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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

Nov. 11, 2024

"Why True-To-Life Photos Are Timeless" | Photography with Nathan Saczynski

What does it take to transform a passion into a thriving career? Journey with us as we uncover the inspiring story of Nathan Saczyinski. Nathan's path began in an unexpected place—volunteering in a church ministry—where he s…
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Oct. 21, 2024

"If You Want To Be A Filmmaker, Show Up And Do The Work Every Day." | Unlock Filmmaking Success with Daily Commitment and Strong Leadership with Chris Jadallah

Join us as Chris Jadallah, owner of Calliope Films, takes us on a captivating journey through the filmmaking landscape, sharing his personal experiences and the lessons he learned from his mentor, Dane. Chris opens up about …
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Sept. 23, 2024

"Creating A Space For Difficult Conversations Leads To The Most Impactful Art." | Lessons from "Smoke Breaks" Filmmaker William Mettlach

How can therapy transform the way we write stories? In this episode, we explore the profound impact of emotional intelligence and therapeutic insights on the art of screenwriting. Our special guest, William Metlock, takes us…
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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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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.