Earn $10,000 a Month Shooting Real Estate Videography

[@drewbaum]

Something I did as I was starting out was go to the new neighborhoods being built in my area. I asked if I could film around their model home for practice. Most were very kind and had no issues with what I was doing. Thanks to their kindness and generosity I got to build great starting portfolio!!!

[@ryansnaadt]

Great idea drew! Good way to start

[@PhotoshopTutorialsbyMary]

great idea.

[@audemars_piguet13]

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[@SRF-vm3fy]

and what about now? are you making 10k per month?

[@RUSHMP4]

time stamps 1:03 gear 3:50 portfolio 4:47 marketing 7:03 retainers

[@ryansnaadt]

The hero we don't deserve lol

[@briandecasa5444]

This is perfect timing. Videography and photography has been a very expensive hobby for me the last few years and been thinking of getting into this.

[@briandecasa5444]

@@ryansnaadt I consider myself "overgeared" so all I really need to do is just to do it. Do you use any lighting for your real estate videos? I have friends and associates who are real estate agents of luxury homes (million dollar homes in Toronto) and they've been bugging me to do some work for them. Besides a gimbal, slider, drone, and my camera, do you take any lights with you?

[@briandecasa5444]

@@ryansnaadt yeah I've been debating hard quiting my day job for photography/video. I'm fortunate enough to have a high paying job that I dont hate, but at the same time it's not making me excited. Thanks for your words of encouragement. I should really get into this

[@mgr5550]

@@briandecasa5444 > You consider yourself OVERGEARED but you dont know squat of whether you need to take lights with you. And with this experience your friends are bugging you and banging down your door for you to work with them. I wish i was in your shoes...... And there you are, "Besides your Gimbal, Slider, Drone And Camera", that said it all. Yes you can do it. You have an expensive hobby, so why not become a professional. My 18 year old nephew has a larger setup as a hobby (aka rich dad) and he should go pro too.

[@notlisteningwhocares8877]

Thank you, I can’t wait . Finishing my license then walking on videography

[@Taytay9498]

This was probably the best how-to video I’ve ever watched.

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks! This is just the tip of the iceberg. The course has a ton more to offer! 👊🏻

[@gilgoncalves2304]

I agree, great video! Thanks

[@elysciasaint-hilaire984]

This is by far the most helpful video I’ve seen on this topic. Thanks.

[@ryansnaadt]

Glad you like it!

[@trimotionmedia5487]

1. Don’t be so objective with lens focal length 2. ROI doesn’t apply because the video is just the attention grabber. Price and location is what sells. The house could easily sell without the video, but sometimes it can definitely help! A big thing is that it helps brand the agent so they can make their clients happy and get more clients 3. I’ve never thought of the retainer idea you’re talking about. I just have them reach out to me whenever they have a new Listing. They become loyal and love me and my work. 4. You gotta get a better drone!!! Especially if you’re making over 10k a month haha Great video. Wish I had more time and energy to make more tutorial videos and marketing videos for myself haha

[@virtualstagingmaestro5213]

Alot of information for free. Thanks man for sharing. I enjoyed the marketing part the most. Because this days, Salesmanship is key to getting much from the value we provide through entrepreneurship. Thanks for the tips

[@ryansnaadt]

Absolutely, glad I could help! This is just one training in my 100+ lesson online course Solo Video Pro. Lots of golden nuggets in there as well! 💪🏻

[@nitetraitor1]

You should mention the lens focal length in context of APS-C factor as opposed to MFT or full frame.

[@ryansnaadt]

Well I’m glad you just took care of that for me, thanks my man!

[@Chabal93]

Thanks for the video its really good, i have sony a7 iii and 28-75mm tamron +50mm g, did i should buy a 12mm lens!

[@ryansnaadt]

28 will get you by to start but you can find off brand lenses and invest in those

[@dancheckley9659]

I'm a member of your facebook group. I'm just starting my business and I found this video to be incredibly valuable. Thank you so much for the tips and advice!

[@ryansnaadt]

Awesome small world! Make sure to sub, I am planning more real estate videos

[@DJJagged77]

Hey Ryan, I was very interested in that E Signature that you have. Did you design it anywhere specific because it looks amazing!!

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks! Made it in Google docs lol

[@KeyannaWeaver]

LOVED THIS! Took notes! Thanks so much! -Key

[@ryansnaadt]

Glad you got something out of it!

[@chrispaulk169]

Thanks Ryan. Very helpful

[@ryansnaadt]

You bet, thanks for watching

[@rae3240]

Couldn’t have had better timing for me. I have been trying to think of ways to dive into videography with different types of projects and this caught my eye. I already love looking at homes during my own free time. The idea of helping someone get a real look into a home they might want to buy sounds so rewarding. Thank you! Sub+1 😄👍🏼

[@ryansnaadt]

Glad you enjoy the video! There are tons of industries that need help with video - if you already like real estate it may be a natural fit

[@AerialLensVideo]

Very well done video - Thanks! You are a very impressive young man for sure. However, please remember ESSENTIAL STEP #1 (omitted here in your video, understandably); you MUST live in an area that offers a living wage marketplace. If you live in a thriving wide-spectrum real estate market, your title makes perfect sense. If you are in a smaller city or town, not so much. Just stating the obvious, the marketplace is KEY. Many (most perhaps?) places offer only $1000 - 3000 a month to even the most ambitious, driven, and talented videographer and do not have high end homes being listed. You know my point: If you are young and willing and pliable, first choose carefully WHERE you put down your roots...then fly high from there.

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks for the input. I think location adds to it. As for replacing the income opportunities, you could shoot smaller homes (under $750k) for lower amounts and just batch shoot properties. Doing 3 in 1 day for $500 each can still get you pretty close to the target. Also contracting for multiple agents in different markets would play a good role in that approach

[@AerialLensVideo]

@@ryansnaadt Right you are, but we have to remember, SOME places are just the pits when it comes to median home prices and the spectrum of prices (there, I said it). For example, in my area the median is about 180K for a 4 BR 2800 SF home on half an acre, days on market are about 130, and agents simply will not pay more than perhaps $80 for photos and $110 tops for video. There is maybe one $500K plus home offered at any given time here in the rural midsection of SC. There are probably hundreds of similar communities across the country. Bottom line, Consider yourself in a great location. Now, Hilton Head, Charlotte, Atlanta -- now you're talkin'. Keep up the great channel!

[@PrettyLady7282]

First of all, let thankyou for uploading this video for all of us. who are R.E Videographer some beginners, just started, not yet start it .. Ok here it is, this type of Info-content we can search over or almost 100 videos in here from other R.E.V. Second, We're wanting you to talk or share about. paperwork, tax, the price charged, MLS, deal with bad "clients", bad things happen, something like those. well, NOT all that but those are contents that We're looking for or searching for all over the places. Thanks in advance btw, Peace!

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks Hoan, glad you like the video. I cover all of that stuff in other videos on my channel so just take a look around. I also go deeper on my pricing structure and how to land new gigs in my free webinar which is linked up in the description box. If you can’t find it let me know and I’ll link it here, away from my computer at the moment. Keep improving! 👊🏻👊🏻

[@renzr55]

I find your camera-lens pairing information conflicting. In the video, an a6300 is mentioned. With the Laowa 12mm lens, that's like an 18mm full frame equivalent. However, in the suggested kit, you post a 7sii which is a full frame. Would you elaborate? Thanks

[@ryansnaadt]

Yep depends if you are on a full frame. 12mm on full frame gives the biggest room focal length without distorting lines too much. 12mm-18mm is adequate for real estate!

[@renzr55]

@@ryansnaadt Thanks for your answer. What are your on the Venus Optics' Laowa 9mm on APS-C sensor? I find conflicting data indicating that it is a full frame lens, others that say that it is for APS-C? I have a Sony a6400. Thanks again.

[@drones7838]

i am an insurance broker and started doing this for leads and has worked out. took two weeks to pass my part 107.. i do materports and all other items

[@ryansnaadt]

Great idea! That makes a lot of sense

[@fiddlingaround]

I have watched a bunch of videos on this kind of business, and this was the most helpful. Thanks!

[@ryansnaadt]

No problem!

[@Iloveak123]

You can fly legally without a Part 107 certificate, but you cant make money unless you have a Part 107.

[@matthewkunz3887]

Yeah, but if filmed for free the 107 is still needed if you send it to a client.

[@J7C3B]

@ryansnaadt terrific video man! So much value. I'm currently investigating exactly this, and really appreciate the tips you've provided. Especially about the minimum home value.

[@pogolaugh]

Love the idea of trying for a retainer, never thought or heard anyone talk about it relating to real estate videos

[@catlouise5145]

THANKYOU!! I've been really wanting to get into this but had no idea where to start, this video is so helpful thankyou so much! I'd love to see a more in-depth video on how you make your videos too, like a "10 tips and tricks" kinda thing, or things to consider/think about specifically with real estate - you briefly touched on sticking to the walls and using a gimbal/slider which was great!

[@Isacc21]

Do you use the Laowa 12mm fixed lens for real estate videography as well?

[@ryansnaadt]

I don’t personally, but it is one of the best lenses to make the rooms look as big as possible. I use my 16mm on a gimbal and it works just fine

[@staff924]

And found it again once I’ve started my business and it still is so informative!!👍🏾

[@thisisangie6438]

Wow. this video is perfect. this is everything I needed to hear. every question answered.

[@ryansnaadt]

Glad you liked it!

[@VedantChavanYT]

THANKYOU SO SOOO MUCH for the free Templates!!! It helped me get PAID gigs with only ONE EMAIL!! THANKYOU once again!!!

[@ryansnaadt]

No way! Awesome man, glad to hear it

[@rollinbatten617]

Ive been shooting on an a6300 for a couple years now. Just upgraded to the sony fx3 mostly for the full frame capabilities and in camera stabilization. I personally believe you should spend the extra money and buy a full frame camera. Shooting a crop sensor at 12mm actually crops the image to about 18-20mm causing the rooms to look smaller. 12mm is actually to wide for real estate if you have a full frame. You start getting bowing on full frame anything under about 14mm.

[@jboudreaux9983]

Thanks for this. Been thinking about getting a fx3 myself. How did you land paid real estate gigs?

[@NickStrav]

Great tips for a beginner. Thanks for the video !

[@ryansnaadt]

You bet!

[@krissynichole]

Super informative!! The retainer idea is genius

[@ryansnaadt]

Glad you like it!

[@j.m7713]

Thanks for this video man🤟🏽

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks for watching !

[@icom782]

A7III 4K 24fps with lens 14mm f2.8 for wide shoot and 50/80mm f1.8 for close shoots. I set my camera as everyone and my video quality is not quite good. Also shoots are dark (with low ISO) or really noisy (with higer ISO around 1000).

[@GabrielScindian]

Are you using cropped a sensor with the 12mm Should full frame users use the 18mm

[@ryansnaadt]

I’m suggesting fiull frame 12mm but anything 10-20mm will do for a wider angler

[@GabrielScindian]

@@ryansnaadt Awesome!!!! Thanks

[@JoeOberster]

You meant to say 18mm-30mm for the lens, right? Since your a6300 is a crop sensor, I’m going to assume you didn’t convert to full frame equivalent in this lesson. Right?

[@ryansnaadt]

Correct

[@JustinBishop]

great video bud. i found myself skipping through to get the main points. i think this 12 minute video could really be done in 3. nice work

[@collindunn5005]

Hey man, thanks for this video - super concise and to the point. I'm currently working in corporate and event videography. My question would be about securing my first real estate gig. I'm totally fine doing the "Freemium" method you mentioned and offering my services for free to build my initial real estate portfolio - but how do you go about soliciting that first client? I've always been turned off by cold calls/emails and I don't exactly have existing contacts in the real estate field. I guess I'm just looking for a way to break into the field without the awkwardness of reaching out to random people. Thanks!

[@eszesfilms1651]

In Hungary you can charge 50 eur /house at Budapest. Not to much, maybe 1000 usd/huf if you work a lot. All videomakers needs to work a lot on pricing because big companys killed the price.

[@ryansnaadt]

What are the big companies doing that you can’t? Volume of houses or higher end locations?

[@eszesfilms1651]

@@ryansnaadt volume of houses because company contract with real estate agency. I cant sell individual agents my offer, or if i want to sell they will choose the cheap options from the market. Right now exist 3 big producer in this country. But i think they are not enought good for high price luxury houses. Maybe this one is the gap for me, they shoot every house under 20--40 minutes (around 50 m2) and they offer for this price both photos and videos. Videocreators like me work for them for underrated price. Gears renting much more money than one house price, something not okey here with this market. :D This normal agencies with high volumen of houses doesnt specialized for luxury houses. Do you think, we need to try reach luxury real estate agency directly with higher price and premium solutions (like lighting?).

[@mannyrodriguez3933]

I’d be happy making $4 or $5k a month lol but this is good advice. Love it man great stuff

[@ryansnaadt]

You bet!

[@galinswigart]

Do you mean 12mm on a full frame body or on your A6300 with a cropped sensor? I shoot on a full frame A7III and even at 14-16mm I notice some bent lines and distortion. Interesting to see what others are using! Great video.

[@ryansnaadt]

A good place to look at is 12mm on a full frame. Yes my a6300 is cropped on a 16mm but the idea is to get as wide as possible without the distortion effect. Thanks for watching

[@michaelstorycoach]

Yes...it's time. Starting now! I like it.

[@sniperfilmz8765]

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[@ryansnaadt]

Love the enthusiasm, and I plan to keep posting so no worries!

[@CleanwithChristina]

This is something I’ve been curious about as a career option in the future (once my kids are in school & I go back to work) This info was SOOOO helpful! Thank you so much! Love your content! I do have a few questions. Is there a square footage limit with these homes? (For the clients you have on retainer) Or is your price set? Also, how long roughly did it take you to edit your videos when you first started versus now?

[@ryansnaadt]

Christina, its a solid choice for some side income. Real estate is good because it is much quicker turn around and you can batch shoot multiple properties. I would start getting your feet wet now when you can so when the kids go back to school you have a book of business to call on. It took me about 3 hours to edit my first one. But once I understood the look the agent likes, I can get one edited in about 1 and 1/2 hours. The more you do the faster you get at editing and shooting. If you want to learn more about the business stuff and how I grew my business, check out my free training here: www.solovideopro.com/ and if I can answer any more questions - fire away!

[@CleanwithChristina]

Ryan Snaadt thank you so much!

[@ryansnaadt]

@@CleanwithChristina no problem - stay in touch if I can help with anything else

[@dennisdischler6541]

I see you use an A6300. Can you share your camera settings you use for video? I struggle with getting it set up properly. Thanks

[@eggsclusivemediaproduction8626]

Ryan, what do you say when reaching out to potential clients after making the spreadsheet?

[@ryansnaadt]

I follow a 5 step email sequence until they reply. I have a full video on email marketing on my channel where I go deeper on reach out logic and why/what to say. Try to use it as a guide and customize it to your unique offering.

[@eggsclusivemediaproduction8626]

@@ryansnaadt Thanks for the response man!

[@adventurepantsmcgee]

Thanks for breaking down what "freemium" meant. I've heard it used a few times as I'm doing research, but it was very well explained here.

[@ryansnaadt]

You bet!

[@soulloopmedia]

Hi Ryan. Great video and great tips. I'm just wondering if the Canon M50 + Laowa 9mm (14.4mm cropped) f2.8 is a good setup to get started with real estate videography? This lens is quite expensive and it claims to have almost zero distortion. Do you have any advice regarding an alternative camera and lenses?

[@soulloopmedia]

Hey @@ryansnaadt, thank you for your reply. I had a look into your gear however I was more interested to know if I can start with real estate videography with the M50 I bought (quite a good deal, the camera with the kit lens 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM and a bag for around 550€). Now with the crop factor of this sensor it's the same of having a 24-72mm which it's not even close to be used on real estate video in my opinion. So I was wondering if the best option to get started is either the Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM MILC which with the crop factor becomes a 17.6-35.2 but with a quit high aperture of F4, I can get this one for around 375€, or the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D which with the M50 crop factor becomes a 14.4mm, and I can get this one for around 470€. I was also considering a Vitrox speedboster which is faster, it decreases the crop factor and it's an adapter to EF, with a Canon EF-S 10-18 mm f:4.5-5.6 IS STM, but also quite high aperture too. I'm very confused. and I hope someone here with more experience on the field could give me a hand.

[@DRLFamily]

Currently in quarantine looking for another business opportunity in video, would you still recommend this to this day?

[@ryansnaadt]

Yes, virtual tours are even more important now since people don’t want to tour in person and the housing market is super hot right now. Low interest rates and low inventory make it a sellers market

[@SomeDudeWalking]

Damn dude, looking at a career change into digital media/marketing and this was huge. I was a roofing contractor and have some realtor contacts that I could at least utilize to build out my reel and then potentially build out into referrals. Nice that you're able to accomplish everything with the a6300, I've been looking at the a7iii but the more I research it doesn't seem like I need that much to make small business videos. Currently have 2 proposals out for a roofing company and backpacking company on video projects, this was an incredible resource and motivational video.

[@ryansnaadt]

For sure! Just put yourself out there and good things are bound to come your way

[@watchthebrosvlogs6421]

Subbed 1st vid of urs I watched and I’m so happy I found you.

[@ryansnaadt]

Well I am so happy to have you! Welcome! 😊

[@TomaxSF]

Same here. Thank you!

[@culinaryflaire]

Same

[@rlmedia4k975]

Awesome video, do you do photography as well or what do you do when asked if it is included ?

[@isonny2010]

Only a week ago I got a friend reached out to me and ask me to help out with his real estate listing demand. And he asked me if I can do video. I have a zhiyun crane plus, Sony a7c and a wide angle zoom lens. So I said yes. Thankfully they ask me to shoot walk through video so I can turn it around in 24 hours with photos and floor plans.

[@ryansnaadt]

Perfect! Since making this video that’s been the biggest suggestion I would add is bundling photos and video together to raise your value. Also find agents that have new listings all the time and they become repeat customers

[@isonny2010]

@@ryansnaadt just a quick question. I'm offering walk through video, floor plan, and 10 real estate shots for $285 in total. Am I charging too low or ok?

[@ryansnaadt]

@@isonny2010 depends on your market, how much experience you have, how high of a price the listing is, and a few other things. But if you feel confident in it, keep rolling. If you can shoot 4 of these in a day, that's $1000 in revenue each day which isn't too bad if you can turn edits at a decent pace

[@nutoriousclown4107]

With the a6300 being a crop sensor does that affect the video quality ?

[@ryansnaadt]

Yes it’s a bit lower quality than full frame

[@nutoriousclown4107]

@@ryansnaadt but it’s still good enough to deliver to real estate agents? Just kinda confused because yes it’s 4k 60 frames but it’s a crop sensor

[@imnickcampos]

Okay but let's talk about your email signature for a second.. Very simple and professional!

[@ryansnaadt]

I’ve actually switched it up to a more branded signature now lol 😆

[@ryansnaadt]

Never mind, the one listed is what I’m currently using!

[@imnickcampos]

@@ryansnaadt Lolol. Right on, is it just a jpeg/png i'm assuming?

[@ryansnaadt]

Vilex yep I imported the photos and text into a word document and copy/pasted it in so the text links to the proper places

[@raphaelmoser666]

Hello, I'm a Brazilian videographer and I work in the real estate market nowadays. I wish the market would level the value of videos like you presented in this video from 4 years ago. The truth is that brokers really need our vision, our techniques, our services in general to brighten the eyes of future clients. However, what happens is a market where the videographer's work is auctioned, in general terms no one is willing to act honestly with you. But this is also due to the ease of your service being replaced by a fake cameraman who levels the market downwards. Anyway, this is just a rant so that you can value your work, charge a fair amount for your knowledge, use of your equipment and make a profit for the time spent.

[@porqueno4712]

Very nice tutorial! Really liked that you "just" use an a6300 and do not talk about buying an a7siii or r5 first!

[@ryansnaadt]

Yep use what you have!

[@thes3Dnetwork]

I have a question, when your done with the video edit in what way do you give the video to your client? Flash drive or cloud? If cloud what service do you use?

[@ryansnaadt]

I use a video review and delivery software. It’s a life saver! Here is a review I did of it Wipster Review | Best Videography Review Tool

[@ryansnaadt]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIaQgHdtq6mZpqs

[@Eye4eye007]

How do you feel about the viltrox 13mm for apsc? Wide enough?

[@ryansnaadt]

Just start with what you have! That should work well

[@Eye4eye007]

@@ryansnaadt I''ll need to get that then haha, the widest I have is my 18-55 fujinon

[@mikedodge1322]

Nice high quality video. Appreciate it!!

[@madenluvdesign]

Ryan, this question might have been asked before, can you achieve similar results with iPhone 12/13 4k on gimbal

[@ryansnaadt]

You could get a similar look if you set the camera settings properly. It gets hard to sell video as a service though if you show up with an iPhone to shoot it. It’s doable though!

[@binnybenjamin]

Hi bro, what’s your advice for how to shoot videography for an empty house ?

[@dannythwaites1318]

Great video just wondering if 12mm lens would apply to full frame or APS-C? I’m looking to get kit for photos and videos and have read 18mm canon L lens on full frame camera is best for RE

[@ryansnaadt]

Whether you go crop or not, try to stick around that 12mm focal length for that wide look without bending lines too much. I ment it as a full frame reference

[@JamesSalvatore]

Thanks for putting in the time to make a video like this it helped me a real lot!

[@ryansnaadt]

Hey no problem happy to help

[@anthonybrown06]

Great video man. Super informative.

[@ryansnaadt]

No worries! What I’m here for

[@thisisangie6438]

So excited to get started. Has anyone else had good success with this? Shooting 5 houses for 4k? I live in nashville and the market is rich with 750k and up, So its no skimpy, but I just need to know if real estate companies are hard to get a hold of? Or are they difficult to bite on to partnering with deals like that?

[@ryansnaadt]

I would aim to get your first one and work your price up as you go. People expect to see a portfolio and I would suggest offering photos, 3d tours, and other marketing assets for agents

[@emmasnyman212]

12mm full frame equivalent? So must it be a 7,5mm for canon cropped sensor?

[@ryansnaadt]

Yep, if you are around 12-16mm it should be wide enough full frame

[@curtisc8386]

12mm at full frame or 12mm equivalent for s35mm?

[@ryansnaadt]

Opt for a full frame if you can

[@jsk4051]

Hi Ryan, thanks so much for all the great information in the video. One thing I wanted to ask, is it possible to do this as a side hustle? Maybe afterwork, weekend sort of activity that we can make couple thousand extra per month? Or do we need to go all-in?

[@ryansnaadt]

Yes start it as a side hustle and prove the concept out before going for it. Once you have a few repeat clients you can consider going all in

[@matthewkunz3887]

Planning on starting in the next month with video production

[@ryansnaadt]

Awesome! Shooting real estate?

[@matthewkunz3887]

@@ryansnaadt Yes sir, that's my plan. I'm 16 and planning to start simple. Do you know of any free community where filmmakers can share their work and get feedback? I also have a ton of specific questions that I haven't found the answer to.

[@ryansnaadt]

Yes search “the freelance videographer community” on Facebook. I created a group there that does that. Over 25,000 members to get feedback from!

[@matthewkunz3887]

@@ryansnaadt Awesome! Thanks, I'll try to check it out. Keep up the great work, I love the content!

[@ryansnaadt]

I.N. Stein thanks be or watching and will do! I have a goal of 50 new videos this year

[@MatthewConnolly22]

Thank you for the knowledge!

[@ryansnaadt]

Anytime!

[@EvanSantangelo]

You want to crank the exposure on those drone shots a little higher?

[@ryansnaadt]

Ya I will get right on that thanks lol

[@CitySurfa]

Great Video! I Love the insight...I have a couple of questions? Are the Video examples of the RE clips shot with the a6300, or is it a mix of different cameras? Also do you think the stock kit lense be enough for the time being till i get a new one?

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks! And yes a6300. As long as the kit lens is wider, you should be ok. Anything tighter than 20 mm will make the rooms feel smaller

[@BrandonSchmitz]

Thanks for all of the useful information 👍🏼 Quick question though, how do you get the videos onto MLS or how do you deliver the final product the these realtors?

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks! The seller can edit the posting with new photos/video. Realtors usually are doing email/social media campaigns to push properties as well. So a lot of these will be used in FB/IG advertisements to intice them to go to Zillow and book a tour appt. 👊

[@adenlaajibola1803]

Thanks this is helpful and informative

[@ryansnaadt]

You bet thanks for watching!

[@MySteveKelly]

Hey Ryan, South London Uk based real estate photographer here. Looking at getting into videos and have been approached but need to plan my approach, I Have an a6000 and a RX10 mk4. One issue I wondered with a photoshoot I can be very selective on quickly staging a room but with video the home needs to be in good condition and ultra tidy for the video to be of any marketing value. Do you do that yourself or insist the vendor does all that? as that must be costly in time for you. many thanks some great insight here

[@ryansnaadt]

Great question! Yes I typically try to coordinate with the photographer so the home is staged for all marketing purposes and we both come in at the same time and shoot. I don't stage well, I can open/close blinds or small things like that but usually I am shooting higher end homes and the realize that it needs to look spotless.

[@drgjengdahl2709]

Hi Ryan! What is the turn around time expected?

[@ryansnaadt]

For real estate it is always ASAP. Usually expect to have these to the client in a few days after shooting

[@PlasmaPro8]

Do you recommend some education / training to make this to your full time job? I mean like a apprenticeship wich takes takes years to complete?

[@ryansnaadt]

You could apprentice but just start shooting homes and build your own business if you want to do it. There are online programs for this as well you can find

[@PlasmaPro8]

Okey thanks

[@tiffanydiamond4128]

Great video thank you. Just have one question where can i find a proper class for a part 107 license

[@ryansnaadt]

Just google, there are a ton of options out there

[@blueprintstech5638]

for listing site what aspect ratio should video be shot at 16:9 or 4;3

[@ryansnaadt]

I typically do a 16:9 but I would ask the agent what specs they prefer

[@RideYEG]

This is a fantastic video. Thanks for making it. Subbed!

[@ryansnaadt]

Glad you got something out of it!

[@creativevth1007]

Appreciate the content sir! Stay Real

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks for watching! Always keeping it ground level!

[@_jejurealtor740]

thank you!!!!

[@ryansnaadt]

Of course

[@SVcreations43]

Is a 24mm lens on a full frame camera wide enough for video or photography? I've been hearing 16mm is the best but idk if that's 16 on a crop sensor.

[@davetinoco]

For real estate, no. It is not wide enough. 16 would be the highest you want to go.

[@TKaz10]

im from reddit this video is great! and i subbed not a videographer tho

[@welzoliver3975]

Just starting out taking my part 107 this week and I have my web site done for the most part it needs more content but I guess my ? is How would you go about your 1st 30 to 60 day's in the biz ??

[@ryansnaadt]

I would reach out to a ton of realtors and offer free videos to build a portfolio and get a solid base of clients and then continue reaching out and getting repeat agents

[@ivordavid5493]

Hi Ryan, excellent video advice. What would you say is the average ball park turnaround time for filming and then to completing the editing?

[@ryansnaadt]

Thanks so much for watching! I would say the average house 2-3k feet takes 2 hours or so to shoot. Once you get in a groove it’s faster. I start with exteriors and then move inside. To edit, it takes about 2 hours or so to edit it all. Again once you follow similar practices things get faster. I prefer to shoot multiple houses at once for speed too

[@ivordavid5493]

Thanks for such a quick reply... I’ll use this as a foundation and adjust to suit my circumstance. Ivor

[@ryansnaadt]

@@ivordavid5493 Not a problem! Any more questions or insight, I am happy to help

[@JackLister]

Im 16 years old, have all the gear i need, a73..Moza air.. going to get 12mm lens but renting it until I get enough money to buy it, and Im able to get luxury listings due to contacts. My question is do you think people will hire me and take me professional only being 16 years old?

[@ryansnaadt]

Sounds like you are all set. Honestly, the work will speak for itself. I met with a social media manager that was still in high school once. He was cocky and kept bragging about how he owned a business. But once someone asked him about what he was making and some examples he froze up. Just offer great work and charge accordingly and you will be fine. If you need some more confidence and encouragement, I offer mentorship and a private FB group for my students in the www.SoloVideoPro.com program. It includes over 20 business trainings to show you how to negotiate deals, market on social media (as your brand not a 'no good kid' - I got that when I started in college too), and a ton of other benefits. Let me know if you have other questions related to the business side, happy to help anyway I can! 👊

[@travis8665]

@UCInAFf7rTcdRE4DILrciwZA Not a hope in hell. No one is going to pay anyone that young.

[@jamiepenneyvideo]

Nice video! Gonna have my real estate license this month, but also have a passion for videography. Hope to mix both together! Just subbed, nice work

[@ryansnaadt]

It’s a fun mix if you enjoy the industry!

[@snks86]

Hi Ryan Snaadt You mentioned 12mm as the ideal focal range! Would this be 12mm (on 35mm equivalent) or in the case of using your a6300 (1.5 crop ratio), that would be 18mm on a (35mm equivalent) . I know this is abit subjective but any input will help. Thanks!

[@ryansnaadt]

Any lens that goes 12-18mm full frame will give you a wide enough shot!

[@coremuzic5067]

I honestly wouldn't go any lower than 15mm. Depending on the lens, anything under 15mm you have to start watching for warping around the edges. The only time I would use anything between 11mm - 13mm would be for super super tight spaces. But it all depends on the style you're going for. Me personally, I understand the marketing aspect to make it look appealing, but at the same time, I'm all about realism. I'm not trying to lie to the customers. We use wide and super wides to make the property look bigger. So I try to not go under 18mm in general. If someone is having to fly in from another state to tour the house, I don't want to give them a false promise of what the house actually looks like by make it look bigger and brighter than it actually is. Same thing for color grading.. I try to stay as real as possible. But that's just me.

[@darylnd]

No problem here finding homes priced $750k and up, since the median in San Jose is $1,052,521 (Zillow, August 31, 2020). Also, there is no point in saying "and/or." It's not a word, just an indicator of not understanding the logic underlying either word. One business issue to consider: most listing agents are out of pocket a considerable amount on each listing, with no guarantee of a sale. Will you, the videographer, want payment regardless of sale (e.g., net 30 days) or will you share the risk with the agent and accept payment out of the commission?

[@ianciborowski2983]

It’s fine to use and/or

[@johnnyray5515]

Thank you for this video. I can see myself doing this full time if I can obtain retainer agreements

[@ryansnaadt]

Glad to hear it, keep me posted on how you do!

[@InfinityMedia915]

In your experience, where do you or your clients put the videos? Do you help them with that process? Do they just post it on their social media or...? Thank you!

[@ryansnaadt]

Put them on the mls or Zillow if you can. Some agents also run paid ads on social + posting on organic channels helps too.

[@tcc9826]

Get your real estate license at the same time that makes you access more high-in property and also helps your own real estate sales. A win-win strategy !!!

[@benbarson2810]

You need a license to fly a drone 😭😭 learn something new every day. Solid vid bro

[@ryansnaadt]

Yep! Haha thanks for watching

[@bluecatdigitalstudio7500]

hi...did you use pp1 of sony?can you please share what lut did you use?thank you.

[@ryansnaadt]

Hi there, just PP1 on this no luts just kept it very true to eye since we want to show what the house looks like in reality and helps turn the videos faster

[@bluecatdigitalstudio7500]

@@ryansnaadt thanks for your reply :D one more thing your details in pp1 is set to?

[@ryansnaadt]

GOMO PRODUCTIONS details on camera I used settings and a behind the scenes is linked in the description box above.

[@bartholland1042]

Can you also shoot in 120 fps? instead of 60? Will it get smoother?

[@ryansnaadt]

I try to keep the speed 80% to 40% of normal. You can go slower but it doesn’t make it perfect

[@Tarkinx]

The Samyang 14 2.8 for FF Sony is also to recommend

[@Tonellacam]

What about a 13mm Viltrox?

[@KinoMusoke]

How muchcan I charge for a typical charge for standard apartment?

[@ryansnaadt]

Depends how many units the developer has and how high end it js

[@tim_mueller]

One question, you were talking about 12m m, do you mean 12 mm on APS-C, so with Crop, or do you mean 12 mm on fullframe?

[@ryansnaadt]

Yep 12mm full frame

[@tim_mueller]

@@ryansnaadt So a good choice for APS-C would be the Laowa 9 mm zero-d?