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Over a Decade in Business & Thriving – Kelley’s Story
In this behind-the-scenes episode, Kelley Gilster of 618 Studios shares her journey from shooting her own wedding video to becoming a sought-after luxury filmmaker charging $25K+. With over 13 years of experience, Kelley opens up about the mindset shifts, missed opportunities, and the steps she took to finally own her value.
In this episode, we cover:
✅ Kelley’s origin story & how she found filmmaking
✅ The shift from mainstream to luxury weddings
✅ Key lessons from booking $7K weddings that looked very different
✅ Tips for recognizing and leveraging high-end opportunities
✅ Shooting $2M weddings and multi-day luxury events
✅ How to stop playing small & get out of your comfort zone
🎯 Want to go from burned out to booked out with dream clients?
This episode will help you see what’s possible and why you can have it all too.
📲 Follow Kelley: @618studios | @thelevelupco
Timestamps:
00:00 – 04:00 | Introduction
04:00 – 10:00 | Kelley's Origin Story
10:00 – 16:00 | Starting 618 Studios & Early Hurdles
16:00 – 21:00 | Learning the Difference Between Mainstream & Luxury
21:00 – 27:00 | Kelley’s Current Business Model
27:00 – 32:00 | Mindset, Comfort Zones & Encouragement
Save your seat for Your Most Profitable Year Yet: https://thelevelupco.com/workshop
The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 8 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind
📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.
The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset
Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/
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By Taylor Petrinovich & Kelley Gilster | The Level Up Co.
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In this behind-the-scenes episode, Kelley Gilster of 618 Studios shares her journey from shooting her own wedding video to becoming a sought-after luxury filmmaker charging $25K+. With over 13 years of experience, Kelley opens up about the mindset shifts, missed opportunities, and the steps she took to finally own her value.
In this episode, we cover:
✅ Kelley’s origin story & how she found filmmaking
✅ The shift from mainstream to luxury weddings
✅ Key lessons from booking $7K weddings that looked very different
✅ Tips for recognizing and leveraging high-end opportunities
✅ Shooting $2M weddings and multi-day luxury events
✅ How to stop playing small & get out of your comfort zone
🎯 Want to go from burned out to booked out with dream clients?
This episode will help you see what’s possible and why you can have it all too.
📲 Follow Kelley: @618studios | @thelevelupco
Timestamps:
00:00 – 04:00 | Introduction
04:00 – 10:00 | Kelley's Origin Story
10:00 – 16:00 | Starting 618 Studios & Early Hurdles
16:00 – 21:00 | Learning the Difference Between Mainstream & Luxury
21:00 – 27:00 | Kelley’s Current Business Model
27:00 – 32:00 | Mindset, Comfort Zones & Encouragement
Save your seat for Your Most Profitable Year Yet: https://thelevelupco.com/workshop
The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 8 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind
📲 Love this episode? Screenshot and share it on social media! Tag us on Instagram at @TheLevelUpCo and let us know your biggest takeaway.
The Level Up Co. Resources:
- Wedding Planner Email Templates: https://thelevelupco.com/planner-email-template-bundle
- Elevated Client Experience Bundle: https://thelevelupco.com/client-experience-bundle
- Elevated Shot List: https://thelevelupco.com/elevated-shot-list
- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset
Connect with Taylor , Kelley + The Level Up Co.:
🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelevelupco/
🔗Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorpetrinovich/
🔗Kelley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/618studios/
💻Website: https://thelevelupco.com/
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