Knives. I'm really a terrible knives salesman. Every time I try to sell knives I get ppl interested in my own business instead. Darkstar Multi-Media is going to be the Underground Music equivalent to Disney one day. Just need to find a like minded CFO with a socialist mind set. CEO will not make millions of dollars while the lowest employee struggles to live. There will be yearly incentives given at end of year with extra income. First year it may be a blender or toaster. Maybe in 5-10 years it could be an electric car. It's why I stopped trying to sell them. Sometimes I get ppl buying a knives from me without any input from me. So I keep it up.
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I gave my first TV ad audition. At the age of 10 Let me share a little story from my childhood. How early experiences shape our journey? It was a moment filled with excitement and nerves, but I was determined to give it my best shot. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗱: 👉 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: I vividly remember the rush of emotions as I stepped into the audition room for the first time. It was an exhilarating experience! 👉 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: We were handed scripts and tasked with memorizing our lines. It taught me the importance of preparation and attention to detail. 👉 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝘆 𝗔𝗹𝗹: When the moment came for my mock audition, I poured my heart into it. Despite the outcome, I walked away knowing I had given it my all. 👉 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: While I didn't land the role, the experience itself was incredibly memorable and taught me valuable lessons that I carry with me to this day. Life is a journey filled with ups and downs, but it's these early experiences that shape us into who we are. 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂! ✨ __________________ 🔔 Don't miss out on more insightful content – follow and turn on notifications for Kashish Gaur! 🔁 If you found this post inspiring, feel free to share it with your network. Let's spread some positivity together! #LifeLessons #PersonalGrowth #AuditionExperience #MemorableMoments #JourneyToSuccess
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