We were lucky to catch up with Reid Jarvi recently and have shared our conversation below.
Reid, looking forward to learning from your journey. You’ve got an amazing story and before we dive into that, let’s start with an important building block. Where do you get your work ethic from?
Growing up in a household where both of my parents go above and beyond in not just the effort but the quality of their labor. My family has always instilled the concept that there is good work to be done and that finding it can be just as crucial a step! I recently made a transition to leave Minnesota for the first time and seeking a new market for my art and media services has been challenging! But the constant support from my community and family gives me the drive needed to pursue new opportunities!
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
My primary focus in any project or medium is elevating the aesthetic presentation of someone’s passion, story, or endeavor! Bridging the gap between small businesses, events, and art practitioners with the local community has always been the cornerstone of my work! My favorite mainstay has always been working in the dance and movement spaces covering events and performances but lately I have been expanding into other markets such as automotive and beauty products!
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Communication, communication, and communication! First with people, secondly with ideas, and finally tools. The pipeline that connects a clients idea to my choice of technique and treatment can only be pushed forward with constant communication and seeking understanding! What camera and lighting package, what look and style of location/colorgrading/lensing. All parts of my creative process rely on improving my understanding of what needs should be met! My mentor Roosevelt Mansfield always showcases that subtle blend between bringing his approach to the table and making room everyones input!
Is there a particular challenge you are currently facing?
Moving out of state and committing to building a new brand is hopefully going to help with one of the biggest challenges I have had in my time as a freelancer. Which is balancing my time between work that pays little fiscally and rewards highly in community or cultural value. And more commercially viable work! I struggle to prioritize business over art and my goal is to level that playing field with a new team and environment!
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Andy M
Tumelo K
Annemarie R
Desare C
Aleeza M
Molly M
Jordan
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