#080 | Freelancer Mindset & Old Gear Still Holds Up
Sign-up to our newsletter for a FREE budget calculator! - https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareThis week we talk about the mental fuel that keeps us going creatively, like watching T-Pain live-streaming on Twitch making his music whilst working on our own stuff. There’s something powerful about seeing other creatives in their flow that helps us stay in ours.We also reflect on Matt’s recent holiday where he brought along his very first camera, curious to see if the tech still holds up today. In the video version of this episode, we showcase some of the photos he shot and talk about whether gear from the past can still deliver in 2025.But the core of this episode is a conversation around the freelance mindset. What it really takes to stay self-employed long-term. We cover everything from living below your means and the dangers of lifestyle inflation, to how important gratitude, financial buffers, and grounded expectations are for longevity. The real win in freelancing? Staying in the game.CHAPTERS02:43 - The Creative Process: Insights from T-Pain and Tory Lanez06:57 - Rediscovering Old Tools: A Journey with My First Camera12:49 - The Value of Experience: Old Cameras and New Perspectives17:55 - Skill vs. Equipment: The Balance in Photography18:25 - The Evolution of Camera Technology21:41 - Understanding Creative Success31:11 - Mindset and Expectations in Creativity39:02 - Financial Wisdom for CreativesSTAY CONNECTED WITH US!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lateinvoices/Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LHl6iPM84u6L0oBsPWrYb?si=9TzClF-5RZm7GmodEFgElQ
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#079 | You Don’t Need a Degree… Or Do You?
Sign-up to our newsletter for a FREE budget calculator! - https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareIn this episode, we dive into a very important question: Do you need a degree to make it in the creative industry?Coming from Cameron & Matt who have University degrees, we unpack what those degrees actually did for us, if anything, and whether we’d still recommend university in today’s creative landscape. We talk about what degrees can offer vs. what real-world experience teaches you, whether clients actually care about your qualifications, and how you can break into the creative field even if you never step foot in a lecture hall. We also catch up on Matt’s recent visit to CameraWorld—an event for getting hands-on with the newest camera tech, software updates from Capture One, as well as Cameron’s thoughts on his latest gear pickup: the Sony A7C II and Cameron starting a new YouTube channel! (link below)Cameron's new YouTube video: https://youtu.be/SKc5Hh1EmUM?si=LOY_thnEI0m3G1T0STAY CONNECTED WITH US!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lateinvoices/Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LHl6iPM84u6L0oBsPWrYb?si=9TzClF-5RZm7GmodEFgElQ
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#078 | Louis Browne: Why Every Shoot Matters, Directing Big Brands & Global Creative Career
Sign-up to our newsletter for a FREE budget calculator! - https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9a64906f-ff20-48ce-9bff-07d65f55e14dLouis Browne is on the show! Louis is a Director and photographer whose client list includes Gucci, Dior, Adidas, Nike, Rolling Stone, and more. Known for his choppy, mixed-media style and genre-spanning career—from music to global fashion campaigns—Louis shares his experience navigating the creative industry on both sides of the world from the London to NYC and beyond.We unpack the key differences between the UK and US creative markets, how your creative taste often outpaces your technical skill, and why personal projects still hold the most weight when it comes to growth, fulfilment, and landing meaningful work. Louis also opens up about preparing your shoots properly, and how the person you're shooting might be the world's next superstar as Louis recalls shooting with Billie Eilish before the fame.We also get into Louis transition from photography to directing, what that shift demanded creatively and mentally, and why being crystal clear on your ideas is everything when it comes to pitching to clients. Should you be repped by agencies, or is it more valuable to build your own momentum? From hard-earned lessons on set to treating every shoot like it could lead to the next breakthrough, this conversation is full of honest insights for creatives at any level.00:00 - Living in New York vs. London06:18 - Shooting Stormzy at the Met Gala12:41 - Why move from the UK to the US21:26 - Differences in Photography Markets: US vs. UK24:05 - Balancing Personal Projects and Commercial Work28:43 - What should new Creatives focus on?40:01 - Memorable Shoots: Enjoyment VS Output44:48 - Lessons Learned the Hard Way49:32 - Approach to Directing56:04 - Understanding the Director's Role in Commercials58:00 - Do you need to be repped to land big projects01:03:42 - Creating Natural Interactions with Subjects01:08:15 - Why you should post your work01:12:23 - Finding Creative Space and InspirationListen to 'Late Invoices' on all platforms at the link below, new episodes released every Tuesday! 🎙️CONNECT WITH LOUIS!Louis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louis_browne/Louis website: https://www.louisbrowne.coSTAY CONNECTED WITH US!Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/lateinvoices?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=9a64906f-ff20-48ce-9bff-07d65f55e14dInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lateinvoices/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LHl6iPM84u6L0oBsPWrYb?si=9TzClF-5RZm7GmodEFgElQ
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#077 | Creative Clarity When Editing
This week, we’re talking about the chaos of post-production! The part of the process where creativity can either flow or freeze. Whether you’re editing photos or video, one of the hardest challenges is choosing a direction when there are so many possible versions of the same piece.We explore how to stay clear-headed during the edit, why culling is more emotional than technical, and how Matt helps his mentees level up by editing their work to show what could be improved. Matt also shares how he uses the music of the artist he’s photographing as a guide to shape the energy, tone, and final look of the images.We wrap with a conversation around developing your creative style, and how it doesn’t arrive all at once, but emerges gradually as you keep making, shaping, and editing your work.FOLLOW AND STAY CONNECTED!NewsletterInstagramYouTubeTikTok
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#076 | Record-Breaking Revenue & Why Your Workspace Matters
In this episode, we dive into the spaces that shape us as creatives, starting with Cameron’s move into a new house and setting up a home office filled with Marvel and comic book memorabilia. We talk about how much your workspace influences your mindset, creativity, and output.Matt shares his recent trip to a Capture One photography event, where he got hands-on with their new software tools and tested the unreleased Fuji GFx100RF... spoiler it's great!We also celebrate a huge milestone for Matt, his highest revenue month EVER since starting his photography career 7 years ago. We unpack what’s changed, what’s working, and how creating consistent social content, reaching out to agencies and shooting personal projects helped open those doors.From creative spaces to career peaks, this episode is a celebration of momentum, mindset, and what’s next.FOLLOW AND STAY CONNECTED!NewsletterInstagramYouTubeTikTok
Cameron Hall (DoP) and Matt Pearson (Photographer) have been working in the creative industry for almost a decade. This podcast is here to share stories, insights, lessons learned, industry secrets, and talented guests of the creative industry. Cameron's services sports and automotive, having worked with Aston Martin, McLaren, Sports Direct, GQ and more. Matt services sports, having worked with the likes of Puma, Adidas, the NFL, Chelsea FC, Man City and more.
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