We recently had the chance to connect with Tyler Ochart and have shared our conversation below.
Tyler, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: When was the last time you felt true joy?
To be honest, I find true joy every single day when I look into my daughter’s eyes or see her smile. She’s 2 and a half, and even on my absolute worst days, the moment I see her face, hear her sweet little voice, or catch her goofy laugh, it’s like everything else fades away. I get to feel true joy almost every day simply because she’s in my life, and that’s something I’ll never take for granted.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Tyler Ochart, and I’m the owner and cinematographer at Ochart Cinematic, a brand that originally started as All Tyed Up Films (a little play on my name) and has since grown into something that’s truly a reflection of who I am. My love for film started at a young age, I’ve always been captivated by the way a camera can tell stories, capture emotion, and preserve memories in a powerful, visual way.
That passion eventually led me to film school in 2020, where I graduated as valedictorian with a 4.0 GPA and earned my Bachelor of Science in Cinematography. But the heart of my work goes far beyond my education. I bring care, precision, and storytelling into every frame I film or photograph. My brand is built on being intentional, personal, and people-centered.
And I don’t do it alone. My amazing wife Francesca is a huge part of Ochart Cinematic, and honestly, I thank God for her every single day. She’s the heart, the charm, and the personality behind what we do, especially since I’m an awkward mess who struggles with conversation half the time (seriously, I’m better behind the camera). Francesca comes to nearly every wedding or shoot and, completely on her own, goes above and beyond to take care of our clients, whether that’s fixing a veil, grabbing water, or simply being a calming presence.
Together, we treat every client like a friend. This isn’t just a job, it’s something we love. Whether we’re capturing a wedding, a family, or a small business, we’re here to tell your story in the most intentional and heartfelt way possible.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What relationship most shaped how you see yourself?
Without a doubt, it’s the relationship I have with my wife. When I first met her, back when she was my girlfriend, I was pretty much a couch potato. I wasn’t pushing myself, wasn’t chasing anything, and honestly felt like a bit of a failure. But she saw something in me from the very beginning. She supported me, but also challenged me, encouraged me to go to film school, to believe in myself, and to start my business. She gave me the courage to put myself out there and do something that mattered to me.
Because of her, I’ve grown so much. I’m still a work in progress (and let’s be real, we all feel like a failure sometimes), but when I look back at the last 5–6 years, I see someone who’s accomplished a lot. Someone who shows up, who tries harder, who’s more confident and driven. And honestly, this is now how I see myself, not through a lens of failure, but of growth, purpose, and becoming who I was always capable of being.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
I’ve gone through a lot in life, especially when it comes to mental health. Depression, anxiety… you know, classic millennial struggles. Over the years, especially in my late teens and into adulthood, I’ve had to face these challenges head-on. And while I still deal with them, I’ve learned to use that suffering as a tool rather than a burden.
Suffering taught me resilience in a way success never could. It taught me how to push through the noise in my head that says I’m not enough. It taught me how to recognize that my depression and anxiety don’t define me, and that I’m actually stronger than I give myself credit for. Even my social anxiety, which used to hold me back in big ways, became something I’ve learned to navigate rather than avoid.
I’ve realized that a big part of why I struggled to move forward or succeed earlier in life was because of these internal battles. But facing them, struggling through them, has given me perspective, strength, and a deeper drive. Success never taught me that. Suffering did.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a belief you used to hold tightly but now think was naive or wrong?
For a long time, I genuinely believed that your friends and family would be your biggest supporters. I mean, 15 years ago (yeah, I’m dating myself), when I was deep in the music and band scene, I relied heavily on that support. I expected friends and family to share our shows on social media, show up, cheer us on. And I held onto that belief for years. Every creative project I launched, from music, to YouTube skits, to podcasts, and eventually my business, Ochart Cinematic, I believed they’d be my personal cheer squad. Like my own built-in marketing team.
But time and time again, I was let down. The support I expected never really came. Friends didn’t share the band’s new show, didn’t repost my latest video, didn’t comment or hype up the things I put my heart into. No one really shared my business either. These were the people who were supposed to be there, and it hurt when they weren’t. (Big exception: my wife, she’s been my rock through it all.)
Eventually, I realized how naive that belief was. Not because those people don’t care, I know they do , but because people just don’t think that way. They have their own lives, their own stuff going on. And honestly, I’ve learned that strangers are often the ones who lift you up the most. The people who’ve never met you will support you louder than the ones who’ve known you forever. It’s wild, but it’s real.
Letting go of that belief has been freeing. I no longer rely on people I know to validate my passion. I create for me, and for the people who do show up, whoever they are.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. Could you give everything your best, even if no one ever praised you for it?
This actually ties right into my last answer. I’ve always given my best to everything I do, whether it was music, skits, photos, videos, or now my work with Ochart Cinematic. But there have definitely been times where I’d share something I poured my heart into, and it wouldn’t get the love or support I expected from the people in my life. And honestly, that’s been heartbreaking.
There were moments where that lack of recognition made me want to give up, or at least made me lazy and unmotivated. But eventually, I had a realization that changed everything: this was never about them. Their support, or lack of it, didn’t define the value of what I was creating.
A perfect example of that is my current movie-centered podcast called Stuffed!, which I co-host with one of my good friends. We put a lot into it, I use my cinematography skills to make it look great on YouTube, I spend late nights editing, creating graphics, and making multiple clips for social media. It’s a ton of work. And truthfully? We average maybe 5–15 views max on YouTube, and even fewer on Spotify. But I still give it 100%.
Why? Because I’m doing it for me. Because I love creating. Because I enjoy the process, the laughs, the challenge, the craft. Once you stop creating for praise and start creating for passion, you’ll always give your best, even when it’s hard, even when no one’s watching. And that’s where the real reward is.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.tylerochart.com
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