Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Antrell McLean. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Antrell, thanks for joining us today. Earning a full time living from one’s creative career can be incredibly difficult. Have you been able to do so and if so, can you share some of the key parts of your journey and any important advice or lessons that might help creatives who haven’t been able to yet?

It started before I even realized it would become a career. I started in music and I knew I always wanted to stay connected to it, so I was shooting music videos while I was studying digital cinematography at Full Sail. I wanted to understand how cameras worked, how lighting could change emotion, and how to tell a story visually. That season taught me discipline—how to show up prepared, how to problem-solve on set, and how to bring someone else’s vision to life.

I finished my degree program in 2016 while working a full time job. The work didn’t slow down—it intensified. From 2016 to 2020, I continued shooting music videos and freelance content, like weddings, short films, and took any Production gig I could find, learning what it meant to operate in the real world. This was the phase where I learned consistency, There was no safety net. You either delivered or you didn’t get called back. I was never satisfied working for someone else no matter how much my salary was, I knew I was destined to be in the arts. What helped me the most was being a professional in every situation. This is the biggest compliment I get from clients, and I believe it’s what helped me grow the most.

The turning point really came in 2021, when I got fired from my job as a housekeeping manager at a hospital. At that point I decided to step out on faith and go all in on my media career. about 3 months after being let go, I got the opportunity to join the media team at Christian Provision Ministries in my hometown of Sanford, which has been my longest standing contract to date.

I don’t think there was anything that could have sped up my process, as everything happens in God’s timing, not ours. I believe I was finally able to achieve my goal because I stopped relying solely on my efforts to get there.

Antrell, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

For me, GHME Films this isn’t just a business — it’s a calling. I started GHME Films with one goal in mind: to use the power of media to tell stories that matter and to help people see their vision come to life.
What makes us different is the heart behind what we do. I believe every story, whether it’s a church service, a wedding, a music video, or a documentary, carries a deeper meaning — and it deserves to be told with care, creativity, and excellence. My passion is not just in holding a camera, but in capturing the emotion, the message, and the impact that moments are meant to leave behind.
I also believe in equipping others. GHME Films doesn’t just show up, film, and leave — we empower. I take pride in training and coaching churches, small businesses, and individuals to use media as a tool to grow, connect, and inspire. Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about creating content — it’s about building community and sparking change.
At GHME Films, we’re not here to simply stand out — we’re here to make a difference.

Do you have any insights you can share related to maintaining high team morale?

Understand that people don’t work for you, you work for them! This is something I first heard from Gary Vaynerchuk. I work for the people by keeping and maintaining connections so there’s always a wedding to facilitate, a music video to produce, or a commercial to edit. I could do it all myself, however having a team that I can rely on, means I can complete more contacts. By giving young interns experience they build their resumes which will get them more work once they the pivot into their own careers. You must also be relatable to people, and understand each individual you work with to keep morale high. everyone won’t come to work motivated, but being able to be able to help them realize their purpose and importance, it’ll go a long way.

What do you think helped you build your reputation within your market?

Professionalism, Like I stated earlier, it’s the compliment I get the most. Treating every project the same, no matter the budget. Under promise and over deliver as if everything goes on the resume, so I give it 1000%.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://ghmefilmsonline.com
• Instagram: ghmefilms
• Youtube: ghmefilms

Image Credits

Lee Bowe, Tony Wooten