Building a Creative Career Through Consistency and Opportunity

This episode dives into the journey of videographer Eric Castaños and how he built his career through consistency, networking, and saying yes to opportunities that most people overlook.Eric shares how he got his start shooting anything he could from product photography and restaurant work to weddings and events, using every opportunity to sharpen his skills and gain real-world experience.The conversation breaks down how small connections led to bigger opportunities, eventually opening doors into the CrossFit space and working alongside high-level athletes and brands.They also talk about the importance of creating your own reps, documenting real moments, and how personal projects play a major role in developing your creative style over time.In this episode, we discuss:- How Eric got started in photography and video- Building skills through product, restaurant, and event work- Why networking and relationships open doors- Landing opportunities in the CrossFit space- The importance of shooting consistently and creating your own reps- How personal projects shape your creative style- Learning to document real moments, not just capture visuals- Balancing paid work with creative growth- Why saying yes early on accelerates your career- Turning small gigs into long-term opportunitiesThis episode is for creatives, videographers, and anyone trying to break into the industry by building momentum from the ground up.Watch or listen to Capture the Reps Podcast every week Thursdays @11:00PM PSTYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JTHealySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ngElayXWgbvV8tgJUR8QEApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/capture-the-reps-podcast/id1802393762Follow us, stay updated and catch behind the scenes footage on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capturetherepspodcast/