Episode 11 tackles one of the most common problems the guys see in mentorships: confidence vs self-doubt — and how easy it is to get trapped on either extreme.

Kyle and Camryn break down why newer filmmakers feel overwhelmed right now: more styles, more “rules,” more opinions, and a constant stream of comparison that makes people second-guess work that’s objectively solid.

They talk through the difference between technical confidence (settings, exposure, editing, lighting) and identity confidence (knowing what you’re delivering and why you believe in it). They also call out a hard truth: the market is always talking, and 2024 proved it — sometimes the smartest move isn’t “hold firm no matter what,” it’s staying in the game, staying booked, and staying humble without tying your worth to a single number.

The core takeaway is simple: filmmakers don’t need to invent a brand-new style to deserve their pricing. They need to find what feels self-fulfilling, shape it into something consistent, and let the right clients resonate with it. Confidence gets built when the work feels like them — and when they stop letting every outside voice rewrite what they already know is good.

• Bride & Groom Video (Editing Partner): https://bridengroom.video
• Wedding Crashers website (Mastermind info mentioned): https://theweddingcrashers.co
• Book mentioned: Steal Like an Artist (Austin Kleon): https://austinkleon.com/steal/
• Podcast mentioned: How to Film Weddings: https://howtofilmweddings.com/

Episode 10 is a behind-the-scenes look at what “leveling up” actually looks like when it’s not just talk. Kyle and Camryn walk through a Cabo destination wedding that forced them to run tighter comms, move smarter, and take a creative risk that could’ve gone sideways fast. The conversation hits the stuff that actually matters: building trust with a couple who’s nervous, making the day feel easy even when it’s not, and using every tool you’ve got—without turning the film into a gimmick-fest. The takeaway is simple: every wedding deserves your best, not just the fancy ones.

Bride & Groom Video
Official editing partner of Wedding Crashers
Website: https://bridengroom.video
Discount code: CRASHERS100 ($100 off your first order)

Boomer – Multiply Sound
Sound design education + creator of the Alignment Experience.

Jacob – Sancho Films
Creativity keynote speaker and filmmaker behind Sancho Films.

Carmela Joy Photography
Retreat planning, logistics, and behind-the-scenes execution.

John Bunn – Shifting Focus Podcast
Business education + framework for getting out of the middle market.

Bride & Groom Video
Wedding Crashers’ trusted editing partner.
Code: CRASHERS100 — $100 off your first order
https://brideandgroom.video

This week, we're talking:

Why delivering an experience trumps delivering just a good video

The Italy wedding that pushed Kyle’s directing to the next level

Camryn’s new standard: give a $10,000 experience every time (even when they don’t pay it — yet)

How to stay creative when burnout creeps in

Why teasers matter way more than you think

That moment when your bride calls just to say thank you — before you’ve even delivered the full film

And the mindset shift that could literally change your whole business

💡Whether you’re drowning in edits or riding a creative high, this one will hit.

Welcome back to the Wedding Crashers Pod! 🎉

This week, we're talking:

Why delivering an experience trumps delivering just a good video

The Italy wedding that pushed Kyle’s directing to the next level

Camryn’s new standard: give a $10,000 experience every time (even when they don’t pay it — yet)

How to stay creative when burnout creeps in

Why teasers matter way more than you think

That moment when your bride calls just to say thank you — before you’ve even delivered the full film

And the mindset shift that could literally change your whole business

💡Whether you’re drowning in edits or riding a creative high, this one will hit.

🔗 Links from the Episode

🎥 Brideandgroom.video — use code Crashers100 to get $100 off your first edit

🌊 Crashout Retreat Info — Only a few spots left!

🧠 Want to join our weekly mastermind? Message us on Instagram @weddingcrashers.co

📓 Episode Show Notes

Welcome back to the Wedding Crashers Pod! 🎉

This week, we're talking:

Why delivering an experience trumps delivering just a good video

The Italy wedding that pushed Kyle’s directing to the next level

Camryn’s new standard: give a $10,000 experience every time (even when they don’t pay it — yet)

How to stay creative when burnout creeps in

Why teasers matter way more than you think

That moment when your bride calls just to say thank you — before you’ve even delivered the full film

And the mindset shift that could literally change your whole business

💡Whether you’re drowning in edits or riding a creative high, this one will hit.

🔗 Links from the Episode

🎥 Bridengroom.video — use code Crashers100 to get $100 off your first edit

🌊 Crashout Retreat Info — Only a few spots left!

🧠 Want to join our weekly mastermind? Message us on Instagram @weddingcrashers.co

📓 Show Notes

00:00 – Intro banter & setting the scene
05:12 – The difference between documenting and storytelling
09:35 – Why “pretty” doesn’t always mean “memorable”
14:20 – Trusting your intuition on wedding day
20:00 – Editing for emotion vs. editing for clout
24:44 – Camryn’s turning point: A film he made that felt right
30:18 – Kyle on over-shooting and losing the story
35:10 – The legacy mindset: making films for 20 years from now
41:05 – Practical ways to film less but capture more
45:00 – Final thoughts: make something worth coming back to

Topics covered:

Why making connections isn’t enough without a strong foundation

What “planting seeds” really looks like in the wedding industry

The shift from being reactive to intentional on wedding days

How Carmela shaped Jacob’s career (and why everyone needs a Mel)

Finding your true creative voice — even after years of shooting

The real reason you’re burnt out (hint: it's not just the workload)

Why executing consistently trumps having perfect style

Guests:

🎥 Jacob Sanchez (@Sanchofilms)

🔗 Links & Mentions

🎓 Join our free Skool community: skool.com/weddingcrashers

🏕️ Get your Crashout Tour ticket (Nov 17–20, Arch Cape, OR): theweddingcrashers.co

🎤 Guest Educators:

@johnbunn_ (Shifting Focus Podcast)

What we talk about in this episode:

Quitting careers for creativity: The risks & realities

What it’s really like to work from home with kids

Why the drive to create never shuts off — even during paternity leave

The role of pressure in building something meaningful

Shoutouts to the spouses and support systems behind it all

Why entrepreneurship and parenthood go hand-in-hand

👶 Whether you're a parent, a future parent, or just building something that matters — we see you.

🎧 In this episode, you'll hear:

How to stand out as a wedding filmmaker (without chasing every trend)

The danger of creating just to “go viral”

Camryn and Kyle’s mindset around consistency > virality

What planners and clients actually remember about you

How your edits, energy, and on-day presence affect your brand

Why “doing it all” is not the same as standing out

What makes a brand magnetic vs. forgettable

How to attract the clients who already love your vibe

🔥 Also in this episode:

The power of “boring business things” like fast replies and being easy to work with

A behind-the-scenes look at brand loyalty and long-term trust

Camryn’s take on why showing up well matters just as much as your final video

A surprise retreat giveaway announcement (don’t miss it)

🎁 CRASHOUT TOUR RETREAT GIVEAWAY

We’re giving away 1 FREE ticket to the Crash Out Tour in Arch Cape, Oregon — happening Nov 17–20, 2025.

This 4-day retreat includes lodging, meals, styled shoots, top-notch education, and intimate time with speakers like:

🎤 John Bunn (Shifting Focus, formerly How To Film Weddings)

🎤 Boomer Bate (Multiply Sound / The Alignment Experience)

TO ENTER:

Join the Skool community → skool.com/weddingcrashers

Introduce yourself in a post with:

Your name

Where you’re based

How long you’ve been filming

Something you're working on or excited about this year

Winner announced inside the community soon!

🔗 Links & Mentions

🎓 Join the Skool Community: skool.com/weddingcrashers

🌐 Retreat Info & Website: theweddingcrashers.co

✂️ Editing Partner: brideandgroom.video – Use code CRASHERS100 for $100 off your first edit

📊 Mentioned Tool for Website Recording: fullstory.com