Podcasts about wedding films

Jason and Jared and the THREE types of referrals you need to get as a wedding filmmakers and photographers and how to get more of each. 

This week on the Coda Podcast, I'm joined by Richard Leng from RL Films.Richard has been a respected voice in the wedding filmmaking industry for many years, helping countless filmmakers elevate both their work and their businesses through his Clarity workshop and mentoring programme. In this episode, we discuss pricing strategy, knowing your worth, adapting to the shift from millennial to Gen Z clients, and the growing trend of manufactured authenticity in the wedding industry.A thoughtful conversation packed with insights for filmmakers looking to build a stronger, more sustainable business. Guest: https://www.rlfilmsco.comHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com

This week, I'm joined by Tom from Hitched Productions — a filmmaker who's been consistently booking around 40 weddings a year, largely thanks to the momentum he creates through Instagram teasers.Tom's teasers have become instantly recognisable for their high-energy, vibrant style, delivered just days after the wedding to capture the excitement while it's still at its peak. In this episode, we break down his full strategy for creating and delivering those teasers, how they've impacted his business, and the workflow behind producing them so quickly without sacrificing quality.We also dive into the unique way Tom has been incorporating a vintage camcorder into his workflow to add another layer nostalgia and depth to his films.If you've been looking to improve your social media output, generate more word-of-mouth bookings, or bring more personality into your films, then this hat will bring you home great value Guest: https://hitchedproductions.co.ukHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com

Jason and Jared breakdown how branding (even cool branding) can set you up to fail and how to make a promise with your brand voice that creates customer satisfaction

The first episode in my series exploring wedding videographers using AI in unique ways features Steven Ringrose, who built an iPhone app designed specifically for wedding filmmakers and photographers called Prelude.Prelude can take all the information you have about a wedding — no matter how messy or disorganised — and turn it into a clean, minute-by-minute timeline complete with live notifications, helping you stay on top of every key moment throughout the day.In this episode, we break down the entire process behind building the app, how Steven used AI to bring the idea to life despite having no coding experience, and what this could mean for the future of tools built specifically for wedding creatives.Guest: https://www.prelude.dayHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com

Jason and Jared spoke out against the booking agency model for wedding photo and video companies and the booking agencies didn't like that... So they wrote an e-book about us. 

What do couples actually want when they're booking a wedding filmmaker?In this episode of the Coda Podcast, I speak with three filmmakers who've recently planned their own weddings—giving us a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how couples choose their suppliers.We break down what makes a business stand out, what turns couples off, and how you can improve your films, website, and delivery to convert more enquiries into bookings. Guests: https://adamwingfilms.com`https://www.danielwatsonfilm.com https://www.tinboxmemories.co.uk Host: https://roo-films.com Coda: https://coda-conference.com

In just 3 years Scott Mackenzie has completely transformed his business. He has gone from shooting 70+ local weddings a year for £1700, to shooting glamorous destination weddings across Europe with budgets of £5000+ In this podcast we discuss how he was able to pull off this drastic change in his business and the power of collaboration to maximise creativity

Join Ashley and Dylan as they discuss everything they've been watching, including Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, Dragn,  The Pout Pout Fish and Ted. They also share their thoughts on the latest film and TV news, including the announcement of an upcoming Lord of the Rings film written by Stephen Colbert, and reveal their Top 3 Wedding Films. Thumbs for Trailers - Forgotten Island: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8RHqN93qfo   - Faces of Death: https://youtu.be/bKiX2FBBz54   - The Furious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Avky8dVaqAI   - Apex: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgv8jf_8dm0   - Moana: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7f6hlKsxxo   Content Mentioned: Animated Wonders: https://animatedwonders.podbean.com   All-New Marvel Cast: https://all-newmarvelcast.podbean.com  Holocron Entries: https://holocronentires.podbean.com   Dragn Review: https://explosionnetwork.com/dragn-review   The Pout-Pout Fish Review: https://explosionnetwork.com/the-pout-pout-fish-review  Episode Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 4:46 - What's In Our Watch History? 31:38 - Film and TV News 45:19 - Thumbs for Trailers 1:01:46 - Top 3: Wedding Films 1:11:08 - This Week, What Do You Wanna Watch? What's In Our Watch History? Daredevil: Born Again: Season 2 Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice Dragn The Pout Pout Fish Project Hail Mary Ready or Not: Here I Come Ted: Season 2 Hosts: Ashley Hobley: https://bsky.app/profile/ashleyhobley.bsky.social  Dylan Blight: https://bsky.app/profile/dylan.explosionnetwork.com  Follow our Trakt: Ashley - https://trakt.tv/users/ashleyhobley   Dylan - https://trakt.tv/users/vivaladil   Music: Dylan Blight Art by: Cherie Henriques Support Us: http://explosionnetwork.com/support  What Do You Wanna Watch is the Explosion Network's premier media podcast. Join Ashley and Dylan every week to discuss all the current news in TV, film and online media. #WDYWW

Sean from Sean Elliot Photography books and shoots 100 weddings a year - solo. On top of that, his small team handles another 30+ weddings annually, In this conversation, we break down how that's even possible.We talk about the systems and strategies that allow him to consistently book at a strong price point, the power of building genuine relationships with venues, why he insists on an in-person consultation with every single couple before they book… and how mastering delegation has allowed his company to scale without sacrificing quality. Guest: https://seanelliottphotography.co.ukHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com

In this special episode, I'm joined by the founders of the British Wedding Film Festival, Joce, Jeff, Laura and Pete.Fresh from their inaugural event, we unpack what really happened behind the scenes - the judging process, the feedback from filmmakers, and the big changes already planned for next year.Guest: https://www.britishweddingfilmfestival.com/Host: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com

With over 4.5k followers, 567 posts, and Reels reaching over a million views, Instagram was a huge part of Arran's business visibility. And then he quit.In this episode, we talk honestly about why he stepped away, the impact it's had, and how he's ensuring his wedding filmmaking business continues to grow without relying on the algorithm.Guest: https://arrankenny.co.ukHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com

In today's episode of Coda Chats, I'm joined by Adam Johnson of ARJ Photography.An influential voice in the world of wedding photography, Adam is the founder of Fed Wed and the author of the brilliant SuperchARJ newsletter. We sit down to talk about the future of wedding photography and filmmaking, the impact of AI on the industry, and how to navigate ego, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome as creatives.Guest: https://www.arj-photo.co.ukHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com

Jason and Jared talk about the value of taking creative risks while shooting weddings and how to know if it's worth it to get that "sick shot" or if you should just get to cocktail hour to shoot room details. 

Dp you need to be friends with your clients to make great work. Jared and Jason say "No". Let's explore... Buckle up. 

Jason and Jared let you know which camera gear are a true gift for wedding filmmakers and what gear is more like a lump of coal in your gear bag?Lumix S1ii https://geni.us/vnx9wLumix 24-60 f/2.8 https://geni.us/vPtf6Canon C50 https://geni.us/canon_c50Plaud Note AI Recorderhttps://geni.us/paud_ai_recorderKondor Blue Firefly DTAP Light https://geni.us/kondor_blue_firefly DJI Mavic 4 Pro https://geni.us/dji_mavic4_proDJI Air 5 Pro https://geni.us/dji_mavic4_pro DJI RS4 Pro https://geni.us/dji_ronin4_pro Kondor Blue Who is Matt Audio Pack https://geni.us/kondor_blue_audio_packAputure MC Pro https://geni.us/xNPbF Tilta BLK22 Portable Charger https://geni.us/tilta_blk22_chargerBubblebee Mic Hiding Kit https://geni.us/bubblebee_mic_starterUlanzi Portable Fog https://geni.us/ulanzi_fm01_fogSIDIO Crates https://geni.us/rTJ7WcB 

Jason and Jared break down why creatives NEED to create, follow and maintain a budget and how to harness your creative energy and emotions to make budgeting... fun? 

Breaking down the some of the biggest challenges facing professional wedding filmmaking as a whole and one idea that might allow the industry category to fight back against all the headwinds we are facing. Is it time to get united? 

We all have heard the term "Bridezilla" to describe a challenging bride (we think Groomzilla should be a thing too). In this episode Jason and Jared discuss working with challenging couples and whether or not the "Bridezilla" thing is even really... a thing. 

Jason and Jared discuss the challenges of shooting weddings where bad weather is an issue and how to make sure you can still deliver amazing films for your couples. 

  On today's episode of The Heart & Hustle Podcast, Evie and Lindsay sit down with the insanely talented filmmaking duo Roma and Vera. Roma and Vera are married creatives who left Russia, rebuilt their business from scratch in Spain, and are now capturing breathtaking, emotion-filled wedding films all over the world. From shooting their first American wedding without speaking much English to finding beauty in chaos and imperfection, Roma & Vera share how they craft cinematic love stories that feel as genuine as the couples themselves. They talk about how to attract your dream clients, why “fun classy” beats “perfectly posed,” and how following intuition (and a good playlist) can change everything. Whether you're a photographer, filmmaker, or any creative entrepreneur, you'll be inspired to ditch the trends, trust your gut, and chase what feels real. Get ready to fall in love with the art of storytelling through film! --------------------------------- Destination Photographer Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/destination --------------------------------- Heart Shop: https://theheartuniversity.com/shop  --------------------------------- Primally Pure: https://primallypure.com/?rfsn=5649435.725fd3 Use HEARTANDHUSTLE for 10% OFF. --------------------------------- Watch Roma & Vera's work:  https://www.romaverafilms.com/ Follow Roma & Vera on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romavera_films/ --------------------------------- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theheartuniversitychannel?si=33lzxpBA9UxKlgTE --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- “PODCAST10” for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity      

Drones are ubiquitous in the wedding space, but with a lot of the uncertainty around drones here in the USA and the emergence of Content Creators are our opening drone shots of the gold course under threat? Jason and Jared discuss! 

Jason and Jared break down how they shot a crazy three day luxury wedding industry gala in Miami, Florida. They break down how the handle preproduction, shooting and team management for an event with TONs of deliverables and a same day timeline (and look good doing it). 

HTFW is gone and we thought... Let's unpack that with John. John Bunn was one half of the How To Film Weddings duo and he comes on to talk all things HTFW, the future of education and wedding films, and what's next for HTFW and John. 

The dreaded "best ot" lists in the wedding industry, our obsession with PR and clout, and why in the end it all comes back to "excellence". Lindsay Landman of Lindsay Landman Events out of NYC joins the show to discuss it all and drop a few hot takes about wedding filmmakers and their black jeans. 

Welcome back to the Rundown with Jake and Nate!! *We had some audio issues in this episode, so a few cuts may sound a little jumpy. Thanks for rolling with it!*All of our digital assets 30% off with the code 'RUNDOWN': https://runawayvows.myshopify.com/To submit an anonymous story for our next episode, do so here:https://shor.by/podcastsubmission • Our Course Library: https://go.runawayvows.com/course• Check out our Digital Assets: https://runawayvows.myshopify.com/• Shop our LUT Pack: https://gamut.io/product/prestige/?gamut=runawayvowsUse code RUNAWAY for 15% off• Get our Thru the Lens Course: https://www.thruthelens.io/Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runawayvows/Follow our Education: https://www.instagram.com/runawayvowseducation/Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/runawayweddings/Follow Jake: https://www.instagram.com/jakeweislerfilms/Follow Nate: https://www.instagram.com/nateahanfilm/

Welcome back to the Rundown with Jake and Nate!! All of our digital assets 30% off with the code 'RUNDOWN': https://runawayvows.myshopify.com/To submit an anonymous story for our next episode, do so here:https://shor.by/podcastsubmission • Our Course Library: https://go.runawayvows.com/course• Check out our Digital Assets: https://runawayvows.myshopify.com/• Shop our LUT Pack: https://gamut.io/product/prestige/?gamut=runawayvowsUse code RUNAWAY for 15% off• Get our Thru the Lens Course: https://www.thruthelens.io/Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runawayvows/Follow our Education: https://www.instagram.com/runawayvowseducation/Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/runawayweddings/Follow Jake: https://www.instagram.com/jakeweislerfilms/Follow Nate: https://www.instagram.com/nateahanfilm/

2025 has been, for many in weddings, a down year but the question is... WHY? In this episode Jared and Jason break down some reasons why you MAY not be booking in2025 and hopefully how to avoid the same fate in 2026. 

We hear the terms "Editorial" and "Documentary" style thrown around a lot but what the heck does this mean and which style is right for you? I dunno. Here's a podcast about it. 

Jimmy Lick of Second Society come son to discuss what drove him to start his all-in-one booking platform for hiring shooters, Second Society, how to get hired for great gigs as a 2nd shooter, and the interesting economy around hiring shooters at wedding in 2025. 

Wedding films are as unique as the couples they celebrate—each one telling a different story. But with so many styles out there, how do you know which type of wedding film is right for you? In today's episode of Wedding Secrets Unveiled!, we're joined by Larry Minick of LMproductions, who brings his passion for storytelling to the conversation. Larry dives into what makes a wedding film truly unforgettable, how the industry has evolved, and the latest trends couples are loving. Whether you're leaning toward a cinematic feature or a short highlight reel, this episode is packed with insights to help you choose the perfect way to relive your big day! Please rate, review and subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening so you never miss an episode. Even better share it with a friend! It's a great way to show your support and let us know what you think. Thank you for listening. To get the full show notes head to https://sarazarrella.com/2025/07/the-art-of-wedding-films/ Check us out on YouTube! Make sure to like and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@SaraZarrella/podcasts For more information check out our website at https://sarazarrella.com/wedding-podcast Join our Monthly Newsletter for tips, tricks and Freebies! https://sarazarrella.com/newsletter Would love to be friends on the gram at https://www.instagram.com/sarazarrellaphotography/

What does it REALLY mean to provide a good customer experience as a wedding creative and who decides anyway? 

If you've ever second-guessed your work, held back from trying something new, or felt the pressure to deliver perfection in every frame, this episode is for you. We're diving into the art of embracing imperfection in your wedding films and how leaning into raw, honest moments (yes, even the ones with tricky lighting or imperfect angles) can actually elevate your work and serve your clients better.We talk about using black and white footage as a storytelling tool, releasing the pressure to make everything look perfect, and trusting your instincts more than the rules. Because the truth is, the best filmmakers aren't the ones who never miss focus—they're the ones who know what really matters in a film.Let this be your permission slip to trust your eye, shoot what feels real, and keep growing into the creative you're meant to be. You don't need to do it all flawlessly to make something unforgettable.

Everybody needs a website, but is your website doing your photo/video biz more harm than good? Jason and Jared breakdown the ways your website could be turning clients away and 4 necessary things each website must do to be effective. 

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Jason and Jared explore the New Yorker article "Does the Knot Have a Fake Bride's Problem?" and discuss the perils of online advertising, their own Knot stats (at the end), and the culture in the wedding industry that makes helping normal vendors understand marketing and sales so hard. 

Jared and Jason break down the keys to selling to anyone: Mirroring, signaling, and authenticity. 

Jason and Jared discuss a hot topic: storytelling... They explore some of the buzzwords and cliches used in the wedding videography community and explore the true HEART of wedding filmmaking: family. 

Jared and Jason dive into the challenges of starting a new wedding filmmaking brand in 2025 and what we would focus on if we were starting or establishing a new brand in 2025. Even you vets may learn something. 

Jason and Jared discuss (again) why it's so hard for wedding filmmakers to take part in wedding PR and some active steps we believe WE can take to be better partners to our friends in the PR world

Jason and Jared are back for season five... or seven... depending on who you ask... of the WFS Show. The guys discuss creating a course, why awards are dumb, why awards are awesome, and more on this, the first episode of Season Five of the Wedding Film School show!

Ryan Browne of Forged in the North talks building your teams and studios the RIGHT way. Built to last. 

Sharrone Calafiore of Fiore Films joins us to discuss "videographer's luck", how she captures memorable frames, and the amazing privilege of being a wedding filmmaker.  

Julia Kentner of Julia Kentner Films joins us to talk about how to approach the wedding industry with your eye on making the right connecting, being genuine, and making the leap into wedding filmmaking. 

Lindsey Conklin joins us on this special episode to discuss elevating wedding filmmaking in the industry, couples that "don't want video", and why you NEED to come to Clarity 2024 to hear him speak

We hear about the value of "timelessness" so much and so often in the wedding creative world many of us never stop to ask the question "Wait. Does it even have value to be timeless?" Jason. and Jared explore this concept and the value of trends in setting your art apart from the market in this spicy episode of the WFS Show. 

Clarity is our annual retreat for wedding filmmakers. This year we are hosting the event in NYC and couldn't be more excited but... like... why? We do you need another education event as a wedding creative? Jason and Jared break that down and discuss what you can expect from Clarity 2025. 

Jason and Jared break down their sale process and what they believe are some of the the most important understandings every wedding filmmaker should understand about sales and getting clients and planners to sign on the dotted line.