Series Description

Title: For the Love of Vinyl – Mini‑Interview Series by Bastard Vinyl Record Shop
Role: Director | Cinematographer | Editor
Series Link: Youtube Channel

For the Love of Vinyl is a captivating mini‑documentary series produced by Bastard Vinyl Record Shop, featuring intimate interviews with vinyl enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds. Each episode delves into personal stories, rare collections, and music-fueled life philosophies—captured through a consistent, cinematic visual style that reflects the tactile beauty and cultural nostalgia of vinyl.

Over the course of the series, guests such as Theodosis Michos, Nikos Petroulakis, Chris Kissadjekian and Andreas Mitrelis share their passion for vinyl and how it intertwines with memory, identity, and community.

Production Challenges & Solutions Across the Series

Emotional Authenticity & Atmosphere

Challenge: Every episode needed a unique yet cohesive aesthetic—balancing documentary intimacy with Bastard Vinyl’s unconventional ethos.
Solution: I established a visual template: warm cinematographic lighting, tight framing, and shallow depth of field. This approach fosters emotional connection and visual consistency across varied locations and personalities.

On‑Location Constraints & Sound Quality

Challenge: Filming in a home environment introduced ambient noise and constrained spaces.
Solution: I used discreet lavalier microphones, acoustic blankets, and adaptive shot setups. In post‑production, I layered ambient sounds to preserve realism while controlling distracting elements.

Visual Continuity with Lean Crew

Challenge: The series was shot with a minimal crew of one, yet viewers expect variety: multiple angles, record-centric cutaways, and visual pacing.
Solution: I pre-planned multi-camera setups, shot lists, and transitional shots. Incorporating B-roll (vinyl sleeves, crate digging, close-ups of turntables) visually enriched each interview while maintaining efficiency.

Editing for Tone & Narrative Flow

Challenge: Balancing interview editing so each episode felt focused and emotionally resonant, while preserving the subject’s storytelling style.
Solution: I structured edits to flow naturally—audio-first pacing, interspersed B-roll for visual breaks, and consistent title cards and color grading to reinforce brand identity and series cohesion.

Outcome

The completed series ties together personal narratives with the artistry of vinyl culture, offering a visually appealing and emotionally engaging experience. It reflects a visual identity true to Bastard Vinyl’s unconventional and community-rooted spirit—resonating with indie music lovers and elevating personal stories into shared cultural narratives.