Mastermind Studios

12/06/2024

Do any of our contacts in Kamloops have a DVC pro video player or a Sony Professional SxS Memory Card USB 3.0 Reader? We need to import some older format content.

12/06/2024

In June of this year we spoke out and said something about what we were feeling about the Mayor of Kamloops and our City Council. We kept it fun by making it into a satirical news broadcast from our resident camel puppet at the studio. Yes, we could have done a better job and spent more time on it. We will admit that, but our intention was to stand up and say something about the waste of time we felt was being spent on manipulative personal agendas and infighting. It was meant to open up some conversations and add another perspective that we weren't seeing within our community. What we did not expect was for four of our video production clients to phone and email the studio saying how appalled they were with our video and that they were cancelling their business and never working with us again. We were shocked. We have stayed silent about this until now because we feared further cancel culture retaliations. But, bad things happen when good people stay silent. Those good people also then become part of the problem. So to all of the good people out there, use your hearts and be brave. If you see injustice say something. Do not go quietly into the night. May 2025 bring all of us a little more love and less hate.

Written with sincerity by yours truly, Peter Cameron-Inglis of Mastermind Studios. Reference: This was the original video we posted in June.

The Last Straw is here to expose the absurdities of local government until the very last straw breaks the camel's back!Today we take dive into the antics fro...

11/21/2024

Our hearts are full and we are grateful as we enter Day 4 of filming with Orange Shirt Day founder Phyllis Webstad. Creating good programs about Truth, Reconciliation, intergenerational Residential School impacts, and the Every Child Matters movement.

11/19/2024

All of us at Mastermind Studios are feeling grateful to be on our second day, of a five day production, with Phyllis Webstad, the founder of Orange Shirt Day whose story the day is named after. We try to understand the past to live and heal in the present and hope for a better future.

11/17/2024

Any recommendations for a quiet, comfortable, affordable and clean B&B in Kamloops?

11/07/2024

It’s an honour to be filming our 10th episode today of UNB Live - a video news magazine for the Upper Nicola Band. This episode features Charlene McRae, the Education Manager for the Upper Nicola Band.

11/06/2024

Please watch, and consider supporting, one woman's struggle to bring long term care to the people of Lake Babine First Nation.

https://youtu.be/5A6vcEWwQxo

Mastermind Studios is proud to support the Long Walk for Farrah

Since June 2023 Chantel Alec has been fundraising for a long term care aid facility to be built in the Lake Babine First Nation community (Tachet, Granisle, ...

10/16/2024

We know how frustrating it can be when TV series filmed in Canada aren’t easily accessible here, but for those with a Prime Video US account, we’ve got great news! 🎉 The Edge of Sleep, a six-part suspenseful drama we had the privilege to work on in 2021, is now available as of October 15th.

This thrilling series, starring Mark Fischbach (Markiplier), Lio Tipton, Franz Drameh, and Eve Harlow, was filmed almost entirely in the Kamloops area, with Oddfellows Entertainment basing their production at Mastermind Studios.

Directed by the talented Corey Adams, The Edge of Sleep is a must-watch! We want to extend a huge thank you to all the incredible cast and crew who brought this project to life, and to Kamloops for helping to make this series truly stand out. Your support made it all possible!

Watch it now on Prime Video US: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DH8XJFDW/

Check out the trailer: https://youtu.be/vCTKXH7nQ9A

09/20/2024

We love working with Yellowstone Traffic & Safety and their EMT truck can get just about everywhere we shoot! Here's some photos from a shoot we did this week for Leryn and Mackenzie from Yellowstone, two new friends of the Mastermind Studios family.

09/19/2024

Kamloops is an awesome and inspiring community in an equally inspiring and beautiful region. We are extremely grateful to everyone who have been supporting our efforts to create Boomerangst.

Boomerangst is a one-of-a-kind television series that explores the intersection of comedy, relationships, and environmental conservation through the lens of Indigenous values. Set against the stunning natural backdrop of Kamloops, British Columbia, Boomerangst follows a group of residents entangled in very real and polarizing conflicts between preserving these beautiful lands for future generations and resource extraction. As the series unfolds, the characters navigate the challenges of love, friendship, and life—much like the ensemble cast of FRIENDS—while battling the environmental threats that loom over their land, much like the powerful environmental themes of YELLOWSTONE.

Inspired by Indigenous Wisdom and Cultural Perspectives, at its core, Boomerangst draws from the deep-rooted wisdom of Indigenous values, reminding audiences of our connection to the earth and our responsibility to protect it. Through humor and heartfelt moments, the series aims to bring attention to the conservation of species endangered by human activity. Indigenous characters play a central role, offering guidance on sustainability and traditional ecological knowledge while emphasizing the importance of living in harmony with the land.

Created by Mastermind Studios, Boomerangst is the brainchild of Dr. George M. Johnson, Professor of creative writing at Thompson Rivers University. Currently in development, the series is poised to deliver a compelling message wrapped in laughter and drama, offering a fresh take on how we view conservation and community. By mixing humor with hard-hitting environmental issues, Boomerangst is more than just a show—it's a movement to protect the natural world, one laugh at a time.

08/15/2024

HELP! This weekend (August 16-18) Mastermind Studios is excited to be filming a Concept Reel for a TV Series we hope to see produced in our region next year. This is ALSO an educational shoot where we are helping some new people from our region get training and valuable experience.

We are in great need of a four person golf cart that']s called for in the script, but have been unable to find one. Does anyone have a lead on one that might be available? please contact Peter J. Cameron-Inglis at (250) 574-6902 or by email at [email protected]

08/09/2024

Mastermind Studios is working with many of our local friends in Kamloops to get a TV series demo reel filmed on August 17th and 18th. We are looking for someone with a Kid’s Quad that would like to help. Is there anyone that we know out there? Please direct message us on Facebook or call Peter at 250-574-6902 or email [email protected]

07/02/2024

Last year we began a journey with the good people that run the Indigenous Skills and Employment Training program to explore the resilience of their clients, client communities, and stakeholders during the devastating impacts from the last few years of COVID, floods and wildfires. This is the resulting short documentary. Please watch for a deeper understanding and to learn how you might be able to contribute to their ongoing success. Mastermind Studios has been honoured to play our small part.

The purpose of this documentary is to capture interviews and illustrative footage from clients, community members, industry partners, and staff to demonstrat...

06/25/2024

1st EPISODE ALERT

The Last Straw is here to expose the absurdities of local government until the very last straw breaks the camel's back!

Today we take dive into the antics from the City of Kamloops Mayor and Council. We say what many of you are thinking but are too polite (or careful) to say out loud yourselves.

If you enjoy this episode of "The Last Straw", don’t forget to drop a comment below! Like what you saw? Give us a thumbs up! Want to see more? Hit that subscribe button and ring the bell so you never miss out on Cam El's next rant! Think your friends need a good laugh? Share this video with them and spread the joy of this local political comedy!

Remember, every like, comment, and share helps keep Cam El’s hay supply stocked and his jokes coming. See you next time on "The Last Straw with Cam El"!

06/04/2024

CASTING CALL: VOICE OVER

We are seeking a voice over artist for a fictional character based news broadcast. This is for an experimental short approximately 7 minutes in length, but could develop into an ongoing part. The voice should embody the essence of an old camel who is a news anchor, with a Bill Maher-esque tone, full of sarcasm and dry wit.

Project type: Experimental short
Please note this is an independent, non-union production
with a flat-rate of $75

Casting Requirements:
Voice: Gravelly and weathered, reminiscent of an old cowboy
Delivery: Low tone and powerful
Availability: Flexible
Contact: [email protected]

05/28/2024

We were honored to have Bob Price & Diana Boston at Mastermind Studios along with Maynard McRae, Upper Nicola Band's Language Manager connecting remotely, for our 3rd episode of UNB Live for the Upper Nicola Band. https://youtu.be/jDxRrOtyGa0 We will add some behind the scenes photos posted in the comments.

Upper Nicola Band has recently launched a concerted effort to improve communications. Our goal is to be the most communicative and transparent First Nation ...