Empathy and Industry: A Conversation with Nicholas Peter Yee
In this episode of Cinematic Alchemy, we sit down with our good friend Nick, who’s been making his mark in film production and development.
Nick shares his journey from production coordinator to his current role at Film London, giving us an honest look at what it’s really like behind the scenes.
We discuss the tricky balance between creativity and the business side of film, the importance of empathy in such a collaborative industry, and the challenges that come with turning ideas into reality.
Whether you’re interested in breaking into the film world or just curious about how it all works, this conversation is full of insights.
Here are the highlights:
(00:46) Nick's Background and Career Path
(05:45) The Role of a Creative Producer
(11:13) Limitations
(17:18) Industry Hierarchy
(28:17) Surprising facts
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Cinematic Alchemy
Welcome to Cinematic Alchemy, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of transforming ideas from page to screen.
Join me, Srishti Chhabria and my co-host, Amber Payne, as we unravel the mysteries of video production, sharing the gritty, honest insights we've gathered from years in the industry.
Whether you're an entrepreneurial spirit or just curious about what goes on behind the camera, we're here to demystify the process and equip you with the knowledge to create visual masterpieces.
We can’t wait for you to join us on this exciting journey!
Produced and Hosted by Srishti Chhabria & Amber Payne.
Music by Samuel GR Morgan
Artwork by Ellie Costello
- No. of episodes: 46
- Latest episode: 2025-06-11
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