Juan Sipion, a successful wedding filmmaker, shares his journey and insights into the wedding industry. How do you become a second shooter? How do you become a trustworthy second shooter and get hired again and again? All of these questions are answered in this week's podcast. Juan discusses the importance of networking, building relationships, and how being part of Second Society has significantly impacted his career. Not only is Juan a top 3 lead and second shooter for Second Society, but he's become a well known luxury filmmaker not only in Denver, CO but throughout the US. Juan emphasizes the need for a human-first approach in networking and the value of attending events to foster connections. He also provides practical tips for those starting in the industry, highlighting the importance of personality and reliability in securing jobs.Are you on Second Society yet? Join the thousands of wedding filmmakers & photographers who are crushing it as lead and second shooters:www.SecondSociety.io Sign up for a Free Account or Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off Pro Monthly Memberships!Download our Free Guide to becoming the Top 1% of lead and second shooters.https://bit.ly/top_secondsocietyChapters00:00 Introduction to Juan Sipion and His Journey02:44 The Role of Second Society in Career Growth05:57 Networking and Building Relationships in the Wedding Industry08:55 Investing in Networking Events for Long-Term Gains11:36 Tips for Success on Second Society14:54 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
In this episode, Sarah Monica, a wedding photographer and outsourcing expert, shares her journey of transforming her business through effective outsourcing. She discusses the mindset shifts necessary for successful outsourcing, the importance of keeping creative passions alive, and the systems needed to train others effectively. Sarah emphasizes the financial benefits of outsourcing and how it can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life (Save 28 hours a week!). She also highlights the importance of community and support in the outsourcing process, making it clear that photographers can thrive by sharing the workload and focusing on what they love.
Chapters
00:00 The Power of Outsourcing
05:04 Understanding the Outsourcing Mindset
09:41 Finding Your Creative Freedom
14:38 The Art of Teaching and Training
19:47 Building Effective Outsourcing Systems
24:34 The Financial Benefits of Outsourcing
29:40 Creating a Supportive Community
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Erich McVey is a leading destination wedding photographer based out of Salem Oregon. I had the privilege to sit down and get his insights on achieving work-life balance, the importance of delegation, and building a reliable team. He discusses his journey of self-improvement, the role of second shooters, and how to navigate agency relationships. Eric emphasizes the value of investing in talent and offers advice for aspiring photographers looking to elevate their careers.Are you on Second Society yet? Join the thousands of wedding filmmakers & photographers who are crushing it as lead and second shooters:www.SecondSociety.io Sign up for a Free Account or Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off Pro Monthly Memberships!Download our Free Guide to becoming the Top 1% of lead and second shooters.https://bit.ly/top_secondsocietyCheck out Erich's work at:https://www.erichmcvey.comChapters00:00 The Journey of Self-Improvement03:06 Balancing Work and Life06:06 The Importance of Delegation08:57 Building a Reliable Team12:01 Pricing and Packages15:09 Navigating Agency Relationships18:03 Advice for Aspiring Photographers20:53 The Role of Second Shooters23:50 Investing in Talent27:12 The Future of Wedding Photography29:48 Excitement for Upcoming Events
Garrett Richardson is luxury destination wedding photographer who is best known for his RSF or resting smile face.. He discusses the challenges and opportunities he faced in adapting to a new market, the importance of rebranding, and how he focuses on creating a unique client experience.
He's even got his own tagline: Inspires Joy So Marriages Can Thrive.
Garrett emphasizes the significance of building relationships with wedding planners and the flexibility required in the wedding photography business. He reflects on the joys and challenges of his career, highlighting the importance of authenticity and adaptability in a constantly changing industry. In this conversation, we dive into the intricacies of wedding photography, emphasizing the importance of joy, inspiration, and personal branding. The biggest topic, was discussing how photographers can differentiate themselves in a saturated market. The dialogue highlights the emotional connection photographers create with couples and the transformative power of their work.
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00:00 Introduction to Garrett Richardson
01:22 Journey from California to Tennessee
03:40 Adapting to a New Market
06:27 Rebranding and Business Growth
08:23 Creating a Client Experience
10:14 Working with Wedding Planners
12:05 Flexibility in Wedding Photography
13:11 Enjoying the Shift in Focus13:55Mastering the Art of Photography
14:21 Inspiring Joy in Marriages
15:40 The Role of a Photographer
17:31 Differentiating Yourself in the Market
19:25 Building a Strong Brand
21:41 Finding the Right Second Shooter
24:33 Mentorship and Growth in Photography
I sat down with Daniel Elliott from Anchor and Light Films to hear his unique experience of booking a wedding in Italy from Second Society while dealing with a broken ankle. They discuss the value of the Second Society platform for connecting with other wedding professionals, the challenges of filming weddings, and the rewarding aspects of destination weddings, including same day edits. The speaker reflects on the creative risks taken for portfolio building and the importance of relationships in the wedding industry.
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Find the best wedding inquiry guides, welcome guides, email templates and more from Steph.https://bit.ly/43UaNkSAre you on Second Society yet? Join the thousands of wedding filmmakers & photographerswww.SecondSociety.io Sign up for a Free Account orUse code PODCAST30 for 30% off Pro Monthly Memberships!Download our Free Guide to becoming the Top 1% of lead and second shooters.https://bit.ly/top_secondsocietyChapters00:00 Adventures in Italy with a Broken Ankle02:45 The Value of Second Society06:10 Filming Weddings: Challenges and Experiences09:10 Destination Weddings and Same Day Edits11:46 Creative Risks and Portfolio Building
In this conversation, Anni Graham shares her journey into photography, influenced by her upbringing in India and her desire to tell stories through images. She discusses the importance of community in the photography industry, the challenges of balancing family life with a career, and how personal definitions of success can shape one's path. Anni emphasizes the need for a supportive network and the value of being vulnerable in asking for help, ultimately advocating for a more connected and community-driven approach to building a photography business. Check out her community at Immersed Education https://immersed-education.mykajabi.com/membership Find the best wedding inquiry guides, welcome guides, email templates and more from Steph. https://bit.ly/43UaNkS Are you on Second Society yet? Join the thousands of wedding filmmakers & photographers www.SecondSociety.io Sign up for a Free Account or Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off Pro Monthly Memberships! Download our Free Guide to becoming the Top 1% of lead and second shooters. https://bit.ly/top_secondsociety 00:00 The Journey to Photography 06:30 Cultural Influences on Community and Family 12:46 The Importance of Community in Photography 18:32 Building a Supportive Network 30:28 Defining Personal Success 42:49 Balancing Family Life and Career
Stephanie Marie, formally known as Stephanie Meade sits down and shares her inspiring journey of overcoming tragedy and finding success in her photography business. Steph is a seriously the biggest cheerleader I've ever met. Her energy and joy in life is contagious and any chance you get to hear or be around her we take it!
In this episode, she emphasizes the importance of enjoying the journey, reconnecting with the passion that started it all, and giving oneself grace. Stephanie also resonates with our mantra, community over competition and the need to celebrate others' wins.
She encourages listeners to create an idea shop to prioritize and focus on one thing at a time and use tools to help with procrastination.
Check out the latest Steph Marie Workshop Recap filmed by yours truly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rx7ndau7NXM
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Jai Long, a serial entrepreneur, wedding photographer, and educator, shares his journey from being a photographer to becoming an educator and building a successful education business.
We dive deep into how Jai makes ambitious goals and becomes passionate and determined to achieve them. Jai's transparency with his employees and his focus on building a legacy for them is also something that makes an incredible leader. Our conversation explores the importance of building a strong community and culture within a business.
He emphasizes the need to create products that can be sold repeatedly, rather than focusing on low-value tasks. Jai also talks about his newest course Metamorphosis with Cara Mia, designed to bring back creativity to shooting weddings.
Check out Jai Long
Interested in Metamorphosis?
https://jointhemetamorphosis.com/course
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00:00 From Photographer to Educator
13:00 Building a Community and Overcoming Challenges
24:49 Transparency and Building a Legacy
26:18 Building a Strong Community and Culture
27:43 Transparency and Trust in the Workplace
29:38 Prioritizing Employee Well-being
33:21 The Misconception of Passive Income
52:47 Increasing Income through Higher Value Tasks
55:02 Standing Out in a Saturated Market
57:00 The Power of Partnerships
01:10:54 Protecting Intellectual Property in Partnerships
Second Society is rebranding after a year and a half. We went through a journey of finding the right designer and faced challenges with our initial branding and want to give you all the WHAT NOT TO DO's when rebranding your company! After 9 months we eventually found a designer who understood our vision and created a brand that marries luxury boutique vibes with a side of adventure.
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00:00 Introduction and the Importance of Rebranding
01:15 The Journey of Rebranding Second Society
04:30 Initial Branding and the Need for a Rebrand
06:21 Marrying Luxury Boutique Vibes with Adventure
09:09 Challenges with Previous Designers
10:37 Finding the Right Designer for a Successful Rebrand
11:35 Highlighting Artists on the Second Society Platform
13:25 Introducing the Community App for Photographers and Videographers
15:42 Conclusion and Future Plans
Daniel shares his ethos of being a human first, photographer second, and wedding photographer third.
He emphasizes the importance of shooting details like portraits and capturing the essence of the subject. Daniel also talks about his shift from shooting posed and perfect photos to embracing a more artistic and authentic style.
He discusses the importance of being confident in one's unique style and finding clients who appreciate and resonate with that style. Daniel also talks about the need to break free from societal expectations and focus on one's own vision and passion.
Check out Daniel Kim https://danielkimphoto.com/
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00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
03:14 Embracing Authenticity: From Posed to Artistic Wedding Photography
13:35 From Fear to Possibility: Transforming the Creative Process
16:30 Shooting Details Like Portraits: Unleashing Creativity in Wedding Photography
23:20 The Importance of Being a Human First in Photography
23:47 Discovering a New Approach to Wedding Photography
25:14 Gaining Confidence in Your Work
26:13 The Impactful Question That Changed Everything
29:40 Embracing Your Uniqueness and Attracting the Right Clients
30:38 The Value of Shooting for Free
34:04 Setting Your Own Price Based on Uniqueness
36:01 Creating a Positive Experience for Couples
38:21 The Importance of Capturing the Experience
44:08 Believing in Abundance in the Industry
46:34 Taking Responsibility for Success
As Top Shooter on Second Society, Jake Kazakevich shares the exact blueprint on how he's made upwards of $30,000 in the past year on Second Society. His main focus has always been investing in building relationships and networking which has led to valuable opportunities in the wedding industry, even when the gigs didn't pay well.
Check out Jake's Wedding Films http://wildhouseweddings.com
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Introduction and Background
02:11 The Influence of Music on Video Editing
04:40 The Journey of Continuous Learning
07:05 Job Opportunities on Second Society
09:28 The Value of Collaborating with Photographers on Second Society
11:55 The Benefits of Building Relationships within the Second Society Community
13:56 High-Paying Gigs
15:09 Building a Network
15:44 The Return on Relationship Investment
16:13 The Worth of Platforms
17:26 The Impact of High-Quality Footage on a Portfolio
17:41 Navigating the Competitive Landscape
18:51 Delivering Excellent Results for More Opportunities
Josh Helton from A Little Long Distance seems to have broken every rule in the rule book when it comes to be a top wedding videographer in the industry.
He's been able to tap into creative storytelling unlike any other filmmaker I know and has achieved national recognition for his brand. His success has allowed him to tap into a work life balance that I think so many of us desire and yet have a hard time actually achieving.
I hope this podcast is an inspiration to look deep inside and find what makes you truly you. Find how you can add indescribable value to your couples enabling your name and brand to take you where you want to go. For Josh, that's a 36 acre farm outside of Nashville and plenty of time with his family.
Our conversation highlights the value of staying true to oneself and creating films that reflect personal values and priorities.
Check out Josh's work
http://alittlelongdistance.com
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00:00 Introduction and Overview
05:27 The Power of Storytelling in Wedding Films
14:24 Balancing Work and Personal Life in the Wedding Industry
29:25 The Appeal of a Slower Lifestyle and Open Spaces
35:25 Work-Life Balance and Priorities
Zack Schomp an incredible wedding photographer in Northern California shares his journey from music to photography and his experience as a second shooter. He emphasizes the importance of choosing happiness and creativity over money and trends in the wedding industry.
Zack has had the pleasure of working alongside world renowned photographers like Nirav Patel & Gretchen Gause. With his extensive experience, he discusses the love he finds in being a second shooter and the importance of being responsive and finding unique shots.
He shares insights on progressing from a second shooter to a lead shooter and navigating the luxury wedding market; however, finds so much joy in working as a team and seeing the whole collection of a wedding a huge joy.
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:20 Transitioning from Music to Photography
03:37 Challenges Faced During the Pandemic
04:57 The Importance of Choosing Happiness and Creativity
06:23 The Role of a Second Shooter
07:58 Finding Joy in Being Part of a Team
09:25 Choosing Happiness and Creativity Over External Factors
11:23 Being Present and Responding in the Moment
12:46 Taking Unique Shots as a Second Shooter
15:37 Overcoming Awkwardness as a Second Shooter
20:30 Favorite Wedding Experience
21:46 Process of Booking Clients
24:07 Pursuing Creativity and Happiness
25:04 Conclusion
In this episode, David emphasizes the value of friendship and the role it plays in successful second shooting. The conversation also delves into creating a portfolio as a second shooter and building a sustainable career in the industry. We share insights on finding purpose beyond money and success, investing in savings, and outsourcing to manage time effectively.
Learn how to build a sustainable wedding business here!
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
01:18 The Importance of Second Shooters
05:40 Developing Skills as a Second Shooter
08:24 The Role of Friendship in Second Shooting
09:22 Matching Style and Dressing the Part
13:42 Creating a Portfolio as a Second Shooter
20:22 Finding Purpose Beyond Money and Success
28:50 Investing in Savings and Personal Growth
31:41 Outsourcing and Time Management
35:04 Trusting in God's Plan and Prioritizing Family
36:57 Overview of the Profitable Filmmaker Course
39:50 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
In this episode, Kelly and Taylor from the Level Up podcast discuss the transition from the mainstream wedding market to the luxury market.
We also talk about The Road To Luxury Workshop
A 3 day FREE Workshop for Wedding Filmmakers and Photographers
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https://thelevelupco.com/workshop-secondsociety
Takeaways
Transitioning to the luxury market requires a shift in strategy and understanding of client expectations.
Presenting yourself professionally on the wedding day, including attire and demeanor, is crucial in the luxury market.
Curating your Instagram presence and showcasing your best work helps attract high-end clients.
Building relationships with wedding planners is essential for success in the luxury market.
Connecting with clients and telling their story can be achieved even without extensive pre-wedding consultations.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:21 Difference Between Mainstream and Luxury Market
08:20 Benefits of the Luxury Market
13:47 Challenges and Strategies in the Luxury Market
25:21 Curating an Instagram Presence
27:45 Building Relationships with Wedding Planners
32:14 Connecting with Clients on the Wedding Day
38:12 Telling the Story in the Luxury Market
39:11 Free Workshop March 12-14
Irma Garcia, a wedding videographer from Newport Rhode Island, shares her journey and experiences in the industry. She discusses starting her business in 2019 and the challenges she faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Irma also talks about managing a team and the importance of balancing creativity with logistical tasks.
She highlights how Second Society helped her find a reliable second shooter for a wedding and build a relationship with other filmmakers.
Irma emphasizes the value of the platform and the trust it provides in finding the right fit for collaborations.
She expresses excitement for the future of Second Society and its potential to become a staple in the industry.
Some takeaways from the Episode!
1. Starting a wedding videography business requires perseverance and continuous learning.
2. Managing a team can be challenging, but finding the right balance between creativity and logistics is crucial.
3. Second Society provides a reliable platform for finding second shooters and building relationships with other filmmakers.
4. Filling out a detailed profile on Second Society increases trust and improves the chances of finding the right fit!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:22 Starting a Wedding Videography Business
02:21 Challenges and Successes in 2020 and 2021
03:20 Managing a Team and Balancing Creativity
04:16 Finding a Second Shooter on Second Society
06:35 The Benefits of Second Society
08:02 The Importance of Filling Out a Profile
09:26 Building Trust and Finding the Right Fit
10:52 Excitement for the Future of Second Society
11:11 Conclusion
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Check out Irma's Work
Instagram: @earthandsun.co
In this episode, Brandon Johnson, a videographer and educator, shares his journey in the wedding industry and how he built a strong social media presence.
He discusses the importance of consistency and authenticity in building a following. Brandon also talks about overcoming fear and imposter syndrome when sharing educational content.
He emphasizes the value of providing value to even just ONE person. Additionally, he shares his future plans, including creating his own course and expanding his clothing brand, Creative Beings.
Takeaways
1. Consistency and authenticity are key in building a strong social media presence.
2. Overcome fear and imposter syndrome by focusing on providing value to even just one person.
3. Negativity and criticism are inevitable, but don't let them discourage you.
4. Avoid analysis paralysis and be open to taking on new opportunities.
5. Dream big and be open to new possibilities in your career.
6. Consider starting a side project or business that aligns with your passion.
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Check out Brandon's Work:
@novafilm.co
https://novafilmco.com
https://www.creativebeingsco.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:07 Entering the Education Space
10:02 Overcoming Fear and Imposter Syndrome
14:20 Dealing with Negativity and Criticism
20:43 Avoiding Analysis Paralysis
24:30 Future Plans and Dreams
28:32 Creative Beings Clothing Line
31:48 Education Classes and Resources
32:48 Closing Remarks