#72 - Jakob Owens - Building Freedom as a Filmmaker
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In this episode of The Creative Gap Podcast filmmaker and entrepreneur Jakob Owens, explores the balance between creative ownership, freelance life, and building sustainable businesses. Jakob talks about the importance of creating freedom in his career so he can prioritize family and personal life, while also navigating the challenges of criticism and self-doubt when putting himself out publicly through YouTube, podcasts, and business ventures. The discussion covers financial literacy for creatives—how to think about investments, debt, and cutting unnecessary expenses—as well as the value of trustworthy business partners and building projects that align with personal passion. Jakob also shares how fitness, discipline, and pushing through hard challenges shape his mindset as both a filmmaker and entrepreneur. The episode closes with reflections on evolving beliefs, communication in relationships, and Jakob’s excitement about upcoming projects with Prism Lens FX.
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