We had the good fortune of connecting with Calvin Jenkins and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Calvin, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
When I started Bus41 Films I had a vision to bring together creatives from all walks of life. My mission is to provide people a space to create stories that inspire, educate and give a temporary escape from reality. Starting my own business has allowed me to bring these projects to life and create opportunities for others without any boundaries.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I think one of the biggest challenges is finding ourselves as artists. A lot of times we get so focused on booking a gig or competing with other creatives that we lose our connection to the craft. I’ve gotten to where I am today by blocking out what others are doing and focusing on my art. Every time I work with a client I strive to connect with their story so I can bring their vision to life. What makes Bus41 Films special is we provide a space where everyone we encounter can have a voice on this journey.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Honestly, I’m an outside person so they can expect to go for a nice hike or walk on a trail. Some of my favorite places are Arabia Mountain and Sweetwater Park so I would tell them to dress according and bring a bottle of water plus their camera.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
The first person that comes to mind is my grandma. She lived to be 99 years of age and recently passed in 2020 during the pandemic. Her conversations and storytelling sparked a fuse in my creativity as a child. She’s the reason I know so much about my family’s history which has motivated me to create something for future generations.

Website: www.bus41films.com

Instagram: @iamcameracal @bus41films

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