Discovering the World of Commercial Production with Amy Kawahara of Expedia Group

Amy Kawahara joins me to share insights from her role as Senior Producer at Expedia Group. In this episode, Amy delves into the intricacies of producing high-caliber commercials, her experiences working with top-tier talent and the importance of understanding every facet of your job.

Key Takeaways:

(00:00) Amy discusses her work with the NBA and talents like Nikola Jokić and Jimmy Butler.
(03:14) Producing is 90% problem-solving and 10% babysitting; Amy explains the day-to-day responsibilities.
(05:07) Amy reflects on her time producing live news, emphasizing the fast-paced nature of the industry.
(06:11) She shares her experience working on an iPhone spot with The Rock.
(09:30) Amy talks about her preference for working behind the camera and how it suits her skill set.
(11:23) The challenge of burnout in production and the importance of taking breaks.
(13:22) The value of learning every aspect of your job to better communicate and collaborate with team members.
(15:25) Inspiration can come from anywhere — movies, TV shows and even museum visits.
(19:06) Amy emphasizes the importance of everyone being a good fit on her teams.

Resources Mentioned:

Central European University Press
Expedia Group
NBA
iPhone
The Rock
Nikola Jokić
Jimmy Butler

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