The We Got You Podcast, curated for wedding photographers and videographers, dives deep into the strategies and tactics to transition a side hustle in the wedding industry into a thriving full-time career, hosted by Emma K Films and Hannah Brooke Photography. Covering a variety of topics from both the hosts’ firsthand experiences and reputable guest speakers' insights crucial for business growth, they explore the art of marketing within your niche, discussing effective ways to attract and retain clients, leverage social media, build a strong online presence, and so much more.
Emma and Hannah don't shy away from discussing the challenges of the wedding industry and offer realistic solutions to navigate them successfully. They emphasize the importance of networking, establishing meaningful relationships with clients, and continuously honing one's craft to stand out in a competitive market. Their podcast serves as a comprehensive guide, empowering aspiring and established wedding photographers and videographers with the knowledge and motivation needed to turn their passion into a thriving and sustainable business career.
177 Available Episodes (177 Total)Average duration: 00:32:09
Apr 29, 2024
176. It's Okay To Work Multiple Niches
00:26:41
Managing multiple niches can be hard to figure out and even harder to try and find a balance to. That being said, we are so honored to have Analy Photo on the podcast this week sharing her own experience running a photography business comprised of multiple niches (weddings, couples, families, branding, etc.) and how she does all of them successfully.
You don’t have to pick just one! If you are looking to grow your business and/or expand in another direction along with wedding photography or videography, then this episode is for you!
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175. Getting In With A Destination Wedding Elopement Planner
00:31:24
Would you like to specialize more within the destination elopement space but aren't exactly sure how you should go about getting in with these types of planners?
This week, we're brought on destination elopement planner, Nicole from Ember and Stone Events, to talk with us about what can be helpful as a photographer or videographer to know when trying to network or get in with a high-end destination elopement planner.
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Are you ready to hear our hot takes on the wedding industry? That’s right, this week, photographers and videographers, we’re talking to you!
Handheld vs. gimbal, flat-lays being out, hustle-mentality culture, and ego competitions between photo and video, we’re giving you our honest thoughts and opinions with no filter on each of these subjects and so many more. So get ready, because this week, we’re bringing the heat.
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173. Authentically Documenting Love Stories Versus Prompting Them
00:34:38
Leave posing at the door.
No more directing your couples exactly how you want them to look… instead this week, we’re diving into what documenting AUTHENTICALLY looks like.
We have the incredibly talented photographer and educator, Marcella Laine on the podcast to really walk us through what her experience looks like when it comes to documenting her couples authentically.
This could be for a wedding day, an event, a photo session… she shares what it looks like to create a comfortable and vulnerable space for her couples to truly be themselves.
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172. How to Reach Your Ideal Client Through Intentional Branding
00:33:23
Your branding speaks so much to your potential clients who are looking at your work and website, deciding whether or not you might be the right fit. It could even be the difference between BOOKING your ideal clients or not getting an inquiry.
We are so grateful to have Micah Cook guest speaking on this episode to really dive into what intentional branding looks like and how you can reach your ideal clients (and grow those bookings!!)
If you feel like you have a branding gap or want to really refine your branding so it truly is speaking to YOUR people, then this episode is for you!
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We are absolutely honored to have the incredible Casi Yost back on the podcast this week to really dive into film photography with us.
Film photography has grown so much in the last few years, with a lot of couples requesting or even requiring, that the photographer they book offers film.
What makes film so unique? Why is film so important? How can we incorporate film into wedding days? We get all these answers and more on this week’s episode!
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170. How I Start Shooting A Wedding Day: Video Edition
00:28:02
This week, we're hearing from Emma's perspective on how she preps and films her wedding days. We walk through prep communication with your planner, what gear she's working with, how early she arrives on her wedding days, and how she approaches when filming the venue B-roll, drone shots, wedding day details, bridal prep and so much more. This episode is jam-packed with information you won't want to miss out on in preparation for your next wedding day.
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169. How I Start Shooting A Wedding Day: Photo Edition
00:30:50
This week Hannah is sharing her perspective on how she gets ready for and photographs her wedding days. From what gear to make sure you have, when to meet the vendors, the importance of site walkthroughs morning of, communication with the bride and groom, to how to shoot documentary style for getting ready, we cover the entire prep and early morning of the wedding day. This episode covers that much and more, make sure you tune in before your next wedding day.
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168. What I Value In A Videographer Second Shooter
00:25:44
This week, we're sitting down with Emma to go through her process of vetting and hiring second shooters, as well as what she values most in having a strong team on the wedding day. If you've been thinking about adding a second to your film collections or if you've been wanting to build stronger relationships with your team, this episode is for you!
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This week we are incredibly honored to be having Mike and Haley on the podcast to share a truly different point of view on styled shoots, content days and workshops with you guys!
As couple models, they get to see and be a part of a lot of what goes into a styled shoot or content day. From the planning and communication, to working with creatives to get the perfect shot.
Mike and Haley dive into what they have seen work at events and share some mistakes that they’ve seen made by hosts that could have helped the day go smoother… all from a models perspective!
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