Looking for durable/reliable (as possible) desktop HDD backup system for professional photo/video work

Alright, I have perused several forums, and I have a decent knowledge of computers and storage. Maybe I am just in burnout, but I am having some analysis paralysis + little luck finding a solution that seems right.

So far I've found that the OWC Mercury Elite Pro enclosure + (Model Number: WD8002FZBX) WD_BLACK 3.5" Gaming HD 7200 RPM SATA is an awesome pair...HOWEVER...

I am currently on a MacBook Pro M3 which only offers USB-C/Thunderbolt type cables. This pair does not seem to offer that capability (USB-C). I do have an adapter, but I really don't want to have to use that for precious data transfering. I want a system that works for this. I'd like to keep it HDD, and I'm looking at the 8TB. I still feel better about keeping my capacities small, and I've also been reading some things about SSDs not being great for long term storage because stuff starts to...."disappear" for the lack of a better word.

I've also considered the OWC Drive Dock (toaster dock) with 2 slots. It has overall good reviews, but the critical ones are important to me, and have made me a little shy about chancing it.

I'm a photographer and videographer and my newest rig is putting out 50MB RAW files and these little HDs just aren't handling that well, AND I want multiple backups. However, my current constraints have pushed me to be more selective and methodical about sorting through my work, so that's been a good thing. I have started filtering out the "no-goods" straight from the memory cards before I even think about transferring to a drive.

Any input would be helpful. Just looking for some community support and experience.

Thank you!