Great advice! I started off working in wedding videography, I actually did my first 3 weddings for free, to build a portfolio, after getting the experience with the kit and dealing with clients I started charging and then expanded on to corporate work. The long list of content that you make over time helps to cement your credibility as well as client recommendations. I still do some fun projects for free, like kickstarter videos and helping out on short films, as I originally got into this profession not to make money but because I enjoyed telling stories.
Great tip, I've fallen for this trick by companies, never again. was promised so much work, even bought more equipment to help with future projects, but nothing came of it, its a massive lesson, will get there commitment in writing next time.
I completely agree Simeon! I ONLY work for free when it's my idea to do so. I NEVER work for a commercial business for free if they ask. The only exception is when I am occasionally asked to DONATE my services to a charity for which I know i will receive recognition and a tax deduction for my time and effort.
Simeon, big fan of what you're up to here. I've already learnt a tonne of stuff from you so just wanted to say thanks! Very helpful, informative and professionally made content. Keep it going! Can only see good things for you with this
You are giving me more reasons to do more. Your ideas are very helpful. You channel is gold. If you have projects in the Philippines let me know I’ll help.
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Great advice! I started off working in wedding videography, I actually did my first 3 weddings for free, to build a portfolio, after getting the experience with the kit and dealing with clients I started charging and then expanded on to corporate work. The long list of content that you make over time helps to cement your credibility as well as client recommendations. I still do some fun projects for free, like kickstarter videos and helping out on short films, as I originally got into this profession not to make money but because I enjoyed telling stories.
Kai Creative 3 with a portfolio is the magic number and turning point!
Great tip, I've fallen for this trick by companies, never again. was promised so much work, even bought more equipment to help with future projects, but nothing came of it, its a massive lesson, will get there commitment in writing next time.
Lee Murray-King I feel your pain. But like you said, you learn from it, as have I!
I had exactly the same problem but learned the hard way.
Great video by the way!!! Good information.
I totally agree! If you want that bigger client sometimes they have to see that you can handle bigger jobs. That might mean doing something for free.
I completely agree Simeon! I ONLY work for free when it's my idea to do so. I NEVER work for a commercial business for free if they ask. The only exception is when I am occasionally asked to DONATE my services to a charity for which I know i will receive recognition and a tax deduction for my time and effort.
This is a great great rule! Thanks for sharing. I’ll take this principle forward Tom.
Simeon, big fan of what you're up to here. I've already learnt a tonne of stuff from you so just wanted to say thanks! Very helpful, informative and professionally made content. Keep it going! Can only see good things for you with this
Finally I'm gradually getting more videos online. Thank you
Great tips, thank you!
Philipp Multerer It feels good to get a video up here again.
Thanks for the good advice! Appreciate it!
Mahmoud Abul Burghul it’s my pleasure! Thanks for watching Mahmoud
Exactly what I needed to hear.
Brilliant tips, thanks for this.
Interesting view. Many thanks for sharing.
Anthony Young no...thank you for commenting!
Great content mate. Subscribed!
Great advice and tips! Have you ever written a book, would totally get on reading that!
Adrian Mendoza that’s so kind! I haven’t written a book. Glad I’d have a reader!!
Simeon Quarrie yes sir 🤓📖
Really good advice!
Jim Skinner thanks Jim!
You are giving me more reasons to do more. Your ideas are very helpful. You channel is gold. If you have projects in the Philippines let me know I’ll help.
I'm pleased! I'd love to visit the Philippines!
What made you decide to start with the whole VR side of things?
Clarity Productions it’s a form of storytelling that intrigued me. A new challenge
Depends what you mean by "free". Should you ever blast the whole budget of a project to make something great every now and then? Id say yes.
i've always kept "free" work to projects that i could spin off to other things, something that may open a door so to speak.