Episode Details

Jalen Glasgow is a photographer and videographer based in Lancaster, PA. Known as "capturedbyja.lens" on Instagram, he shares his story about how a basketball injury lead him discover his passion for storytelling. We cover what has brought him success in his business, marketing strategies, freelancing tips, faith, and more.

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https://www.instagram.com/capturedbyja.lens/
https://www.instagram.com/jj.glas/

https://www.capturedbyjalens.com/?utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnUQfgRMXUXBAc59vEGJjr9RLAwgij5eJWNSP3zZL9kBxJw0ZvHH0O4XV-D0k_aem_AQ7opFglRNC_OqWRiUceFg

00:00 – Basketball Injury That Sparked a Creative Career 
01:41 – From Architecture Dreams to Photography
06:23 – Expanding Beyond Sports: Portraits, Weddings, Products & Corporate Video
09:27 – Personal Brand, Word of Mouth & The Power of Treating People Well
11:45 – Learning to Charge What You’re Worth: Pricing, Weddings & Raising Rates
14:26 – Standing Firm on Your Rates: From $20 Highlights to $200–$400 Videos
16:10 – Website vs. Instagram: Using Square & Strategic Portfolio Layout
18:51 – Faith, Prayer & Turning Down a Job in Mississippi to Stay in Lancaster
21:48 – Advice for Aspiring Freelancers: Make the Jump, But Have a Plan B
24:38 – Impactful LBC Content, Student Reactions & The Joy of Meeting New People