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A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative Coach
With 20+ years in the entertainment industry at the top level, I’m Phil Svitek. Join me as I pay it forward, sharing insights from my journey as a filmmaker, author, podcaster, and even high-level executive. Get a 360-degree view of the digital artist’s path to success, blending technical theory, practical wisdom, and personal development. Your smoother journey awaits.
Episodes
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachErika Robuck (Historical Fiction Author: The Invisible Woman & Sisters of Night and Fog) Interview
Each month, Marisa Serafini (@serafinitv) and I read a book and discuss it online. In April, we had an in-depth conversation on Erika Robuck's (@erobuckauthor)…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachDealing With Problems Helps Prepare You & Builds Your "Toolbox"
We'd like to avoid pain and hassles. However, in life, it's dealing with problems that allows us to grow, get better, learn and ultimately build our "toolbox"…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow Small Changes Lead To Greater Results
When people think about "success" they often force wholesale changes. Why? You don't need to. Think about the 100 meter race. What's the margin of victory?…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe "But, Therefore" Style of Writing (from the Creators of South Park)
As people, we're naturally inclined to tell stories to people around us using the "and then" method. Something happens, and then something else happens. But…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachEntering The Final Stages Of My Film - 4/18/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Almost a month since my last vlog! Lots to catch up on, most of it in terms of my second feature film (A Bogota Trip). I discuss getting to picture lock, ADR…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachIf You're Not Free To Leave, You're Not Free To Stay
When discussing relationships with friends, I'll often use the quote that "if you're not free to leave, you're not free to stay." It takes them a moment to…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachNeed To Repair Corrupted Audio Or Video? Here's How!
Sadly, there's been instances in my career where I've had to deal with corrupted audio. I've tried many solutions but one that always manages to work for me is…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachIf You Expand Your Identity, You Expand Yourself And Grow
Tony Robbins often says that if you change your identity, you change your behavior. Seth Godin talks about identity in a similar way when he coaches creatives…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWays To Overcome Writer's Block
Successful writers always say writer's block is a myth. Why? Is it because they have so much talent that they never have to deal with it and therefore don't…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Invisible Woman (Erika Robuck) In-Depth Book Discussion
Marisa Serafini (@serafinitv) and I are book lovers and we've decided to do a monthly in-depth book discussion. Our second book is The Invisible Woman by Erica…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachAvoid Having To License Songs For Your Film, Instead Create Only Score
When it comes to filmmaking, one of the more costly aspects, especially in the indie world, is song licensing. Not only is it costly, but if you don't get the…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Various Types of Rest You Need
Sleep has become synonymous with rest, but according to Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, sleep is one of the few types of rest you need. This episode aims to…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhy Indie Filmmakers Should Aim To Make 90 Minute Or Less Films
I believe 90 minutes is the ideal cutoff length for indie filmmakers. Why? That's what I go over in this episode. Thanks for tuning in. Also, feel free to ask…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWays To Refocus And Turn Negatives Into Positives
Whenever something happens that I don't like, I make it my mission to focus and fix it. In this episode, I give a few examples so that way you can apply this…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachReframe Your Mistakes As Moments Of Opportunity
In any avenue of life, we're bound to mess up. When this happens, we all have choices—to lament over it and let it define us OR use it as a moment of new…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachCultural Learnings & Film Updates - 3/22/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
It's been a while since my last vlog, so in this one I give you an update on the past two weeks. I talk about the various projects I've been working on which…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachShould All Film Festivals Accept Video Links Instead Of Physical Media?
Filmmakers, I wanted to get your input after sharing my thoughts. Recently, I had to submit a DVD to a film festival as part of their application process. This…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachFeedback & Submissions - 3/9/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
In my latest vlog, I provide some quick thoughts on the state of things before jumping into the creative aspects of the past week. Mainly, that involved a test…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Poppy War (Rebecca F. Kaung) In-Depth Book Discussion
Marisa Serafini (@serafinitv) and I are book lovers and we've decided to do a monthly in-depth book discussion. Our first book is The Poppy War and next month…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhy Does It Always Feel Like You Have To Work Twice As Hard To Get Ahead?
For a countless number of us, when we pursue our passions (creatively, through activism, love, etc), it feels like we have to work twice as hard just to make…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Tinder Swindler & The State of Online Dating In General
Recently, I saw The Tinder Swindler on Netflix and it got me thinking about the state of dating and online dating in general. That's what this episode is…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMaking Sense of War, Funerals & Art - 3/1/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Lenin said, "There are decades where nothing happens. And there are weeks where decades happen." That's one way to sum up this past week. And because of that…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Achieve Better Results Using Advice From Smart Guy
One of my favorite shows is Smart Guy. And because of that, I've taken lessons learned from the show and applied them to my life. In this episode, I share some…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Succeed Even When You Seemingly Fail At Something
There's a quote that goes, "Don’t be afraid to start over. This time you’re not starting from scratch, you’re starting from experience." (I'm not sure who it's…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Assembly Edit Is Complete - 2/15/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
With this episode, I announce the milestone of having completed the assembly edit. If you're unfamiliar I explain what that is and the next steps from here. I…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachDefining What Being Advanced Truly Means
My friend AJ Jolivette (@AJJolivette) recently posted his take on being an advanced level and I really liked the definition. Thus, I'm sharing it here as it…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Genius of Director M. Night Shyamalan and How You Can Apply It to Your Art
In an interview with Collider (https://collider.com/m-night-shyamalan-old-interview/), M. Night Shyamalan discussed how his most recent projects were financed…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThat's A Wrap! - 2/15/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
It's been a while, I know. So in this episode of my vlog I catch you up on what's been going. Most of it involves wrapping up production on my second film and…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Convert Any Footage So You Can Edit With It
There's such a variety of footage that exists out there, from professional to low quality. And if you're editing video, most likely you'll have to combine…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachBuild Your Toolbox Of Tricks To Gain Confidence In Your Craft
Every artist should study their craft—the technique as well as the technical. This is because it helps build your "toolbox" of tricks. These are ways of doing…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachA Cheap Way to Rent Film Gear
Are you a filmmaker trying to make the most use out of your budget? Then I recommend http://kitsplit.com to you. No, this is not an ad. It's a platform that I…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachEngage With Differing Opinions...
When you only seek or engage with people who share your beliefs, it can create many blindspot in your thinking. It's why diversity within companies matters—it…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWant to Break Patterns in Your Life? Change Your Should to a Must!
This past week, something clicked for me. In the past, I joked about how people have "should" meetings. They're meetings that end up being useless because all…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachFocus On The Marco - 2/2/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
In this edition of my vlog I discuss the importance of focusing on the macro. I use anecdotes from my film editing and novel writing to illustrate why it's…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachTiny Business, Big Money: Elaine Pofeldt Interview
Elaine Pofeldt (@ElainePofeldt) is an independent journalist and speaker who specializes in entrepreneurship and careers. She is author of the upcoming book…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Outline Your Novel Or Script
With the new novel I'm working on, I have switched up the way I outline thanks to the editor (@writersofrohan) I work with. She passed along some templates and…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow to Add a Handheld Camera Look to Stable Footage in Premiere Pro
Want to add a handheld camera feel to a shot? Here's one way to do it within Premiere Pro. Thanks for tuning in. Also, feel free to ask questions or offer…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhat You're Exposed To & Consume Affects & Creates Your Reality
Jay Shetty often talks about the notion that if he didn't meet a monk and wasn't exposed to a different lifestyle, his trajectory would be totally different…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhy I Edit My Own Films (And How The Principles Can Apply To Your Creative Projects)
If you've been following my journey, you'll know I edit my own films. Why? That's what I explore in this episode. But don't worry, what I discuss can be…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Assembly of the Film Continues & Novel Outlining - 1/25/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Welcome to my vlog! This past week I managed to get halfway done with an assembly edit of my feature film. I talk about some ins and outs of that. The process…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachTaking Advantage of Opportunities Presented, Comedy Writing & Beyond: Eric Owusu Interview
Eric Owusu (@Eric.Kay.Owusu) is a comedian and comedy writer. But to identify him as only that is a huge disservice. He's an incredibly talented performer that…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachNavigating Social Media, Dating & Self Care: Jenifer Golden Interview
Jenifer Golden is a force both on-camera and off. Currently, Jenifer is one of the hosts of the It's Complicated podcast and some of her activism includes the…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhy Being Truly Self Made is a Myth
As a society, we over index rugged individualism. We even showcase successful people worth lots of money as evidence that all we need is ourselves. But the…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachShift Your Perspective on How You Approach the Film Festival Circuit as an Indie Filmmaker
For indie filmmakers, the film festival circuit is a great way to get your film out there and seen. And it's good to have ambitions of getting into the biggest…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachCultivate Real Relationships & Friendships, Not Parasocial Ones
With social media, we've started having numerous parasocial relationships. And not just with celebrities, but also our actual friends. In this episode, I…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMeeting Grant Criteria And Deadlines - 1/17/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
The driving force creatively this past week was meeting an important grant deadline. I discuss what a major component of that was and how the team and I rose…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachBelle (Mamoru Hosoda) - Movie Review
This is my non-spoiler review of Belle is a 2021 Japanese animated science fantasy film written and directed by Mamoru Hosoda and produced by Studio Chizu. It…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMy State of the Union - 1/13/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Since it's still the beginning of the year, I wanted to take a moment and reflect upon ways to make this year a good one. This means beyond our creative output…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachSplit Your Film Into Multiple Reels
If you're in post production on a film, I highly recommend you split your film into multiple "reels." If you're unfamiliar with the term, I define it for you…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow Well Do You Actually Listen? Here's An Exercise To Find Out
How well do you listen to people? You might be surprised to learn that it's most likely not well. In this episode, I highlight the importance of good listening…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow The Law of Diffusion of Innovation is a Perfect Framework to Find Your Audience
In the past, I've talked about the need to focus on the finding the right audience for yourself rather than waste time trying to convince people who won't…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMy Adobe Premiere Pro Editing Setup For My Feature Film
I've started editing my second feature film and to help facilitate the process, I've changed up my Adobe Premiere Pro editing workspace…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Actually Accomplish All Those New Year's Resolutions You Made For Yourself
It's the new year and you have a laundry list of stuff you want to achieve. That's great! But now you need an action plan to actually accomplish those things…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachEditing Begins With The New Year - 1/5/2022: A Phil Svitek Vlog
It's a new year and this is my first vlog of 2022! Here, I discuss how to tackle the new year and have more intention with the things you'd like to achieve…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Matrix Resurrections: Spoiler Talk
Join Martin Zaharinov & me for a SPOILER discussion of the latest Matrix movie (The Matrix Resurrections). We go down the rabbit hole of all the things the…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachLooking Ahead To 2022 - 12/31/2021: A Phil Svitek Vlog
Tomorrow is a new year and like many of you, I have set my intentions for what I want to accomplish. In this vlog, I share the things I want to accomplish…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMy Top 10 Movies of 2021 + Honorable Mentions
As both a lover of movies AND a filmmaker, I figured it'd be fun to share my top 10 movies of 2021. Mind you, not included on this list are movies that are…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachTop 10 Lessons Learned in 2021
Each year manages to teach us something. Here's the top 10 lessons that have impacted me this year (and included are links to the full episodes so you can go…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow to Start Your New Year Strong
A new year is a perfect time to set new goals. Equally as important, is to start the new year strong, and that's why in this episode I offer up a simple way to…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMethods of Syncing Audio & Video in Adobe Premiere Pro
There's a few ways you can sync audio and video in Adobe Premiere Pro. Some are free, but can take more time. Others are faster but cost a bit. In this…