Meet Steve Nunez | Creative Filmmaker/Photographer

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

Hi Steve, how has your perspective on work-life balance evolved over time?
Age and experience definitely play a factor in work-life balance over time. When I was younger, I was ravenous for any and all opportunities, gladly living in a state of burnout. Growing up in a hardworking family, it only felt natural to fuse my life with my work.

Having matured over the years and experienced plenty of exploitation due to my willingness to burn out for people who did not have my well-being in mind, I now make sure to set firm boundaries between work and life.

When you freelance, you gain the freedom to set your own boundaries. Your work may support your lifestyle, but it’s not your life. Time for friends, family, and yourself is paramount to living a full and embodied life.

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 like to think that one thing that sets me apart from other creatives is my lived experience. I’ve lived many lives, met countless people, and called different places home—all of which have shaped my outlook on the world. This experience informs my vision, whether in photography or filmmaking. My creative eye has adapted to seek out the unique, the original, and the nuanced aspects of life.

If being artistic were easy, everyone would be an artist. The biggest challenges are knowing who you are and how you want to express it. If you’re unsure of your beliefs, values, and passions, you’ll find yourself following trends, copying what’s already been done, and seeking validation in ways that are ultimately unhealthy for both yourself and the creative community.

I want the world to know that no matter where your story begins, you can choose to embrace your passion for artistic expression. Despite walls, barriers, and obstacles, your dedication and discipline will be your greatest source of fuel to feed that creative hunger. The more you embrace your passion, the more the right people will invite you into their spaces and create opportunities for you.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
If my friend visited Los Angeles:

Breakfast at The Kitchen
Hike up Griffith Observatory
Visit the Hollywood Sign
Grab a drink at Grand Central Market
Take a stroll through Chinatown, Little Tokyo, and the Last Bookstore
Head to Santa Monica for the sunset

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
As an avid reader, one book that has had a significant impact on my life is King, Warrior, Magician, Lover: Rediscovering Masculinity Through the Lens of Archetypal Psychology by Robert L. Moore. I’ve never been into self-help—it always felt too surface-level—but this book dives deep into the psychological framework of masculinity and breaks it down into bite-sized chunks. I read it during an extremely vulnerable time in my life, and it helped me understand how to embrace my masculinity in a strong, generative, and healthy way—an understanding that continues to inform how I approach both my work and my relationships.

Website: https://stevenunez.myportfolio.com

Instagram: @Steve_nunez@creative

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevevnunez

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@stevenunezcreative694

Image Credits
Yeshimov
Вriana Yepez
Andrea Zaplata
Minh Nguyen
Jordy
Thanos
Mishea
Adaj