how to film weddings

This week John chats with Holly Felts, a high-end photographer who started her career around the same time as John. They share their journey together, how they've referred each other, the mindset behind their brands, how to work luxury weddings, and more! 

Are the weddings that you film fulfilling for you creatively? This we on the How To Film Weddings Podcast John and Nick are chatting about how to find and work with couples and weddings that you actually want to work with and not just couples that are paying you to be there.

Tomorrow (November 14th, 2023) is the last day to enroll in our new How To Film Weddings Course!

Check it out here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/thecourse

We're excited to welcome back another guest from across the pond, this week Richard Leng joins Nick to share his story, his passion for film, how he keeps his creative spark going, and much more! 

How do you create more authentic wedding films? This week on the show Nick flies solo for the long overdue return of Madeleine Burgett of Films by Madeleine. Madeleine shares how things have changed for her since she came on the show back in 2020, how she's prioritizing authentic moments, and how she incorporates that into her storytelling. 

We're going across the pond with this week's episode...via Zoom with special guests Vanessa and Ivo, the husband and wife photo and video duo that is absolutely crushing it in Europe. Vanessa and Ivo share their journey as filmmakers, working as a team, the industry in Europe, travelling internationally for weddings, and more! 

This week on the show Stanton Giles of Films by Stanton returns to chat with John and get vulnerable about why they film weddings, what the future holds, the hierarchy of needs and much more. 

This week on the podcast John chats with with Megan Edgemond of Salt Rock Studios. From her East Coast roots to making waves in the bustling creative community of Los Angeles, Megan shares her experiences, challenges, and the lessons she's learned along the way.

🎙 Episode Highlights:

• Megan's early inspirations and her love affair with the camera.
• The transition from music to wedding videography.
• The power of networking and building genuine relationships in the industry.
• Investing in oneself and the importance of continuous learning.
• Megan's insights into the luxury wedding market and her aspirations for the future.

🔗 Mentioned Links:

• How to Film Weddings Outsourcing
• Salt Rock Studios

📌 Connect with Megan Edgemond:

• Instagram: @SaltRock.Studios
• Website: Salt Rock Studios

In this episode of the podcast we share our journey of creating content, building a community, and the challenges we've encountered. We emphasize the significance of taking imperfect action, valuing community over competition, and our dedication to uplifting and supporting wedding filmmakers. We open up about our experiences, hurdles, and the invaluable lessons we've gathered, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the heart of our brand.

This week John and Nick are nerding out on all things color grading...we're talking about the theory behind your color grade, practical tips to improving your color and 6 tips to take it all to the next level. 

We are also super pumped to announce our new lut pack that we've created with Gamut! Check it out here: howtofilmweddings.com/luts

This week on the How To Film Weddings podcast Blake Pollino joins John to share their journey working together and 3 different ways they have seen the quality of their films increase over time. Get ready to change your films and change your business! 

Join us this week at the Calibrate workshop, get your ticket for the online event here: howtofilmweddings.com/calibrate

You need more friends...specifically other wedding filmmaker friends. In this episode, John and Nick get into the power of networking for business growth. They share humorous behind-the-scenes moments, emphasizing the need for continuous evolution in business. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to expand your connections, eager to gain insights from top professionals, or just seeking a good laugh, this episode is a must-listen. Plus, discover exclusive perks for the How to Film Weddings community and how you can be a part of it. Join the journey to elevate your business and networking game!

Don't miss out on the Calibrate Workshop:  howtofilmweddings.com/calibrate

We're pumped to have Instagram growth coach, Brock Johnson on the show this week. Brock shares his game-changing strategies for Instagram growth specifically for wedding videographers. Whether you're feeling stuck with your Instagram or looking to up your Instagram game, this episode has something valuable for you.

Calibrate Workshop Tickets: Calibrate Workshop

Follow Brock:  Brock Johnson Instagram

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This week on the How To Film Weddings Podcast, John flies solo breaking down the 5 biggest mistakes he sees wedding filmmakers make on the wedding day. We're talking about prioritizing your footage over the story, being easy to work with, and much more!

Ever been ghosted by a potential client right after you send them the proposal? If you haven't you're probably not being honest with yourself or you haven't been doing this very long...it happens to all of us at some point or another in our business. This week on the How To Film Weddings podcast Nick chats with business and marketing guru Sam Jacobson to uncover the 5 biggest mistakes that wedding filmmakers make when sending out proposals and trying to close the deal. 

What the heck is Threads and should I be using it for my wedding video business? 100 Million new users is enticing but do you really need another social media platform to keep up with? This week on the How To Film Weddings Podcast, John and Nick share their experience with the new Twitter copycat and what they think about the new platform as a tool for marketing your business.

We have such a special treat for you this week on the How To Film Weddings Podcast! This week John sits down with the one and only KT Merry to talk all things Luxury Weddings. John asks all the questions you've ever wanted to ask about the high-end market, building a sustainable long-lasting wedding business, advice for up-and-coming filmmakers, and so much more! 

Raise your hand if you are a wedding filmmaker who has contemplated offering video ✋ This week on the How To Film Weddings podcast John interviews Rebekah and Jonah August of The Augusts, a husband and wife photo/video team located in Canada that is absolutely crushing it! John dives into their social media strategy, how they work with other vendors on the wedding day, and much more! 

Half of 2023 is in the books...how has it gone so far? How are your bookings looking for next year? In this episode of the How To Film Weddings Podcast, John and Nick are sharing 5 things you can start right now that will make sure that 2024 is your most successful year ever. We're talking business strategy, pricing, understanding your market, and much, much more! 

We've all been there...you're wearing all the hats in your wedding video business. Filming, editing, marketing, social media, blogs, web design, taxes, payroll, and the list goes on and on forever. In this week's episode of the How To Film Weddings podcast John and Nick share their journeys in their business that have led them to outsource the parts of their business that they don't have time for or just the parts they don't love. Get ready to get some of your life back with some tips and tricks on how you can better utilize the finite amount of time you have to make more money and make more time for yourself and your family. 

This week on the How To Film Weddings podcast, John flies solo interviewing Atit Amin of Weekend Project Studios to dive into his incredible story and uncover his best tips and tricks to break into the high-end South Asian market. Atit shares his process on how he's created a team, how he works with planners, and how he's charged $65,000 and more for multi-day weddings!