Ep. 109 Collins Abbott White
- Author
- Jennifer Sutton
- Published
- Sun 21 Jul 2024
- Episode Link
- https://hello-chaos.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-109-collins-abbott-white-tkQWti_k
Today, we had the pleasure of speaking with Collins Abbott-White, the founder of Other Vision, and an old friend of mine.
Collins shared his entrepreneurial journey, which began in high school with a passion for filmmaking. Despite studying animation in college, he chose to stay in Greenville, feeling a unique connection to the place. His journey wasn't without challenges; he faced a lack of confidence and employability after grad school, which led him to create his own job out of necessity rather than ambition.
We discussed the dual nature of his work, balancing between commercial projects and his true passion for narrative filmmaking. Collins emphasized the importance of community and mentorship, sharing how he brings new faces onto projects to help them learn and grow in the industry. He also highlighted the recent growth in the film community in South Carolina, thanks to initiatives like Film Bar.
Collins debunked common myths about entrepreneurship, stressing that you don't need to have everything figured out before starting and that simply building something doesn't guarantee success. He shared his most rewarding moments, like seeing people he mentored succeed in the industry, and his biggest challenges, including financial instability and unexpected setbacks on major projects.
We also touched on his love for Magic the Gathering, his inspirations from anime, and his hopes for the future, including directing his first feature film. Collins left us with valuable advice he received from Toby Stansel about making decisions that align with company values, project goals, and individual readiness.
Join us next week for more real, raw, and unbiased founder stories. Remember, new episodes drop every Sunday. Until then, embrace the chaos!
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