Hit-N-Record
Welcome to Hit-N-Record! I'm Keno Manuel, a filmmaker, and I’m excited to bring you inspiring and insightful conversations with some of the most influential and creative minds in the creative space.
Each episode, I sit down with local creatives from filmmaking, photography, and other creative industries, offering you a unique perspective on their successes, challenges, and the lessons they've learned along the way.
Whether you're an aspiring filmmaking professional, an entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, I hope to provide and inspire you with the motivation and tools to unlock your potential and achieve your goals.
Join me every month on Spotify and Youtube, and become a part of the Hit-N-Record community!
Episodes
15 episodes since 2023
"Photography healed me by capturing others' love stories." | A Transformative Journey with Annika Do
How does one turn a simple digital camera into a tool for personal transformation? Join us as Annika Dobranina shares her incredible journey from mundane jobs to becoming a celebrated photographer. She opens up about how photographing couples i...
September 09, 2024
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Episode 14
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1:46:52
"Your follower count is meaningless—what really matters is the substance you create." | The Digital Landscape with Writer River Jack
Ever felt disheartened when your meticulously crafted content didn’t get the engagement you hoped for? Join us as we explore the highs and lows of being a digital content creator today. Through personal anecdotes and practical insights, we remi...
August 19, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:44:19
"After 7 Drafts, I Finally Knew It Was Good Enough" | Navigating the Creative Journey with Abe Knapp
Ever wondered how creatives keep their passion alive amidst the pressures of the industry? Join us as we sit down with a phenomenal artist who has navigated the highs and lows of the creative journey. Our guest opens up about the intricate bala...
August 05, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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2:05:36
"Every Project Is An Opportunity For Greatness" | Crafting Stories Through Music with Brooks Leibee
Unlock the secrets of film music and storytelling with Brooks Leiby, a multi-talented filmmaker and media composer. Brooks takes us on a remarkable journey from his early fascination with film scores to becoming a professional composer. Discove...
July 15, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:50:56
"There's No Such Thing As Bad Photos" | Capturing Memories and Navigating Creative Ethics with Photographer Jim Clark
What if you could capture the essence of a moment, preserving it for generations to come? Join us as we sit down with the incredibly talented photographer Jim Clark, who shares his journey through the ever-evolving world of photography. From th...
June 03, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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2:08:31
Living with Grief and Fatherhood with Quinn Erwin
Have you ever considered the symphony of experiences that compose a life? This episode is a moving narrative, featuring Quinn Erwin, an artist whose music is as much about the notes on the page as it is about the life that dances around them. E...
April 29, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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3:16:42
Walking the Talk as a Professional Model with Summer Eisenman
On today's episode, Summer takes us on her journey into her personal life and career as a professional model. We go into her tips and tricks for modeling, what inspires her as creative, and so much more!Summer Eisenman's socials:Ins...
March 11, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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2:00:59
Mastering Makeup Artistry with Anhelina Sira
On today's episode, we dive into Anhelina Sira's personal life and career experiences as a makeup artist. We go into her Ukrainian history, tips and tricks for aspiring MUA's, and so much more!Anhelina Sira's socials:Instagram: @sir...
February 05, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:27:19
The REAL Magic Trick Behind Visual Effects with Danny Joseph
On today's episode, we dive into Danny Joseph's journey in his career as a visual effects artist. We go into how we met, the importance of finding clarity and direction, and tips on managing multiple projects.Danny Joseph's socials:...
January 02, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:54:51
Capturing Life with Kayden Powell
In this episode of Hit-N-Record, we are diving into Kayden's life as a creative and photographer. This conversation is filled with drops of gems so we hope you enjoy it as much as we did.Kayden Powell's socials:Instagram: @capturedb...
December 04, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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2:00:10
Behind the Camera with Hunter Parke: Insights & Inspirations from a Creative Photographer
In this episode of Hit-N-Record, we're thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented photographer, Hunter Parke. Delve into the world of visual storytelling as Hunter shares his journey into photography, the nuances of running a creative business...
November 27, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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46:44
Creative Spotlight with Amanda MUAA
In this episode of Hit-N-Record, our special guest is one hell of a talented makeup artist and her name is Amanda Marie aka Amanda MUAA. We dive into how she got started, where she draws inspiration from, her social media and so much more in ou...
November 20, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:22:34
Business Lessons We Learned As A Creative
In this episode of Hit-N-Record, we talk what you need to know to get started as creative when it comes with dealing with business.
November 13, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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20:10
Happiness, creative struggles and solutions
On this episode of Hit-N-Record, we talk about three things: the last time we felt happy doing a project, pain points as a creative and how we solved them.
November 06, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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15:31
What is Hit-N-Record?
In this exciting video, we talk about Hit-N-Record by giving you an inside look at what our creative community is all about. From passionate artists and content creators to innovative storytellers, we're all about fostering a space where creati...
October 30, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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