Directing BIG Creative Energy with Filmmaker Kayla Robinson

What is it like to transmute big emotions and intense feelings into brilliant, healing art?

We find out from Kayla Robinson, an award-winning creative director and filmmaker who specializes in character-driven stories that explore identity, grief and connection through marginalized perspectives. After over a decade in advertising, Kayla made the powerful choice to say "yes" to becoming a film director – facing intense doubt, fear, and perfectionism along the way. In this heartfelt episode, we discuss the importance of sharing your work even in its early stages, inviting the right collaborators, and taking aligned action to actualize your ideas. It’s a must-listen for any aspiring creative.  

 

TIME STAMPS
00:55 Meet Kayla Robinson, Creative Director & Filmmaker
02:55 A Decade-Long Friendship 

06:59 Navigating Emotions as an Artist 

09:04 Creating from Joy, Not Only Darkness 

13:46 The Importance of Collaboration in Filmmaking 

20:24 Transition from Art Direction to Filmmaking 

23:10 First Steps into Filmmaking 

23:43 Creating 'Ball is Ball' 

31:07 The Importance of Trusting Yourself and Taking Action 

43:06 A Creator As Defined by Kayla 


 

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