How To Film Weddings
364 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 99 ratingsHow To Film Weddings is a wedding videography educational podcast hosted by John Bunn (John Bunn Films, Tulsa OK) and Nick Miller (Wild Oak Films, Wichita KS).
John & Nick have learned a lot about what to do (and what not to do) as wedding film-makers. Our goal is to come along side wedding videographers and help them create better wedding films and succeed in business.
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355. How To Win Over Wedding Planners
July 08, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBIn today’s episode, John is flying solo as he discusses how he builds relationships with wedding planners. Recently, John went from not knowing a luxury wedding planner in Georgia, to being her top referral. How did he do this? He breaks it all down in this week’s episode. Also, a huge shoutout to our sponsors this week Mediazilla, and The Creative Cabana. Be sure to check them out at https://www.howtofilmweddings.com
354. Wedding Day Content Creators with Kenzie Sikes
July 01, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBIt seems over the past few months Content Creators are popping up all over the place and many wedding videographers are a little worried that their jobs are in jeopardy. We view the idea of content creation as a way to shift and grow your business, not as something that will take away from what we do. In today's podcast John interviews Kenzie Sikes of Content by Kenzie. She is a wedding day content creator that has grown her instagram account to over 10K followers and travels all over doin...
353. What are the Qualities That Make for a Successful Wedding Videographer Over Time?
June 27, 2024 05:00 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBWelcome to "You Asked," our short from podcast where we answer your questions. Today, Nick tackles the question: "What are the qualities that make someone successful as a wedding videographer over the long run?" Want to be a wedding videographer for the long haul? Make sure you incorporate these 4 things.
352. Grow on Instagram with Brock Johnson
June 24, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBDo you struggle with Instagram? This week we are joined by Instagram growth expert Brock Johnson to answer your questions! We cover everything from how to grow your following, to attracting the right buyers, to trends he is seeing in 2024 As a bonus, we have 10 Instagram prompts as a freebie at this link: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram/ Follow Brock here: https://instagram.com/brock11johnson Check out his instaclubhub here: https://instaclubhub.com
351. How Do I Rank on Google Without Paid Advertising?
June 20, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes - 9.97 MBWelcome to "You've Asked," our short-form podcast where we answer your questions. In today's episode Austin from Creative Cabana tackles the question, "How do I rank on Google without paid advertising?" Austin compares paid ads to organic SEO and which will work best for your business. Paid ads, like Google or Facebook, offer quick results if you're ready to invest, but organic SEO is like a marathon, demanding time and effort but yielding long-term benefits once you establish your ranking...
350. Market your business WITHOUT Social Media with Rachel Traxler
June 17, 2024 05:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBIn this week's podcast, John brings on educator Rachel Traxler to talk all about how she has grown her photography business, as well as her educational brand. She is the host of the Gold Biz Podcast (https://racheltraxler.com/goldbizpodcast) and helps wedding professionals learn the ins and outs of the business. She is a Photographer Turned Business Coach Helping Photographers Scale Their Business With Strategy And Purpose. In today's episode we talk about how she is using her brand to att...
349. How Do I Become a Better Shooter?
June 13, 2024 05:00 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode of 'You Asked', Nick tackles the common question: "How can I become a better shooter?" Join us as we dive into five essential tips to enhance your shooting skills. Discover why manual control is crucial and how adjusting your shooting style can make your footage more dynamic and interesting. Don't miss out on our practical advice to help make you a better filmmaker.
348. Are you selling your weddings wrong? The 4 Buyer Types with Sam Jacobson
June 10, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBMost of us try to sell to people in a way that would appeal to us. But the truth is, there are 4 different buyer types and you need to know what they are if you want to maximize your chances at selling them your services. Grab a notepad because if you take the info from this week’s episode with Sam Jacobson and apply it, it will change your business. John sat down with Business Expert Sam Jacobson of Ideaction Consulting to talk about the 4 different buyer types, and how we need to approac...
347. Why Should I Use a Service To Deliver My Wedding Films?
June 06, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBWelcome to "You Asked," our short form podcast where we answer your questions. Today's question: "why should I use a service to deliver my wedding films?" Our guest, Michael from MediaZilla, sheds light on this vital aspect. MediaZilla is our preferred platform for delivering wedding films due to its promise of lifetime access for our clients, even if we sell or go out of business. Why consider such a service? Firstly, reliability is paramount. MediaZilla ensures flawless playback, backed...
346. The LEGAL side of your business with Paige Hulse Law // How To Film Weddings
June 03, 2024 05:00 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBSchedule a 1-on-1 mentorship call with John or Nick: https://howtofilmweddings.com/mentorship Whether you like it or not, your contract is SO important to your brand. In this week’s episode we bring on our attorney Paige Hulse to talk through some very important things you should be thinking about when it comes to your contract, and your business. We wish it wouldn’t happen, but if you find yourself in a lawsuit, you want to make sure your contract is solid. We walk through some really im...
345. Weddings Trends That Are On Their Way Out // How To Film Weddings
May 27, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes - 45.4 MBIf you've been in the wedding game for any time at all you'll recognize certain trends get popular in this industry and hang around. We decided to go to our Instagram account and ask our audience what are some wedding day trends that you think (or maybe hope) are on the way out. In this episode we'll read what you think is on the way at and react. Let us know what you think, do you agree or disagree with any of these suggestions? We'd love to hear!
344. How Do You Handle Delivery Times of Your Wedding Films? // You Asked
May 23, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBDownload 10 prompts to grow your instagram account here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram Today’s You Asked question was submitted by Esteban Pallajo of Ahavah Media, “How Do You Handle Delivery Times of Your Wedding Films?” Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
343. From Instagram to Inbox // How To Film Weddings
May 20, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBDownload 10 prompts to grow your instagram account here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram Most of us aimlessly use Instagram, without a plan to help our ideal couples easily reach out to us. This is an incredible tool, that if used correctly, can fill your calendar with ideal couples. The main problem is, most of us wedding filmmakers don’t have a strategy to go from instagram to our inbox. So what do we do? We build an intentional plan. And lucky for you, in today’s episode Nick a...
342. What Are Some Instagram Strategies for Getting New Clients? // You Asked
May 16, 2024 05:00 - 8 minutes - 12 MBDownload 10 prompts to grow your instagram account here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram Today's You Asked question was submitted by Elijah from Two Eleven Weddings, "What Are Some Instagram Strategies for Getting New Clients?" Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
341. Instagram is the Best for Getting People to Notice You // How To Film Weddings
May 13, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBDownload 10 prompts to grow your instagram account here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram Most of us aimlessly use Instagram, without a plan to help our ideal couples and network become AWARE of who we are. This is an incredible tool, that if used correctly, can fill your calendar with ideal couples. The main problem is, most of us wedding filmmakers don't have a strategy. We don't know how to stay consistently in front of mind, when it comes to potential couples, or their vendors. ...
340. How Do I Come Up with Content Ideas for Instagram? // You Asked
May 09, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MBDownload 10 prompts to grow your instagram account here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram Today's You Asked question was submitted by Benjamin Maughhan, "How Do I Come Up with Content Ideas for Instagram?" Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
339. Instagram is the Best for Networking - Instagram is the Best Part 2 // How To Film Weddings
May 06, 2024 05:00 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBDownload 10 prompts to grow your instagram account here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram Are you making big mistakes when it comes to networking using Instagram? Did you know the number one feature used on IG is the DM? Do you know how to not overdo it with potential clients, planners, photographers, and other vendors? In this week’s episode, John and Nick walk through how to Network Using Instagram. Instagram is quite possibly the best tool on the market for wedding filmmakers...
338. What is the etiquette for 'tagging' vs. 'inviting collaborators' on Instagram? // You Asked
May 02, 2024 05:00 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBDownload 10 prompts to grow your instagram account here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram Today's You Asked question was submitted by Brian Johnson, "What is the etiquette for 'tagging' vs. 'inviting collaborators' on instagram?" Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
337. How Important is Instagram in 2024 // How To Film Weddings
April 29, 2024 05:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBDownload 10 prompts to grow your instagram account here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/instagram How important is Instagram in 2024? Spoilers... we think it's pretty important. Love it or hate it the social media application is an essential tool for wedding professionals in 2024. In this episode John and Nick share their thoughts on how to use Instagram and where they see people getting it wrong.
336. Le Rêve Films' Secret to Sales // How To Film Weddings
April 22, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBCheck out our signature course, The How To Film Weddings Course: https://howtofilmweddings.com/thecourse In today’s episode we bring on Lindsey Conklin from Le Rêve Films to talk about his Secret to Sales. Through the years, Lindsey and cherish have built not only one of the top wedding video brands on the planet, but they’ve cultivated relationships with some of the top vendors in the world. You don’t get to the top by not understanding sales. Dive in with John and Lindsey as they dig int...
335. John's $30K Booking Breakdown - Secret to Sales Part 4 // How To Film Weddings
April 15, 2024 05:00 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBCheck out our FREE 2 Day Workshop & Grab some freebies here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/sales ANNOUNCEMENT – The How To Film Weddings Course is opening up for enrollment on April 16th. Mark your calendars! Are you tired of wanting weddings that are more elevated than wht you are currently a part of? Can you not seem to get 'over the hump' and break into a differnt market? That seems to be where a lot of people are in their businesses and we are here for you. In this week's eposde Jo...
How Much Time Should We Spend on Social Media Marketing and What Would it Involve? // You Asked
April 11, 2024 05:00 - 9 minutes - 12.6 MBRegister for our Secret to Sales Workshop: https://howtofilmweddings.com/sales Today's You Asked question, "How much time a day should we spend on social media marketing and what would it involve?" was submitted by Greg Culhane of Culhane Films. Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
333. Level Up Your Consultations & Discovery Calls - Secret to Sales Part 3 // How To Film Weddings
April 08, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBCheck out our FREE 2 Day Workshop & Grab some freebies here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/sales ANNOUNCEMENT - The How To Film Weddings Course is opening up for enrollment on April 16th. Mark your calendars! Are you tired of screwing up your consultation and discovery calls? Do you cringe every time you have to get on a call and sell your services? My friend, you are not alone. You got into this business to be creative. But, unfortunately, if you want to be a successful creative business...
What are the Best Ways to Promote My Wedding Videos? // You Asked
April 04, 2024 05:00 - 8 minutes - 11.1 MBRegister for our Secret to Sales Workshop: https://howtofilmweddings.com/sales Today's You Asked question, "What are the best ways to promote my wedding videos?" was submitted by Kristo Veertee from rollingroad oü submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
How To ATTRACT Our Ideal Buyers - Secret To Sales Part 2 // How To Film Weddings
April 01, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBCheck out our FREE 2 Day Workshop & Grab some freebies here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/sales ANNOUNCEMENT - The How To Film Weddings Course is opening up for enrollment on April 16th. Mark your calendars! Now that we know who it is we want to work with, we can start focusing completely on building a brand that attracts them to you. In today's episode, John and Nick break down how you can go about attracting your ideal buyers to your brand. Are you tired of getting this question on y...
What Are Three Key Ways to Maintain a Healthy Work/Life Balance? // You Asked
March 28, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBRegister for our Secret to Sales Workshop: https://howtofilmweddings.com/sales Today’s You Asked question, "What are three key ways to maintain a healthy work/life balance?" was submitted by Nelson Santana of Santana Wedding Films. Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
Finding Your Ideal Couples - Secret To Sales Part 1 // How To Film Weddings
March 25, 2024 05:00 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBCheck out our FREE 2 Day Workshop & Grab some freebies here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/sales ANNOUNCEMENT - The How To Film Weddings Course is opening up for enrollment on April 16th. Mark your calendars! Most of us spend A LOT of time working for couples we absolutely should NOT be working with. Why does this happen? Because we take whatever we can get. Do you know who it is you really want to be serving, and more importantly why you want to serve them? This is the first step into ...
How Can I Increase My Price as a One Man Band? // You Asked
March 21, 2024 05:00 - 6 minutes - 8.42 MBToday’s You Asked question, 'How can I increase my price as a one man band?" was submitted by Bryson Kelsch of BK Media Submit a question here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
327. Your Website is More Important Than Your Wedding Films w/ Austin from Creative Cabana // How To Film Weddings
March 18, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBWe hate to say it, but Your Website is More Important Than Your Wedding Films. We aren't saying that your wedding films don't matter (because they obviously do), but whether you like it or not, most couples have made up their mind about you BEFORE they ever watch any of your work. In today's episode, we bring on Website and Branding Expert Austin Blanchard of The Creative Cabana to walk through how he takes his clients to the next level with their branding. Whether you are needing a full r...
326. How Can I Say No To a Job When I Need the Money? // You Asked
March 14, 2024 06:00 - 10 minutes - 14.3 MBToday's You Asked questions, "How can i say no to a job when I need the money?" was submitted by Jose Cardenas of Milestones of Love. Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
325. How To Level Up Your Website As You Grow // How To Film Weddings
March 11, 2024 06:00 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBShould you just have an Instagram page? Should you buy a template? When should you upgrade to a full on branding update? We have you covered. In this week’s episode, Nick and John are diving into your website, and whether or not you are doing it right, based on the position you are in with your brand. You do not want to miss this one! In this week’s episode we will literally walk through each kind of website you can have. Whether it be an Instagram page, a 1 page template, a multi-page tem...
324. What Do I Do When People React Poorly To My Prices? // You Asked
March 07, 2024 06:00 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MBToday's You Asked question, "What do I do when people react poorly to my prices?" was submitted by Bryson Kelsch of Bk Media. Submit your question here: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
323. The 10 Most Common Mistakes We See on Wedding Videographer’s Websites // How To Film Weddings
March 04, 2024 06:00 - 36 minutes - 51 MBAre you missing it somewhere on your website? After reviewing literally hundreds of our student's websites, we have learned a thing or two about what most wedding filmmakers are doing WRONG on their website. So in this episode of our series all about "Websites" Nick and John are digging into the 10 most common mistakes we see on wedding videographer's websites. Do you make any of these mistakes? Let us know in the comments! Also be sure to check out the sponsor of this series, The Creative...
322. How Much Do you Feel That A Professional Rebrand Boosted Your Perception? // You Asked
February 29, 2024 06:00 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MBToday’s ‘You Asked’ question is, "How much do you feel that a professional rebrand boosted your inquires, prices, and perception?" submitted by Joshua Jones from Yonder Film Co. Today's question was answered by Austin from https://creativecabana.co/
321. What Does Your Website Say About Your Brand? // How To Film Weddings
February 26, 2024 06:00 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBYour Website is SO MUCH more important to your brand than you realize. It is literally the thing that if done wrong, could cost you THOUSANDS of dollars a year. But we have you covered! In this brand new series, John and Nick are diving deep into "Websites" and want to show you the exact steps they have taken to level up their websites the past few years, pushing them both into the 5 figure wedding video realm! Your website is the thing that really shows your potential couples whether or n...
320. How Can I Connect with Vendors if I am New To Weddings? // You Asked
February 22, 2024 13:30 - 8 minutes - 12 MBToday's 'You Asked' question is, "How Can I Connect with Vendors and Planners if I am New to Weddings?" submitted by Jeremy Schmidt. Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
319. How putting couples first pushed Nova Film Co over $10,000 // How To Film Weddings
February 19, 2024 13:30 - 58 minutes - 79.9 MBAre you stuck in a rut in your business? You definitely want to hear what Brandon Johnson of Nova Film Co has to say in today’s podcast. Today, John sits down with Brandon and talks about how he has grown past 50k followers on IG, but more importantly, his mindset on how to serve couples and show them what really matters. With a focus on taking care of couples, and their families, Brandon has grown a business that has pushed past the $10,000 per wedding film threshold. Which is kind of crazy...
318. What's One Thing I Could Be Good At That Will Profit My Business? // You Asked
February 15, 2024 13:30 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MBToday's You Asked question is, "If I could be really good at one thing that will profit my business, what would it be?" Submitted by Erick Adjanor from DelightStudio. What do you think will help the most you profit the most in your business? Gear? Editing? Marketing? Networking? In this short episode, Nick shares his thoughts on the one thing that will help you profit the most over the long haul. Submit a question: https://howtofilmweddings.com/survey
317. 4 Ways to Become a Better Filmmaker with Wayward North Films // How To Film Weddings
February 12, 2024 13:30 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBIn this week's podcast John spends some time with Jaired Sullivan of Wayward North Films & The Films We Make Podcast. John interviews Jaired about this as a wedding filmmaker and growing educator. The guys talk about the 4 ways to become a better wedding filmmaker. Sign up for the workshop: https://waywardnorth.myflodesk.com/babf Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/waywardnorth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/waywardnorthfilms Website - https://www.waywardnorthfilms.com/educa...
316. How Do You Motivate Yourself to Edit with a Backlog // You Asked
February 08, 2024 13:30 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBToday's You Asked question is, "How do you motivate yourself to edit with a backlog of films to make?" submitted by Zach Perry of Lemon Tree Video. If you've experienced a big backlog, you know that it can feel like a crushing debt. In this mini podcast episode, Nick shares his thoughts on tackling the dreaded backlog. What kind of plan should be put into place and how do you edit efficiently? Hopefully this episode will help you get out of your backlog. Submit a question: https://howtof...
315. Why You Aren't Hitting Your Goals // How To Film Weddings
February 05, 2024 13:00 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MB“You don’t rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your systems.” If all you are doing is setting goals, you will NEVER achieve them. In this week’s episode, John and Nick walk through the mindset you really need to have when it comes to creating small disciplines you can repeat with consistency every single day. Have you already quit on your goals for 2024? It is probably because you haven’t set up the right systems. Check out our mastermind group: https://howtofilmwed...
314. What Is The Best Way to Create a Teaser? // You Asked
February 01, 2024 18:40 - 6 minutes - 9.1 MBIn this mini-episode of 'You Asked' Nick dives into a question about efficiency in time when it comes to editing a wedding teaser. How much time should you put into it? How important are teasers to your business? Nick gives his quick takes here. Apply for our Mastermind Group: https://howtofilmweddings.com/mastermind
313. From $0 to $5,000 Bookings in 12 Months with String Lights Films // How To Film Weddings
January 29, 2024 13:30 - 53 minutes - 74.2 MBOn this week's episode of the How To Film Weddings podcast we bring on Kaella and Brooke of String Lights Films. Kaella and Brooke were a part of our 2023 Mastermind class and they were totally bought in. They applied everything they learned and went from free weddings to charging over $5k in their first year of business! Get ready to be inspired with this incredible duo. Join Mastermind: https://howtofilmweddings.com/mastermind
312. How Can I Get The Price of Other Videographers? // You Asked
January 25, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes - 8.66 MBIn this episode of 'You Asked' John tackles the question of getting prices of other videographers in your area. Is there a good way to do this so? Find out in this week's mini-podcast episode.
311. Consider THIS For Your Wedding Film Business // How To Film Weddings
January 22, 2024 14:58 - 49 minutes - 68.8 MBOn today's podcast the guys are sharing their thoughts from the annual Mastermind Retreat. This year John, Nick and 85 of their closest friends spent the week in Scottsdale, AZ doing what they believe is the best thing that How To Film Weddings does. If you are at all interested in Mastermind by HTFW, this episode is for your. Join the Mastermind waitlist: https://bit.ly/45ztZ70
310. What Is The Right Way To Approach Outsourcing? // You Asked
January 18, 2024 13:00 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBDo you have a massive backlog? Do you feel like you are drowning in your business and you'd like to clear up some time for yourself? Outsourcing your edits is a great way to to do that. But what do you do when you're ready to outsource? What should be your attitude? How do you communicate with your editor? In this 'You Asked' episode, Nick shares his experience with outsourcing and how to make the most of it with your editor. Join the Mastermind Waitlist: https://howtofilmweddings.com/mast...
309. Getting Ready for 2024 // How To Film Weddings
January 15, 2024 13:00 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBIt's the beginning of another year and John and Nick are here to help. If we aren't careful, the year can make the plan for us, rather than us planning the year. In this episode the guys share their tips for getting the most out of this year by looking back at 2023.
308. If I Had Zero Followers and No Connections How Do I Get Bookings? // You Asked
January 11, 2024 16:28 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBGetting a wedding video business up and running is hard enough when you consider all of the technical things you need to take care of. But one of the biggest challenges we face is getting new clients. And, what do you do if you're brand new and don't have much work to show. In today's episode of 'You Asked' John answers that question and shares what he would do if he had no followers and no connections.
307. Mastermind by HTFW // How To Film Weddings
January 08, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBIn this week’s episode, we break down Mastermind by How To Film Weddings. A 12 month program designed to take wedding filmmakers to the next level. John and Nick talk through the 4 components to mastermind, and bring on current students and mastermind alumni to share their experiences. Be notified when enrollment for mastermind opens: https://bit.ly/45ztZ70
306. How Do I Improve Confidence In My Sales Calls? // You Asked
January 04, 2024 20:07 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBLet’s be honest.. if you don’t like sales, it can be tough to be a wedding videographer. The truth is that sales doesn’t have to be hard. In this new series of bonus podcasts, John breaks down how to improve confidence in your sales calls. This is a short episode, straight to the point, answering what to do to improve confidence, and give you some tips and tricks to build that confidence as a salesperson. Like it or not, you have to know how to sell if you want to have success in your busine...