Waqas Qazi: Recent Episodes
Waqas Qazi
Welcome to Qazi's Audio Experience! This is the podcast where we're not only gonna sharpen our technical skills, but we're gonna learn to become profitable as filmmakers.
A casual but focused actionable plan for you to hit the ground running in 2024.
Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the show.
I'm talking about the demotivation that occurs after achieving what you worked super hard for. We sometimes lose our drive.
In this live, we'll go through actionable steps to get back in your flow state and keep crushing it, effortlessly.
If you can relate to this statement then let's start by addressing causes and what can we do to overcome them.
@omgadrian is a modern-day Renaissance man.
He's a creative director who excels at directing, cinematography, photography, editing, and most of all storytelling.
He's been published in Complex, Forbes, Variety, and many other major media outlets.
In this conversation, Adrian generously shares his life experiences that are loaded with value 💣.
📝 is a necessity. 😀
In a world where distraction is inevitable, I put together an ironclad workflow for developing a new skill with laser focus.
Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the episode.
Eric has worked on over 10 feature films, 40 shorts, and 50+ commercials and music videos.
In this podcast, he generously shares his advice and experience in this unfiltered conversation.
Grab a cup of ☕️ and enjoy the show.
Get actionable advice from real-life examples to understand why being a little delusional is a must to be successful. Get cozy and enjoy the show.
In this episode we will cover the following topics:
Types of Motivation 💪🏽
Motivation Ingredients 🍲
Motivation vs. Discipline 🫡
Plan of Action 📝
Results from Focused Motivation 📈
Most importantly, grab a cup of ☕️ and enjoy the show.
William is the man behind the "We Recreated the Nuclear Explosion from Oppenheimer with Zero CGI" video that got 3.8m views on YouTube in just under a month.
That is one of William's many accomplishments. In this podcast, he shares his process on how to create content that is meaningful to you and also has a mass appeal.
Grab a cup of and enjoy the show. ☕
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A conversation with Steven Zuber. Steven is a man of the hour on IG in the creator space.In this casual chat we go behind the curtains to reveal productivity hacks and strategies that are practical and effective.Grab a cup of ☕️ and enjoy the show.Make sure to follow @stevenxzuber for daily value 💣 s.
In this podcast, we will discuss the skills and qualifications that make someone an asset to a company and how one can continue to improve their skills and knowledge in the future.
We will further delve into personal development, including mindset, book recommendations, impostor syndrome, discipline, goal-setting, fear, dealing with difficult clients, traditional schooling vs. self-directed learning, and more.
Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the show.
If you've been struggling to get answers to any of the following questions, this podcast is for you.
· What's the best node tree workflow for grading sessions?
· How do I shot-match different cameras and codecs?
· How can I make a cinematic grade without making my skin tones look weird?
· How can I get my first Freelance Client?
· What do you think about AI tools for filmmaking and post-processing?
I touch on this and much more in this jam-packed session. Grab a notepad, and let’s go! 🔥
Information overload 📣Great live with the ultimate practitioner, my homie, @jasonmorrisphotocinemaThis live is a must for filmmakers trying to kick off their careers or blow up on social media.Show @jasonmorrisphotocinema some love and follow him for daily knowledge bombs.
Happy to be back and doing IG lives. 😀
In this one, I will share my top 5 simple yet effective steps to 🚀 your career in 2023.
In this podcast, you will learn how to get more done with much less effort.
In other words, I will show you how to have your cake and eat it too.
In this podcast, we will cover the following topics and much more.
What to do if you mess up color during shooting temp/ tint?
How to grade if my PC can’t handle many nodes?
Are control surfaces worth the money?
Any recent bugs you faced with the latest Resolve update?
How to start a career as a colorist?
When you are first starting out is it better to use LUTs or grade from scratch?
Should you charge in advance or upon completion?
Any Tips on grading 8-bit footage?
Do reality tv and sitcoms require color grading?
For editing, do you prefer Premiere or Resolve?
What’s the best way to build a relationship with someone in a major commercial company?
How long have you been using Resolve?
How do you make your grade not look like a filter?
How to build mental stamina and motivate yourself to keep going?
My thoughts on the Mac Studio?
Enjoy the show.
In this podcast, I will share practical tips that can help you in your filmmaking journey.
This is a step-by-step guide so as always grab a notepad, blankie, a cup of coffee, and enjoy the show.
In this podcast, I will share some of my recent setbacks and how I overcame them.
Value 💣 alert!!
📝 required.
Stay possessed. 💪🏾
In this podcast, I will share my tried and test, a quick and easy roadmap to help you make the best showreel of your life.
Grab a notepad. Enjoy!
If you are unhappy with your current job or can’t seem to get to the next level then keep listening.
I will share a practical easy to implement a 5-step plan for you to level up and start making a meaningful change in your career and life. I don’t make fake promises. So, grab a notepad.
Sit back and enjoy the show.
In this podcast, I will share practical tips that you can implement to transition from a part-time or full-time job to freelancing.
As always, don’t forget the notepad.
Super pumped to be doing this live with @samnewton
Sam is a YouTuber, Musician, and Producer. Let’s hear how he successfully manages to wear multiple hats without getting overwhelmed.
Whether you have a full-time job or are in a totally different field than Sam there is a lot of practical advice here that you can apply to your life.
Bring a notepad and Stay Creamy (Sam, please don’t sue me).
Also, show my boy some love and follow him at @samnewton cuz his content is 🔥🔥🔥
In this podcast, we will talk about the new MacBook pro, ACES, Resolve 17.4, and much much more.
Grab a notepad, a cup of coffee, throw on a blankie, sit back, relax and enjoy the show.
Welcome to a brand new series where WE, your co-hosts @jvke and @theqazman will answer all your questions & shower you with value 💣s.
In this episode, we cover the following:
· How to get clients
· Best budget equipment for color grading
· Advice for beginner colorists
· Do’s and Don’ts of color grading
There is a ton more in there, so make sure to watch it till the end. Don’t forget to share it with friends.
We live in a world with too many choices and a lack of direction.
If you are just starting out your career or someone who’s been a pro and is looking for a change this is for you.
In this podcast, you will learn the strategy to make uneasy yet necessary moves that will shape the trajectory of your career.
By the end, you should have a solid understanding of how to be sure about your decisions and when to make the call.
Everything I share is based on my own experiences and observations.
Grab a notepad and let’s go! 💪🏽
In this podcast, I will share why you need to ditch the idea of work-life balance and instead LIVE HARD.
I will end the podcast, by giving you a game plan you need to start executing as your life depends on it because IT DOES.
Everything I share is based on my own experiences and observations.
Grab a notepad and let’s go! 💪🏽
In this podcast, I am going to share my #1 productivity hack as a freelancer. If you take this to heart I promise you will see a sudden positive change in your career.
Learn & Apply. 💪🏽
If you're a beginner filmmaker needing advice on how much to charge your clients or which camera to use then this is for you.
In this video, we talk to @jakeweislerfilms from @fulltimefilmmaker who shares his secrets to turning his side hustle into his full-time hustle.
Grab a 📝
In this podcast, I will reveal a quick and easy plan that will start you off on your color grading journey.
Notepad is mandatory.
How long can you GRADE before your eyes give up?
In this podcast, I will share my go-to techniques in overcoming eye fatigue while color grading.
It took me a while to figure out these steps throughout my professional career.
Join my new Facebook group: QazNation. A place to share your work, get constructive feedback, hang with like-minded people, and get motivated to blow up.
In this podcast, I will be sharing my secrets to building the perfect color reel in 2021.
In this podcast, I will share three practical changes you can make in your life to blow up your career.
Ever changing technology and way too many brands make it near impossible to know if you're making the right decision when buying your next gear.
Luckily I did the hard work for you. I have curated a list of tried and tested items you need to build your dream entry level studio.
Today I will taking you through my pros and cons list about Apple's new M1 Mac so that you can make a more educated decision before picking one of these babies up.
This podcast addresses those who are either just starting or the pros who’re struggling to find consistent work.
In this podcast, I will share tips and tricks on staying motivated and productive during the holidays.
There will be a ton of practical advice that you can implement in your day to day tasks, right away.
Thanks for all the epic questions it really helped shaped this podcast.
This one is for all of you that want to learn how to make money as a content creator and possibly do this for a living.
@ycimaging has been killing the game and there is no one better to listen to on this particular topic.
You all will be picking up tons of valuable and tangible tips from this live.
In this podcast, I will deep dive into what you need to get for a proper Color Grading pipeline.
This will pertain to both viewing and delivering.
Grab a notepad.
Join me to celebrate 200k and let's talk about what it takes to make that happen and how go keep going.
Interview with Devin Graham
@devinsupertramp is a YouTube mogul who has created hundreds of viral videos collecting BILLIONS of views. He has directed commercials for the SUPERBOWL, UBISOFT, NINTENDO, and many more AAA-list brands. The dude is a living legend.
This is a must-listen if you are someone that wants to skyrocket your filmmaking career. Devin doesn’t hold back and basically, gives away all his secrets to what made him who he is today as a filmmaker.
This one is loaded with practical advice tips and tricks that you can use in your career right away.
In this podcast, I will be sharing my proven strategies to land clients at will. Failure is impossible if you follow this program and stick with it.
P.S. don’t forget to hit me up when you get your first gig after implementing these techniques. 💪🏽
In this podcast, I will be answering your frequently asked questions ranging from systems specs to developing an eye as a colorist.
Thank you for your active participation. It was a blast.
Today, I am going to be sharing my secrets for running a successful and the fastest growing Color Grading channel on YouTube. We just broke 100k on YT so come join me to celebrate this moment together.
Interview with Cole Walliser
@colewalliser might be known for his glorious hair and the Glambot action for E but there is much more to this man than just that. He is a major player in the social media/ content creating game and he’s here to share how he built his brand and how you can implement these techniques into your life.
He’s worked with AAA list celebrities like Miley Cyrus, Katie Perry, and the list goes on. He is also a DGA member. 🤯 There is absolutely nothing that this man can’t do. Oh, and he owns the RADDEST G-Wagon.
In this podcast I will share 3 reasons why it's essential to know how to Color Grade in 2020. Grab a notepad.
Join @dayduh and I as we drop value 💣 on what it takes to work with a partner. It will be much more than just working with your significant other. These rules are directly applicable to your work environment or business.
I will be sharing tips on the rapid growth behind QazNation and my career as a working colorist.
Interview with Mark Todd Osborne
@mark.todd.osborne is a Senior Colorist with 22+ years of experience under his belt. He has worked on over 100 features and countless Prime TV shows.
In this live, Mark goes deep into his color grading process and social politics that is necessary to becoming a successful colorist.
Interview with Scott Ferguson
In this Live with @scott_evil we will deep dive into the post-production process behind arguably the most epic show of our time, GAME OF THRONES. We will also discuss in detail his journey as a colorist. Tons of practical advice for you to take your career to the next level. notepad required. 😀 Scott was the Dailies Colorist on GOT and has graded countless big-budget shows for HBO, Disney, and BBC. Give it a listen and if you don’t fall in love with his accent in the first 2 mins you can get your money back. 😜 Stay Possessed!! 💪🏽
Interview w/ Brian Singler - Sr. Colorist
In this Live with @briansingler we won’t just deep-dive into his grading process but we will also talk about the most important part of the job, how to land clients, how to keep them happy, how to become a successful colorist regardless of your location or skillset.
Brian is a Senior Colorist, who has worked with brands like AT&T, NFL, Premiere League, and countless other Tier 1 companies. “3022” a recent feature film he graded is currently Top 10 Trending Movies on @netflix
He truly left me speechless. 🗒 is mandatory for this one.
Stay Possessed!! 💪🏽
If you love Joker then you are in luck because @lawrencesherdp shot it. He is also the cinematographer of War Dogs, Hangover trilogy, The Garden State, Godzilla, and the list goes on for days!!!
Lawrence is known for his use of mixed lighting and pushing the images to their limits and we will be deep-diving into his process from prep to post.
Grab a notepad because Lawrence drops some serious value 💣s.
In this podcast, I will be giving you a step by step guide in building the most functional and practical studio with your given budget.
Gabe Jl Sanchez has worked with artists such as Snoop Dogg, Usher, Post Malone, T.I., and the list goes on.
In this live, we will be deep-diving into his color grading process specifically for music videos. Grab a notepad, this one is loaded with value 💣s.
Gabe is super generous and doesn’t hold back. He’s not afraid to get technical and explain his entire process step by step.
If you ever wonder "nothing can bring this guy down. He's always producing - Covid or not. He just keep hitting home runs all day every day", then you MUST watch this video.
I am going to take you through my exact process to stay motivated, take actions, and take control of life instead of it controlling you.
@eric_whipp is a Senior Colorist @alteregopost who graded Mad Max: Fury Road and other countless Hollywood epic flix and commercials. We are going to deep dive into his color grading process and how he went about coloring arguably the most iconic LOOK of all time.
Interview with Jill Bogdanowicz
If you don’t love the look of Joker, John Wick, or The Grand Budapest Hotel you might be colorblind. Jill Bogdanowicz is a Senior Colorist at Company 3 who graded all of the above and countless more epic flicks and we are going to deep dive into her unapologetic aesthetic and color grading process.
With 1 Million Followers on IG and over 550k Subscribers on Youtube, Gilbert Sosa is one of IMDb's young directors to watch, and he's here with us sharing his story and his tips.
Special Guest Josh A Webber has worked with Netflix, DreamWorks, McDonald's, and more, and he's here to answer all your Producer questions.
Wanna know how it all began... Spoiler alert, it's not as glamorous as some would think.
Forget "jack of all trades, master of none"! Nowadays we are the master of ALL!
Special guest Bobby Hicks joins me as we discuss how we're breaking the mold.
Want to quit the 9-5, and go freelance, but don't know where to begin? This podcast can help!
Coming directly home from a music video shoot to do an interview with me! Hear what Justin has to say about working in the industry.
He has an incredible story, has worked in the industry for years, and has some insightful answers to YOUR questions.
In this podcast, I will reveal what is the HIGHEST paying job in Post Production today and WHY it's not going to change anytime soon.
I'll also share how you can get in on it!
I am a business man first, and a creative second. Here are my tips on taking your passion as an artist and becoming profitable so you can do what you love for the rest of your life.
A very important lesson on the difference between amateurs and professionals. Spoiler alert: It's your grading studio.
Welcome to a brand new series “Ask Qazi”. This show is all about you. You ask questions and I answer. In this episode, I am going to answer questions that will help you take your color grading game to the next level.
Want to know the tips on how to create a reel package before applying for a job? I breakdown some of my reels and share honest success and failure stories.
My first podcast ever! In this episode, I share my journey to becoming a freelance colorist and my core work philosophies. Feel free to learn from my mistakes and jump start your career as a freelancer.