From Lucasfilm to Doja Cat: Warren Fu Reveals How to Land Your Dream Directing Job

Author: Ourselves
Published: Mon 07 Apr 2025
Episode Link: https://ourselves.podbean.com/e/from-lucasfilm-to-doja-cat-warren-fu-reveals-how-to-land-your-dream-directing-job/

In this episode, visionary director Warren Fu shares an inspiring journey through his iconic work in music videos, his creative roots at Lucasfilm, and the delicate balance of creativity and burnout. We dive deep into his collaborations with legendary artists such as Doja Cat, Daft Punk, The Weeknd, and The Strokes. From overcoming immigrant family expectations and cultural differences to navigating the unpredictable worlds of directing music videos and commercials, Warren offers invaluable insights on the multifaceted role of a director, the importance of editing, and the future of filmmaking with AI.

00:00 Intro

02:54 The Importance of Editing in Directing

04:33 Balancing Creativity and Burnout

06:47 The Journey to Delegation and Trust

12:15 From Graffiti to Lucasfilm: A Creative Evolution

39:40 Visiting Skywalker Ranch

40:03 Quitting Lucasfilm to Pursue Directing

40:45 Immigrant Family Guilt

42:04 Cultural Differences Growing Up

50:44 Challenges of Directing

53:25 Pitching and Treatments

01:00:30 The Music Video Industry