Simeon Quarrie
Simeon Quarrie
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When stress puts you off business growth
Do you have this problem as a freelancer or an entrepreneur?
Just an informal video that may be helpful to a number of you.
A number of things stressing me right now. These are just a couple.
It’s been a while. The team is bigger. The clients are bigger. The challenges are bigger. But it’s easier to be looking at things in the wrong way.
I’m loving the journey!
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Видео

ROTOLIGHT TITAN X2 - Hands On
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.3 года назад
What do you think of the light? During lockdown I asked Rotolight if I could have access to the light. Overall impressions: BEAST! BRIGHT! - It's quite heavy! (not in comparison to equivalent lights. Just compared to my other lights). I'd use the Titan on fully crewed shoots or in my studio to save my back. The whole RGB LED revolution is a dream to me, as I've always added gels to colour my li...
Why Covid-19 could be good for your video production business
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.4 года назад
This an opportunity for even the smallest video production companies to adapt and grow. Maybe not how you'd think, but hear me out! How are you growing yourself or your business during the pandemic? Vivida is owned by @SimeonQuarrie. The team are visual innovators, thinkers in the field of video & photo storytelling.
Production Companies & Freelancers Can't Afford to Make This Mistake
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.4 года назад
Things are tough right now. Many companies and freelancers will fail. But we can thrive and grow, if you think about the key principle I'm outlining in this video. Lockdown and social distancing and a lack of demand doesn't have to bring down your business or dreams. Just look at things differently. Vivida is owned by @SimeonQuarrie. The team are visual innovators, thinkers in the field of vide...
M&M's and COVID-19, how to stay positive during the coronavirus outbreak.
Просмотров 1 тыс.4 года назад
Let's talk about M&Ms and the Coronavirus! I know, I'm crazy. But my crazy outlook is keeping me sane. If that...makes any sense! This has totally changed my outlook and it's provided yet me another reason to smile. Do I make any sense in this video? I'd love to know what foods you love, that have come from difficult times?! Share this if you think it will help a friend stay positive and let me...
Dealing with Negative People
Просмотров 5 тыс.6 лет назад
How do you cope with negativity and critical people? - This was the question sent to me by Kenneth, a young creative trying to start his journey in the industry as a comedian in front of the camera and also work in the industry behind the camera. But we can all be affected by this. What advice would you give?
How Do You Know When Enough Is Enough? | Editing & Retouching
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.6 лет назад
Because we’re artists we tend to be perfectionists, but perfection is often not economically sound and it’s also not easy to achieve and this idea that the more time we spend on something automatically means better result is a total untruth. In the words of the great Leonardo DaVinci ‘Art is never finished, it’s only abandoned.’ Now, whilst none of us are ‘abandoning’ our art willy-nilly, each ...
How To Increase Your Value & Raise Your Rates.
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.6 лет назад
Here’s the problem, we all only have so much time, so, either we spend HOURS and HOURS doing what we do - or we need to find a way to of increasing the pricing. It sounds simple enough, but do you feel like you’ve hit the ceiling in terms of what you're able to charge? I know that feeling! So in this video I discuss what you need to do to break through and charge what you deserve. Let me me kno...
Product Launch: Lighting with the Rotolight Neo 2
Просмотров 22 тыс.6 лет назад
Those that know me, know I love light. Adding it, mixing it, colouring it and now with Rotolight using built in special effects to build story. Here his a recording of my session at Pinewood Studios. You may also like: • TITLE www.youtube.com/watch?v= • TITLE 2 www.youtube.com/watch?v= ► Twitter: bit.ly/VividaTwitter ► Instagram: bit.ly/VividaInstagram ► Facebook: bit.ly/VividaFacebook ► www.we...
How working for free can make you money?
Просмотров 4,5 тыс.6 лет назад
Often filmmakers, photographers and motion designers, get asked to work for free! Some are willing to do it without a second thought and others wouldn't dream of it. In this video I give my thoughts on this polarising subject. I'd love to hear your thoughts to in the comments below. You may also like: • TITLE www.youtube.com/watch?v= • TITLE 2 www.youtube.com/watch?v= ► Twitter: bit.ly/VividaTw...
How to get a work life balance as a Filmmaker or Photographer
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.7 лет назад
This is almost impossible! We love what we do. But love our families and living life. Owning a business or freelancing is tough. Here are my thoughts and tips! I'd love your comments! Vivida is owned by @SimeonQuarrie. The team are visual innovators, thinkers in the field of video & photo storytelling.
Tips For Business Downtime
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.7 лет назад
I was asked what do you do when things get quiet as a production company? All businesses go through busy times but then sometimes quiet periods too. But this downtime allows you to innovate. Find out what VIVIDA has recently been up to during a bit of a quieter month. ► Twitter: bit.ly/VividaTwitter ► Instagram: bit.ly/VividaInstagram ► Facebook: bit.ly/VividaFacebook ► www.wearevivida.co.uk Vi...
EVERY FILMMAKER SHOULD HAVE ONE
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.7 лет назад
There is one piece of kit that every filmmaker using a DSLR or medium size camera should have! I've got a ton of kit, but this goes with me everywhere! This is an excerpt from my talk in Dublin at Bloggerconf. I filmed this in 360. What is one piece of equipment that you can't live without? How do you like the 360?
Filmmaking tips for the Selfshooter
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.7 лет назад
Filmmaking tips for the Selfshooter
Engagement Session - Jaipur India - Behind The Scenes
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.7 лет назад
Engagement Session - Jaipur India - Behind The Scenes
Hands on with the Manfrotto Digital Director
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.7 лет назад
Hands on with the Manfrotto Digital Director
Fashion Photo Session - Behind The Scenes
Просмотров 3,3 тыс.7 лет назад
Fashion Photo Session - Behind The Scenes
Engagement Session Tutorial - Photography - Sorrento
Просмотров 1 тыс.7 лет назад
Engagement Session Tutorial - Photography - Sorrento
Filmmaking in Ghana Africa with the 1DXMKII
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.7 лет назад
Filmmaking in Ghana Africa with the 1DXMKII
How To Build A Scene - Photoshoot - Behind The Scenes
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.7 лет назад
How To Build A Scene - Photoshoot - Behind The Scenes
Ambitious Period Drama - Engagement Shoot - Behind The Scenes
Просмотров 8817 лет назад
Ambitious Period Drama - Engagement Shoot - Behind The Scenes
Shooting Creatively - Maternity Shoot - Behind The Scenes
Просмотров 16 тыс.7 лет назад
Shooting Creatively - Maternity Shoot - Behind The Scenes
DIY Rain Machine - Engagement Shoot Photography
Просмотров 3,4 тыс.7 лет назад
DIY Rain Machine - Engagement Shoot Photography
Filmmaking - Stressful!!! But Fun! - Behind the Scenes
Просмотров 6107 лет назад
Filmmaking - Stressful!!! But Fun! - Behind the Scenes
How to deal with a clients negative comments on your photography or videos
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.7 лет назад
How to deal with a clients negative comments on your photography or videos
How to Light a Green Screen
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.7 лет назад
How to Light a Green Screen
Released by Love - Engagement Shoot - Behind the Scenes
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.7 лет назад
Released by Love - Engagement Shoot - Behind the Scenes
Subscribe To My YouTube Channel!
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.7 лет назад
Subscribe To My RUclips Channel!
How to get bigger clients? - Production Company Advice
Просмотров 26 тыс.7 лет назад
How to get bigger clients? - Production Company Advice
Sports Personality Filmmaking - Behind the Scenes - C300MKII & MOVI
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.7 лет назад
Sports Personality Filmmaking - Behind the Scenes - C300MKII & MOVI

Комментарии

  • @MartinLutherMcCoy
    @MartinLutherMcCoy 2 месяца назад

    very helpful. bravo

  • @tonysluna
    @tonysluna 4 месяца назад

    Great Video... as I hope to Travel Abroad with my Equipment... I hope you can update your "Description" to include some details of the Travel Cases You use... Include the Dimensions... thanks I am a Fan now. 1st time watching your video channel..

  • @Sotangy247
    @Sotangy247 6 месяцев назад

    A very honest account . Merry Christmas man and all the best for the new year

  • @noelvisramirezaccounting
    @noelvisramirezaccounting 9 месяцев назад

    I believe that you are able to manage the conversation without scaring the other person. If you are a photographer, you can talk about trips as a smooth and easy starting conversation and when the point of the topic of the beautiful nature of other places you can talk about the best areas for a family photo. The main and most important pictures that every person should print and save or save in any devise , but the point is because when someone goes on a travel we make a lot of pictures btu we don't take the most important ones or the best area and time . Boom you get the client . Remember there are potential clients that will request your service now , or later or in a few months or in the future.

  • @RikFreemanPhotographer
    @RikFreemanPhotographer 9 месяцев назад

    WOW Simeon. Good on you for letting us know and, no! You are not the only one, not by a long shot, as I have found when talking to many others once you open up it is shocking to find others going through there own hell and trying to deal with it. It hit me 5 years ago, and the trigger? Someone not answering a phone, that was all it took to get me to snap. The scary part was the effect was immediate, everyone noticed the change in me, people who have known me for years kept asking what's wrong? I'm telling them I am ok, why ask, and so it went on, all the time it just got worse to the degree I was thinking crazy mad thoughts wanting to kill people. I had turned into an absolute total nasty b****d, yet, I could not see it. One night I went to bed, thankfully I woke up a few hours later soaked in sweat and had been having hallucinations, bad ones. My wife and daughter were in the living room watching TV and when I walked in, my daughter asked how many I had killed? HUH, What? How did she know? Yep, I was screaming, shouting everything, she came and recorded it. Oh God, what the hell was going on? Somehow they convinced me to go and visit my mum in North London as soon as possible. A few days later I went. By now, not thinking straight everything was a blur right up until I got to my mums house. When she answered her door her first words to me were "Who are you, what do you want"? And making sure I could not get in.. I laughed told her "Hi Mum you know your son the one and only"... "No, your not the lad I brought up, I do not see him in front of me". Turns out my wife, daughter, sons had called her and told her, she was for them the last hope. Thankfully it worked and while sitting in her lounge the penny dropped. Cutting the story short when I got back, straight to the docs and given 6 weeks off, stay home, clear my head, sort the life out and it worked. It was because of that phone call at work and once I told them, things were supposed to have changed but they haven't although now I know the signs. The biggest sign is to admit and realise there is something wrong. Listen to those around you and I mean listen. One person saying something, OK you can write it off but when everyone is saying the same thing, that is the point. I know being the business owner it is a different ball game for you and taking time off most times is not an option you have the luxury off but the good thing is you have realised and can adjust to deal with it. Sorry this was such a long reply but it is something I try to help others with as I have spoken to many since who have also suffered and listening to me has helped them come to terms with their own issues and do something. It sometimes takes the words of an outsider to help as well. I wish you all the luck in the world and hope you can also deal with those demons, it is hard work and will never leave you but at least admitting it now, you will know when to give them a good kick between the legs. (The demons I mean). 🙂

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie 9 месяцев назад

      This is such a valuable story Rik. It just shows how important it is to take time to recognize the triggers, the signs. And to make steps to adjust. For me, your story shows how bad things can get and also demonstrates the fall out. Thank you so much for sharing. I know I’m not the only person who will appreciate this.

    • @RikFreemanPhotographer
      @RikFreemanPhotographer 9 месяцев назад

      @@simeonquarrie Thanks for the reply Simeon. Seeing your post also helps me to explain to people it can happen to us all and there is no shame in talking about it. You will find as time goes on just how many suffer in silence and the relief on there faces when at last they have someone they can talk to knowing they have been through the same is amazing. I thought prior to it all I was invincible and it was a hard lesson to learn finding that in fact I was not. The good thing now is I hope to be able to help others just by letting them know I will listen and if possible offer some advice. At worst can be an outlet for them to air their thoughts, it is a real tough thing. Anyhow, hope you carry on the road to recovery and again thanks for the original post.

  • @kreativekraal
    @kreativekraal 9 месяцев назад

    Please don't forget to give us a long version of videos as well.

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie 9 месяцев назад

      Thanks 🙏🏾 I appreciate this. I miss this community!

  • @thedigitalemotion
    @thedigitalemotion 9 месяцев назад

    Welcome back, its been quite a while since we last saw you! I guess that's a good thing as it means being busy! Totally get what you're saying here. I have my own video business of over 10 years now, and its led us into places we never expected. We're doing live IMAG screen switching and full recording of concerts & festivals now for some big players. That in itself brings its own stresses as clients and band managements are so much more demanding than were usually used to, so I find myself trying to please everybody for fear of losing them as a client if not. I'm also working late into the night trying to catch up with other jobs that I simply can't find the time for anymore. I'm not losing sleep yet but sometimes I'm close to it :-/ I found this video comforting that I'm not the only one having challenges over certain successes. Love your content! Hope to hear more from you!

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie 9 месяцев назад

      This comment really encourages me to keep sharing. There is a lot here I can bounce off. I’ve been there. Every weekend. Every evening. I was one hire away from getting back significant time. This relief is closer than you think!

  • @alchymista2
    @alchymista2 11 месяцев назад

    But would you really check in pelicase with lenses and cameras?

  • @fenniekeipeile824
    @fenniekeipeile824 11 месяцев назад

    hey ,hope this is not late...

  • @InglesporMinutoconAnthonyMartz

    Did you stop making videos? How come you dont have more subs? Great video. Thanks

  • @mmatselacatherine7849
    @mmatselacatherine7849 Год назад

    Get to the point

  • @057rcbartman
    @057rcbartman Год назад

    great video , enjoyed it , what type of locks do you use on the cases ? in the old days carry ons just had to be a certain size , now its an annoying weight as well. they done seem to care about backpacks, its all those people who have almost full size bags as carry ons , you thyink geez !

  • @kreativekraal
    @kreativekraal Год назад

    Once again..Thanks for sharing.

  • @kreativekraal
    @kreativekraal Год назад

    Hey Simeon. Thank you so much for inspiring me. I keep coming back to your channel hoping that I will find something new. Please post 1 video atleast once a month, just to keep some of us motivated. I've started with with weddings now am doing commercial and real estate and I have 2 more guys on my team. Your videos always keep me going. Much LOVE ❤️ from South Africa.

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie Год назад

      Thank you! I’ll definitely see what I can do! Thanks for the love.

  • @portersblackboard
    @portersblackboard Год назад

    I know this was posted 6 years ago but this is some amazing advice!! Thanks so much!!!

  • @BianicEpicVideos
    @BianicEpicVideos Год назад

    Great video! I really appreciate how you broke down what a company needs in every interim level

  • @codydobie
    @codydobie Год назад

    Nice review, thanks for the visual walkthrough

  • @yearight1205
    @yearight1205 Год назад

    Fuck me running, the moment you said the reason you don't have the 85mm lens because you smashed it, I had sympathy pains for you 😂

  • @sampledude8846
    @sampledude8846 2 года назад

    If you move the green screen closer it needn't be that large. Just saying.

  • @HotSkull
    @HotSkull 2 года назад

    u are right

  • @kreativekraal
    @kreativekraal 2 года назад

    Hey Simeon. Please post more often. I see you are very quite lately. Much love from South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤️

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie 2 года назад

      Yes you are right! Apologies. I changed up my business quite a bit. A number of videos are being released with Canon soon. Yes you are right, it would be great to get some content up here. I’ve moved from behind the camera mostly now.

  • @whidoineedthis
    @whidoineedthis 2 года назад

    I've always been a talent...but never had the know how or desire to be in charge...I'm super scared about making the step

  • @redemptionbroadcastingnetw5315
    @redemptionbroadcastingnetw5315 2 года назад

    I needed this

  • @marshallrap1459
    @marshallrap1459 2 года назад

    He don’t tell how to find he is telling how to execute Why everybody does that

  •  2 года назад

    Genial 👍

  • @idugonjic1
    @idugonjic1 2 года назад

    Thank you very much for this great tips. I'm struggling with my charges and now I see what I've to do. I like you chanel very much and your content is really good.

  • @wendazonnefeld5692
    @wendazonnefeld5692 2 года назад

    Nice explanation! It’s good to hear this side of team creation in such a concise and logical order. I have a business based on my patents. My business is not film production, but works with film producers. I’m researching how to have my business be helpful for film producers without being annoying lol. Are there any forums you recommend for reading and learning the needs of film producers?

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie 2 года назад

      Thanks for asking. Felix Vlassis may have a view. He was our producer for a number of years

  • @stephbalanag
    @stephbalanag 2 года назад

    hi i just turned 13 and already thinking about making my own production company because all of the major film studios here in the philipppines all have the same ideas all over again and i am getting sick of them

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie 2 года назад

      It’s fantastic that you noticed! You have a fresh perspective. Use it! :)

  • @gentlegnt
    @gentlegnt 2 года назад

    Excellent take on the light. Love his approach!!

  • @kudzaitinago5156
    @kudzaitinago5156 2 года назад

    OOOOOHHHH Man ....thank you soo much, this is exacly what i needed. Im at that stage where my work is bigger than myself and clients are coming in thousands, i cant handle by myself. thanks to you

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie 2 года назад

      Congratulations! Don’t grow too quickly. Managing people is a whole new skill.

  • @elsoul8043
    @elsoul8043 2 года назад

    Thanks for keeping this Live Stream posted on RUclips. I just watched it. I'm just starting out in music production; but I also have an interest in film & music video production. So I think this topic and the question & answer here in this video has helped Me a lot 💯

  • @Alpha-me8kf
    @Alpha-me8kf 2 года назад

    How can i get investors and sponsors on my new film production ?

  • @toxichatter8387
    @toxichatter8387 2 года назад

    What about charging the client upfront for renting out gear that’s needed for that specific job?

  • @waynegranzin3824
    @waynegranzin3824 2 года назад

    what matte box is that you're using?

  • @THSimagery
    @THSimagery 2 года назад

    I took away that, Buying will allow me to quickly pick up an do personal projects and fast turnaround pro gigs. Renting will keep the money in my pocket, until I 0start relying too much on it, then its too expensive.

  • @warnervisuals7560
    @warnervisuals7560 2 года назад

    Three years later still providing so much value. Thank you for your time on this

  • @kreativekraal
    @kreativekraal 2 года назад

    Please try to post more often. Thanks alot, much love from South Africa

  • @cedialirajah
    @cedialirajah 2 года назад

    Well done. I'm recommending your wise words to my mastermind group.

  • @RamenKing2023
    @RamenKing2023 2 года назад

    Thank You! I was finally able to understand focal lengths!

  • @ganapati6672
    @ganapati6672 2 года назад

    Very nice frame and light. None of those funky LED colors.

    • @simeonquarrie
      @simeonquarrie 2 года назад

      You should see my new videos 😆 funky colours and LEDs. I do love this clean look though

  • @gabers
    @gabers 2 года назад

    Fully agree with the positive thoughts first thing in the morning. I don't read anything that might be negative until 1pm. I let myself get a positive head start before I have to take on the world.

  • @chikotembo
    @chikotembo 2 года назад

    Thankyou for this. Interestingly, iv been pondering this very exact issue for the past three months as i intend on switching careers from Civil Engineering to film making - my passion and calling! I made a few productions in the past for competitions and i recall once hiring video editors to assist as i found it a challenge juggling my career and passion. Our interactions were swift and seamless because i knew what i wanted and they were very skilled. The only issue i had though was that my ego got in the way as i didnt feel this was ''all me''. This video sparked something in me as iv just realised that no man is an island and team effort always wins. It puts into perspective the old adage, ''If you want to go fast, go alone; but if you want to go far, go together'' Thanks

  • @Manish-ys6zv
    @Manish-ys6zv 2 года назад

    Wow! Thank u!!

  • @hoodflicks3390
    @hoodflicks3390 2 года назад

    I've been working out of my bedroom since 2014 and Im just now getting my crew together I just came across your channel hope you can show me some ways to make my productions company better.

  • @anyafufavour5085
    @anyafufavour5085 2 года назад

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    @anyafufavour5085 2 года назад

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    @anyafufavour5085 2 года назад

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  • @davidkarl_dave
    @davidkarl_dave 2 года назад

    Thank you and God bless sir!

  • @ahmedjubba1193
    @ahmedjubba1193 2 года назад

    Joined your channel today really loved

  • @SurvivalRox
    @SurvivalRox 2 года назад

    Love your work in Ghana