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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.
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A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachEditing Podcasts and Videos: The Pros and Cons of Staying Ahead
In the world of content creation, staying ahead of schedule can be both a blessing and a curse. Join me in this episode as I delve into the intricacies of…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhy Artists & Content Creators Need Their Own Website: 10 Key Benefits
As an artist, having your own website is a game-changer for your career. In this video, we'll explore the top 10 reasons why having a website is crucial for…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWebsite Progress, Patreon Updates, Suzume, AI in Art, Tiesto & More Adventures - 10/3/2023: Vlog
Welcome to another exciting edition of my weekly vlog! In this episode, I'm thrilled to share with you the latest updates on my website revamp and the progress…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWeb Design Step 2: Bringing Your Ideas to Life | Website Development Tutorial
Welcome back to the next step of my website design process! In the previous episode (if you missed it, catch up here…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachOvercoming Analysis Paralysis: Make the Decision Right for You
Are you often trapped in a cycle of overthinking and analysis paralysis? We all know the feeling—the fear of making the wrong decision can be paralyzing. In…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachIMAX Dreams, Website Revamp, and Enlightenment - 9/27/2023: Vlog
In this vlog, I'm excited to catch you up on the latest developments in my creative journey, including the progress on my upcoming animated feature film. It's…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachFirst Step To Building a Website - Website Outline Tutorial
Are you embarking on the exciting journey of building or updating your website? Join me in this episode as I guide you through the crucial first step…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHocus Pocus & The All-New Sequel (AW Jantha) 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 19th book is Hocus Pocus & The All-New…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhy Buying YouTube Views Is a Terrible Idea: 10 Compelling Reasons to Avoid It!
I wanted to shed light on an issue that plagues many aspiring YouTubers: the temptation to buy YouTube views. It might seem like a quick fix to boost your…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachCovering vs Shooting a Scene: Insights from Team Deakins’ Bill Hader Episode & My Filmmaking Journey
Hey there, fellow film enthusiasts! 🎬 In this episode, I delve into a captivating discussion sparked by a recent episode of the Team Deakins podcast…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachRe-Outlining My Film Project and Rediscovering Art - 9/18/2023: Vlog
In this vlog, I'm excited to provide you with an in-depth update on my latest film project. It's been quite a journey re-outlining the story, and I'll share…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachYou Can Either Learn It And Do It Yourself Or You Can Pay Someone To Do It For You
Whether you're an indie artists or an entrepreneur who just launched a start up, you have essentially two options: you can either learn something and do it…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachDon't Fear Change, Find Your Place Within Change (Ken Napzok Quote)
Ken Napzok (@KenNapzok) has a wonderful notion that we shouldn't fear change, but rather we should find our place within change. Ever since I first heart this…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhy Indie Artists Should Default To Self Publishing Their Book Or Self Distributing Their Movie, Etc
Based on my experiences of publishing my books and distributing my movies, along with those of other's, I strongly recommend indie artists default to self…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Fix Your TV If It's Crackling (Picture Flashes & Makes Spark Noises)
After upgrading my home entertainment system, I had a major issue: the TV was crackling. I'd watch a show or movie and the screen would flash and there'd be a…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachDefining Benchmarks & Making Steady Progress - 9/11/2023: Vlog
It's been a while since a proper update! Since I was driving a while, I figured why not use the opportunity to share what's been going on. Firstly, I talk…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachKeeping Up With An Ever Evolving Industry
The world around us is constantly changing, as our the demands of our industry. The question to ask yourself is how can you become a lifelong learn and stay up…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachSometimes You Have To Move On From A Job Or Client And Leave Yourself Open To New Opportunities
It's possible to become comfortably numb within a job or with a certain client. It's the type of situation that's not horrific enough for us to leave but…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachAva DuVernay Makes A Solid Argument That Every Filmmaker Should Watch Dailies With Their Cast & Crew
On a recent episode of Team Deakins (https://teamdeakins.libsyn.com/ava-duvernay-writer-director), director Ava DuVernay shared how she hadn't watch dailies…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWithout Learning The Craft, AI Tools Won't Help You
AI's garnered a lot of discussion. Rightfully so. One aspect that I don't hear talked about much is the idea that AI isn't a shortcut to fame and glory for an…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachDon't Wait To Renew Your Passport
There's a massive backlog in processing passports (https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/16/us/politics/passport-processing-delays.html). I know too many people…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachStop Focusing On Monetizing Your Audience!
So many content creators, whether they're just starting off or are well into it, focus too much on monetizing their audience. Stop! And this isn't just advice…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Collaborate With Others On Descript For Podcast Production
Descript is a wonderful tool that helps editors (whether audio or video). I use it for podcasting all the time. Now, I've supercharged my use of it by creating…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachProdigal Summer (Barbara Kingsolver) 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 18th book is Prodigal Summer, written by…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative Coach5 Tips For Every Writer - Keynote Speech from The 2023 Los Angeles Screenwriting Competition
I was honored to be invited as a keynote speaker for The Los Angeles Screenwriting Competition Awards Ceremony 2023 (https://lascreenwriting.com/). It's a…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow Climate Change Affects Our Technology
We've become very reliant on technology and think as it advances, it can't fail. Certainly, we look at "the cloud" as this mystical term that means our data is…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Nuances & Differences Between Audio And Video "Podcasts"
Podcasts are evolving, or at least what we perceive as podcasts even though many "podcasts" don't fall into the technical definition. Either way, as consumers…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMy Foster Journey - 8/14/2023: Vlog
Diamond, my foster dog, is going to be adopted. It's been quite the journey with her and so I wanted to reflect back on the month and a half we got to spend…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachCreating "Ma" Moments To Connect With Your Audience (Hayao Miyazaki Advice)
Screen Craft published a blog about a technique that filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki uses called "Ma" (https://bit.ly/47pD8kC). So what is it and how can it benefit…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachCharacter-Centric Revision Technique For Storytellers
Revision and editing are processes meant to enhance a writer's story. It clarifies, trims, and eliminates any plot holes or contradictions. One specific…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Build Community Around A Shared Love Of Books (Advice From Casper Ter Kuile)
In a recent episode of The Goop Podcast, guest Casper ter Kuile gave some advice on how to build a community…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachNo Is A Full Sentence (Advice From The Olsen Sisters)
No. It's a word that can also be used as a full sentence but too many of us are afraid to use it as such. But by utilizing it, we gain so much. The Olsen…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhat To Consider When Starting A Podcast
Starting a podcast from scratch can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. I share the mentality and approach you can take to allow you to ease into the…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachBenefits Of A Consistent Sleep Schedule
Many people have a sleep schedule during week days and then change it up for weekends. This leaves their body always trying to catch up. That's why I recommend…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachImagining Argentina (Lawrence Thornton's Dirty War Novel) 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 17th book is Imagining Argentina, written…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachProject Greenlight: A New Generation w/ Issa Rae & Meko Winbush's Gray Matter (Spoiler Discussion)
Max rebooted Project Greenlight and this relaunch focuses, under the guidance of Issa Rae as Executive Producer, on the next generation of diverse…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMy Recent Reiki Experience (with Grace Hancock)
I've been meaning to do reiki for a while, but recently I finally went ahead and did it. As such, I wanted to share my experience of it. So check out this…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachWhat's The Alternative? — A Question To Combat Inaction
What's the alternative? That's a question I often ask myself in life and with my art. The reason I ask this is because even though the way in which I move…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachExploring Season 2 Of Hulu's The Bear (Spoilers)
I really enjoyed season 2 of The Bear. Shocker, I know. It's so good and everyone loves it! And since there's been lots of good discussions online about it, I…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Acronym of L.O.V.E.
I recently heard a wonderful acronym of L.O.V.E., which means to Let Others Voluntarily Evolve. This is a wonderful reminded to me, and I'm sure to a lot of…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachSolvang Vacation, Dog Training My Foster, & Primary Jobs To Fund Your Creativity - 7/11/2023: Vlog
Because it was the week of July 4th, I had decided a bit ago to take a mini get-away to Solvang with a friend of mine. Though it wasn't a true vacation, I was…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachFilmmakers Promoting Other Filmmakers' Films?
Recently, Tom Cruise promoted Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Oppenheimer and Barbie. Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie responded in kind, with tickets to…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachHow To Better Retain Info You Read In Books
I read quite a bit and only recently implemented a better system for retaining the information I read. That's what I wanted to share with you! It's a way to…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachTesting Ideas Cheaply, Fostering A Dog, Screen X, Matt Reeves On Team Deakins - 7/5/2023: Vlog
I begin by talking about writing the second draft of my fantasy script and the first draft of my 2nd non fiction book (a filmmaking how to book). There's…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachAlways Redo The Start Of Any Voice Over/ADR Recording At The End Of The Session
When recording voice over or ADR, I suggest always redoing the beginning of the session at the end. Why? Because the person is in a rhythm by that time. It'll…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachNisa Ahmad Interview: Recession Tactics, The State of Hollywood, Artificial Intelligence & More
Nisa Ahmad is a Hollywood producer and a dear friend. Recently, she went viral with a TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@prettyrabid/video/7222066189420334379)…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Power Of Friendship - 6/27/2023: Vlog
This vlog dives into the power of friendship. Sure, I begin with catching you up on a creative meeting I had. But even that showcases that in order to elevate…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachYou, Me, U.S. (Brigitte Bautista) 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 16th book is You, Me, U.S., written by…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachDon't Let Things Linger... Take Care Of Things Right Away!
Don't let things linger. Take care of them right away. This principle has served me well in my life to avoid unnecessary headaches and so I share it with you…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachScript Rewrites Continue, GRAMMYs Event, Radical Responsibility, AI Tools & More - 6/19/2023: Vlog
In this vlog, I catch you up on everything's that's been happening creatively and what I've been thinking about lately. But firstly, I inform you of two…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachStory/Character Beat Sheet To Track Plot Threads & Motivations
I've been writing the most complex story I've ever attempted. Because of that, I need to constantly take a macro view of everything as I try to write the…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachFlim.ai - The Screenshot Search Engine For Creatives (Not An Ad)
Are you creating a pitch deck and need screenshots from other projects to convey your message? Try http://flim.ai. It's the screenshot search engine for…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachRethinking Film Distribution For Indie Filmmakers
Filmmaker Noam Kroll ( @Noamkroll ) posted a wonderful Tweet on Twitter (https://twitter.com/noamkroll/status/1658889734050177024) about indie film…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachRepost Old Work!
On Instagram, @inspitedtowrite shared a powerful post about reposting old work (https://www.instagram.com/p/CshKUPgKjHt/). I share why this resonated so much…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachVisiting Chicago, Ava Max & More - 6/7/2023: Vlog
Not much creative progress this week. But that's okay. We need times like that to observe the world and process it. That's what this episode is dedicated…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachLet Go Of Any Entitlement And Enjoy The Creative Journey
Many artists lament that they're not further than they are in their careers. That's entitlement and it won't help them create of achieve the success they're…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMust Dos If You Want To Write Good Scripts
If you want to write good scripts, there's a few MUSTs you must do. Not SHOULDs. MUSTs. So check out this episode and please share your thoughts down in the…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachThe Quality Of Notes And Feedback You Receive Reflects The Quality Of Your Work
Getting a ton of notes from friends and peers can be scary. But don't sweat the amount of notes. Instead consider the quality of notes you're receiving. If the…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachReceiving Notes Lead To Revisions On Animated Feature Script And New Routine - 5/30/2023: Vlog
This past week I received extensive notes on my first draft of an animated feature script. Thanks to those, I'm able to finally be at the place I wanted to be…
A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative CoachMaking History (Carolyn See) 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 15th book is Making History, written by…