Cinema professionals John Wee and Gonzo D open the series with the story behind their own start in professional video — the first cameras, the first jobs, and the first time a project actually paid the bills.
What this episode covers
- How do you get started in professional video? — The realistic path from shooting as a hobby to getting hired, and why the first paid gig rarely looks glamorous.
- The “hot sauce commercial” that paid the bills — Gonzo and John’s first commercial work, and what they learned about client expectations vs. creative ego.
- From tape to digital — How the transition changed crew size, workflow, and who gets to call themselves a videographer.
- People-first storytelling — Why the craft is about reading the subject, not flexing the camera.
Who this is for
This episode is for anyone starting out in videography, filmmaking, or content creation — whether you’re self-taught on a phone, studying at film school, or considering a career switch from adjacent fields like photography or marketing. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6% growth in film & video editor and camera operator roles through 2032.
About How To Video
How To Video is a videography how-to podcast from 210 Digital Marketing with Gonzo D and John Wee — camera rigs, editing workflows, gear unboxings, and the real-world techniques behind professional video work.