We’ve had a few episodes on the podcast about storytelling before from a videographers perspective which was pretty incredible to listen to, but we really wanted to showcase what that looks like through a photographers lens. Todays episode we are so excited to bring on an incredible guest speaker, and renowned photographer, Taylor English to chat with us all about the art of storytelling on wedding days. How do you move past just posing? How do you make your couples comfortable? What do you need...
May 20, 2024•45 min
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May 13, 2024•31 min
Have you been wondering what it would be like working with a high-profile clientele? Should you charge for NDAs? How do you handle influencer discounts? Have you been curious if working with celebrities and well-known clients is the right fit for you? This week, we’ve brought on world-renowned, award-winning cinematographers Lindsey and Cherish from LeReve Films to share their insights on what it’s like working with high-profile clients. They share with us their past experiences in entering and ...
May 06, 2024•47 min
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 vide...
Apr 29, 2024•27 min
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. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more? Jo...
Apr 22, 2024•31 min
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. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more? J...
Apr 15, 2024•32 min
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 vulnerab...
Apr 08, 2024•35 min
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 ref...
Apr 01, 2024•33 min
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! Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding refe...
Mar 25, 2024•36 min
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. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, weddi...
Mar 18, 2024•28 min
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. Want access to rad freebies, giveawa...
Mar 11, 2024•31 min
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! Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more? Join our Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Visit our Website Meet Ou...
Mar 04, 2024•26 min
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...
Feb 26, 2024•33 min
Our clients and wedding days are so important to us as photographers which makes choosing your second shooter, someone who will be interacting with guests and clients and representing your business, a BIG decision. In this episode Hannah breaks down the value of having a second shooter on a wedding day and why you should be intentional in who you choose to have second shoot for you. Whether you’ve been wanting to second shoot more and grow as a second, or are looking to hire second shooters that...
Feb 19, 2024•24 min
Do you have a non-traditional editing style that you feel like may not be as welcomed or desired in the market you want to be in? If you're struggling to gain the confidence in your editing style and find your seat at the table, then this episode is just for you. This week, we have the honor of sitting down with world-renowed, luxury wedding photographer, educator, and mother, Anni Graham. We can't tell you just how much she's not only inspired us as creatives, but shaped our perspectives owning...
Feb 12, 2024•53 min
This isn’t your cliche “fave apps of the new year” episode. Today we’re going through the TOP apps/platforms that have revolutionized the way we run our businesses and genuinely couldn’t go on without. These platforms are truly timeless, as we’ve ben using them each for years in our businesses, and they continue to make our workload easier. Running a business isn’t easy, but it shouldn’t have to be hard. These top 9 apps/platforms will create a smoother workflow and easier workload for you. Want...
Feb 05, 2024•25 min
How prepared do you feel before a wedding day? Do you feel confident in your gear set up and knowledge of the couple? In this episode, we run through everything that we do BEFORE the wedding day as photographers and videographers, to make sure we are prepared and ready to go. What may take just a few minutes of your time before the wedding day to do, can actually end up making the world of a difference on the actual day itself. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so mu...
Jan 29, 2024•32 min
In this episode we wanted to really reflect on what the last few years of being business owners have taught us and what we feel like truly impacted us the most… and honestly wish we had realized/known earlier. Listen in to hear our top 4 pieces of advice that we would give ourselves earlier in our journeys and why they have completely changed the way we run our businesses. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more? Join our Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram ...
Jan 22, 2024•30 min
Are you eager to get into the luxury market but aren’t quite sure of the steps to take or what’s beneficial for you to implement at this stage in your business? This week, we’re talking with destination wedding filmmakers, Jake and Nate from Runaway Vows on their journey climbing the ladder of luxury and what we’ve found crucial to know that can help you do the same. We address the exclusivity of the luxury market and how we’ve used our current network and content to propel us into a newer high-...
Jan 15, 2024•42 min
This week, we've brought on project manager Sara from Wedditor, a post-production photo and film editing team, who is here to have a truly open and honest conversation about the hot topic of outsourcing. We're walking through Emma's journey and workflow outsourcing her wedding film edits and what it's like to communicate revisions with her editor. We're covering the difficult conversations of what you should be looking for in the beginning stages of sending over your first few projects and how t...
Jan 08, 2024•46 min
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM US TO YOU! We are so excited to officially launch an entirely new face for the WGY Podcast. There are a lot of new changes happening here today and we can't wait to fill you in on all of them, including launching our new video platform as well as a HUGE giveaway we're launching in our FB group RIGHT NOW. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more? Join our Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Visit our Website Meet Our Sponsors Elevate Your B...
Jan 01, 2024•33 min
BIG THINGS ARE COMING. HUGE ANNOUNCEMENTS. WILD SURPRISES. January 1st, 2024. This week on the We Got You Podcast, we're prepping you for some exciting announcements in these upcoming weeks. We also wanted to take an episode to reflect on a few things we've both struggled with and learned this past year as entrepreneurs, and our goals for the New Year. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more? Join our Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Visit our Website Mee...
Dec 18, 2023•32 min
Have you been contemplating putting together a content day for other photographers and/or videographers to attend, but aren't exactly sure how to make it worth the ticket price? In this episode, we've brought on photographer, Taylor Stuck to walk us through her process of building a content day that's intentional AND successful. We're talking through how she markets these shoots and crafts an experience her attendees want to rave about, along with mistakes she sees others making when trying to d...
Dec 13, 2023•36 min
With engagement season quickly approaching, we want to make sure you're setting yourself up for success resulting in more inquiries for your ideal weddings. In this episode, we're talking about social media marketing, the importance of styled shoots and content days, why you should value and invest in education and so much more. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more? Join our Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Visit our Website Meet Our Sponsors Elevate Y...
Dec 04, 2023•28 min
This episode is FILLED with gold nuggets you won't want to miss out on. We're giving you 5 things you should be doing before, during, and after your next styled shoot that will maximize the experience you have and benefit your business in the long term. From pulling inspiration ahead of time, to who and how you should be networking the day of the shoot, and so much more, we're diving in and don't want you to miss this one. Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much mo...
Nov 27, 2023•30 min
Last week, we took a dive deep into the post-wedding workflow for photographers with Hannah. This week, Emma's breaking down her post-wedding workflow as a wedding filmmaker highlighting her exact process from the moment the wedding is over to client delivery. A few things we cover include, backing up your files, organzing your footage, outsourcing, automated emails, and client delivery platforms. Shop Emma K Films Gear Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more?...
Nov 20, 2023•31 min
This week we’re walking though the post wedding day workflow and what that looks like as a photographer. How do you organize your clients and to-dos? How does your relationship extend past the wedding day? How do you continue creating an incredible client experience? How can you go above and beyond while still working productively to get their gallery to them? We’re answering all the questions and more for you! Want access to rad freebies, giveaways, wedding referrals, and so much more? Join our...
Nov 13, 2023•29 min
Do you consider your mental health a huge priority in running your business? If the answer is yes, but you struggle at times to navigate a healthy workflow when your mental health is interfering, this episode is for you. This week, we're talking through long-term and small, day-to-day ways you can help your workflow when you're battling to stay motivated or focused. Your mental health is so significant especially when running a business alone that we want to make sure you're taking care of yours...
Nov 06, 2023•34 min
Have you been prepping for an upcoming launch? Whether it's announcing new mini sessions, or releasing your newest course/workshop/styled shoot/digital template, etc., there should always be intentional strategy before, during, and after to ensure a successful launch. This week, we dive into our own past experiences with launches, some of which sold out in as fast as 8 hours. We give you the tips and timeline to create such hype and fomo that it leaves your audience eager to purchase. Want acces...
Oct 30, 2023•33 min
This week, we want to walk you through our research and the questions we're asking specifically when we receive destination wedding inquiries. Having had the privilege of photographing and filming weddings across the globe including places such as the Maldives, Italy, Ireland, Mexico, Spain, and more, we've done our fair share of research and prep for intense travel and epic wedding weekends. We've learned a lot about how to prepare best when going through the booking process for a destination w...
Oct 23, 2023•41 min
