Filmmaking “Success” isn’t what I thought it’d be

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  • Опубликовано: 24 ноя 2024

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  • @PatrickLipp
    @PatrickLipp 11 месяцев назад +65

    There’s a sort of imposter syndrome that I think RUclips and social media has caused. Because we’re able to learn so much from this platform, followed by practicing on iur own along with publishing to RUclips, the practical knowledge we’ve learned creates a sort of self doubt based on what the industry leads us believe. It’s my belief that if/when we enter the industry, we have a deep knowledge and understanding of specific aspects such as camera knowledge, lighting, sound, and focal range.. all of the things we can practice on our own, however once we enter the professional production, we get overwhelmed when we realize how much we don’t know. I think this is why you are so comfortable behind the camera, because this is what you’ve practiced time and time again, and I think given time, you’ll probably shift into a director role as that’s what you’ve done with your self, essentially directing yourself and maybe one or two others. Absorb as much as you can, and don’t hold yourself back by believing you aren’t worthy.

    • @vincem3393
      @vincem3393 11 месяцев назад +1

      Imposter syndrome was around long before social media..lol if you care you’ll always have those doubts which creates drive and separates us all.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +3

      Literally couldn’t have said it better myself. Excellent perspective. Thank you for being here

    • @Akagami753
      @Akagami753 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@vincem3393 That's right too

    • @whengrapespop5728
      @whengrapespop5728 10 месяцев назад

      @@vincem3393​​⁠Nobody said imposter syndrome came from social media. Their point was that you need practical experience even if you (think you) know everything about what you’re doing from watching videos.

    • @hellotoddsky
      @hellotoddsky 10 месяцев назад

      Thank you for this comment! It complements Ryan's honesty perfectly 🙏

  • @YCImaging
    @YCImaging 11 месяцев назад +17

    These types of shoots are always extremely nerve wracking beforehand, but end up being the most fun and memorable!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +2

      It’s suuuuch a crazy paradox. But man I wouldn’t trade it for anything

  • @CineDailies
    @CineDailies 11 месяцев назад +7

    I've always appreciate your honesty and vulnerability bro.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      🫵🥹 🖤

  • @travel9to5
    @travel9to5 11 месяцев назад +1

    Anxiety and struggle is real when becoming a filmmaker. Thanks for this powerful piece

  • @francoismasuabi
    @francoismasuabi 11 месяцев назад +1

    Being in control of most of the creative process, to giving that up someone else is a difficult transition to make, but we learn in these ways. Great knowing this feeling is universal

  • @BenjiSelby
    @BenjiSelby 11 месяцев назад +11

    Brooo this hit home! The journey is different for everyone, but it’s amazing to see who we meet along the way! Also, to see the RUclips Film community come together is crazy, You, Kofi, Brittany, Brady and Cam working together…. That’s wild!!!! 🔥

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      Truly such a special experience. A lot of people won’t understand it and will see it for a typical “hype” train… but this was a hugeeeely refreshing change for all of us.

  • @mondobytes
    @mondobytes 11 месяцев назад +4

    You’re Super Talented bro, thank you for inspiring us 🙏🏽 glad you were a part of our launch 💥

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      So so so glad to be apart of this with everyone. Thank you, Armando ❤

  • @jerry4706
    @jerry4706 11 месяцев назад +3

    film equipment is so cheap the market is over saturated with content and "filmmakers". if you dont mind being broke go for it. but supporting a family and buying a home will be a challenge for 99.9% of filmmakers

  • @shotbyden
    @shotbyden 11 месяцев назад +5

    Needed this one Ryan, thank you. Been struggling with roles and how I fit into things and this has given me a ton of clarity. 🙏🏾

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      My heart is so glad you connected with this 🖤

  • @KshitizSinhaPhoto
    @KshitizSinhaPhoto 11 месяцев назад +1

    every upload of yours, just wanna say thank you man, not a lot of people who talk about this kind of anxiety ❤️

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      I’m really glad this hit for you, it’s been a great relief and sense of self development for me to be able to share these stories

  • @EliseBallais
    @EliseBallais 11 месяцев назад +1

    Been following you for 2 years now and as I grow in the industry my anxiety doesn't disappear. To hear you talk about anxiety is so relatable and it comforts to know I'm not alone in this. It is a tough industry but to hear other people's vulnerabilities about such topics is rare, and very helpful. Truly inspiring, keep up the good work!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      This means so so much…

  • @cammackey
    @cammackey 11 месяцев назад +6

    You’re a gah d*** poet brutha. So much talent.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      🥹 I mean thank Kylee for this one…

    • @cammackey
      @cammackey 11 месяцев назад

      @@RyanKao wow, the secret weapon. I need a wifey asap.

  • @rdkevin7729
    @rdkevin7729 10 месяцев назад +1

    Same place the music video by Zach Williams “Heart of God” was filmed. Extremely well done.

  • @AyanKundlik
    @AyanKundlik 11 месяцев назад +1

    I have gotten into filmmaking about 8 months ago and already loving it.
    BUT, I didn't wanted to be a filmmaker from the day I was born. My interest and my thoughts grew into by time.
    As always Ryan, love watching your videos. Keep going 👍🏽

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Thanks for sharing! Best of luck to you Ayan.

  • @rickyistrying
    @rickyistrying 11 месяцев назад +1

    Just found your channel not too long ago and honestly I love the vibes. It feels like exactly what I need right now.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      I'm so glad! Thanks for coming onboard

  • @OmarKamaly
    @OmarKamaly 10 месяцев назад +1

    thank you for this message. I am really stucked right now in the same and it is nice when someone talks about this experience and circumstances

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад +1

      So glad this was able to speak to you... I appreciate the support

  • @colleentrusler1778
    @colleentrusler1778 11 месяцев назад +1

    Amazing and beautiful. Thank you for sharing your voice Ryan and for all your hard work on the film. Loved watching this.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      It was a pleasure working with you. Hopeful for more in the future!

  • @filmmakerevolution
    @filmmakerevolution 11 месяцев назад +2

    I'm not as far down into it as you are, but I totally get this. Every job I get thats a bigger one than last I find a huge amount of the time beforehand worrying will I be able to do this? Then on the day once I get into the groove it turns out to not only go just fine but a fun time. The comradery is great, you learn a lot and always network and expand your network.
    Pretty cool to see all the other awesome creators, Cammackay is someone I've watched a lot of recently, great dude

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Absolutely love to hear this. Thank you for being here….

  • @Thats-My-Call
    @Thats-My-Call 10 месяцев назад +1

    This found me right on time! As a beginning videographer/cameraman, this helped a lot. Flying across the globe for my first big shoot!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      Happy to hear this resonated with you! Congrats and good luck to you on your shoot man!

  • @BrittneyJanae
    @BrittneyJanae 11 месяцев назад +2

    So good! Hate I didn’t get to officially meet you!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Literally missed by a day haha! Such a fun experience. Next time 😂

  • @hellotoddsky
    @hellotoddsky 10 месяцев назад +1

    I love your raw and down to earth videos man! Glad to see we all have similar thoughts and feelings, no matter how far along we are on our individual journeys as creatives. Kudos for being you and always creating real content!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад +2

      So so glad you've been enjoying them! I really appreciate you being here

    • @hellotoddsky
      @hellotoddsky 10 месяцев назад

      @@RyanKao Thanks bud 🙏🏻

  • @KONDORBLUE
    @KONDORBLUE 11 месяцев назад +2

    You’re such a talented storyteller!!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Couldn’t have done it without the incredible team behind the story…

  • @Yusaku_VCP
    @Yusaku_VCP 11 месяцев назад +1

    that's nice, it's so honesty from Mr.Kao.

  • @TylerEdwards
    @TylerEdwards 10 месяцев назад +1

    I loved every second of this video. Watched on the tv but had to come back to comment. Thanks for taking us along. This looked super fun to be on.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      Appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave a comment man!!

  • @DasilvaJustin
    @DasilvaJustin 10 месяцев назад +1

    you look like a pro in the mix Ryan, keep killing it big dog

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks Dasilva! I'll do my best. 🙌

  • @ubkbliz7155
    @ubkbliz7155 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you Ryan for this video, im in film school right now and will be done in 6 months and this was a really good video, alot of the stuff you said really resonated with me.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      So great to hear this, good luck! 🙏

  • @Leo_The_Creator_580
    @Leo_The_Creator_580 10 месяцев назад +1

    Keep pushing you give a lot of ppl inspiration and I am one of them!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад +1

      I appreciate that! Thanks for leaving a comment man.

    • @Leo_The_Creator_580
      @Leo_The_Creator_580 10 месяцев назад

      @@RyanKao ofc! Keep doing you man we all watching and you given a lot of us out here hope!

  • @SethFox94
    @SethFox94 11 месяцев назад +1

    This monologue BTS piece is next level, keep doing this. 10/10

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Appreciate this Seth 🙏

  • @kellykozzy
    @kellykozzy 11 месяцев назад +1

    YOO the AC in the tan hat is my boy Adam! You got good people around you!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      Adam is the MVP. Glad to know him 🙌

  • @tuckerkanderson
    @tuckerkanderson 11 месяцев назад +1

    Loved the insight here Ryan! Looked like a cool shoot, excited to see the whole thing!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      Definitely a highlight of this year. Thanks brother!

  • @BiboEbuen
    @BiboEbuen 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for sharing this Ryan! It's very inspiring 🥹

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      My pleasure! Thanks for the watch Bibo.

  • @directorsamdawjee8617
    @directorsamdawjee8617 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thankyou for making such an inspirational video in the most simplest words...I've taken few imp things from this video as a working professional Director n Dp Hope It'll help me take more wise decisions on set in Future.😇

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад +1

      Happy to hear you were able to take away some aspects from this one. Best of luck to you in your journey Sam! 🙌

  • @Qk1shot
    @Qk1shot 10 месяцев назад +1

    Great video! This inspired me alot‼️

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      I'm so glad!

  • @jgooch99
    @jgooch99 10 месяцев назад +1

    Great stuff. Thanks for sharing.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for watching! 🙌🙏

  • @On1Films
    @On1Films 10 месяцев назад +1

    This was amazing man

  • @AV.Creative
    @AV.Creative 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great vid bro 👌
    Thanks for the inspiration

  • @TheBusinessHandyMan
    @TheBusinessHandyMan 10 месяцев назад

    These stories are so beautiful

  • @prayforpeace2204
    @prayforpeace2204 10 месяцев назад +1

    There really isn't such a thing as success in filmmaking. Only a beginning, middle and end. In the beginning, you know nothing and are a pure artist at heart. In the middle you learn skills and perfect various things. IN the end, you try and return to who you were in the beginning.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      Well said! Appreciate you taking the time to watch.

  • @imDonDiestro
    @imDonDiestro 10 месяцев назад +1

    Brady Bessette casually being a crew member is funny to me lol.

  • @tim-tim-de
    @tim-tim-de 10 месяцев назад +1

    Damn, what a great video. Love seing these kind of bts

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you. Happy you enjoyed this!!

  • @ScottJeschke
    @ScottJeschke 11 месяцев назад +1

    Crushing these videos, Ryan. 👊

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      Appreciate it Scott 🙏

  • @immgs9199
    @immgs9199 11 месяцев назад +1

    so cool , i got goosebumps . my dream to become a DP. good for you bro, keep it up!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Keep chasing it! Thanks for being here.

  • @HowStoriesWork
    @HowStoriesWork 11 месяцев назад +2

    Loved working with you, Ryan. I really enjoyed your commitment to shots and suggestions when you thought a different angle might work better. Would work with you again anytime! 🙌🏽

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      Jay, what an experience man. Such a pleasure getting to make this vision come to life with you and the team. I truly hope for more to come. Thanks for trusting us!

    • @HowStoriesWork
      @HowStoriesWork 11 месяцев назад

      @@RyanKao🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

  • @iamnotapoet
    @iamnotapoet 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks, as always, for the FANTASTIC video. Indeed, I have (almost) always believed that life is NOT about being BEST at anything. Only people like Plato, Jobs, Einstein etc can HOPE and TOIL for that. And , THEY, can ALMOST get it. For me, as it seems you , it’s always about PERSONAL BEST… and getting a tiny bit better as many days as you can. I’ve worked with GREAT people like Lloyd Kaufman (Troma Toxic Avenger 2-4) and people like Lili Taylor, Phil Collins , Steve Buscemi etc. and I see THEY toil with this principle. It’s all about PERSONAL BEST. Sweetie and I watch (but never comment) on your videos. And we know you work SO HARD with the daily PERSONAL BEst principle and great things come from it. So, CHEERS from us 2 BEER VLOGGERS. We celebrate things one full flight (of beer 🍺) at a time! CHEERS & Happy New Years!!
    - Eric ZORK Alan & Sweetie [ Professional Poets & Bed 🛏️ & Beer🍺 Vloggers ]

  • @kureki147
    @kureki147 11 месяцев назад +1

    Isn't this where they filmed the Rookie season 4 Finale?

  • @wendywitzig119
    @wendywitzig119 11 месяцев назад +1

    Nailed it! Love your style, it reminds me Aidin Robbins.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks so much. Aidin is the man

  • @ThatSalim
    @ThatSalim 11 месяцев назад +1

    Relate so much to your intro tho I’ve never worked in a big production 😂

  • @Monosifon
    @Monosifon 10 месяцев назад +1

    Finding your place in a new role on set is always challenging but rewarding. Thanks for sharing and also, what mic/audio setup did you use to record your VO in this video?

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      Appreciate that! I was actually out of town so I used my 16" Macbook's built in mic!

  • @julianp.3549
    @julianp.3549 11 месяцев назад +1

    The link to the trailer in the description leads to nothing and says the account has been deleted. Just for you to know.
    I guess its not yet possible to watch the whole short film, is it?

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Ah thanks so much! It's fixed now

  • @brainanchorstudios879
    @brainanchorstudios879 9 месяцев назад +1

    Where can we watch the short film? I'd truly love to see it.

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  9 месяцев назад

      It's not out yet! I'll be sure to keep my audience posted however!

  • @bysumex
    @bysumex 10 месяцев назад +1

    AMAZING RYAN!

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      THANK YOUUU

  • @redesignedlife777
    @redesignedlife777 10 месяцев назад +1

    great story to end the year

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks! Enjoy the New Year.

  • @Jonnyvonwallstrom
    @Jonnyvonwallstrom 10 месяцев назад

    Dude I’ve been working for +20 yrs and I still feel like I’m spoiled asf. I don’t like the big productions. Just want to tinker and tell stories every day. Without the money being by an issue 😂

  • @fb3productions
    @fb3productions 11 месяцев назад +1

    i was gonna do physio and then i impuslively chose a career in filmmaking and i dont regret it 😭

  • @JohnMiyazono
    @JohnMiyazono 11 месяцев назад +1

    amazing video brotha

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Thanks for the visit man!!

  • @Doxifyhere
    @Doxifyhere 11 месяцев назад +1

    youre lit bro im proud :D

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you man!!

  • @Doxifyhere
    @Doxifyhere 11 месяцев назад +1

    keep it up

  • @anton.mtb8274
    @anton.mtb8274 11 месяцев назад +1

    Absolutely fucking love your vids maaannnnnn

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад +1

      🙏🥹

  • @umevisuals8263
    @umevisuals8263 10 месяцев назад

    I am a coloured from South Africa, and I'm a filmmaker, dp mostly...I can't describe but I really don't want to be a part of the industry. The cliques the culture... it does not align with my personal values... it's everything I'm not...especially here in south Africa.. White people ran industry...and I have no problem with that I just feel like so many people of colour has to subscribe to those values in order to be liked and network effectively. I'm not a broski or a dude... all these people are good people I'm probably just ignorant and don't want to change or adapt....I just want to be a filmmaker not create a new persona just too fit in w8th the cool kids and shit.

  • @BangWithSound
    @BangWithSound 11 месяцев назад +1

    Very inspiring to see you grow. I see so many young people coming to this great industry and start to hustle. And it seems after all this years more and more do understand that for a progressive career development it is so crucial that you work on personal development as well. I think it is very important to keep a humble balance and it‘s looking very good on you. Thank you for sharing your journey. 🙏🏼

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      I deeply appreciate this. Thank you for being here!

  • @locngyn
    @locngyn 10 месяцев назад +1

    I feelz the same 😅

  • @f0t0b0y
    @f0t0b0y 10 месяцев назад

    iFootage? Someone on that set needs to make a we made a short on some cheep no-name Chinese lights with a Apple branding name of iFootage; and they paid for it! 🙄

  • @CritterElectronics
    @CritterElectronics 11 месяцев назад +1

    Was Cam invited?

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  11 месяцев назад

      WAS HE INVITED?! Check on his stills over on Instagram

  • @workinprogress2077
    @workinprogress2077 11 месяцев назад +1

    So I'm watching this video, minding my own business and HE shows up in another RUclipsr's video..., Are they cloning this guy? Is there a vending machines that spits this model? Forget about the threat of AI, keep an eye on that one!

  • @aLgProduction
    @aLgProduction 10 месяцев назад

    A RUclips of who's who. lol

  • @mariapelzer8005
    @mariapelzer8005 10 месяцев назад +1

    Love to see the lack of women on set

    • @RyanKao
      @RyanKao  10 месяцев назад

      Absolutely agree. Would have loved being a part of a production with more women on set. And I have seen an increase over the last few years. Myself, along with my wife are doing our best to be part of this change! Cheers!

  • @danielaragao
    @danielaragao 10 месяцев назад

    Too much Masculine energy on this Set. You should balance the genders more. Very pragmatic pack shots overall...are you going to the desert to do more indoors? Looks like you're more interested in the Neon Lights of the Motel.

  • @Kino.Camera
    @Kino.Camera 11 месяцев назад

    Вас там всех блогеров собрали на одной локации и вы теперь все одинаковое видео запостили? 😂😂😂

  • @Nathan.Willan
    @Nathan.Willan 10 месяцев назад

    Starting at 11:09 seconds, you will hear abnormal noises every two seconds. It is a very annoying sound. Please don’t do this again. Your audio is terrible!