How To Write A Proposal For Video Work | Commercial RFP Tutorial

[@garrettsammons]

Should I make more more like this?

[@aristomenis_k]

Yeah, film business stuff are very interesting and useful!

[@garrettsammons]

Great! Anything in particular you’d like me to cover?

[@joserangelve]

Please, yes!

[@aristomenis_k]

@@garrettsammons Creating video treatments (the creative part as you mentioned in this video) is a nice topic. Another one is reaching out to clients to get their attention in order to have them hire you. Thank you!

[@benarnoux]

Yeah! I just had a conversation with a prospect, and was asked to send a proposal. This really helped!!!

[@J0nCoyne]

1. About me 2.Project Goal Overview 3. Project Description 4. Project Budget and Breakdown 5. Project Timeline 6. Acceptance of the Project 7. Creative Pitch

[@benjirawson]

Dude, your hand explanations while you explain everything is so engaging.

[@HayaDachi]

I never comment on videos, but this has been by far the most simplistic yet detailed lesson I've watched in a while. Thank you for opening up and sharing this awesome information 😁👍🏽

[@IAmVicon]

Amazing! Definitely do more of these videos. And please share a soft copy of the sample proposal used in this video. Thanks

[@jasonwalton6311]

I can't believe I just found this video a year later. This was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you Sir.

[@garrettsammons]

More videos like this coming soon

[@meganturner9086]

Thank you for this! I'm writing my first proposal and was lost on how to get started. Your video explained it very well and made me more confident to do it. Thank you so much!

[@ColbyWisen]

Wow thank you so much for making this. I just set my first proposal appointment and after watching this im getting hyped up

[@davidsegic6254]

I just want to say thank you. I watched the video some time ago and started creating my proposals in the same way and my clients are treating me totally differently! I can only say this is magic; you are doing a fantastic job of it and I hope you create a comprehensive masterclass because I would buy it gladly. Cheers and keep up the good work!

[@87Magneto]

This was a very great breakdown. I was feeling stuck. Didn't know how or were to begin but your video has definitely helped me out. Cheers.

[@KemoMarriott]

What a gem this video is. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@tyresegoldsby3258]

Thank you much for this video. I'm working for my first client and you navigated me in the right direction bro.

[@EricBrakervideography]

Love hearing about new creatives getting into the industry. Congrats man!

[@kristinaramos4522]

Hey Garrett, Thank you very much for the informative video. do you by any chance have a template of the proposal that you showed us for us to use ?

[@ana_lobo]

AMAZING, so helpful, specially for those starting out now!! I remember when I started working in production, 10 years ago, and this information was difficult to find. You'd either have to enroll expensive filmschool (which gave you no guarantees of sharing this detailed info) or you'd have to spend time working for a production company, based on trial and error. Thank you for sharing in such a detailed and clear manner!

[@bonganimthimkulu4654]

I came across this video at the right time, thank you so much for sharing such valuable information Garrett, feels like winning the lottery ♥️

[@RyanNgFilms]

You are a savior for making this video Garrett

[@MrASesay]

Dude you by far have the most comprehensive videos for merging business with creativity! Kudos to you!!!✊🏿

[@LJPhoto_]

This was suuuper helpful. I have an assignment due in a few days and want to do video documentary as my project/proposal. Thanks so much garrett.

[@NewBootMedia]

This was a great video! I'm currently at the point where I'm getting a lot of inquiries about how much a video would cost and you cleared up so much of my process and added a lot of value! Thank you thank you thank you ❤

[@garrettsammons]

Happy to help!

[@onthemovenews9055]

Thank you so much for this. This is exactly what I need for two 2-minute company on-boarding videos I was asked to make.

[@KanishkGupta]

I think this tutorial is all I need , Thanks man...! Super Informative..!!

[@garrettsammons]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mentalhealthwords]

Very clear and in order!!

[@ganeshprem3043]

What a neat presentation! All the information made sense. No fluff. Subscribed!

[@mikicasains2309]

Great stuff Garret, you nailed it big time, thanks!!

[@tonydialsr7190]

Great instruction. To the point. Iam in the process of developing my first client. Please more, more. Thank You.

[@agustingc]

wow, this is real helpful content for filmmakers, thanks!!!

[@NiklasChristl]

Great video Garrett! A lot of value. :)

[@torinmscott]

This is a great breakdown, very helpful. Thank you Garrett.

[@JoshBatalibasi]

Duuddee.. Please make more like this. Golden nuggets throughout. Keep being inspo !

[@weizeng8231]

It's super useful mate! Thx for sharing your awesome idea!

[@garrettsammons]

Happy to help!

[@alecmuellervisuals61]

Such useful info! I’ve been creating documents for clients based on random templates online, never even knew what went into something like this. Thanks for sharing man

[@garrettsammons]

Glad you found it helpful Alec!

[@antoniowimmer]

Great job bro! Love seeing your take on how to set the framework for whole projects. In another note, you know what would be cool? Maybe make a video more about "yourself". Something like a storytime maybe? Like how did you started? Your first projects, your progress. That's something I think would be of great value and would let us know more about you as a person and not just only super-informative tutorials!

[@garrettsammons]

Thanks Antonio! That’s a great idea. I didn’t think anyone would be interested in that.

[@C4ProductionsLLC]

Really good info in this video! Will be applying to my business, immediately!

[@joserangelve]

This is the best video about this subject I ever saw in my whole life. I realized that I alreday cover some of these aspects but I oticed the lack of some. Really helpful. Thanks for sharing it bro 👊😀

[@garrettsammons]

Happy to help!

[@jeanandrecastillo8476]

Im growing my little film company in Colombia and this really help me , thanks Man.

[@RonaldDuverge]

excellent my friend you earn this follower !!!

[@PaulKiama]

This might be the best take on this topic on YT. Wish I came across your channel months ago. Subscribed.

[@BMgreekyoutuber]

Great video! I really needed it because I am trying to find clients and I want to do it the right way.

[@garrettsammons]

You got this!

[@rlalchanvine1792]

Hi definitely helpfully if you go in detail each section with more videos I find that will be helpful thanks and great Love from Trinidad and Tobago

[@mariomihalikfilms]

This is great Thank you, but how do you include the video examples exactly? I saw the templates which look great but can you upload the video there and send it as a document so they will be able to see the video so it can be like an interactive proposal, or do you just put in a link for them to put in a browser? I'm a little confused on how the client would be seeing the videos throughout and how it would be delivered for them to see it?

[@benjirawson]

You sir are a Gem.

[@jaevisuals]

One of the most informative videos I've seen on KZbin. Mind opening... Thanks a bunch Garret Sammons

[@anilasaddique1976]

Thank you soooooo much love from Pakistan i was literally looking for this video......thank you very much....this video helps me in each steps

[@garrettsammons]

Happy to help!

[@ineedajob5671]

Who wants a template? I have a simple document that encompasses both the creative side + technical side of an RFP. Point to note here, it's really canned for those in marketing. You might want to adjust to suit accordingly

[@djordjemikovic9148]

Here :)

[@benfergusonishere]

Found this video super helpful as I built out my client proposal template. Thanks Garrett!

[@MaroSola]

Thanks for sharing! Very helpful 🚀

[@whitelightningmedia]

Great Video! It gave me some much needed direction in this area and will hopefully be the stepping stone I need to get away from the "I have a video idea, wannna pay me".

[@garrettsammons]

You got this!

[@ivandimitrov3662]

Great stuff! Thanks for the pointers, will be applying a few of them on an upcoming proposal I have to create!

[@garrettsammons]

Right on Ivan!

[@jacktree9987]

This was bloody fantastic, I’m literally going to apply this right now with a new client I’ve just acquired! Thanks so much.

[@KJMill3r]

Incredibly helpful breakdown, thank you!

[@darioaguilarrayon7658]

Best video ever. Thanks a lot man!

[@ginger_oi8147]

Really needed this video Thank you so much. I'll be checking out your other stuff.

[@Bajbaiac]

Thanks a lot for the info, very well explained. We're looking forward for more.

[@funyfarm]

Wow Garrett! This has been one of the most informative & helpful videos I've run across. Thank you...and YES!!! I'd love to see more.

[@RyanNgFilms]

Do you charge people for the creative proposal? I'm a bit confused on that since it's going to take a great amount of time to put together a creative proposal that's customized to their needs. Iff they back out that wouldd be a lot of time lost. I'm just wondering on that bit.

[@garrettsammons]

Great question! You can build it into your budget, but wouldn’t charge separately for it. When it comes to pitching the creative part of the proposal, it should be a broad overview, not something that’s extremely detailed like a preproduction kit. Sometimes you bid on work and don’t get it. That isn’t time lost. It’s experience gained for the next bid. Eventually, you learn which bids to take on because you’ll have a good sense for which ones you can win. In general, the creative bids come after an initial RFP. It’s a step two if they like what they see.

[@RyanNgFilms]

@@garrettsammons Hey Garrett, thank you so much for the help. Really, can't thank you enough for this :)

[@jeremywfain]

Great video. Question tho. I realize this is a pretty old video... but do you not add in a percentage for overhead expenses to the total project amount? Or is it baked into your rates- so it doesn't look weird when the client sees it on the proposal? Thanks

[@theloganpresley]

Thanks for the knowledge, Pair o' Salmons

[@kionaje6719]

Thanks for such an informative video! You just saved me hours of "overthinking" time 🙏🏾

[@Pomegranatezz]

In the words of Chris Do: providing a breakdown of your costs for the project is handing your client on a silver platter the ability to nickel and dime you.

[@nikkiknutson2846]

So helpful, thanks Garrett!

[@garrettsammons]

Happy to help Nikki!

[@cognitivebend]

So good man - appreciate you posting this type of content

[@marinadecarvallo2582]

You're a great communicator Garrett!!!🤟🤟

[@pieczara4522]

Heck yes! Are you keen on releasing a template for those documents?

[@garrettsammons]

I can’t release the one I use, but you can check out graphicriver.net for some awesome templates

[@matssonviral3183]

Nice and informative video Garrett! Thank you 👍🏼👍🏼

[@garrettsammons]

No problem 👍

[@ethanlim3097]

If possible please do a Storyboard Tutorial

[@garrettsammons]

This is a great idea!

[@mohamedsonyt1350]

Really useful - thanks so much Bro

[@canonuser712]

HUGELY helpful, clear and concise. Thanks!

[@DJLiftOFF]

Dope! Thanks man!!

[@jana-ef5zk]

This video is phenomenal. Very helpful. Thank you!

[@derik_niez]

I went straight to your sellfy link to see if you posted a sample RFP : )

[@garrettsammons]

Haha not this time unfortunately, mine has legal jargon and whatnot that I can’t share. I recommend graphicriver.net to find templates tho.

[@ZeeShaanJamal]

this was super helpful & brilliantly concise - thanks for sharing, sincerely appreciated 😊

[@madalitsobensonmaulana3374]

This is helpful, thank you

[@VuTech]

Great Infos, we want to know how to create an invoice to clients

[@garrettsammons]

Oh that’s a good idea! I might have to do that

[@jimramer1012]

This is great! Thank you

[@garrettsammons]

You're welcome Jim!

[@aman681]

Great video mate. It would be awesome if I could get my hands on one of your Proposals for reference. :)

[@davidhardenberg5382]

Great video thank you. What program do you recommend to create a proposal like this?

[@aroundcalifa]

Awesome!!! Great content

[@garrettsammons]

Happy to help!

[@christianamccartney6595]

Thank you sooo much for this!

[@speedygeek]

That's wonderful! what porposal software do you use?

[@joaomestre2584]

Can you leave the prooposal's psd/word downloadable?

[@ChangtseQ]

What extras do you put on the yellow stars under the project budget?

[@OscarGonzalez-dd6qe]

Really helpful! Thanks!!

[@VladCarp]

Great info! Can you post maybe an example pdf of the entire proposal? Thanks ;)

[@garrettsammons]

I can't do that, only because there are folks who'd jack it and use it as their own. I'd go through and pause your way through it, is I do show all the details in the video itself. There are also tons of templates you can buy on graphicriver.net

[@patiepam2539]

Thank you so much for this video 😘

[@thecandyfarm8566]

Where can we access the template example your using, i really like it? Kind Regards

[@tommyrebelmedia]

This was extremely helpful. Would you consider a treatment and proposal the same thing?

[@garrettsammons]

Depends on the project and the client space. A treatment usually is coming with the detailed plan on the creative side, where a proposal is much more about the technical/deliverables side.

[@tommyrebelmedia]

@@garrettsammons Thanks for the clarification

[@AHMEDHAMINE]

soo helpful

[@gusjaramill0]

maaan. lived the intro. who's got those templates??? by the way. lived the video I need this as I'm pushing myself that way. thanks in advance

[@garrettsammons]

Happy to help! Check out graphicriver.net for templates.

[@Princeizyck]

Awesome content!

[@hadowmedia2636]

what is the song underneath this video... love it??

[@AllThingsFilm1]

Very informative and useful. If you know of any resources that provide templates for proposal documents, that would doubly awesome.

[@garrettsammons]

I’d check out the resources on graphicriver.net

[@samanchegini8757]

Brilliant

[@gaberialbooker]

I know you posted this 2 years ago, but whats the typical order or operation? Present creative proposal first then technical or present them with both at the same time?

[@potentpraisecelebration-pp6354]

Please help me with a Quotation form in word format (Cj from Zambia)

[@godsbeloved5169]

Very helpful content

[@tassilo_]

Im writing a technical proposal for the Red Cross and this video is truly helpful - Thank you @Garrett Sammons ! Would you be open to share the template? I'd love to scroll through it, to get more inspiration for details.

[@garrettsammons]

I wish you well on the proposal! I don’t share the template itself as I bought the design online and don’t have the rights to redistribute. Best of luck 🤙

[@tassilo_]

@@garrettsammons Thanks and while this may have fewer views than more generic themed videos, it carries so much value for a specific audience. Keep posting these kind of materials - we filmmakers are watching! (and future generations will do so too)

[@directorjulianmichael8899]

@Garrett do you have the templates for the documents? this is so helpful

[@garrettsammons]

Unfortunately, I bough the design from a great graphic designer and had my lawyer draft up the specific language, so I can’t give it away or sell it unfortunately. There are a ton of websites that sell proposal designs for little to no money, like creative market and others.

[@GioZilke]

Creating those presentations take time and money ...and you would be working this for free...how do you manage that?

[@garrettsammons]

Great question Gio! You're absolutely right. It takes practice, but eventually you learn which bids you have a good shot at landing and which you don't. You can then prioritize which RFPs you respond to. That said, filling out RFPs is quite literally "the cost of doing business". Having a set template for your budget, proposal, and contract makes it much faster and easier to respond to RFPs.

[@EricBrakervideography]

Super helpful!

[@airindiana]

I’m on iMac. What program are you using to create neat looking proposals like that with colours/graphics?

[@garrettsammons]

Adobe Illustrator 🤙