We were lucky to catch up with Luis Barbosa recently and have shared our conversation below.
Luis, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Do you take vacations? Why or why not?
Absolutely I do, everyone should. I think it’s necessary
Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers
My name is Luis Barbosa, I’m an IATSE Local 600 1st AC. What I do for work constitutes a variation of jobs inside the camera department and it varies depending on the type of production I get hired for. I’m a freelancer, so it goes from Camera Operating to Focus Pulling and all in between for projects like featured films, commercials, narrative series, music videos, and documentaries. I’ve had the virtue of working in a handful of amazing productions along these years that have made me who I am.
I’m extremely grateful for all the opportunities and all of the amazing and talented people I’ve met along the way who have helped me. I have many stories to share and I plan to keep working in the motion picture industry for at least a couple more years, looking forward to more experiences.
Is there mission driving your creative journey?
Oh absolutely, my mission is to keep learning and growing within the industry. I want to gain enough experience and begin to feel confident to be able to make my own narrative projects from beginning to end. That’d be my real challenge. That would define what comes next in my career.
Any advice for growing your clientele? What’s been most effective for you?
Communication is key, but the process is always the same. When it comes to the camera department, every production is different, which is why it is imperative to have an open line of communication with the client and the team. Never be afraid to ask questions and set yourself up for success.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.luismbarbosa.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luism.barbosa
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-barbosa-8346a6aa/