Inspiring Creativity with Canon: A Q&A with Nashville Studio Intern, Isaiah
Our internship program at Seacrest Studios provides college-aged creators with hands-on experience in media production, using state-of-the-art Canon equipment. Today, we're spotlighting Isaiah, a recent intern in our Nashville studio at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. In our conversation with Isaiah, he shares how his journey in Seacrest Studios helped him grow as a budding photographer and content creator, with Canon equipment playing a key role in his development.
- Why did you choose to intern at Seacrest Studios?
Isaiah: "I chose to intern at Seacrest Studios because I wanted to give back to what gave to me, while learning, doing, and most importantly, making people smile. I was treated at Vanderbilt hospital when I was younger, and it was where I started to get better. That led me to understand what Seacrest Studios can do—provide joy and inspiration—and I wanted to do that for others."
- What skills have you developed through your internship, particularly related to Canon equipment?
Isaiah: "I've learned so much about using Canon cameras, including how to maximize small spaces to get great shots without disrupting the space. Shooting with Canon equipment was intuitive and a blast! I developed my skills in framing shots for social posts and live programming and worked in different lighting, like a sunset event, which was a great learning experience. Each time I used the camera, I felt my skills grow."
- How will your experience in the studio impact your professional growth and future?
Isaiah: "Working in a high-energy environment taught me how to get coverage efficiently and to use new software like DaVinci Resolve. Hosting games and being on camera helped build my confidence in dynamic scenarios. These small moments helped me prove my skills and have equipped me to step confidently into new opportunities in the future."
- What’s your favorite studio memory?
Isaiah: "I have two favorite memories—one about learning skills and another about the fulfillment I got from the internship. Skill-wise, it was filming at Nashville Sounds Stadium, capturing a hot dog eating challenge, and editing the footage. But the memory that means the most to me happened in my last week. I made a ‘Who’s That Pokémon’ game for a patient who loved Pokémon. Seeing her excitement was unforgettable, and on my last day, she gave me a Pikachu drawing, which I took with me to LA. Knowing I was able to bring joy to someone makes every moment at Seacrest Studios priceless—that’s why I was there, and that’s what I want to keep doing.”