Episode 65 - Howie Zales | HJZ Productions & Viridity Entertainment Services
In this episode Brian gets to hear behind-the-screen stories from Emmy Award-winning Camera Operator Howie Zales. Howie shares his entrepreneurial journey and how it all started with one opportunity - an opportunity that changed the trajectory of his career.
Learn how Howie started two companies - HJZ Productions, a nationwide provider of top broadcasting talent and Viridity Entertainment Services, a high-quality live-streaming service.
Brian and Howie take a look at how the consumption of media today is changing the world of sports. Howie also discusses his longtime relationship with John Gonzalez. You’ll hear about Howie’s TV Sports Course, and so much more, which explains why Howie is so good at what he does.
If you only have 10 minutes:
1:34 - Learn about Howie’s businesses and the background that led him to television sports
6:15 - The pandemic pivot to live-streaming and fully virtual productions with “remote capture kits”
12:00 - How did Howie end up shooting events like the Super Bowl, Kentucky Derby, Olympics, and Wrestle Mania?
16:00 - Media for a different generation
20:57 - Learn about Howie’s TV Sports Course
26:00 - The lowest point of being an entrepreneur
27:00 - Don’t miss the rapid fire round which covers Howie’s favorite events, pro athletes, and workout routine!
Thanks for joining us on the show, Howie, it was great chatting with you! Cheers!
HAPPY ½ HOUR DRINKS:
Mutant X by Oskar Blues Brewery - Brian rates it a 3 out of 5
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