Life is like a movie, and every day is a new scene. You may stumble upon challenging roles and face unexpected obstacles, but remember, every great story has a hero who rises above it all. So, embrace the plot twists, enjoy the action, and ensure it's a story worth watching. Sometimes in life, we get trapped in spaces where we used to be, and so we deprive ourselves of the chance to discover more of what our eyes couldn't see at the moment and what our minds couldn't still grasp. We must therefore realize that every opportunity to grow is worth the try because, in this way, we allow ourselves to explore more of what we're capable of doing and be in spaces wherein we can contribute meaningfully.
Moreover, we must always keep in mind that every work we do portrays who we are. Hence, despite our self-doubts, we must remain persistent and determined in what we do because everyone will receive their unique opportunities in time.
Demarcus Leflore, also known as Filmanati, is a father, digital creator, videographer, and award-winning cinematographer. Demarcus has been making videos mainly for birthday parties and weddings but is now taking a switch to make sports-related videos for Jackson State University. Demarcus is also part of a production crew wherein they document monumental football events and share the inside look at how these players surmount the highs and lows in sports to unite as one toughened community.
In this second part of our special episode with Demarcus Leflore, we will learn about the challenges he encountered when he stepped outside of music video production and embraced opportunities, along with his courage to let go and move forward. Today's episode will help us realize that though an uncertain situation causes us to doubt our abilities, we must always take the courage to see the bigger picture. Be captivated by the life of Demarcus as he continues to present us the life and struggles of a cinematographer and how he carries the weight of the camera on his shoulder as he carries it on his heart and motivation.
"A huge part about being a filmmaker is getting to tell people's story the authentic way." – Demarcus Leflore
Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:08) Part II: An Episode with Demarcus Leflore.
(00:01:02) How can you determine your value?
(00:02:20) Understanding your actual worth.
(00:03:10) How does Demarcus treasure his being a music video producer?
(00:04:00) The challenge is to give up producing music videos.
(00:06:27) Your work portrays who you are.
(00:07:12) To go ahead and let go.
(00:08:37) Uncertainty of the future often produces self-doubt.
(00:10:46) How does Demarcus shift his perspective clouded with worries?
(00:12:12) Life is like a movie.
(00:16:11) Nobody owed us anything.
(00:17:06) The Pickle Ball Videographer Specialist
(00:18:35) No position is permanent: We can still make mistakes.
(00:19:53) How Coach Prime Production Crew treated Demarcus as a family?
(00:21:22) Appreciate your unique opportunity.
(00:23:01) Quick Reminder: Are you enjoying this episode? Please share it, leave a five-star review, and give feedback. Go to TimeOut with the SportsDr website. https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/reviews/
(00:24:58) Thank God and Keep your feet on the ground.
(00:27:58) Looking forward to a year of opportunities.
(00:29:35) Demarcus' aim is to help creativity flow in JSU
(00:35:21) The Jackson Water Crisis Documentary
(00:36:44) How Demarcus handled his first documentary production
(00:37:39) The Rolling Fork documentary
(00:38:51) Stories of hope and kindness despite the challenge
(00:41:08) Telling people's stories the authentic way.
(00:42:21) Where to connect with Demarcus Leflore
(00:43:30) Appreciation for Coach Prime
(00:45:38) Outro
Key Takeaways:
"Sometimes, we don't see that we're special until somebody else comes in and says we are." – Dr. Derrick Burgess
"Your work portrays who you are, so be your best you." – Demarcus Leflore
"When people sit you down and have a heart-to-heart talk with you, that's when you know they care about you." – Demarcus Leflore
"Appreciate the people that truly believe in you." – Demarcus Leflore
Connect with Demarcus Leflore:
Email: Filmanatiproductions@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Filmanati/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Filmanati
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demarcus-leflore-16957314a/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmanati/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@filmanatiproductions1783/
Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess:
Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg
Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com
