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In Focus | Ian Brink and Jared Putnam

Meet Ian Brink and Jared Putnam. These two rascals are all about having a good time and making videos for their business. Ian and Jared love spending time with family and hitting the mountain for some much-needed shredding.

<who> Photo Credit: New Parallel Productions

Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kamloops?
From Saskatchewan (Ian) and Kelowna (Jared), have both lived in Kamloops for over 15 years.

Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
Parents.

What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
Fratelli's because of the fresh ingredients.

Describe yourself in one word.
Impromptu.

If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Kruger National Park in South Africa because there's something very magical about seeing African animals in the wild. And there is a larger abundance of wild animals. You'll never not see something amazing.

<who> Photo Credit: New Parallel Productions

What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
In the summer, taking road trips to the nearby lakes and cliff jumping spots and in the winter going up to Sun Peaks for a ski day.

What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
Can't answer this one.... :)

What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
Going to India and realizing how privileged Canadian life is and how we should all be making the most of our opportunities. People would kill to be able to grow up and reside in Canada whether it be for work, school or opportunity. In many instances, certain areas in India (and of course other countries) do not allow for that opportunity to grow as a person.

Tellus your favourite childhood memory.
Going for a ski day up at sun peaks with friends and family. Coming back to the cabin, eating delicious food, watching great movies, having fun, and waking up the next morning early to go skiing again.

Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
Very often we do free video work for people who can't afford it but are just trying to get a jump start. We've volunteered at numerous events at TRU including sponsoring the TRU fashion show. We're also currently working with the Food Bank.

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
To primarily use clean energy sources.

<who> Photo Credit: Ian Brink

Where would you sneak away to in Kamloops to spend some time alone?
Top of Mount Paul.

Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
We would like to see more people starting up local businesses.

What do you think makes Kamloops great?
Kamloops is great because it's central. 30 minutes in any direction is going to take you somewhere enjoyable whether it be the mountains, the lake or the desert.

What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1. Make an archaeological discovery
2. Backpack travel for a year
3. Go to Antarctica

Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
We both met in Kindergarten.

How do people connect with you, personally, through social media?
Email, Instagram, Linkedin and Facebook.

<who> Photo Credit: New Parallel Productions

What is the name of your business/organization?
New Parallel Productions.

Why did you get into/start this business?
Initially, we started because we wanted to see if we could start a business right out of high school, but then video production became a passion. Now we solely strive to create the best work that we possibly can.

What is the goal of your business?
To create amazing work.

What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Balancing achievement and forwardness with living in the moment.

What do you always find yourself saying?
"It's all about trial and error."

Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Don't avoid adversity, search for it. Get uncomfortable.

<who> Photo Credit: New Parallel Productions

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Mark Toia or Elon Musk.

Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
Local businesses give a community its flavour. Creates a certain uniqueness that sets you apart from any other city in the world.

What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Ask us in a couple of years. :)

Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Ben, the man that sweeps the downtown streets pro bono.

My choice for the KamloopsBCNow In Focus spotlight is:
Ben (Not sure on the last name).

What is their e-mail address?
Not sure.

<who> Photo Credit: New Parallel Productions



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