Adam Yarish has had a love of creating videos for as long as he can remember. He spent a large part of his childhood and early adolescence making all kinds of different video projects. He developed an obsession with the writing, directing, and editing process. To this day there are very few things he loves more than watching an idea go from page to screen. He now works in the videography industry and is keen to continue developing his skills.
When and how did you start in the media production industry?
I’ve been making videos for as long as I can remember, but my first professional videography experience was doing freelance videography work with a couple friends in high school.
What area of the film industry do you work in now and why?
I’m working at a company called 47 filmworks, we’ve done a ton of different types of jobs in the videography space. More recently we’ve begun to specialize in short form documentary work. I also love to work on short films and produce music videos with my band.
If you could give yourself advice today to yourself in the past, what would it be?
Learn as much as you can and try as many different types of projects! Meet more people.
Why is learning and training important?
Of course with any craft it’s important to keep learning new things and pushing yourself, however within the film industry it feels especially important. It’s a world that’s constantly evolving and new tools are being unveiled constantly. It can sometimes be a little daunting to keep up with but I think it’s important to make an effort.
What are some of the films, TV series or even books that have inspired you? How about anything new you’ve been into?
When I was a kid I saw “Catch Me If You Can” and it blew me away, that was a big one for me. In later years I became a massive fan of Damien Chazelle’s films, notably “Whiplash” and “La La Land”. More recently I’ve caught up on “Better Call Saul” and that really blew me away.
Where do you see yourself in ten years from now?
Honestly, I’m not 100 per cent sure. Of course, I want to continue making things but I’m not sure exactly how that ambition will manifest itself. I hope I’m continuing to experiment and make things I’m proud of and learning and meeting new people to collaborate with along the way.
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