The How To Film Weddings Show

Today Austin from the Creative Cabana joins to show to talk about the hard truths of running a business by yourself and what many wedding videographers simply overlook starting out.Check Out The Villa West Shop Here:https://geni.us/09P2pqtGet 60% Off Your First Edit with Uncut Gems - use code HTFWhttps://www.uncutgems.com/HTFW SPONSORS⚡️Deliver Your Videos Beautifully  - https://vidflow.co/htfw⚡️UNCUT GEMS - use code HTFW 60%off - https://www.uncutgems.com/⚡️The Best MUSIC Platform for Weddings - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial⚡️Lighten Your Workload w/ Lemlii - https://www.lemlii.com/partners-htfw⚡️The Best SFX! - https://multiplysound.com/?ref=7mDq2v18AF8nnTFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Alesia Films joins the show to talk about her wedding film journey to filming with intention, breaking camera rules to serve the moment better, and how showing up as yourself is far more important than which camera you use.Get UNVEILED Behind The Scenes - use code HTFW for 25% offFull Payment: https://alesia-piol-hunter.mykajabi.com/offers/x4YDreA2?coupon_code=HTFWPayment Plan (2 months): https://alesia-piol-hunter.mykajabi.com/offers/V2GrriYE?coupon_code=HTFWWatch Alesia's Filmshttps://www.youtube.com/@UCCEKZrTPzeByKckXyK6tyyw Follow her journeyhttps://www.instagram.com/alesiafilmsOutsource with Uncut Gems - use code HTFW for 60% off your first edithttps://www.uncutgems.com/Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

In this episode, we unpack the shift from chasing success and validation to building a business that actually aligns with who you are and what truly matters.Outsource with Uncut Gems - use code HTFW for 60%off!https://uncutgems.com/Javiers | Sundial Creativehttps://www.instagram.com/sundial.creatives/https://www.youtube.com/@Sundial.Creatives/HTFW SPONSORS⚡️Deliver Your Videos Beautifully  - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/waywar...⚡️The Best MUSIC Platform for Weddings - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial⚡️Lighten Your Workload w/ Lemlii - https://www.lemlii.com/partners-htfw⚡️Elevate Your Films w/ Tonal SFX - https://multiplysound.com/?⚡️ref=7mDq...⚡️Websites You Can Trust - https://howtofilmweddings.com/creativ...🔥 The Wayward North Lut Pack - https://stan.store/howtofilmweddings📹 Jaired's Wedding Film Kit - https://www.amazon.com/shop/waywardno...howtofilmweddings.cominstagram.com/howtofilmweddings‪@WaywardNorth‬Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

In this episode of How To Film Weddings, I sit down with August from Velvet & Vows to talk about the evolution every filmmaker goes through—from chasing gear and cinematic perfection to simplifying your process and focusing on what actually matters. We unpack solo shooting, creative burnout, imitation vs originality, and how to create wedding films that feel honest, intentional, and true to you.Outsource with Uncut Gems - use code HTFW for 60%off!https://uncutgems.com/Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Meet the filmmakers who fell in love filming weddings together and turn love into cinema consistently.By The Gatewoods  / bythegatewoods  ⚡️60% Off Your First Edit w/ Uncut Gems - https://howtofilmweddings.com/uncut-gemsHTFW SPONSORS⚡️Deliver Your Videos Beautifully - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/waywar...⚡️The Best MUSIC Platform for Weddings - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial⚡️Lighten Your Workload w/ Lemlii - https://www.lemlii.com/partners-htfw⚡️Elevate Your Films w/ Tonal SFX - https://multiplysound.com/?⚡️ref=7mDq...⚡️Websites You Can Trust - https://howtofilmweddings.com/creativ...Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

No one prepares you for the transition from parenthood to business owner or trying to do all of it solo. There's a hidden cost that comes from all of that pressure. Today me and Maclean from Plotline seek to unravel it and how to better navigate the uglier side of entrepreneurship.Try Plotline Today! - https://www.plotline.pro/?via=jaired⚡️60% Off Your First Edit w/ Uncut Gems - https://howtofilmweddings.com/uncut-gems⚡️Deliver Your Videos Beautifully  - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/waywar...⚡️The Best MUSIC Platform for Weddings - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial⚡️Lighten Your Workload w/ Lemlii - https://www.lemlii.com/partners-htfw⚡️Elevate Your Films w/ Tonal SFX - https://multiplysound.com/?⚡️ref=7mDq...⚡️Websites You Can Trust - https://howtofilmweddings.com/creativ...howtofilmweddings.cominstagram.com/howtofilmweddingsFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Rylee Rohner of Films by Ry to unpack what actually moves the needle in a wedding filmmaker’s journey. Rylee shares how she stumbled into weddings in high school, drifted through odd jobs after graduation, and eventually made a defining decision to quit everything and fully commit. Along the way, we talk about how taking uncomfortable risks created momentum, and why clarity in your craft matters more than chasing viral moments. This conversation is a reminder that meaningful careers aren’t built on luck, they’re built on intention.Outsource with Uncut Gems - Use code HTFW for 60% off your first edithttps://uncutgems.com/Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Jaired sits down with Will to trace his unexpected path from aerospace engineering to wedding filmmaking and how that analytical mindset became the foundation for emotion-first films. Will breaks down his repeatable editing frameworks, reverse-engineering process, and the role of intuition, while also touching on culture, burnout, comparison, pricing tension, and the weight of making films that outlive us. The core message: be intentional because wedding films aren’t about perfection or trends, they’re about preserving real human moments. Intention outlasts imitation.Presented by Uncut Gems - get 60% your first edit use code HTFW: https://howtofilmweddings.com/uncut-gemsFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

In this episode of The How To Film Weddings Show, I sit down with Mason Wakefield to explore why a new generation of couples is craving wedding films that feel real, not perfect. We unpack how embracing imperfection, handheld filmmaking, and intentional documentary storytelling can create films that actually age well—and feel honest 30, 40, even 50 years from now.We dive into:Why couples care more about how it felt than how it lookedThe difference between being documentary and being unpreparedHow to prompt moments without posing themBuilding trust with couples to capture real emotionMason’s exact filming approach, gear setup, and handheld philosophyWhy timeless wedding films don’t follow trendsIf you’ve ever felt stuck chasing perfection, boxed in by trends, or unsure how to make your films feel more human—this conversation will shift the way you think about wedding filmmaking.Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Simon shares his passion for creating fun, laughter-filled films as a wedding videographer in Cape Town. He discusses his approach to wedding filmmaking and how his unique style often draws comparisons to Wes Anderson's distinct art direction. This video offers insights into his journey and methods for how to film weddings.⚡️60% Off Your First Edit w/ Uncut Gems - use code HTFW https://howtofilmweddings.com/uncut-gemsSimon's workhttps://www.youtube.com/@Bachmedia-filmsSimons IGhttps://www.instagram.com/bach.filmsSPONSORS⚡️Deliver Your Videos Beautifully  - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/wayward-north⚡️The Best MUSIC Platform for Weddings - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial⚡️Lighten Your Workload w/ Lemlii - https://www.lemlii.com/partners-htfw⚡️Elevate Your Films w/ Tonal SFX - https://multiplysound.com/?⚡️ref=7mDq2v18AF8nnT⚡️Websites You Can Trust - https://howtofilmweddings.com/creative-cabanaFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

In today’s conversation, I sit down with filmmaker Stanton Giles to unpack the emotional weight behind the edit. We talk burnout, perfectionism, procrastination, and how the pressure to impress can steal the joy from your work. But more importantly, we share the mindset shifts and systems that helped us fall back in love with editing—and why managing your energy might matter more than managing your time.Whether you’re a beginner stuck in overwhelm or a seasoned pro looking for peace in the process, this episode will help you reconnect with why you started and how to find your creative flow again.🧠 What You’ll Learn:Why you’re really stuck in the edit (hint: it’s not lack of talent)The truth about perfectionism and how to break freeA behind-the-scenes look at Stanton’s full editing workflowHow done-for-you templates can spark momentum and save timeThe difference between passion and purpose—and how clarity changes everything🎬 Stanton's Pre-Built Music Timelines - Use Code: WAYWARDhttps://roam.mykajabi.com/a/2148149949/C8BQQhpA🍿 Deliver Your Videos with Vidflow - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/wayward-north Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Today me and Maclean from Plotline talk about A.I. in wedding filmmaking. Unpacking the skepticism, creative fears around the question of whether or not a.i. will really replace us as filmmakers and how not all a.i. tools are created equally but still get a bad rap. Get 10% Off Plotline - Use code WAYWARD10https://www.plotline.pro/?via=jairedOutsource with Uncut Gems - use code WAYWARD65 for 65% Offhttps://www.uncutgems.com🔥 Best LOG Conversion Luts - https://gamut.io/?gamut=jairedlsullivan🎁 Video Delivery, Use code WAYWARD - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/wayward-north 🎸 Music For Your Films - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial💿 Wedding Video Albums - https://amzn.to/3GM44Sr🌈 My Wedding Film Lut Pack - https://stan.store/Waywardnorth🎧 The BEST Sound FX Pack - https://geni.us/Ol2gJ🗄️ All In One CRM For Wedding Pros - https://www.lemlii.com/wayward-north🛠️ My Wedding Videography Toolkit - https://www.amazon.com/shop/waywardnorth/Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Getting ghosted is a universal experience but today I share how one email can be the difference maker in couples leaving you on Read or signing that contract.📧 Free Email Guide For Wedding Videographershttps://waywardnorth.myflodesk.com/t4...🗄️ Save Time with Lemlii - use code WAYWARD45 for 45% Off! https://www.lemlii.com/wayward-northFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Learn the secret technique to filming better weddings that nobody talks about! In this video, I share behind the scenes tips for creating and capturing beautiful weddings.Outsource with Uncut Gems - Use Code WAYWARD65https://www.uncutgems.com🛠️ The Best Tools For Wedding Filmmakers🎁 Video Delivery, Use code WAYWARD - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/waywar... 🎸 Music For Your Films - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial✍🏼 Video Editing Service - https://www.uncutgems.com - 65% OFF Use Code WAYWARD65🌈 Colored with my LUTS - https://waywardnorthfilms.com/unveile... - 50% OFF🎧 Sound Design Assets - https://multiply-media.shop/?ref=7mDq... - Code WAYWARD15🗄️ All In One CRM For Wedding Pros - Use Code WAYWARD25 - https://www.lemlii.com/Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Today on the podcast Im talking about the secret to getting better faster without burning out and why passion alone isn't enough.🗄️ Automate and Grow Your Business with Lemlii - Use Code WAYWARD25 - https://www.lemlii.com/🛠️ The Best Tools For Wedding Filmmakers🎁 Video Delivery, Use code WAYWARD - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/wayward-north 🎸 Music For Your Films - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial✍🏼 Video Editing Service - https://www.uncutgems.com - 65% OFF Use Code WAYWARD65🌈 Colored with my LUTS - https://waywardnorthfilms.com/unveiledluts - 50% OFF🎧 Sound Design Assets - https://multiply-media.shop/?ref=7mDq2v18AF8nnT - Code WAYWARD15🗄️ All In One CRM For Wedding Pros - Use Code WAYWARD25 - https://www.lemlii.com/🛠️ My Wedding Videography Toolkit - https://www.amazon.com/shop/waywardnorth/Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Today I respond to a youtube comment about whether or not wedding filmmakers are too expensive. The truth is...--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🛠️ The Best Tools For Wedding Filmmakers🎁 Video Delivery, Use code WAYWARD - https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/wayward-north 🎸 Music For Your Films - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardfreetrial✍🏼 Video Editing Service - https://www.uncutgems.com - 65% OFF Use Code WAYWARD65🌈 Colored with my LUTS - https://waywardnorthfilms.com/unveiledluts - 50% OFF🎧 Sound Design Assets - https://multiply-media.shop/?ref=7mDq2v18AF8nnT - Code WAYWARD15🗄️ All In One CRM For Wedding Pros - Use Code WAYWARD25 - https://www.lemlii.com/🛠️ My Wedding Videography Toolkit - https://www.amazon.com/shop/waywardnorth/* I am required to state that I am a part of Amazon's Affiliate Program, which means that if you purchase any of the products above using my links, It supports this channel by providing a small compensation. Thank you for your continued support of this channelFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Today we dive into the next big thing for wedding videographers. ✨ Lemlii - Use Code WAYWARD25 for 25% off for LIFE! For a limited time only offer ends February 14th - https://mylemlii.com/Lemlii is a CRM made for wedding videographers by wedding videographers. It's unique, bespoke, minimal approach is perfect for anyone looking to get organized and make booking weddings easy for your couples.Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Today me and Adalenne from Cine Garden talk about ways you can create better, deeper wedding films. In essence, how do you find the story as a wedding filmmaker? Check out this episode to learn more!Follow Adalenne's work herehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjUIDGc4MYNMw7xxc_hM2vgJoin Small Town Filmmaker - https://www.smalltownfilmmaker.coFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Today we dive deeper into the secret ingredient behind creating emotionally unforgettable wedding films.🎶 Grab The Film Score Pack VOL 2 (use code WN30) 30% OFF!https://geni.us/sCUt83X🏡 Join our growing community! https://geni.us/Hs0a9e1The Best Music Licensing Platform Use Code: WAYWARDNORTH for 1 Month Off Musicbedhttps://fm.pxf.io/Jzax9qFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Are you struggling in your wedding video business? If so, this video is for you as I unpack some methods and strategies that are helping me push past this slow, uncertain wedding season.Join Small Town Filmmaker - 30 DAYS FREE!https://geni.us/nPDQmM1Use Code WAYWARD for 20% Off Video Delivery Service with VIDFLOWhttps://vidflow.co/?_by=sq2wqWedding Video Album - https://themotionbooks.com/?ref=335Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

This week I sit down with Max from The Smiths to unpack his approach to storytelling and his recipe, his secret to creating award winning wedding films.🎥 Follow Max and Courtneyhttps://www.instagram.com/thesmiths.film 🚗 On the road? Listen to this episode here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...🏡 Join Small Town Filmmaker - https://www.smalltownfilmmaker.coFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Welcome back to the podcast, today I am sharing a REAL consultation call with Coty and Davis, one of my recent bookings that I am so pumped to film. I left this call feeling super inspired to share what we talked about because I feel so many filmmakers and myself can benefit from this honest and sincere dialogue about what couples reall want when it comes to wedding videographyNow of course every couple is different and wants different things but what really resonated with me on this call was how couples think, what they like and dislike, and what matters to them not just a year down the road but 10 years down the road. So today you are going to get a behind the scenes look into my consultation processLearn what really matters when it comes to filming weddingsGet a unique perspective into what couples experience when vetting vendorsFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Today we learn the recipe to making 100K a year as a wedding videography business and what winning strategy helps us achieve profitability and long term success. In this episode you will learn:Discover how to manage the fear of growth and maintain a progressive mindset for business sustainability.Practical steps and strategies to build a profitable business by understanding your target market and aligning your pricing accordingly.The significance of differentiating your services in a crowded market and constantly improving your skills to stand out.David shares insights from his Profitable Filmmaker course designed to help you hit the $100,000 mark, featuring modules on sales, marketing, and productivity.Tips for setting specific financial goals, offering value through well-crafted packages, and the essentials of a solid sales process to attract and retain clients.Join The Profitable Filmmaker - Use Code: "WAYWARD"https://www.theactof.co/the-profitable-filmmaker🛠️ VIDEO EDITING TOOLS🎸 Music For Your Films - https://fm.pxf.io/waywardnorthplaylist✍🏼 Video Editing Service - https://www.uncutgems.com - 65% OFF Use Code WAYWARD65🌈 Colored with my LUTS - https://waywardnorthfilms.com/unveiledluts/ - 50% OFF🎧 Sound Design Assets - https://multiply-media.shop/?ref=7mDq2v18AF8nnT - 15% OFF👀 Wow Your Couples with this! - https://themotionbooks.com?ref=335Follow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/

Welcome back to another jam packed episode full of secrets and beautiful wisdom on how you can truly take your wedding film to the next level. Adalenne from Cine Garden joins the conversation an unearths her process to going deeper with her couples story and the art behind creating more than your average wedding film. Todays episode you are going to learn:- Adalennes influences into being more intentional and thoughtful with her storytelling- The process that allows you to go deeper into your couples story and wedding day- The powerful effect of editing with your gut vs industry trends- Finding your identity through Faith can lead to long term successCheck out Adalenne's work here:https://cinegarden.co/filmsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/cine.garden/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@cine.gardenFollow HTFWhttps://www.instagram.com/howtofilmweddingsshowWatch on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/Y4NHZ1QNc4ILearn morehttps://howtofilmweddings.com/