If you're trying to break into the luxury wedding market, are you doing it the right way?

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Rosemary Hattenbach of Rosemary Events shares hard-earned insights from 23+ years in the industry. From working with A-list directors in film production to planning high-end weddings worldwide, Rosemary reveals why paying your dues, mastering etiquette, and building trust with planners are non-negotiables for success.

If you're a wedding photographer or filmmaker looking to book luxury clients, network with top-tier planners, and elevate your brand, this episode will give you the roadmap to long-term success.

In this episode, we cover:
✔️ How film production experience translated into luxury wedding planning
✔️ Why jumping into the luxury market too soon can backfire
✔️ The #1 reason top planners only refer vetted vendors
✔️ How building relationships—not cold pitching—creates real opportunities
✔️ Why luxury clients expect professionalism, etiquette, and discretion
✔️ Common mistakes photographers & videographers make at high-end weddings
✔️ How pricing, branding, and networking influence long-term industry success

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Timestamps:

00:00 – 05:00 | Introduction
12:01 – 20:00 | Paying Your Dues & Mastering the Luxury Space
20:01 – 30:00 | Breaking Into the Luxury Market the Right Way
30:01 – 40:00 | Professionalism, Etiquette & Avoiding Common Mistakes
40:01 – 48:00 | Pricing, Trust, & Long-Term Success

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