Into the Unknown: How Adventure Builds Confidence and Creative Power - with Filmmaker Ben Keller

In this episode, Erica D’Eramo sits down with award-winning filmmaker and creative professional Ben Keller, founder of Keller Media Works, to explore the intersection of art, adventure, and storytelling. From a career that began in sculpture and music A&R (Artists and Repertoire) to his current work in film and video production, Ben shares how diverse experiences—and a healthy dose of risk—have shaped his creative process.

Together, Ben and Erica discuss the power of lived experience in storytelling, the logistics of sustainable tourism video projects, and what it takes to stay calm (and creative) when plans fall apart. Whether you're a creative professional, entrepreneur, or someone navigating your own winding career path, this episode is full of practical insights and thoughtful reflections.

Topics Covered

• Ben’s unconventional career path from sculpture to music to filmmaking
• How lived experiences fuel creativity and storytelling
• Navigating risk and adversity in professional and creative work
• Behind-the-scenes stories from shoots in Hawaii and Colorado
• The role of sustainable tourism in video production
• Building authentic content through local partnerships
• Creativity and the value of changing environments
• Ben’s approach to client engagement and project development

Ben Keller is a filmmaker and the founder of Keller Media Works, a full-service film and video production company. With a background spanning sculpture, photography, music production, and travel, Ben brings a multi-disciplinary perspective to every project. He specializes in documentary storytelling, brand content, and commercial media—always with an emphasis on authenticity, adaptability, and impact.

Learn more about Ben’s work at kellermediaworks.com or follow him on Instagram at @kellermediaworks.

Resources & Links

• Keller Media Works: kellermediaworks.com 
• Follow Ben on Instagram: @kellermediaworks
• Ben's Sustainable Tourism Project: Rooted Journeys

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