#2 Bob Bates (Motion picture Chief lighting technician/Gaffer)

Summary

In this episode of the Having Had Podcast, Brent Mullins interviews Bob Bates, a gaffer and chief lighting technician in the film industry. They discuss Bob's journey in the industry, his childhood interests, and the challenges of balancing work and personal life. Bob shares his experiences working on various films and series, including Harold and Kumar II and Stranger Things. He also talks about the pressure and stress of working on high-profile shows and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In this part of the conversation, Bob Bates discusses the people who have influenced and mentored him throughout his career. He emphasizes the importance of kindness and patience in the industry and how he strives to pay it forward to the next generation of filmmakers. The conversation also touches on the challenges of working in different markets and the need to adapt to different ways of doing things. In this conversation, Brent Mullins and Bob Bates discuss the challenges of work-life balance in the film industry. They emphasize the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing family time. They also discuss the need for shorter work hours and more reasonable schedules. Bob shares his experiences working with actors like Dustin Hoffman and Tom Hanks, highlighting their professionalism and kindness. They also talk about the inspiration they find in watching movies and TV shows, and the importance of faith and family in their lives. Overall, they express gratitude for the opportunities they've had in their careers and the relationships they've built.

Bob's IMDB https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1308233/

IG https://www.instagram.com/setabbob?igsh=ZnlmbHdnMXFsaTU4

Cinesouth Lighting Bob's company... https://www.instagram.com/cinesouthlighting?igsh=MzVyd3J6NWN0MmYw