Amigos Pod

Anders Engebretsen photographs wildlife, birds and landscapes, capturing moments that require patience and precision.With a full-time job and photography as a passion, he shares the balance between family life and creative work, and why turning it into a career comes with risk. We talk about approaching animals, camera settings for still subjects, and finding locations without overcrowding them.He also documents the lifestyle on YouTube, testing gear and showing what it takes behind the scenes, and reflects on being nominated for the Sony World Photography Awards.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODFollow Anders Engebretsen:https://www.instagram.com/andersmenge/

Sebastian Jacobsen shares how living in Chile for six months changed his perspective on work, ambition and opportunity.Working with artists, models and musicians in Santiago, he built his network by reaching out and doing free work, focusing on growth over payment. We talk about Janteloven, the difference between Norway and abroad, and how a simple DM led to his work being published in the international fashion and culture magazine Kaltblut.He also reflects on how travelling outside Norway gave him a new perspective on the culture back home, and why creatives need to collaborate more and be better at backing themselves.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODFollow Sebastian Jacobsen:https://www.instagram.com/sebastiankjacobsen/

Anders Mol is one of the best beach volleyball players in the world and part of a new generation of athletes building their own platform through content.He shares how stepping in front of the camera went from uncomfortable to becoming a tool that boosted both his confidence and career. We talk about going viral, letting go of perfection, and why showing personality matters just as much as performance today.In a world where athletes compete for attention as much as results, this conversation explores what it really takes to stay relevant and why documenting your journey is part of the game.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODFollow Anders Mol:https://www.instagram.com/andybmol/

Thomas Brun went from film school to being thrown into a podcast studio — suddenly interviewing legendary photographer Greg Gorman.He shares how that moment changed everything, and why understanding people matters more than knowing gear. We talk about making yourself valuable, learning skills like After Effects, and going through the phase where you try everything just to find your lane.From building a podcast to putting your work out consistently, this conversation is about doing the work, figuring things out as you go, and creating your own opportunities.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODFollow Thomas Brun:https://www.instagram.com/thomasbrunfilm/

National team gymnast Fredrik has spent over a decade competing at the highest level, including European and Northern European Championships.Alongside elite sport, he runs his own podcast and YouTube channel while studying, using social media to bring more attention to gymnastics. We talk about building an audience, repeating what works, and why showing personality beyond the sport matters.Fredrik also opens up about the reality of being a gymnast — from the challenge of getting sponsorships to using content as a way to create opportunities.This conversation explores how athletes can take control of their own platform and build something beyond competition.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODFollow Fredrik:https://www.instagram.com/fredrikbaas/

Content creator Håvard Kilvær combines working in a kindergarten with producing content for clients like Red Bull and documenting athletes such as Karsten Warholm.He shares why he chooses stability over going all-in, and how boundaries, family life and long-term thinking shape the way he works. We talk about the real cost of always saying yes — especially when work starts taking over the time that matters most.Håvard also opens up about hitting a wall after pushing too hard, leading to panic attacks and the decision to seek help. He reflects on mental health, slowing down, and the importance of supporting others in a competitive industry.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODFollow Håvard Kilvær:https://www.instagram.com/havard_andre/

Filmmaker Marius Hansen works with clients around the world including Red Bull Norway and JCP.Using a simple setup like a Sony A7S III and a 24–70 lens, he developed a style that stands out without relying on a lot of gear. We talk about building trust with clients, why networking takes time, and why being a good person to work with matters just as much as creative skill.Marius also shares his mindset of treating creative work like a video game — where every project becomes a mission and every payment is experience points toward the next level.We also dive into one of his early breakthroughs: creating the documentary series “Døds or Die”. Marius wrote the script, developed the characters, filmed and edited the entire series himself before it aired on TV2 through a media agreement with the Døds Diving Federation.From convincing a ski club to pay him 2000 kroner for his first video at 17, to building a career working with international clients, this conversation explores what it really takes to turn creativity into a long-term profession.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODFollow Mariushttps://www.instagram.com/hariusmansen/

In this episode of Amigos Pod we sit down with filmmaker and creative entrepreneur Tim Werner.Tim started content creation at a later stage than most, but quickly turned it into his full-time career. We talk about the reality of building a creative life from scratch — risking your savings, navigating the loneliness of freelancing, and learning how to trust others with your clients without compromising quality.Tim shares the lessons he learned from working several 9–5 jobs, struggling with self-esteem after a difficult military experience, and eventually deciding to bet on himself and pursue freelancing full time. We also dive into the importance of building a network, knowing your value, and why connecting with other creatives earlier could change everything.If you’re trying to build a creative career or thinking about leaving the 9–5 life, this episode offers an honest look at what it really takes.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODFollow Tim Werner:https://www.instagram.com/tiimwerner/

In Episode 3, photographer Emma Haugen joins us to talk about building a career in sports, fitness, and music photography. She has worked with major clients like SATS, artists, and photographed the first Norwegian female DJ at Tomorrowland.We discuss what it’s like working as a woman in a predominantly male industry, how she connects with clients to capture real emotions, and the intense reality of shooting weddings during Norway’s high season.Emma also shares insights on building long-term client relationships, creating community through social media, and collaborating with Sony Nordic to test new gear.This episode is about confidence, curiosity, and learning every part of the craft — from pressing the shutter to running the business.Follow Amigos Pod:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@amigos_podFollow Emma Haugen:https://www.instagram.com/haugenmediaa/

In Episode 2, Åsmund Groven shares how he went from earning a bachelor in Cyber Technology to chasing cinematic filmmaking full-time.While studying, he already had paying clients — but didn’t know how to make it sustainable. After realizing cyber security wasn’t for him, he traveled solo through Vietnam and Bali before spending half a year on exchange in Australia. He wanted freedom, not a traditional path.We talk color grading, capturing maximum information in-camera, failing often, doubting your discipline, and learning the business side through entrepreneurship.This episode is about trusting your instincts, moving at your own pace, and building something that actually feels right.

In Episode 1, Oliver Nicholls shares his journey into video creation and motion graphics — the grind, the rejections, and what it really takes to build from nothing.We talk mental health, feeling alone, the power of networking, and why hearing “no” is part of the process.If you’re chasing something and need a reminder to keep going — this one’s for you.Follow Amigos Pod on:https://www.instagram.com/amigospod/https://www.youtube.com/@AMIGOS_PODGet to know Oliver's work:https://www.instagram.com/nichollsmedia/