What Policies you need as a videographer

[@oneileventmedia]

i never get to hang out with other film makers to ask them what they do and how they do it. you my friend are an excellent mentor. you always answer the real world questions about this business, which not the best lens of the day. An you answer questions that I cant even think of. but are problems I face every time I do a gig. thank you so much.

[@Semesem_]

@@oneileventmedia I’m really grateful you guys have been finding value in my content. I’ll keep Going with it

[@LanreEshofilms]

You can make extra money for non disclosure agreement. Sometimes some clients request no usage of their footage. So I just charge for that.

[@JimmyMeetsTech]

Super helpful! Thank you sir

[@Semesem_]

No problem 🙏🏾

[@VetAwareProject]

I appreciate you for this, not something that comes to mind when the startup is in the process

[@Semesem_]

@@VetAwareProject yeah same for me

[@JosueBokongoleProRecords]

Big fan of your videos, it's really helping me understand the business part of this industry. Another thing that I love is that you're a believer. May the Lord GOD give you more wisdom and understanding Amen 🙏. When will you drop a video on how you edit your videos for business and events. GOD bless 🙌

[@sideowlproductions]

This was really helpful. Thank you 🙏

[@Semesem_]

@@sideowlproductions I’m glad it helped

[@YoungBlaze]

One thing I had to do was change the wording from deposits to retainers because deposits in certain states can still be refunded if you're sued but retainers hold a deeper meaning and verbiage

[@Semesem_]

That’s good to know

[@uNhlanhlakaSithole]

Bro. I love u bro. Real content, not this cinematic, pretentious moody stuff thats filled the space.

[@Semesem_]

@@uNhlanhlakaSithole I’m glad you’re enjoying the content

[@bryanmichaelham]

Great blueprints for the industry, everything you said has been very helpful for my growth in this business. Thanks alot fam !!!

[@Semesem_]

@@bryanmichaelham I appreciate that man. I hope you grow to a level where you can share game to the next person

[@Z4LProduction]

Thank you for making this video because I never had policy set for my business. I’m new to all this so I’m still trying to learn as much as I can.

[@Semesem_]

@@Z4LProduction yeah I didn’t at first either but trail and error made me realize I need some rules to abide by

[@Z4LProduction]

@@Semesem_ do you also have a video on contract as well.

[@Semesem_]

@@Z4LProduction yes

[@Gerald_G]

Another super helpful video…thx!

[@Semesem_]

@@Gerald_G of course 👍🏾

[@gregallen1]

Availability-this is why I preach having a NICHE. As a real estate photographer/videographer I’m able to use a platform such as Ayreo. I have a booking site, delivery and pay site. Takes the headache out of CRM and hours available. Then outsourcing saves me a ton of time because there are editors who specialize in my niche. Highly advise everyone out there having a NICHE is the only way 💪🏻

[@boahandarrowsproductions4326]

That usage right part is crucial I'm finding out, especially for promotional videos.

[@Semesem_]

@@boahandarrowsproductions4326 right. They are renting , not buying

[@tangoleadaz]

Very informative bro 🙏🏾

[@kbrosphotography6408]

Few days before I did client's birthday party order for free of cost as Charity. My mistake was I didn't made a written bill as I knew them since years and client was not ready to pay me the decided amount.

[@Semesem_]

That’s a tough one, but you learn from your mistakes!

[@sinceer112]

Have you ever thought of making a template of your contract to give to your loyal followers or sell?

[@Semesem_]

@@sinceer112 yep

[@FreedomLensMedia]

How do you adresss a policy for rain ?

[@Semesem_]

Most of my shoots are done indoors but if it every comes down to a rainy day situation my clients can request a rescheduling with no additional cost. I don’t make them pay extra for something they can’t control

[@FreedomLensMedia]

@@Semesem_ ok thanks. Bc this is something I am working to create a policy for that

[@Semesem_]

@@FreedomLensMedia understandable. It’s always good to have

[@fromdonwithlove]

I just booked a gig recently where the client didn’t mention until after we negotiated price that I’d need to obtain a COI for the venue. In that scenario would you take it as a lesson or bill the client for the cost of the COI?

[@Semesem_]

@@fromdonwithlove for me personally it would depend on my relationship with that client. If they were newer I would most likely just pay out of pocket but make sure they knew after that.

[@Semesem_]

@@fromdonwithlove but my insurance coverages aren’t pricey at all so I wouldn’t mind paying anyway

[@fromdonwithlove]

@@Semesem_ thanks. It was a newer client that might send me a lot of work and I paid for it this time. The coverage I landed on wasn’t that expensive.

[@ballcapcameraman]

I would add it to the overall cost (unless it doesn't cost you anything) since they asked for it after the negotiated price and it's not normal.

[@twistedcompositionstudios]

Keep the videos my man they’ve helped me with my photo/video business a great deal. I’ll definitely lock in when you’re able to make the LLC video🫡

[@Semesem_]

@@twistedcompositionstudios it’s going to be my next one for sure

[@gregallen1]

Keepin it a buck 💯