What Wedding Videos taught me about Filmmaking - Insights with Victor Hughes
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02/25/25 • 37 min
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This week on the podcast I talk to filmmaker and podcaster Victor Hughes. Vic is a freelance filmmaker making his day to day income filming and editing wedding videos commercials and music videos. He also hosts the Psychocinematic podcast where he interviews filmmakers and talks about the process of filmmaking and storytelling.
He's recently shot his first short film "Desert Trip". I talked to Vic about what it's like shooting wedding videos, how that can potentially be a good way to earn money if you are just leaving university. Also how stressful it can be capturing the most important day of someone's life. We talked about shooting commercials, his short film and of course the podcast and some of the amazing guests he's had on. Enjoy!
More about Vic's podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@BigVicMedia
Check out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon
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HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREER
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We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.
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#filmmakingpodcast #weddingvideo #moviemaking
This week on the podcast I talk to filmmaker and podcaster Victor Hughes. Vic is a freelance filmmaker making his day to day income filming and editing wedding videos commercials and music videos. He also hosts the Psychocinematic podcast where he interviews filmmakers and talks about the process of filmmaking and storytelling.
He's recently shot his first short film "Desert Trip". I talked to Vic about what it's like shooting wedding videos, how that can potentially be a good way to earn money if you are just leaving university. Also how stressful it can be capturing the most important day of someone's life. We talked about shooting commercials, his short film and of course the podcast and some of the amazing guests he's had on. Enjoy!
More about Vic's podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@BigVicMedia
Check out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r
For regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletter
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Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord
https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/
HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREER
Are you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.
We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.
Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk
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In this episode of The Honest Filmmaker Podcast, Jim chats with film distribution and marketing consultant Rosa Camero. With over 16 years in the industry, Rosa has been part of more than a hundred film releases, including The Twilight Saga, The Impossible, and Divergent.
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Rosa shares her insights on common misconceptions about film distribution and the best tools for finding and contacting distributors. She discusses how distribution has evolved over the past five years, the types of deals available, and the pros and cons of self-distribution. Rosa also highlights red flags to watch for when negotiating distribution deals and introduces her film distribution strategy template. Whether you're new to filmmaking or looking to refine your distribution approach, this episode offers practical advice to help you navigate the complex world of film distribution.
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Check out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r
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Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord
https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/
HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREER
Are you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.
We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.
Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk
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In this episode of The Honest Filmmaker Podcast, Jim sits down with Rosa Camero, a film producer and consultant who knows the ins and outs of securing funding for indie films. With years of experience helping filmmakers package their projects for investors, Rosa breaks down exactly what makes an investment package stand out. She dives into the key elements of a strong pitch deck, the importance of market research (including some go-to websites), and how casting choices can make or break your film’s funding potential.
Rosa also shares her take on whether filmmakers should handle the financials themselves, why haggling with investors is a bad move, and how to budget effectively. Plus, she introduces her personal template for putting together a killer investment package. Whether you're pitching your first film or refining your approach, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you get your project funded. Don’t miss it!
Find out more about Rosa: https://www.rosacamero.com
Download Rosa's FREE Film Package Checklist: https://www.rosacamero.com/how-to-create-a-winning-film-package-that-attracts-investors/
Check out the re-release of Jim's first solo directing feature The Witches Hammer - out now on amazon
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0F235F4T8/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r
For regular updates and exclusive content - sign up for The Honest Filmmaker newsletter
https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/e-newsletter/
Join The Honest Filmmaker community on our Facebook Group or Discord
https://thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk/index.php/join-the-community/
HONEST, OPEN ADVICE ABOUT YOUR FILMMAKING CAREER
Are you about to leave Uni with a filmmaking degree? Or want to change careers and work in a creative industry? We want to give you the tools you need to enter the real world of production or freelancing. Honest and open career advice from people in the business.
We also talk to those in other creative industries to discuss their careers, the potential cross over with film production and practical tips for a successful and fulfilling career.
Join the community: http://www.thehonestfilmmaker.co.uk
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