About Us

 

Passionate storytellers. Hardworking professionals.

Andrew and Anthony are creatives with a passion and calling for business. Everywhere they go people are moved by their passion and love for what they do. Having felt the call to serve at a young age, the Camel Brothers started Young Wild Dreams to help guide and mold the next generation of entrepreneurs and creatives all around the world. With more than sixteen years of combined experience helping businesses and brands grow, they have been able to provide the best quality even in the most difficult environments and find creative solutions to the toughest problems. Young Wild Dreams specializes in designing and producing content in all its forms, audio, video, and text, and distributing it through any medium or channel. Together, their extensive knowledge has allowed them to work on a wide range of projects. For Instance, athletes such as Nolan Carroll II, a former American football cornerback, and music festivals like Ultra Miami with the amazing privilege of working alongside the Final Kid Team, a production company that has been creating the Ultra Music Festival Official Aftermovies for the last several years.

Our Mission Statement

Our goal is to help people; as simple as that may sound, we want Young Wild Dreams to become a gateway to more than just photography and film but a headquarters for passionate entrepreneurs and creatives all over the world. Many people have power, influence, and money, but very few want to use what they have learned and experienced to help the next generation. One of our priorities is to redefine, mold, and become a strong front not just for young artists, creatives, and business people around the world but also to stand with those who have been neglected or left behind because of their beliefs; we are a helping hand to the future generation of entrepreneurs around the world. Passionate storytellers. Hardworking professionals. So make yourself at home, and welcome to the Young Wild Dream family!

Our company believes in helping communities, businesses, and individuals who don't fit in today's world. Anthony and I have always had difficulty fitting into what today's world calls a business and how it is done. Anthony and I grew up with a lot of dreams and aspirations. Dreams that would remove us from the toxic environments we grew up in.

As kids, Anthony and I were forced into maturity at a very young age. In the midst of hardship, we were fortunate enough to be surrounded by loving grandparents, who fought extremely hard to teach us how to be the kind of leaders that lead from the front and push from the rear, to be the first ones in and the last ones out. We understood that leadership is a type of character. Our grandparents served as an excellent guide to becoming men of good moral character. They always prayed long and hard to see us become the best versions of ourselves, and we honored that sacrifice by sticking together and being truthful to what we were called to be.

We know what it is to run and start a business that requires extensive research, planning, and execution. It also requires a lot of creativity, brainpower, and, in our case, living in an environment that was toxic to everything we were trying to build for our future. This journey has made us realize that, as creatives, we need to be in environments that will allow us to grow and mature.

In today’s world, the struggles and challenges that the majority of young conservative individuals and businesses face are not the same as they were a few years ago. Even with the aftermath of the pandemic, sectors and industries have shifted, and challenges are increasingly becoming more prevalent deterrents to the dreams and visions our generation is trying to execute. We firmly believe that these changes require creative solutions, which is where we come in.

Our mission through our company, Young Wild Dreams, is to build a city for creatives. One that fosters community, economic opportunities, and personal and creative growth. The city will strongly focus on providing creative housing solutions, with a particular emphasis on supporting students, artists, and creatives alike.

To create a thriving business ecosystem, we plan to establish various businesses and allocate ownership to passionate entrepreneurs, both from our network of creatives and from the wider community. This initiative aims to empower individuals with unique ideas and products or services who have not had the opportunity to become entrepreneurs in the past, allowing them to take charge of their destinies and become pioneers in their communities.

The city's heart will be our headquarters, designed in a dignified and inspiring architectural style. There will also be a visitor center open 24/7, serving as a hub for creativity and community engagement. This center will offer various spaces, including state-of-the-art recording and photoshoot studios, private WeWork-type spaces, study halls, an auditorium for weekly and daily courses, lessons, and talks with community and industry creatives, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and public library also promoting self-published writers in the community. These spaces can be accessed through memberships, encouraging participation from residents and visitors alike.

The educational aspect of our vision involves establishing a comprehensive education system. This includes a K-12 school and a university with a curriculum designed to foster creativity and innovation, ensuring students receive a holistic learning experience.

Each district in the city will be unique, reflecting a specific theme or style, adding to the vibrant atmosphere and character of the place.

Overall, our mission is to create a city that nurtures the dreams and aspirations of its residents, embracing diversity, creativity, and inclusivity to build a better society for all. Through this endeavor, we aim to significantly impact people's lives and inspire others to pursue their dreams.


 

Meet the Owners

 

How It All Started...


Andrew Camel | Founder, President & CEO

At the age of 12, I began volunteering in my local church's photography department, marking the beginning of a journey that has now spanned approximately 11 years. It was during these early years that I took my first steps toward realizing my passion for photography and a deep-seated desire for adventure.

As I continued my involvement at the church, I gradually rose through the ranks, finding myself in positions of leadership at a surprisingly young age. This shift brought a newfound level of responsibility, including overseeing volunteers and coordinating activities for large-scale events and mission trips.

However, this path was not without its challenges. I discovered that being a young leader came with its own set of difficulties. Many people were hesitant to follow my lead or embrace my leadership style. The echoes of bullying from my childhood seemed to resurface within my church community. Yet, I recognized that these experiences were all part of a larger plan.

It was during this time that Anthony and I began to discern a deeper purpose unfolding in our lives. We started to grasp the significance of the path we were on and the role it played in the greater narrative of our journey, all under the guidance of a higher power.

Our journey to this point was far from ordinary, shaped by a challenging childhood environment. Our father's recurring presence in and out of prison cast a shadow over our early years, often punctuated by early morning Law Enforcement raids. We watched our father struggle with drugs and alcohol while our mother, who had us at a very young age, carried the burden of unfulfilled dreams and often placed blame on us. In the midst of this challenging upbringing, our grandparents became our pillars and provided the stability we desperately needed.

As I launched my photography business, longing for a change in my life, Young Wild Dreams (which is what it was at the time), it became clear that I was taking an unconventional path for someone my age. My life experiences forced me to mature rapidly.

Growing up, I wasn’t the popular type, and being raised by my grandparents made sure of that. Because of my grandparents’ influence, I gained what some would call an "old soul." My grandparents taught me everything I know about money, fashion, and history.

Through photography, I found solace and a means to face the anxiety, anger, fear, and sadness that had been part of my childhood. Even while being bullied about my appearance, speech, and demeanor, I came to understand that who I was meant to be and my authenticity served as a repellant and a deterrent to everything God didn’t want in my life.

Anthony and I are embarking on this campaign together, driven by a shared vision. Rather than solely focusing on the visual aspects, we aim to center our Journey on conveying a powerful message to the world. It's a beacon of creativity, reaching out to those who are different, those who have been chosen as armed creatives. Our message is a declaration to the world that creativity knows no bounds and that it takes courage to embrace our uniqueness and venture into uncharted territories. It's a visual statement that calls out to all who dare to be different, all who understand that being an armed creative is about more than just creative expression; it's a way of life.

Throughout our journey, Anthony and I have never encountered anyone who achieved remarkable success in any area of their life without enduring hardships, making sacrifices, maintaining unwavering focus, and persevering through tears, trials, and tribulations. We firmly believe that if you have a dream and commit to it, it will eventually come to fruition.

Creativity can provide us with a fresh perspective and an alternative path. It allows us to visualize the things we desire in our lives and discover solutions to the curveballs life constantly throws our way. However, creativity requires a level of discomfort and inconvenience. It challenges us to step outside our comfort zones, push through the barriers that fear constructs, and embrace the sometimes difficult journey of pursuing our dreams. It's in these moments of discomfort that our creativity truly shines, lighting the way forward and inspiring us to keep dreaming, no matter the obstacles in our path.


Anthony Camel | VP & Senior Filmmaker

Hey! My name is Anthony Camel, and I am the co-founder and VP of Young Wild Dreams. This journey has been such a humbling and life-changing experience for me. Looking back and seeing how far I have come as a person has been one of the most priceless moments in my life. I went from being a lost kid battling with so many demons and finding myself in very dark places to now being healthy both mentally and physically owning a business and working to be the best version of myself every day.

Keeping the business operation has been a challenge and as some of you know, running a business while life throws curveballs your way is no easy task. Since we were young, it has always felt like it has been my brother and me against the whole world, but I believe my relationship with God is why we are so close and still working together, no matter how bad things got between us. I remember when Andrew first told me of his vision and me not understanding half of what he was telling me. But it did not matter because I believed in what he was trying to do. We are like bread and butter. Growing up, the saying was always, "If you go, I go." and that's how it has always been for us.

Since we started the company, things in our lives began to change, everything from our social circles, the way we thought, our characters, commitments, and even our interests. Shortly after I saw those changes, I finally realized what was happening. God was molding me into something bigger than myself. Besides the trials and suffering, this road has been challenging but rewarding at the same time. And if there was one thing we knew to be true, it was that sacrifices had to be made to see this dream and vision come true. So here we are a few years later, still fighting the good fight, moving forward, and chasing our dreams.