The Production Playbook

🎧Kaleel Zibe is a #music #producer in the electronic world, and has recently risen to fame with his track "Rise". We dive into the world of #music #production and how it accompanies #filmmaking. Kaleel is also a talented filmmaker, working on thought-provoking films that capture deep emotions of the human condition. His journey has even landed him in Africa, where he and his business partner have established safari photography excursions.🎙️Nathan MarlowJakob Scott JohnsonGulf Coast Studios#productionplaybook #podcast #gcs ---🎥 THE PRODUCTION PLAYBOOK FULL EPISODE#14 https://youtu.be/boQpRlJzxIQ?si=LL-1p18HVXWDqbiu---📺Watch the full project walk-through of "Rise": https://youtu.be/jDlJAp4B9ME?si=E3LqIsBPeXaEBrzAFollow Kaleel:https://kaleelzibe.com---Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)--- Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"!Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF!--©2026 Gulf Coast Studios

We have a new podcast out! 🎙️ VFX in the 2010's Until Now and Storytelling with Jeremy Cho // Production PlaybookEp 13 with Nathan Marlow and Jakob Scott Johnson just dropped with the super talented Jeremy Cho! Don't want to miss this one! 🎧Jeremy Cho is an accomplished #VFX artist with many years in the industry. He worked on several #Hollywood #movies, including #PiratesoftheCaribbean, #Twilight, #Ted, #HarryPotter, and more. In this episode, he recalls what the industry was like in the early 2010's and how things have changed, and what led to a major shift in VFX work as the industry evolved.See the full Ep here 👇https://youtu.be/HeAdQ-BWZGcFollow us:- https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlow- https://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdp- https://www.gulfcoaststudios.io- https://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/

New Podcast Drop!🎙️In this episode of #theproductionplaybook, Nathan Marlow and Jakob Scott Johnson catch up with Ryan T Johnson to discuss gaffing on the recent film "Virgin Birth", finding #distribution for self-produced #films, and what he believes the future of #filmmaking looks like. Ryan T. Johnson is a multicultural actor, #producer, #writer, and #musician from Los Angeles, California. He is known for having co-founded CineMammoth Productions, a production company that uses narratives to minister powerful messages. Full Episode here: 👇https://youtu.be/s9uailTw_1cFollow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"!Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️#productionplaybook #podcast #gcs

"First Century Filmmaking with Daric Gates // Production Playbook"Join us Nathan Marlow Jakob Scott Johnson as we sit down with filmmaker Daric Gates to talk about his latest #film "Virgin Birth", an emotional, faith-based drama about Mary's journey leading up to the birth of Jesus. GCS had the honor of being involved with the project since its pre-production phase, and we look forward to sharing it with you! 🎥 📺 Full Ep here 👇https://youtu.be/pamJUUuy7GgFollow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios#klove #filmmaking #podcast #gcs #theproductionplaybook

⬆️ next on the #ProductionPlaybook 🎧In this episode, Nathan Marlow and Jakob Scott Johnson sit down with award winning colorist Gino Amadori, CSI 🔴🟢🔵 to talk all things #colorgrading, #visualstorytelling, and his work on our recent commercial for the City of #OceanSprings, #Mississippi. 🎨✨We dive into the creative process behind the grade, how Gino uses color to shape emotion, and what tools and techniques he relies on for cinematic results. Whether you're a #filmmaker, #editor, or just love behind-the-scenes content, this conversation is packed with insights.Full Podcast here 👇https://youtu.be/k7dRiTb5RfkFollow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios#ColorGrading #FilmmakingPodcast #OceanSprings #PostProduction #VideoEditing #Colorist #Cinematography #BehindTheScenes

Josh Tackett The Audio Planet for coming on #theproductionplaybookpodcast! In this episode, we sit down with Josh Tackett, a seasoned #composer and #sounddesigner whose work spans #featurefilms, #documentaries, and #TV series. Josh breaks down the key differences between composing music and designing sound, sharing behind-the-scenes insights into how each craft shapes a viewer's experience.SEASON 1: EPISODE 9Nathan Marlow Jakob Scott JohnsonFrom creating emotional scores to building immersive soundscapes, Josh dives into: 🎬The creative process for scoring vs. sound design🎥Challenges unique to film, doc, and TV workflows🎧Tools, techniques, and storytelling through audioFull Episode here 👇https://youtu.be/ec7vzMmDy3gFollow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios

✍️ to Picture: The Process of Grammy-Nominated Composer David Das: David Das is a composer based in Los Angeles, California. He has worked on numerous feature films, documentaries, and even collaborated on a #Grammy-nominated song with Aaron Lazar. In this episode, we explore the decision-making process involved in scoring music for #films and how #directors collaborate with #composers to create captivating soundtracks. #daviddas Full Episode here 👇https://youtu.be/i6i83stRM9wFollow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios#nathanmarlow #jakobjohnson #productionplaybook #podcast

🎥💡Breaking into the film industry is no easy feat. But what if you could climb from a production assistant (PA) to a producer in record time? In this episode, we sit down with Chad Gundersen and Out of Order Studios to discuss the hustle, challenges, and triumphs of building a career in film production—culminating in producing one of the most talked-about series, "The Chosen". Gulf Coast Studios Jakob Scott Johnson Nathan MarlowFull Episode here👇https://youtu.be/1hMaJOVItRwFollow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios

In this episode of *The Production Playbook*, we sit down with filmmaker John Beck-Hofmann to discuss his journey in the film industry, the challenges he has faced, and memorable stories from his time in Los Angeles, including projects with NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory,Discovery Channel and Tyranny the Series. John shares invaluable insights for aspiring filmmakers and movie enthusiasts, detailing his experiences of nearly getting fired and navigating the ups and downs of his career. Don't miss this candid conversation filled with inspiration and real-world experiences! Full Episode here👇https://youtu.be/lz3Me06CW2gFollow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios

In this episode, we’re diving into the world of directing non-actors in the corporate world, and how that compares to directing and acting in movies.Full episode here👇https://youtu.be/sIf8QWjmgf0Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios

We're thrilled to have Daric Gates on the podcast today! Daric is an accomplished, award-winning, director, producer, and writer. He has a background in feature films, documentaries, and TV series.Full Episode here👇https://youtu.be/Ua4nHK0Upf8Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios

Should you rent or own your production gear? Is it worth breaking the bank? In this episode, we're talking about which gear is better to rent versus which gear is better to own. Jakob and Nathan also discuss which camera and lens combinations are great to keep as in-house kits.Full Episode here👇https://youtu.be/TkCknblMSB8Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios

Spec ads are a great way to show off your skills to potential clients. They're also creatively rewarding because you have complete control of the project. We did this spec ad for Puma in 2 days with just 2 crew members.Full Episode here👇https://youtu.be/6V_V-Y4bT14Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios

Can Insta360 cameras be used in professional productions? We dive into the pros and cons of using these cameras on set and the limitations we have encountered.Full Episode here👇https://youtu.be/t7MC7a0R1Z0Follow us:https://www.instagram.com/nathanpmarlowhttps://www.instagram.com/jakobscottdphttps://www.gulfcoaststudios.iohttps://linktr.ee/gulfcoaststudios (Podcast links here)---🎥 Check out BackLot Supply: https://backlotsupply.io/We're giving away our new sound pack: "Sonic Volumes: Construction Ambience Vol. 1"! Use coupon code "heybacklot" at checkout for 100% OFF! 🎞️--For professional inquiries: [email protected]©2025 Gulf Coast Studios