How to Turn Your Creative Passion into a Successful Career with Musician & Filmmaker Chris Hershman
The Tour Life
English - April 02, 2024 09:30 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB - ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsMusic Interviews Music Health & Fitness Mental Health bands health coach mental health musician cpt inhc fitness life advice musicians self help Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Chris Hershman's work has been published by NPR, The Grammys, Rolling Stone, Paste, and Consequence of Sound, among others. His stories of touring with bands straight out of high school, transitioning into filmmaking with a simple Nikon camera feature, and eventually becoming a Nikon Ambassador shed light on the power of persistence, creativity, and the importance of gratitude. From capturing live sessions with the Alabama Shakes and Brittany Howard to touring with Switchfoot and embracing the freelance life, Chris's narrative is a testament to following one's passion against all odds. Join us as we dive deep into Chris's journey, his reflections on personal growth, and his advice for aspiring creatives.
Featured Moments:
[00:00:00] Introduction to Chris Hershman
[00:01:42] Early Days & Inspirations
[00:03:54] The Leap of Faith: Touring with Bands
[00:07:39] From Guitar Center to Filmmaking
[00:19:59] Navigating Freelance Challenges
[00:22:16] Gear, Travel, and Financial Management
[00:27:23] Finding Work-Life Balance
[00:44:34] Chris's Advice for Aspiring Creatives
Join our community:
@j9richards
@thetourlifepodcast
@q101chicago
Explore more about Chris Hershman:
@chrishershman
https://chrishershman.com
Alabama Shakes Music video filmed by Chris
For those who love deep-dives into creative processes, behind-the-scenes stories of the music industry, and heartfelt discussions on navigating life's challenges, this episode is a must-listen. Follow @j9richards for updates, reflections, and more exclusive content from The Tour Life.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.