Video Producer - Benjamin Schmidt

In this episode, Tiberius sits down with Benjamin Schmidt, the creative mind behind Schmedia, to explore the world of video production, storytelling, drones, editing, and content creation. Benjamin shares how a colorful TV production poster in his middle school cafeteria sparked a passion that eventually turned into a career creating high-quality content for businesses, podcasts, educational projects, commercials, and more. From making pirate and sci-fi videos as a kid to studying at the Nicholson School of Communication at UCF, Benjamin takes us through his journey of building a career behind the camera. He shares what makes a video truly engaging, why storytelling matters more than flashy graphics, and how beginners can start creating professional content—even with just a smartphone. In this episode, you'll discover: • How Benjamin's passion for video production began in seventh grade • What Schmedia does and the types of content Benjamin creates • Why storytelling is the foundation of every great video • The difference between filming and editing—and which one can take more time • Common mistakes beginners make with camera angles, framing, and white balance • How long it can really take to create a short professional video • Why your smartphone can be a powerful tool for content creation • The difference between traditional camera drones and FPV drones • How gaming and drone simulators can help you learn to fly • Benjamin's experience studying media production at UCF • How his internship helped prepare him for the real world of video production • How technology has transformed video production over the years • Tips for helping people feel comfortable on camera • Advice for teenagers who want to become content creators • Why Benjamin believes young creators should stop second-guessing themselves • How math, coding, creativity, and video production all work together Benjamin also shares some hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, talks about his love for drones, video games, and Star Wars, and gives valuable advice for young people interested in pursuing a career in media. During Math Corners, Benjamin helps break down the real amount of time it takes to create a promotional video, proving that there is much more work behind the scenes than most people realize. Whether you're interested in videography, editing, drones, content creation, filmmaking, gaming, or turning a creative passion into a career, this episode is packed with fun stories, practical advice, and valuable lessons for students and aspiring creators. Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below: If you could create a video anywhere in the world, where would you go and what would you film? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.