ABOUT THIS EVENT
When: Monday, October 20 | 5:00PM PST / 8:00PM EST
Where: ONLINE – Zoom Webinar
Cost: FREE — RSVP to secure your spot
Session Length: 90 Minutes
Ready to turn your adventures into unforgettable stories?
Get paid to travel, capture incredible content, and build a thriving creator career.
Join us on Monday, October 20th, 2025, for an exclusive online Canon Creator Lab & Socality workshop and Q&A with Elliott Chau (@lifewithelliott), Wendy Hu (@nomadicfare) & Sai Balaji (@tryit.toronto). In this 90-minute session, you’ll discover how to master each step of the travel creator journey, from planning and pitching to capturing and storytelling your adventures. Learn how to save on travel, get paid to explore, and collaborate with hospitality and tourism partners. Gain practical tips for shooting high-quality content on location, staying organized, and making the most of every trip.
What You’ll Learn:
Planning Like a Pro (Planning & Pre-Production)
- How to save on travel with points, loyalty programs, and budget hacks
- Pitching and collaborating with hospitality and tourism boards — and getting paid to travel
- Prepping gear, insurance, permits, and logistics for a smooth trip
- Creating shot lists, storyboards, and content plans to maximize your time
Creating on the Go (On Location)
- Best practices for shooting high-quality content while balancing enjoyment
- Working with hotels, guides, and local partners on-site
- Handling light, weather, and crowds to capture scroll-stopping visuals
- Staying safe, organized, and creatively inspired in new environments
Telling Stories That Travel (Storytelling & Delivery)
- Turning raw photos and footage into compelling narratives across IG, TikTok, YouTube, or blogs
- Editing and curating for maximum impact
- Writing captions, crafting behind-the-scenes posts, and maintaining an authentic voice
- Packaging deliverables for partners while protecting your personal brand
Walk away with actionable tips, insider tricks, and the confidence to create content that connects, inspires, and stands out. The session will wrap with a live Q&A, giving you the chance to connect directly with the speakers and ask your burning questions.
Who’s This Workshop For?
- Creators who want to turn travel into income
- Photographers and videographers ready to collaborate with tourism & hospitality brands
- Lifestyle, food, and culture storytellers looking to elevate their content
- Anyone passionate about travel and creativity looking to grow their skills and presence
RSVP today, space is limited for this free session!
Meet the Speakers
About Elliott Chau (@lifewithelliott)
Elliott Chau is a Canadian travel creator known for transforming adventures into captivating stories on Instagram, YouTube, and beyond. He is a Canon Canada Ambassador, and the co-founder of Kleos, a creative production house working with a global network of creative agencies and commercial brands. Through his personal platform Elliott shares practical travel hacks, loyalty tips, and insights on working with top brands to make travel creation both fun and profitable.
About Wendy Hu (@nomadicfare)
Wendy Hu blends food, culture, and travel into vibrant storytelling. Her travel work has led her across the globe, working with publications like Travel & Leisure and the who’s who of the hospitality and travel industry. Through Nomadic Fare, she highlights culinary adventures and cultural traditions worldwide, helping audiences discover how cuisine and community shape every destination.
About Sai Balaji (@tryit.toronto)
Sai is a Canadian-based lifestyle and food content creator behind “Try It Toronto”, a platform with over 475,000 followers across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. Known for exploring unique experiences, food, and hidden gems in her city, Sai turned her part-time hobby into a full-time career in 2 years. She has partnered with leading brands like Uber Eats, Google, Disney and Sephora. With a strong focus on authentic storytelling and community connection, Sai uses content creation to celebrate culture and spark curiosity!
