Brandon C. Ricks

@brandoncricks

Brandon is a creative strategist, writer, and Substack contributor with 15+ years leading projects in film, TV, music, digital, and entertainment.
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First time shooting in New Jersey! We were able to assemble an outstanding crew for our client's shoot! DP/Cam Op: @realgeorgel Cam Op: @naturalfidelitymedia Photographer: @sarahwentzil Audio Engineer: @raymondkleinschmidt HMU: @the_perfectlook #production #newjersey
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13 days ago
Out here in Redwood City with the CodeLaunch team. 5,000 startups. 700 investors. All chasing the next big thing. We pulled up with a simple challenge: Pitch your startup in 60 seconds Win $1,000 toward your business And let me tell you… when that camera turns on, everything gets real. No fluff. No hiding. Just clarity, confidence, and conviction. This is why I love the startup space. You see immediately who understands what they’re building… and who doesn’t. Energy out here is different. Let’s build. #Startups #CodeLaunch #EntrepreneurLife #Innovation #Founders BuildInPublic
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13 days ago
POV: The Dallas crew comes to New Jersey for a legendary interview 🎥🎬 Yesterday we had the pleasure of filming two former mob figures who have both turned their lives around in beautiful ways, @robert.borelliministries and NJ councilman @johnalite . The crew was amazing and the shoot went flawlessly. We ran a 5 camera set-up and I can’t wait for you guys to see the full interview on YouTube, but in the meanwhile here’s just a few BTS shots 📸 Director/Producer: @brandoncricks , @productionmasterminds Director of Photography/Editor: @realgeorgel , @gl7studios Camera Operator/Colorist: @naturalfidelitymedia Set Photographer: @sarahwentzil MUA: @the_perfectlook Sound Engineer: @raymondkleinschmidt
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24 days ago
Grateful for the opportunity to work alongside @realgeorgel , a true professional whose attention to detail, creative eye, and consistency elevate every project he touches. From production to post, George brings a level of care and execution that makes the work better and the process smoother. As he steps into an exciting new chapter in Philadelphia, I’m wishing him nothing but continued growth and success. The city is gaining a strong creative leader. If you’re looking for high-level production or post-production work, I highly recommend connecting with George and his company @gl7studios . Solid work, solid character, solid results. Honored to collaborate with you, my friend. Onward and upward. #ProductionMasterminds #GL7Studios #CreativeCollaboration #VideoProduction #PostProduction CreativeProfessionals
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4 months ago
Hug the cactus. Have you heard that phrase? We run—hard and fast—from anything that makes us uncomfortable. But the key to growth, the key to freedom, is actually embracing discomfort and getting uncomfortable. @brandoncricks knows that all too well. He ran from discomfort for a long time. Even though he was successful in so much, he was still hiding. Masking. Numbing. When he finally got comfortable with being uncomfortable, though, things changed. He tells his full story—including the messy parts where he almost ended it all—in episode 31 of the “Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic” podcast. 👉 ChristianAlcoholic.com
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5 months ago
Strong content begins with a team that’s dialed in, aligned, and ready to execute. #ProductionLife #BehindTheScenes #dallasproduction #productionmasterminds
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5 months ago
We are pleased to share that Jail Tales has been selected to premiere at @indieshortfest in Los Angeles! This marks the beginning of our festival journey, and we couldn’t be more excited. Three stories. One jail. Zero rules. Reality flips on its head. Identities blur. And the truth? Not what you think. 🔥 CAST @actorlestergreene @officialtorrieferguson @detuanwilliams @tommydwilsonjr @mrmadisonaders @just_jermarcus @medlockbelike and Atarah Hooten 🎥 CREW Dir: @0rievans Writer: @leethemyth DP: @adrianthims 1st AD: @shalomgibtsawi DIT: @brybryo Sound: @tomahawkjonez BTS: @_aroeye Producers: @brandonricks @jossernaut PM: @syd.bos Casting: @jasonmitchellactor 👉 More festival announcements coming soon. Stay tuned. #JailTales #PosterLaunch #IndieFilm #SciFiComedy #Thriller #BlackFilmmakers #ShortFilm #FilmFestival #FestivalRun
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5 months ago
Focused on the mission, driven by the goal, and sometimes tired! 😂 #LeadershipInProduction #CreativeExecution #FocusAndDiscipline #productionmasterminds
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5 months ago
Turning real conversations into standout content because your story deserves to be heard. #ContentProduction #VideoMarketing #PodcastProduction #ProductionMasterminds
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5 months ago
Real leadership feels less like directing a team and more like quietly lifting each other up until the whole room works better. #productionmasterminds #videoproduction #production #dallasvideoproduction #behindthescene
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5 months ago
We turn conversation into content that leads, educates, and resonates. #ProductionMasterminds #VideoProduction #production #dallasvideoproduction #podcastproduction #filmproduction
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5 months ago
Great work flows easier when the team actually enjoys the process. Energy, trust, and real collaboration always show up on camera. #ProductionMasterminds #VideoProduction #production #dallasvideoproduction #BehindTheScenes
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5 months ago