Filming the Devon Horse Show: The Realities of Creative Production | Ep 39

I recently sat down with Brad DiMaggio from Scrapyard Media, a production company making waves (literally) in the performance boating world. Brad and I first met while working for a mutual client—and bonded instantly after getting kicked out of a boat race mid-filming. It was chaotic, hilarious, and the perfect example of how unpredictable production life can be.

In our conversation, we dove into one of the most overlooked but crucial parts of filmmaking: pre-production. Skipping that step can mean wasted time, blown budgets, and unnecessary stress. Whether it’s planning gear, mapping logistics, or coordinating talent, preparation makes all the difference in bringing a vision to life.

We also swapped stories from filming the Devon Horse Show, battling weather, troubleshooting audio, and figuring things out on the fly. Those behind-the-scenes challenges reminded us just how much teamwork, adaptability, and quick thinking go into every successful shoot.

Brad shared more about Scrapyard Media’s mission to create high-quality, authentic content that celebrates the energy of professional athletes and live events. At the end of the day, this episode is about passion, planning, and collaboration—the things that make creative work so rewarding, even when nothing goes according to plan.

I hope you guys enjoy this conversation!

Love, Kelly