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Welcome to Hit-N-Record! I'm Keno Manuel, a filmmaker, and I’m excited to bring you inspiring and insightful conversations with some of the…
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Sharing Stories That Defined Creatives

Welcome to Hit-N-Record! I'm Keno Manuel, a filmmaker, and I’m excited to bring you inspiring and insightful conversations with some of the most influential and creative minds in the creative space.

Each episode, I sit down with local creatives from filmmaking, photography, and other creative industries, offering you a unique perspective on their successes, challenges, and the lessons they've learned along the way.

Whether you're an aspiring filmmaking professional, an entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, I hope to provide and inspire you with the motivation and tools to unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

Join me every month on Spotify and Youtube, and become a part of the Hit-N-Record community!

Recent Episodes

Sept. 9, 2024

"Photography healed me by capturing others' love stories." | A Transformative Journey with Annika Do

Send us a text How does one turn a simple digital camera into a tool for personal transformation? Join us as Annika Dobranina shares her incredible journey from mundane jobs to becoming a celebrated photographer. She opens u…
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Aug. 19, 2024

"Your follower count is meaningless—what really matters is the substance you create." | The Digital Landscape with Writer River Jack

Send us a text Ever felt disheartened when your meticulously crafted content didn’t get the engagement you hoped for? Join us as we explore the highs and lows of being a digital content creator today. Through personal anecdo…
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Aug. 5, 2024

"After 7 Drafts, I Finally Knew It Was Good Enough" | Navigating the Creative Journey with Abe Knapp

Send us a text Ever wondered how creatives keep their passion alive amidst the pressures of the industry? Join us as we sit down with a phenomenal artist who has navigated the highs and lows of the creative journey. Our gues…
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July 15, 2024

"Every Project Is An Opportunity For Greatness" | Crafting Stories Through Music with Brooks Leibee

Send us a text Unlock the secrets of film music and storytelling with Brooks Leiby, a multi-talented filmmaker and media composer. Brooks takes us on a remarkable journey from his early fascination with film scores to becomi…
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June 3, 2024

"There's No Such Thing As Bad Photos" | Capturing Memories and Navigating Creative Ethics with Photographer Jim Clark

Send us a text What if you could capture the essence of a moment, preserving it for generations to come? Join us as we sit down with the incredibly talented photographer Jim Clark, who shares his journey through the ever-evo…
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April 29, 2024

Living with Grief and Fatherhood with Quinn Erwin

Send us a text Have you ever considered the symphony of experiences that compose a life? This episode is a moving narrative, featuring Quinn Erwin, an artist whose music is as much about the notes on the page as it is about …
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March 11, 2024

Walking the Talk as a Professional Model with Summer Eisenman

Send us a text On today's episode, Summer takes us on her journey into her personal life and career as a professional model. We go into her tips and tricks for modeling, what inspires her as creative, and so much more! Summe…
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Feb. 5, 2024

Mastering Makeup Artistry with Anhelina Sira

Send us a text On today's episode, we dive into Anhelina Sira's personal life and career experiences as a makeup artist. We go into her Ukrainian history, tips and tricks for aspiring MUA's, and so much more! Anhelina Sira's…
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Jan. 2, 2024

The REAL Magic Trick Behind Visual Effects with Danny Joseph

Send us a text On today's episode, we dive into Danny Joseph's journey in his career as a visual effects artist. We go into how we met, the importance of finding clarity and direction, and tips on managing multiple projects.…
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Dec. 4, 2023

Capturing Life with Kayden Powell

Send us a text In this episode of Hit-N-Record, we are diving into Kayden's life as a creative and photographer. This conversation is filled with drops of gems so we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Kayden Powell's socia…
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Recent Blog Posts

"Photography healed me by capturing others' love stories." | A Transformative Journey with Annika Do

In the latest episode of our podcast, we delve into the transformative journey of Annika Dobranina, a celebrated photographer who turned her passion into a fulfilling career. From mundane jobs to capturing the intimate moments of couples in love, An…

About the Host

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Keno Manuel

Host / Filmmaker / Photographer

Keno Manuel is a self-taught filmmaker, photographer and director originating from the Philippines. He is currently based in little small town called Niceville, Florida.

Born with hearing loss, Keno relies on visuals to help navigate through life and in film - it allows him to view projects and ideas through his own “lens” and perspective.

Keno’s main focus in film production is music videos - however, his portfolio also showcases various types of projects such as narrative and documentary. His video work in music videos are unique and often being described as eye-candy, strikingly vivid and picturesque. He uses his work to connect to viewers by associating cinematic images with their emotions and inspiration.

From 2018 to 2021, under KENO Visuals, he has produced over 20+ projects including music videos, narratives and commercials in his film portfolio. Today, he works as a film freelancer under his own name.