Episode 1: Who Am I

Who Am I and what should you know about Director’s Viewfinder Podcast?

Derek Johnson is the host a filmmaker with over 10 years of experience in the film industry.

The Director's Viewfinder podcast explores filmmaking, focusing on independent filmmaking's art, craft, and business. The podcast features stories, challenges, and triumphs from filmmakers, offering insights and inspiration for those seeking to navigate the evolving world of independent filmmaking.

Listen to the episode here.

Do you want to learn how to become a successful Filmmaker?

Are you curious about the journey of a successful Filmmaker?

If so, this podcast is for YOU!

Derek Johnson is a successful Filmmaker with over 10 years of experience in the industry. In this episode, He will share his journey and lessons learned along the way. So whether you are just starting in filmmaking or you desire to take your career to the next level, This podcast is for You.

You’ll Learn

• 00:01:54 - Derek Inspiration #1

• 00:02:45 - Derek’s Fears (Is Filming a pipe dream?)#2

• 00:04:01 - Film Making is Not a Mystery #3

• 00:05:10 - How I Became a New Yorker #4

• 00:08:13 - Early Days in my career ( Experience working on Set) #5

• 00:09:26 - My Transition to success in film making #6

• 00:11:57 - I realized Film making was my calling #7

• 00:13:35 - My Life Lesson #8

• 00:15:59 - Thanks for Listening (You should Grab my Survival Guide) #9

• 00:17:50 - Why I Use Anchor for Recording #10

Resource Links

Werner Herzhog

One of my original mentors home page.

In Memorium 911 The World Trade Center HBO

Here is the IMDB page for my first feature credit and Emmy

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• Also, on Apple podcast and others coming soon.