People see the thousands of people saying DONT WORK FOR FREE and don't realize they SHOULD be saying is don't work without having LEVERAGE. That is the key, if you can't find value in doing something for free, don't do it, but there's way to work for free and still leverage your way into still moving forward. If I am spending zero time on paid work, I am working on ways to upgrade my portfolio to show people I am worth being paid. Sometimes that means working with very small businesses that wouldn't be able to pay actual rates.
Dude you are killing it. The stuff you are saying is all stuff I needed to hear almost 25 years ago when I originally tried to start my own business.I got all booked up then didn't have any time to line up any more work so, like you said, I basically started all over again but with a dry (broke) period while I stressed out about paying bills.. Since that time I did educate myself with a wealth of the managment / marketing and other business skills that have been taught in higher learning and you are on target (not that you didn't know that of course! ha) But it's a great reminder now that I'm getting going again after 25 or so years and of course the social media aspect was not a thing back then so thank you for your channel!!!
@@creativegreatsvisualsi guess I was trying to say that instead of paying college or university i looked into what was taught, the books taught from andvread most of them taking notes for myself while doing so. It helps me not only understand what my customers are looking for when hiring a videographer but also lots of little things to do in the video fir the audience. Marketing is huge in any business. You have to sell yourself first.
@@DACProVid you read college books and advanced ? I myself do this . marketing communication and advertisement is key but they don't really teach all the up to date online or mobile marketing methods because it's forever changing so it's good to look outside the college box as well. both are important
Been loving your content since I found your channel quite some time ago from the bts videos. Coming from photography, I'm starting to learn how to setup for my own interviews!
I think a good piece of advice for people starting out is the passion for your work comes first then how can you expedite it comes second. Like most of us gear is important but too much of it can get in your way. Figuring out what is the best workflow for your business is essential to your business excelling. Personally, for myself I’ve been more in the producing side of Filmmaking as of late. I’m gathering more gear to shoot small documentaries and shoots myself but also my main purpose is to make the connections with different clients so I can hire the right people, and overall skill my production higher, I understand my purpose and I understand that the garage doesn’t have to be the greatest because I know the people are higher. Have what I’m looking for.
If you used lectrosonics receiver and transmitters would that open you up for more jobs or make life easier ? Now days Rf interference is becoming a issue in sound
@@creativegreatsvisuals Nope. Never had a request for them either. The Sony uwp’s are my solution for rf. Haven’t had a hit yet. When he production needs higher end gear, then a proper soundie is present.
Free work is so underrated. Not ALL free work is made the same, but strategic free work can produce a lot of ROI. Funny enough, I just got paid my largest paycheck to date because of previous free work. It turned a cold lead into a scorching hot lead.
@@davidmorefield Free work was a 30 second spec work for social media covering an event two years ago. A year after, someone connected to them finds the video, and asked me if they could use it. I said yes, they connected me to the org, and we started talking. It took a few months to finalize the deal, but money has already exchanged hands and we’re under contract. If I were to do it again, I would’ve been a lot more strategic and comprehensive to ensure the right people could see it sooner, but it all worked out!
David it’s so hard 😞 I’m here just wondering if I should do this on a side and find a 9-5 because I can’t handle the up and down mentally and my goal as a cinematographer seem so far, unrealistic and unstable financially
Don’t give up! I do it on the side. I take care of my family with a 9-5 job and film on the side on weekends and evenings. It might limit the work you can get but don’t give up and learn to love the process. Always look at your goals and move towards them little by little.
@@michaelmichel6374 thank you! I’ll keep pushing. Right now I just do video production I’ll look for another source of income but will continue to learn the craft and getting better
It all depends if you are able to leverage your skills. You don’t have to be the most talented. I’m not even close to what matters is how plugged in you are. How many people you can meet. And most importantly creating opportunities for yourself by making passion projects and sharing them.
@@davidmorefield I’m giving it a shot, having clients, working on my skills and making ppl know that I do this kind of work. It’s just a lot sometimes. The business stuff, the being out of work for a couple of weeks. But what I get from you is that we should think outside the box and push ourselves into uncomfortable situations to learn ourselves and to be more creative thinkers. That’s really true and no one says it’s going to be easy!
Bro, I filmed an event last week and tried to document the gig Ala David Morefield with the DJI action 2. I was so excited only to find out the thing only recorded one clip 😂 🤦🏻♂️. Idk what happened. I continually checked it and saw a tally light too. So, that camera sucks butt, and I returned it… 😅 guess I’ll try again a different time haha
@@carlos.sierra ah I see. I use my phone bc it’s so easy and such a versatile tool. Love being able to edit on the phone and upload directly to UA-cam. The other tools just slow down the process for me.
I don’t see a need for that at the moment. The quickest way for her to get clients is through existing network aka friends and family. Same goes for videography, the most accessible branch you have is your friends and family. Brand promo sounds fun but won’t do anything for her rn. She needs to get word of mouth going.
People see the thousands of people saying DONT WORK FOR FREE and don't realize they SHOULD be saying is don't work without having LEVERAGE. That is the key, if you can't find value in doing something for free, don't do it, but there's way to work for free and still leverage your way into still moving forward. If I am spending zero time on paid work, I am working on ways to upgrade my portfolio to show people I am worth being paid. Sometimes that means working with very small businesses that wouldn't be able to pay actual rates.
Yes, leverage is a great way to put it!!
My guy! Lol going 76mph on the freeway, watching a YT video, while filming a YT video. Stay safe bro!
I have no justification for my behavior 😂
Definition of living life in the fast lane 😂
Dude you are killing it. The stuff you are saying is all stuff I needed to hear almost 25 years ago when I originally tried to start my own business.I got all booked up then didn't have any time to line up any more work so, like you said, I basically started all over again but with a dry (broke) period while I stressed out about paying bills.. Since that time I did educate myself with a wealth of the managment / marketing and other business skills that have been taught in higher learning and you are on target (not that you didn't know that of course! ha) But it's a great reminder now that I'm getting going again after 25 or so years and of course the social media aspect was not a thing back then so thank you for your channel!!!
I’m happy to share. I love hearing stories about people starting their own endeavor. Good luck on yours!
I know more education is always important so ..What’s do u mean by that been taught in higher learning? How did education in marketing help you ?
@@creativegreatsvisualsi guess I was trying to say that instead of paying college or university i looked into what was taught, the books taught from andvread most of them taking notes for myself while doing so. It helps me not only understand what my customers are looking for when hiring a videographer but also lots of little things to do in the video fir the audience. Marketing is huge in any business. You have to sell yourself first.
@@DACProVid you read college books and advanced ? I myself do this . marketing communication and advertisement is key but they don't really teach all the up to date online or mobile marketing methods because it's forever changing so it's good to look outside the college box as well. both are important
Been loving your content since I found your channel quite some time ago from the bts videos. Coming from photography, I'm starting to learn how to setup for my own interviews!
@@yohaproductions it’s a fun process. I enjoy every time I can make a clean interview.
Great transition on the headlock to the single.
@@johnwapioke5162 thanks! I needed a distraction to get to it. Wish I could train more but I travel so much. Today I leave for 3 weeks!
Amazing insight. Love when a new vlog drops. Such good insight and motivation. Appreciate your consistency posting!
Thanks for checking them out. The more consistency, the better.
This has become one of my favorite channels. Appreciate your insights David. Keep it up!
Happy to have you on board 🏴☠️
Gem drops 💎. That frontside flip too 🔥. Man, I need to start skating again haha
@@jonwaldman94 let’s skate in NY!!
@@davidmorefield down! Many options. LES Skatepark is sick
I think a good piece of advice for people starting out is the passion for your work comes first then how can you expedite it comes second. Like most of us gear is important but too much of it can get in your way. Figuring out what is the best workflow for your business is essential to your business excelling. Personally, for myself I’ve been more in the producing side of Filmmaking as of late. I’m gathering more gear to shoot small documentaries and shoots myself but also my main purpose is to make the connections with different clients so I can hire the right people, and overall skill my production higher, I understand my purpose and I understand that the garage doesn’t have to be the greatest because I know the people are higher. Have what I’m looking for.
It’s great to have a clear target direction. Congrats!
If you used lectrosonics receiver and transmitters would that open you up for more jobs or make life easier ? Now days Rf interference is becoming a issue in sound
@@creativegreatsvisuals Nope. Never had a request for them either. The Sony uwp’s are my solution for rf. Haven’t had a hit yet. When he production needs higher end gear, then a proper soundie is present.
@@davidmorefield oh that’s right u got uwp’s those work great with your fx6 . Do you ever have to boom ?
Free work is so underrated. Not ALL free work is made the same, but strategic free work can produce a lot of ROI. Funny enough, I just got paid my largest paycheck to date because of previous free work. It turned a cold lead into a scorching hot lead.
Woah I’d love to hear more about that. How much time and work between the cold outreach, free work and then paid work?
@@davidmorefield Free work was a 30 second spec work for social media covering an event two years ago. A year after, someone connected to them finds the video, and asked me if they could use it. I said yes, they connected me to the org, and we started talking. It took a few months to finalize the deal, but money has already exchanged hands and we’re under contract. If I were to do it again, I would’ve been a lot more strategic and comprehensive to ensure the right people could see it sooner, but it all worked out!
@@jamillsantiago this is awesome. Congrats man.
man super excited for the ny meetup if you do it. hopefully its not when Im out of town.
Yes hopefully! And I’ll a ounce it on my newsletter as soon as it’s uo
David it’s so hard 😞 I’m here just wondering if I should do this on a side and find a 9-5 because I can’t handle the up and down mentally and my goal as a cinematographer seem so far, unrealistic and unstable financially
Don’t give up! I do it on the side. I take care of my family with a 9-5 job and film on the side on weekends and evenings. It might limit the work you can get but don’t give up and learn to love the process. Always look at your goals and move towards them little by little.
@@michaelmichel6374 thank you! I’ll keep pushing. Right now I just do video production I’ll look for another source of income but will continue to learn the craft and getting better
It all depends if you are able to leverage your skills. You don’t have to be the most talented. I’m not even close to what matters is how plugged in you are. How many people you can meet. And most importantly creating opportunities for yourself by making passion projects and sharing them.
@@davidmorefield I’m giving it a shot, having clients, working on my skills and making ppl know that I do this kind of work. It’s just a lot sometimes. The business stuff, the being out of work for a couple of weeks. But what I get from you is that we should think outside the box and push ourselves into uncomfortable situations to learn ourselves and to be more creative thinkers. That’s really true and no one says it’s going to be easy!
@@ShanygneKing absolutely and try to find others who are on a similar journey.
Bro, I filmed an event last week and tried to document the gig Ala David Morefield with the DJI action 2. I was so excited only to find out the thing only recorded one clip 😂 🤦🏻♂️. Idk what happened. I continually checked it and saw a tally light too. So, that camera sucks butt, and I returned it… 😅 guess I’ll try again a different time haha
Use your phone. It’s way easier and faster.
@@davidmorefield I have an iPhone X, which is getting slower and slower every day. Plus, I was going for more of a POV type thing.
@@carlos.sierra ah I see. I use my phone bc it’s so easy and such a versatile tool. Love being able to edit on the phone and upload directly to UA-cam.
The other tools just slow down the process for me.
watching video's while driving??? bro...
Usually its more like "staying awake rather than falling asleep" driving. IMHO🎉
Watching. But more so listening through the car speakers.
@@travisminneapolis that too
Watching vlogs at 75mph oh man lol
‘Watching’
Are you going to shoot a brand promo for your gf?
I don’t see a need for that at the moment. The quickest way for her to get clients is through existing network aka friends and family. Same goes for videography, the most accessible branch you have is your friends and family. Brand promo sounds fun but won’t do anything for her rn. She needs to get word of mouth going.