How do major life transitions impact your business?

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Summer Jones of Summer Films shares how becoming a mother forced her to rethink her wedding filmmaking business—leading to strategic rebranding, price increases, and a transition into the luxury market.

From taking a planner’s advice to overhaul her website to leveraging networking and mentorship to scale quickly, Summer’s story is proof that business evolution is essential for long-term success.

If you're a wedding photographer or videographer looking to refine your brand, book high-end weddings, and take control of your work-life balance, this episode offers real strategies for growth.

In this episode, we cover:
✔️ How becoming a mother reshaped Summer’s business strategy
✔️ Why branding & website updates led to more luxury bookings
✔️ How to increase prices strategically to reflect your value
✔️ Why networking with the right planners leads to higher-end clients
✔️ The mindset shift needed to scale into the luxury wedding market
✔️ How mentorship and investing in education fast-track business growth

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Timestamps:

00:00 – 05:00 | Introduction
05:01 – 15:00 | Summer Films’ Journey & Business Evolution
15:01 – 25:00 | The Importance of Rebranding & Pricing Adjustments
25:01 – 35:00 | Networking & Booking High-End Clients
35:01 – 38:00 | Final Thoughts

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