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[REPLAY] #21: Matt D'Avella – Freelancing, filmmaking, podcasting, and finding success on YouTube.

Jun 21, 2022

Matt D'Avella, a renowned filmmaker and YouTuber famous for the Netflix documentary "Minimalism," shares his journey from freelancing to creating impactful films. He discusses his experiences in cultivating a YouTube audience through experimentation and storytelling. Matt emphasizes the importance of setting creative boundaries for work-life balance and reflects on the emotional aspects of content creation. The conversation highlights how collaboration and adaptability are essential for success in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

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Intro

3min

From Freelance to Feature: A Documentary Journey

13min

Building an Audience: Lessons from YouTube and Podcasting

4min

Navigating the Video Podcast Evolution

25min

Mastering the Art of Storytelling in Film and Video

4min

Establishing Boundaries for Creative Balance

4min

The Power of Experimentation in Creative Growth

2min

Matt D'Avella is a filmmaker, YouTuber & podcaster that explores what it means to live a good life. Matt directed Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things, which was acquired by Netflix in 2016. His YouTube channel has nearly 3 million subscribers, and his videos have been viewed more than 175 million times. In this episode, we talk about his experience creating the Minimalism documentary, managing his creative energy, crafting a good story, and how Experimentation has helped him find success on YouTube.

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