LEVEL UP: A Wedding Photography + Videography Podcast

I am all about finding new tools to help me grow and run my business efficiently. So today, I’m sharing some of my favorite things I use in my wedding videography business. --MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE-- -Apps+Programs Mentioned (may contain affiliate links): Later - Instagram Scheduling Storychic Canva - Graphic Design Dubsado - CRM Calendly - Calendar to book meetings + appointments -Books Mentio...

I am a huge believer in taking your future in your own hands. And if you’re wanting to expand into a higher-end market, or start attracting a specific type of client, Styled Shoots are an excellent way to do it. Today’s episode is all about styled shoots. I’ve personally done a handful of them, and I’m a believer that they can be extremely beneficial to our wedding film businesses. In today's...

I very intentionally grew my following on Instagram by 100 people per week. How did I do it? You’ll have listen to this episode to find out ;) Let's Connect on Instagram: @thelevelupco // @taylorpetrinovich Visit the Level Up Your Wedding Film Business website The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in Fall 2026! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 8 week program. L...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to get on the preferred vendors lists at your favorite venues to work at? If you have, then you are going to love this episode. If you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while, you will probably know that I’m a huge fan of free marketing tactics, and I’m also a big believer in building relationships within the industry. These relationships don’t always need...

Knowing when it’s time to put yourself into hustle mode is going to help you keep pushing forward in your life, and in your business. So, friend, tell me. Is it time for you to hustle? There are times when it’s just flat out time to hustle. Your wedding videography business is only going to be sustainable if you’re willing to put in the extra effort from time to time. Whether you’re just starting...

Today, we are going to be talking all about how your branding and your website can impact your business. This episode is an interview with Amanda Shuman of Carrylove Designs. Amanda is an award-winning website designer and brand strategist. She is a true artist and helps take clients' visual brands to the next level. She is passionate about design and believes pairing a beautiful brand aesthe...

Today, I I’ve got my friend Kathryn from BLNK Films on the show to talk about something she does with excellence, and that’s infusing yourself and your personality into your business. And how that can truly benefit you. I’ve said this before on the podcast, but it’s definitely worth repeating, especially given the topic of today’s episode. And that is the fact that clients are far more likely to b...

Today, I’ve got my friend Jordan Jeanty on the show to talk about something pretty awesome - and that’s how he runs his 6-figure wedding film studio. Jordan Jeanty Studios is a boutique wedding film company currently based in the New York City market. At the heart of Jordan's business is the desire to develop genuine connections with each couple he serves. Over the past 4 years as a full-time...

Today, we are going to be talking about how you can build valuable relationships with photographers, and why those relationships are an important part of running an effective business. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: GUEST: ALLIE SIARTO Website: http://alliesiarto.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliesiarto/ PHOTO FIELD NOTES PODCAST Website: https://photofieldnotes.com Instagram: https://www....

This week I’m getting my financials ready to take to my CPA, which means I have some interesting numbers to share with you. How much did I spend in my wedding film business in 2019? The answer: more than I wanted to. Mentioned in This Episode: The Knot Soundstripe Musicbed Dubsado Flothemes Check out the website: thelevelupco.com Follow along on Instagram: @thelevelupco // @taylorpetrinovich The n...

What’s the #1 thing you should invest in for your wedding film business in 2020? Listen to find out. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: LIVE WORKSHOPS / CLASSES Venture Workshop Wedding Film Retreat Ray Roman Workshop ONLINE COURSES White in Revery FCPX Masterclass Matt Johnson’s Wedding Film Framework (Adobe Premierre Pro) Fulltime Filmmaker Complete Wedding Videography Course (by How to Film Weddings) J...

It’s really important for us, as wedding filmmakers, to keep pushing forward. In our businesses, and specifically with our skills as filmmakers. Because everyone else around us is constantly learning and growing, and if we’re not, then we might as well be moving backwards. But it all starts with filmmaking. Because without the right raw materials - aka your footage, you really can’t make something...

Are you ready to raise your prices as a wedding filmmaker? Move away from a scarcity mindset and adopt a mindset of abundance. There is always enough work to go around for everyone, and the coolest part is this: there are couples at every pricing tier ready and willing to pay for your films. But first, you need to position yourself in order to reach those clients. There are 4 things you need to do...

Want to hit the ground running this wedding season? The secret is this: keep your head in the game, and keep that momentum going. In this episode, we talk about the 5 things you should be doing in the off-season to keep pushing forward in your business so that you don't loose your momentum. Check out the website: thelevelupco.com Follow along on Instagram: @thelevelupco // @taylorpetrinovich...

2020. The start of a new year, and a new decade. There is no better time to lay out some goals for yourself to give yourself a roadmap to success. 2020 is going to be your year. You are finally going to book that perfect number of weddings, hit that revenue goal, or film at that venue you’ve been wanting to shoot at since you started. You can accomplish your goals, as long as you set the right one...

I’m Taylor Petrinovich, and I’ve spend the last 2 years working intentionally to take my wedding film business to the next level. In less than a year I’ve gone from charging $1,500 for a wedding film, to over $5,000. I’m focused on continually moving forward with my business, and I want to help you do the same. I want to keep learning, keep improving, and keep striving for more. Let’s level up tog...

Is the wedding industry saturated? Is there room for you? Great questions. This episode covers everything you need to know about finding room in this industry to succeed. Check out the website: thelevelupco.com Follow along on Instagram: @thelevelupco // @taylorpetrinovich The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in Fall 2026! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 8 week pr...

Today I want to help you get your mind right. I want you to find a path and find what motivates you, and stick to it. So that all of the energy you put into your business moving forward is aimed in the right direction. Check out the website: thelevelupco.com Follow along on Instagram: @thelevelupco // @taylorpetrinovich The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in Fall 2026! We are thrill...