Cinematographer Ishell Vaughan shares his top wisdom

Building a thriving career demands authentic and unique talent. This includes a passion for the industry or the career path you seek to pursue.

It’s your self-drive, determination, and resilience to keep pushing even when the going gets tough that separates successful people from the rest.

Many successful entrepreneurs, athletes and artists are creatives who have had to overcome various challenges in their careers, including creative director Ishell Vaughan, who is sharing his story to help inspire others to go after their dreams.

Ishell, formally known as Ishell Francis-Vaughan, is a film director and content creator making his mark in the industry.

An innately skilled cinematographer, Ishell stands out because of his unmatched creativity, and has mastered the art of naturally creating content that many find easily resonates with them.

Additionally, Ishell’s attention to detail is something to marvel at.

Ishell says: "Everything I do is natural. I don’t force anything. My attention to detail is immaculate, but I’m so relaxed. When you look at a TV, you see a TV, and when I look at a TV, I see a playground. I just have fun."

A self-made success story, Ishell believes that everyone has the potential to bring their dreams to life.

Ishell continues: "You are born with the potential to achieve whatever you want. Unfortunately, most people are blinded by their present situations, blocking them from uncovering their potential."

But success does not come without sacrifice - the journey to success can be tough at times, especially when you are getting started.

Ishell says: "Nothing comes easy. You must be ready to tackle the different hurdles that come your way. Converting each challenge into a learning curve is also