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LEVEL UP

175 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 60 ratings

Ready to level up your wedding videography or photography business? Created to help wedding filmmakers + photographers level up their businesses and their craft, so they can make more and work less.

LEVEL UP gives filmmakers + photographers every tool needed to confidently enter the luxury market.

Learn the ins and outs of the luxury market, how to align your brand within it, and become fully prepared to take your business from mainstream to luxury.

In a nutshell: this is the wedding filmmaking + photography podcast for creatives striving for more in their businesses.

The wedding industry can be a challenging place to build a career, and we are here to help.
https://thelevelupco.com/

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Building a High Level Team w/ Abby jiu

April 23, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

It is no secret that operating as a team is not super common once you reach a certain level in the industry. But can it be done when executed correctly? Today’s guest Abby Jiu is showing us that it absolutely can! Abby of Abby Jiu excels as the leader of a dynamic team of four photographers. Together, the all-women lead team specializes in luxury weddings, creating visual masterpieces that have earned recognition in prestigious publications like Over the Moon and Brides. And today Abby is ...

The Art of Risk Taking w/ Storybox Cinema

April 22, 2024 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Risk taking is a muscle. You can flex it, you can get better at it, but that doesn't make it any less scary. Today's guest Chris Jespersen is proof of that. Chris's company, Storybox Cinema, is at the top of almost every "best of" list and how did he get there? By taking risks.  Chris discusses how taking calculated risks in his career has gotten him to where he is today. And how as he rose in the industry, those risks never got less scary. But he knows by taking the risks everyone else is ...

The Art of Risk Taking with Storybox Cinema

April 22, 2024 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Risk taking is a muscle. You can flex it, you can get better at it, but that doesn't make it any less scary. Today's guest Chris Jespersen is proof of that. Chris's company, Storybox Cinema, is at the top of almost every "best of" list and how did he get there? By taking risks.  Chris discusses how taking calculated risks in his career has gotten him to where he is today. And how as he rose in the industry, those risks never got less scary. But he knows by taking the risks everyone else is ...

Pushing Boundaries w/ Kate and Co.

April 09, 2024 10:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

What do you do when you have all these goals and dreams for your business but feel limited by your local market? Do you choose to accept those pre convinced notions that there may not be space for "luxury weddings" or do you push those boundaries and make it happen? We started the conversation last week about bringing luxury to your local market and this week we are continuing it with Kate Turner of Kate + Co. Kate not only shares her story of how she got into wedding and design but also ho...

Pushing Boundaries with Kate and Co.

April 09, 2024 10:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

What do you do when you have all these goals and dreams for your business but feel limited by your local market? Do you choose to accept those pre convinced notions that there may not be space for "luxury weddings" or do you push those boundaries and make it happen? We started the conversation last week about bringing luxury to your local market and this week we are continuing it with Kate Turner of Kate + Co. Kate not only shares her story of how she got into wedding and design but also ho...

Creating a luxury market in a non-luxury location w/ Mike Cassimatis

April 02, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Have you ever thought that you can’t charge luxury prices because there is no luxury market in your area? First of all, you are not alone in thinking this. But second of all, you might be wrong. And today’s guest proves that.  Mike Cassimatis is sharing his story about how he helped bring luxury to St Louis and how he has gone from charing 1500 to 18k, all in his local market. He has mastered the practice of asking himself “Is this thought reality or is it mindset?” which has helped him pav...

Creating a luxury market in a non-luxury location with Mike Cassimatis

April 02, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Have you ever thought that you can’t charge luxury prices because there is no luxury market in your area? First of all, you are not alone in thinking this. But second of all, you might be wrong. And today’s guest proves that.  Mike Cassimatis is sharing his story about how he helped bring luxury to St Louis and how he has gone from charing 1500 to 18k, all in his local market. He has mastered the practice of asking himself “Is this thought reality or is it mindset?” which has helped him pav...

Curating a luxury social media presence with Peyton Frank

March 29, 2024 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

When you are thinking about your brand, you should be thinking beyond your logo and the colors on your website. Yes the fonts you choose and the words you use are important, but it will mean nothing if you aren't giving the same care and attention to your social media.  Today's guest Peyton Frank has mastered making her social media presence part of her brand. Named one of the top videographers in the world by publications like Harper's Bazaar and Over the Moon, Peyton is sharing how she ha...

Curating a luxury social media presence w/ Peyton Frank

March 29, 2024 13:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

When you are thinking about your brand, you should be thinking beyond your logo and the colors on your website. Yes the fonts you choose and the words you use are important, but it will mean nothing if you aren't giving the same care and attention to your social media.  Today's guest Peyton Frank has mastered making her social media presence part of her brand. Named one of the top videographers in the world by publications like Harper's Bazaar and Over the Moon, Peyton is sharing how she ha...

Curating a luxury social media presence

March 26, 2024 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

When you are thinking about your brand, you should be thinking beyond your logo and the colors on your website. Yes the fonts you choose and the words you use are important, but it will mean nothing if you aren't giving the same care and attention to your social media.  Today's guest Peyton Frank has mastered making her social media presence part of her brand. Named one of the top videographers in the world by publications like Harper's Bazaar and Over the Moon, Peyton is sharing how she ha...

Burn the Boat

March 19, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

It's time to go all in. It is time to show up and pull that safety net from your business. It is time to simply go for it and figure it out along the way. Let's burn the boat and further our growth together. The Luxury Framework + Mastermind are now OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT.  The door will close March 20th so DO NOT WAIT! https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework. LEVEL UP resources: - Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-communication-guide - Download y...

Prioritizing progress over perfection

March 15, 2024 10:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Sometimes it can feel like all we ever do is plant seeds in our business but we never actually reap those rewards. Today on the podcast Taylor and Kelley are joined with some of their Luxury Framework Mastermind alumni to discuss how easy it is to become impatient and just give up.  Instead, you must prioritize progress over perfection and remember you just have to fully commit. Being consistent over time is the only way to do it and  you will be reaping all those rewards before you know it....

THE ROAD TO LUXURY WORKSHOP - DAY ONE LIVE!!

March 13, 2024 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

We loved yesterday so much we wanted to make day one of the workshop available to everybody!! Don't forget to join our facebook group here- https://www.facebook.com/groups/354162660789590/ for days 2 & 3! There is still so much gold to be shared and we feel so inspired already by all of our attendees! Make sure to download your workbook if you haven't already https://thelevelupco.com/workbook and here is a direct link to the vision board template https://shorturl.at/zCLM2. Make sure to po...

How to find the luxury in every event w/ Giselle Films

March 12, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Do you ever feel frustrated trying to figure out how to attract luxury clients when you are not shooting luxury weddings quite yet? Today's guest Giselle Diaz shares how she learned to find the luxury in every event. She has been able to double her prices by discerning what to show, and not show, from each wedding she captures- even if they may not feel luxury as a whole.  THE ROAD TO LUXURY // A free 3 day virtual workshop starting TODAY! March 12th - 15th at 10am PST / !pm EST. Head to ht...

How to find the luxury in every event with Giselle Films

March 12, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Do you ever feel frustrated trying to figure out how to attract luxury clients when you are not shooting luxury weddings quite yet? Today's guest Giselle Diaz shares how she learned to find the luxury in every event. She has been able to double her prices by discerning what to show, and not show, from each wedding she captures- even if they may not feel luxury as a whole.  THE ROAD TO LUXURY // A free 3 day virtual workshop starting TODAY! March 12th - 15th at 10am PST / !pm EST. Head to ht...

How being selfish in your business is a good thing

March 07, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

We are taught from a young age how not to be selfish. But what if we told you that you actually NEED to be selfish in your business sometimes? Today we are giving you four reasons why. From how to curate what you are showing on social media to learning when to say no, we are holding nothing back. We promise you will leave this episode with a newfound appreciation for what being selfish at the right time can do for you.  THE ROAD TO LUXURY // A free 3 day virtual workshop happening March 12t...

Blocking out the noise w/ Rosemary Films

March 05, 2024 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

Are you letting who books you dictate the kind of weddings you are shooting? Or what about feeling totally in control of the video side of things but lost when it comes to the business side of things? Today's guest Miranda Rangel of Rosemary Films opens up about how she felt stuck in her business and overwhelmed with where to turn. Running a successful videography business is just as much about the actual business part as it is the technical. And while there are many different avenues of edu...

Blocking out the noise with Rosemary Films

March 05, 2024 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

Are you letting who books you dictate the kind of weddings you are shooting? Or what about feeling totally in control of the video side of things but lost when it comes to the business side of things? Today's guest Miranda Rangel of Rosemary Films opens up about how she felt stuck in her business and overwhelmed with where to turn. Running a successful videography business is just as much about the actual business part as it is the technical. And while there are many different avenues of edu...

The best investment for your business with Cinematt Films

February 27, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

How much can you really learn after almost two decades worth of experience in the wedding industry? Today's guest Matthieu Meynier has the answer. And spoiler alert? You actually never stop learning. Matthieu has been in business since 2001 and is revealing the best investment he has made in those 23 years- continuing to invest in education. THE ROAD TO LUXURY // A free 3 day virtual workshop happening March 12th - 15th at 10am PST / !pm EST. Head to https://thelevelupco.com/workshop to sig...

The best investment for your business w/ Cinematt Films

February 27, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

How much can you really learn after almost two decades worth of experience in the wedding industry? Today's guest Matthieu Meynier has the answer. And spoiler alert? You actually never stop learning. Matthieu has been in business since 2001 and is revealing the best investment he has made in those 23 years- continuing to invest in education. THE ROAD TO LUXURY // A free 3 day virtual workshop happening March 12th - 15th at 10am PST / !pm EST. Head to https://thelevelupco.com/workshop to sig...

The truth about booking luxury weddings

February 25, 2024 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Want to know the truth about booking luxury weddings? Your business is meant to serve you. Not the other way around. Period.  On today's podcast, Taylor and Kelley are talking about all the ways to make sure your business is serving you how it should. From figuring out which market you should target to the benefits of having a healthy work/life balance, they are holding nothing back. Stop letting your business run you and open your eyes to the life that could be yours if you do. LEVEL UP r...

Why you need to stop letting your business run you.

February 23, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Your business is meant to serve you. Not the other way around. Period.  On today's podcast, Taylor and Kelley are talking about all the ways to make sure your business is serving you how it should. From figuring out which market you should target to the benefits of having a healthy work/life balance, they are holding nothing back. Stop letting your business run you and open your eyes to the life that could be yours if you do. THE ROAD TO LUXURY // A free 3 day virtual workshop happening Mar...

New life seasons called for big business changes w/ Summer Films

February 18, 2024 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

So you have had your eyes opened to the luxury wedding industry- now what? Today’s podcast guest Summer Jones of Summer Films talks about just that. After feeling burnt out in her business Summer chats about the actionable steps she took to reach the luxury market. From rebranding, to updating her headshots, to really honing in on finding her ideal client, she did it all.  Summer Jones is a wedding filmmaker serving the southeast and beyond. Through a relationship-focused, elevated, and mea...

New life seasons called for big business changes with Summer Films

February 18, 2024 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

So you have had your eyes opened to the luxury wedding industry- now what? Today’s podcast guest Summer Jones of Summer Films talks about just that. After feeling burnt out in her business Summer chats about the actionable steps she took to reach the luxury market. From rebranding, to updating her headshots, to really honing in on finding her ideal client, she did it all.  Summer Jones is a wedding filmmaker serving the southeast and beyond. Through a relationship-focused, elevated, and mea...

Going from $2500 to $10k in 9 months with Drew Coleman

February 06, 2024 14:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

Can you imagine quadrupling your prices in less than a year? Because that is exactly what today's guest Drew Coleman did. He went from charging $2500 to $10k in just 9 months! If your ideal client landed on your instagram page would they book you based off that alone? Make that answer YES!! FREE Instagram Review February 15th in our Level Up Co Facebook page. Submit your instagram for review at https://thelevelupco.com/instagramreviews. Drew Coleman of Drew Coleman Films is a North Carolin...

Going from $2500 to $10k in 9 months w/ Drew Coleman

February 06, 2024 14:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

Can you imagine quadrupling your prices in less than a year? Because that is exactly what today's guest Drew Coleman did. He went from charging $2500 to $10k in just 9 months! If your ideal client landed on your instagram page would they book you based off that alone? Make that answer YES!! FREE Instagram Review February 15th in our Level Up Co Facebook page. Submit your instagram for review at https://thelevelupco.com/instagramreviews. Drew Coleman of Drew Coleman Films is a North Carolin...

Is going viral HURTING you?

January 30, 2024 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

The possibility of millions of people seeing your content and being exposed to your brand is an amazing thing, right? Well, maybe. The popularity of reels + TikTok and the excitement  of trying to going viral has changed the way we view content and these platforms. We see more and more people acting like influencers, whose sole mission is audience building and view count. The thing is: we aren't influencers. We are business owners. And our goals are very different. Today's podcast episode...

How to continue growing (even during slow seasons)

January 23, 2024 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

For many of us we are currently in the midst of our off season. Of course this is a time to rest, but it's also a time to RESET and REFRESH a few areas of our business that can use some TLC.  We walk you through the most effective ways to utilize this off season so that you are setting yourself up for the best year ahead!  MISSED OUR RESET SUMMIT? PURCHASE THE REPLAY - AVAILABLE NOW: https://thelevelupco.com/reset LEVEL UP resources: - Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelup...

Staying True to Yourself While Serving The Luxury Market w/ Kim Alvarado Films

January 16, 2024 13:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Does the luxury market put you in a box? Today's guest Kim Alvarado is well on her way to the luxury market and firmly believes in remaining true to yourself. We love her outlook and dedication to her brand! GRAB YOUR TICKET TO THE RESET SUMMIT: https://thelevelupco.com/reset About Kim: Kim is a former journalist turned filmmaker who began filming weddings on the East Coast before moving to San Diego during the pandemic. She is proud to pair her knowledge  for telling true love stories as...

The 7 mistakes you're making when a potential client inquires

January 09, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Hate getting ghosted? So do we. If you're a wedding filmmaker or photographer, you might be making one (or many) of these 7 common mistakes when it comes to the booking process. GRAB YOUR TICKET TO THE RESET SUMMIT: https://thelevelupco.com/reset LEVEL UP resources: - Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-communication-guide - Download your free Planner Communication Guide here: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-communication-freebie - Purchase the Filmm...

The New Year RESET

January 02, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Heading in to a new year is always exciting, and as wedding filmmakers and photographers, we tend to have a fresh and energized outlook on the coming year. Now is the time to: Reset. Refocus. Restart. Especially since booking season is upon us. We challenge you to adopt a fresh perspective and strategy to the way you approach pricing, packages + proposals. And that's what we will be discussing during this year's Reset Summit. GRAB YOUR TICKET TO THE RESET SUMMIT: https://thelevelupco....

Why focus is the key to success w/ Saltrock Studios

December 27, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Do you ever feel like you're being pulled in multiple directions creatively, but having a hard time gaining meaningful traction in any one of them? You might be lacking focus. And as it turns out, focus is a key ingredient to building a successful and sustainable business in the wedding industry. Megan Edgemond founded Saltrock Studios with the goal of creating fine art wedding films that truly capture the essence of each couple she works with. Her desire to tell stories make each film uni...

Q&A: Answering Your Questions (raising your prices, crediting vendors + more)

December 12, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MB

We put out a call for questions from YOU on our Instagram and in our Facebook Group (linked below), and today we are answering your questions! LEVEL UP resources: - Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-communication-guide - Download your free Planner Communication Guide here: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-communication-freebie - Purchase the Filmmaker / Wedding Planner Communication Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bund...

Why your content should shift as you rise within the industry

December 05, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

As you begin to rise within the industry, your content will begin to shift. The way you capture the event + what you capture will slightly change, and you'll want a more polished and refined set of imagery to deliver to your clients and wedding planners. We created the Elevated Shot List in partnership with a luxury wedding planner to help you identify ways you can be sure to capture the right details at weddings + how to easily elevate your images. Grab yours below: Grab your Elevated Sho...

Why you need to be showing up more on Instagram w/ Wild + Roam

November 28, 2023 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB

Did you know that if you leverage your content well, it can lead to more bookings? This week on the podcast we chatted with Dryden and Emily of Wild + Roam about their strategy for utilizing Instagram to book incredible weddings across the world. This husband and wife photo/video team has only been in business for 3 years and are already doing some incredible things. Tune in to this week’s episode of the LEVEL UP podcast for some serious inspiration and incredible takeaways. https://wild...

The Language of Luxury Events w/ 1011 Makeup

November 22, 2023 19:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

No matter what area of the wedding industry you serve, when you reach the luxury level, there are certain things you're expected to understand. The "language" and understanding of the ins and outs of luxury events will help you impress planners and avoid faux pas. LEVEL UP resources: - Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-communication-guide - Download your free Planner Communication Guide here: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-communication-freebie - Pu...

The Etiquette of Filming Behind the Scenes at a Wedding

November 14, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Many of us have either encountered another filmmaking team capturing behind the scenes at a wedding, or have been the one to fulfill this role. The lines of what's appropriate to capture, share, and how to interact on the wedding day may seem blurred, but in this conversation we talk about the etiquette of filming bts at a wedding so we can be sure to never step on anyone else's toes. LEVEL UP resources: - Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-communicati...

How to Recognize a Luxury Event w/ Mulberry and Moss

November 12, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

If you've ever walked into an event and wondered to yourself, "Is this luxury?" then you're not alone. Chances are, the florals will be a good indicator as to whether or not the event is "luxury," and that's the theme of today's discussion. About Sarah Wahhab: www.mulberryandmoss.com @mulberryandmos mulberryandmoss.com/shop Sarah is the founder and owner of Mulberry & Moss, a Southern California Based Floral Studio specializing in luxury weddings with an outdoor, romantic garden aesthetic....

The Importance of Brand Voice + Copy w/ CEÁRR Creative

October 26, 2023 16:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB

Specializing in story-centric copy that elicits emotion, Sarah crafts brand messaging, website text, & client communication that emulates and amplifies the artistry of those she collaborates with. Inspired by the tangible allure of coffee table books & an intention to make the online world equally beautiful, Sarah writes content for creators who resonate with her artful style of commentary. Thanks to twenty years of experience in events— including design, execution, and photography— her firs...

The Best Kept Secrets of Success w/ Vowed on Film

October 18, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

Enrollment for Luxury Filmmaker Framework and Luxury Filmmaker Mastermind is now closed! Join the waitlist here >> https://thelevelupco.com/luxuryfilmmakerframework About Alex: Cuban-American born and raised in Miami currently I reside in Vero beach FL. I’m a husband, girl dad of 2 with baby boy finally on the way lol. Former athlete/actor/dancer! Started with photography in 2019 and started video towards end of 2020. www.vowedonfilm.com @vowedonfilm LEVEL UP resources: - Luxury Client C...

Self Sabotage and Trusting the Process

October 10, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

Self sabotage is something we see a lot of in the wedding industry. Are you guilty of it, too? LEVEL UP resources: - Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-communication-guide - Download your free Planner Communication Guide here: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-communication-freebie - Purchase the Filmmaker / Wedding Planner Communication Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle - Purchase the Elevated Client Experience Bun...

Copy this Growth Strategy to Make a Big Leap w/ Lens of Lenox

October 04, 2023 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Today on the podcast, Kelley and Taylor sit down with Luxury Filmmaker Mastermind ALUMNI Kara and Drew Lenox of Lens of Lenox to discuss how they approached making a HUGE leap in their own business in 2023. About Lens of Lenox: Kara and Drew Lenox are the owners of Lens of Lenox, a wedding filmmaking company based in Northern California.  While planning their own wedding, Kara and Drew found a wonderful community of creatives and knew right then and there that they could apply their technic...

Leaning in to what makes you unique w/ Gabrielle Fordham

September 26, 2023 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Luxury Filmmaker Mastermind Alumni Gabrielle Fordham has seen incredible growth in her business in 2023, and her story is an inspiring one. With backgrounds in design and psychology, Gabrielle Fordham brings deep emotion and beautiful aesthetics together in her films. Since becoming a filmmaker nearly 10 years ago, she's come to love events rich in family history with meaning woven into every detail. Gabrielle aims to capture the essence of the human spirt and showcase the beautiful design o...

How to Become the Premium Option in Any Market w/ Runaway Vows

September 19, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

Jake Weisler and Nate Teahan of Runaway Vows have risen within the wedding industry quickly, and it's clear why: they have a solid vision for their business and they make consistent moves to push themselves towards their goals. From doing primary destination wedding work to now focusing in on their local market in Utah, Jake and Nate have a knack for strategy, and beautiful films are the cherry on top. Connect with Runaway Vows: https://runawayvows.com/ https://www.instagram.com/runawayvo...

How to feel more fulfilled as a filmmaker w/ John Bunn

September 12, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

Can you run a highly profitable business while still feeling creatively fulfilled as a wedding filmmaker? The answer: absolutely. Today's podcast guest is John Bunn, a wedding filmmaker and educator based in Oklahoma. Having been in the industry for 17 years, John's wedding film business has taken many forms: from managing a team of 10 and shooting 50+ weddings per year, to now only taking a small number of premium clients, and everything in between. He's also 1/2 of the power duo over at ...

Jumping from $4,500-$18,000 in 3 Years (Taylor's Story)

September 05, 2023 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Quick business growth requires a lot of strategy, a little bit of grit, and an attitude of "why not?" thrown in. Today on the podcast, we are sharing Taylor's story. Taylor began her wedding cinematography business in 2017, and in 2020 was booking weddings for $4500. Fast forward to 2023, and she is booking weddings at $18,000 - that's a jump of $13,500 in just 3 years! Listen now to hear how she made this happen. ------------------------------------------------------ As wedding filmmaker...

Over a Decade into Business + THRIVING (Kelley's Story)

August 29, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MB

LEVEL UP cohost Kelley Gilster, alongside her husband Paul, has built 618 Studios over the past 13 years into a recognizable and wildly profitable brand within the wedding industry. But it didn't always look that way. From doing their first several weddings for under $1000 to now booking weddings at $25,000+, their journey and calculated growth path is an inspiring one to hear. ------------------------------------------------------ As wedding filmmakers, Instagram is one of the most powerf...

Leveraging Your Best Content w/ Erikson Corbin

August 21, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Erikson Corbin is a wedding cinematographer based in South Florida, serving couples on the east coast and select destinations with vibrant and story driven wedding films. https://eriksoncorbin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/eriksoncorbin/ Grab our Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-communication-guide Podcast Sponsor: Wedding Posthouse About Wedding Posthouse: -Wedding videography culling service -Fast turn arounds (less than a week) -You get to keep ...

How to Communicate with Luxury Clients

August 08, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

As you grow within the wedding industry, it becomes extremely common to book clients through wedding planners and have little to no relationship with the client, but there are typically still a few clients here and there who want to communicate with their creative partners directly. So what does communication with clients look like as a wedding videographer or photographer as you grow into the luxury market? Grab our Luxury Client Communication Guide- https://thelevelupco.com/luxury-client-...

Evolving With Trends vs. Staying in Your Own Lane w/ Mae + Co Creative

August 01, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

The wedding industry is a fast paced industry where styles evolve quickly, trends come and go, and many are chasing those Instagram likes and followers. But when it comes down to serving our clients + fellow creative partners, is it best to chase those trends or stay in your own lane? This week's conversation with Manda from Mae + Co Creative is an eye-opening conversation that will benefit you whether you're a filmmaker, photographer, wedding planner, florist, or any type of wedding creati...