Videography Academy

Justin Andrews is a co-founder and owner of Animus Studios, a video agency that helps their clients plan, create and share content. He loves helping brands speak and act like humans through authentic content. He also enjoys the balancing act involved in running a small business - pushing to be successful from a creative and financial standpoint.

Topics we cover in the interview:

• How to start and scale a Video Production business
• How to lead a Video Production team
• How to be authentic in business
• How to get over "imposter syndrome"
• How to have the right mindset for your Videography business
• How to not be desperate as a beginner Videographer
• How to say no in your business
• How to get $100,000 per year videography accounts 
• How to learn the sales side of your Videography business
• How to set S.M.A.R.T. goals for your business
• How to outsource in your Videography business 

People and resources mentioned in this episode:

Getting Naked Book

Marshall Goldsmith

How to Find out More about Justin Andrews:

VideoStrategy.org 

Animus Studios

Twitter

Instagram

Animus Studios Facebook Page

Email Justin at [email protected]

Visit the show notes page for this episode:

www.videographyacademy.com/16

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In today's episode, Henry Finn discusses what it takes to be a successful videographer. 

Technical Skills

Must have filmmaking skills- indoor, outdoor, be effective in story telling. How to handle audio, lav microphone, graphic skills, boom microphone

Business Skills

1. How to prospect for clients, who are you trying to work with, client avatar
2. Able to breakdown and budget projects
3. Create nice proposal
4. Manage Client- contract

Resourcs mentioned in this episode:

Proposify.com

Canva.com

Show Notes link for this episode:

VideographyAcademy.com/15 

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Henry discusses how to find and hire subcontractors for your Videography Business.

Types of Subcontractors:

• Audio
• Cinematographers
• Digital Marketers/Social Media marketers

Tips and strategies:

Make sure they have sample work

Share goals and outcomes of project and parameters (how long shoot, where is shoot)

Questions to ask the sub contractor:

How would they approach project? To understand sub contractor’s process and expertise and find out what questions they have

What challenges they may see with this project?

How many hours for them to complete job?

Final Tip:

Choose people you want to work with that are pleasant and that have positive attitude.

People and resources mentioned in this episode:

UPwork.com

Mandy.com

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Our guest today has got you both in front and from behind the camera. When it comes to a true renaissance woman, look no further than Nicki Sun. As the creator and host of her own talk show, "Now You Know," Nicki has pioneered the path for independent hosts and personalities and has created a platform that connects fans with inspiring influencers particularly in Asian American entertainment from beauty guru Michelle Phan to superstar athlete Jeremy Lin. Outside of hosting, Nicki has had the opportunity to produce television shows and content for Myx TV, Verizon, celebrity chef Martin Yan, and Google--just to name a few.

Topics we cover in the interview:

• Getting over perfectionism as a Videographer
• Just Do it and taking action in your Videography business
• What video equipment Nicki uses
• How to approach getting interviews at a convention
• How to shoot a convention
• How to get over your own ego when being a interview host
• How to get an interview with a high profile individual
• What plugins and platform to use when doing post production editing
• How to navigate being a female videographer
• How to keep romantic boundaries and avoid catching feelings when interviewing a subject
• How to use translucent powder to avoid shine in the light when interviewing on camera

People and resources mentioned in this episode:

DJ Miles Medina

Namm- National Association of Music Merchants

Cheesy Cam

Panasonic GH4 Facebook Group

Equipment Mentioned in this episode:

Panasonic GH4
TasCam DR 10L
Final Cut
LenoFX.com- Final Cut Plug in

How to Find out More about Nicki Sun:

Nicki's Website

Twitter

Subscribe to Nicki’s YouTube channel

Instagram

Nicki Sun Media Facebook Page

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A discussion on the mentality Abundance vs. Scarcity and how these mentalities come into play in the success of your Videography Business. 

Visit our website to check the show notes for this episode at VideographyAcademy.com/012

Download our free guide "How to get your first paying Videography clients here"

Subscribe to our YouTube channel here for more free resources on how to build a Videography business you love!

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Don't forget to drop us a line directly if you want!
[email protected]

Today Henry discusses how to create a company reel. 

Visit our website to check the show notes for this episode at VideographyAcademy.com/011

Download our free guide "How to get your first paying Videography clients here"

Subscribe to our YouTube channel here for more free resources on how to build a Videography business you love!

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Today Henry discusses how to fire a difficult client. 

Visit our website to check the show notes for this episode at VideographyAcademy.com/010

Download our free guide "How to get your first paying Videography clients here"

Subscribe to our YouTube channel here for more free resources on how to build a Videography business you love!

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In this episode Henry talks about getting over the fear of selling videography services. Sales can be tough for some people so we hope this episode is helpful!

Visit our website to check the show notes for this episode at VideographyAcademy.com

Download our free guide "How to get your first paying Videography clients here"

Subscribe to our YouTube channel here for more free resources on how to build a Videography business you love!

In today's episode, Henry talks about how to get more high paying clients using proposals and what to include in the proposals.

Introduction Letter

Demonstrate you care about their business. Care about their wants and needs and help them achieve their goals.

Outline Deliverables

Deliverable is what the client will get for the money they pay you for videography. This step also helps with managing expectations if the client comes back to you expecting more items that were not in the deliverable outline.

Itemized Budget

Don’t just give client lump sum for project. Give line by line item. Client needs to be confident that you are spending money wisely.

Proposed Schedule

Inspiration or Mood Board

Send examples of other types of work to get prospective client excited.

Legal Aspect

Conditions for work and what happens if there is a dispute

Download our Free Zip File "How to get your first paying videography clients" Here!

For show notes please visit this link www.videographyacademy.com/008

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel here for more free resources on how to create a Videography business you love!

In today's episode, Henry will discuss the 5 Ways to Get Your First Paying Videography Clients

1. Craigslist.org
2. Reach out to local production companies
3. Reach out to friends and your own network
4. Build relationships with local businesses
5. Look at local publication ads

Download our Free Zip File "How to get your first paying videography clients" Here!

For show notes please visit this link www.videographyacademy.com/007

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel here for more free resources on how to create a Videography business you love!