Color Pod with Qazi The QazMan Origin Story
Apr 16, 2020
Discover the humble beginnings of a color grading journey that’s far from glamorous. Learn how personal experiences shaped a passion for filmmaking and the significant role of mentorship. Explore the transition between various editing tools and the debate over PC versus Mac for video editing. Dive into essential color grading techniques while embracing creativity and breaking industry norms. Finally, uncover valuable networking strategies and resources to thrive in the evolving digital landscape of filmmaking.
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Early Film Struggles and DaVinci Discovery
- Waqas Qazi started in film with a Canon T2i and struggled against peers with more advanced gear.
- He discovered DaVinci Resolve early on, sparking his passion for color grading despite early challenges.
Wedding Shoots Built Stamina
- Waqas gained key experience shooting weddings, learning to deliver without mistakes.
- Weddings taught him to perform under pressure, which later helped him manage high-stakes commercial projects.
Specialize and Hustle Extra Services
- Specialize early by choosing either cinematography or editing to build your niche.
- Offer extra services for free like color grading to demonstrate value and impress clients.