Recently, we had the privilege of sitting down with De'Niel Phipps, 2-time Telly Award Winner, 6-time Emmy award winner, 22-time Emmy nominated Director, Cinematographer, and Content Creator. A talented young visionary from our hometown of Saginaw Michigan who overcame the incarceration of his beloved mother, the absence of his father, and the stressors of being raised in a community ailed by crime and poverty.
De'Niel truly made it happen for himself and his family, but he did not do it all alone! More than anything, he credits his success to his unwavering faith in God, which has sustained him and his family through the ups and downs of life in the entertainment industry. This mustard seed of faith was placed deep within his heart as a child sitting in the pews of his Church, where he also got his start in videography producing his Church's weekly service broadcasts.
He also credits the love and sacrifice of his grandmother and older brother, as well as countless mentors who recognized the potential of this young man from Saginaw. They invested their time and talents to help De'Niel discover his gifts in basketball, track and field, academics, and videography. He took their sacrifice, honed his abilities, and made a name for himself in the world of cinematography.
We hope that you enjoy our conversation, and take away some golden nuggets of wisdom that can help you overcome the adversities in your life, or become a pillar of hope in the lives of the young people in your communities!
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