Coda Podcast - For Wedding Filmmakers

What do couples actually want when they’re booking a wedding filmmaker?In this episode of the Coda Podcast, I speak with three filmmakers who’ve recently planned their own weddings—giving us a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how couples choose their suppliers.We break down what makes a business stand out, what turns couples off, and how you can improve your films, website, and delivery to convert more enquiries into bookings. Guests: https://adamwingfilms.com`https://www.danielwatsonfilm.com https://www.tinboxmemories.co.uk Host: https://roo-films.com Coda: https://coda-conference.com💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & ConnectJoin an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:https://members.coda-conference.com🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography MasterclassCheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 offhttps://roo-films.com/course📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain✂️Outsource Your Editing Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more https://bridengroom.video/coda/ 🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free SongsTake your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial💨 RooDogs & Yeti StrapsCustom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphoneshttps://roo-films.com/shop/

In just 3 years Scott Mackenzie has completely transformed his business. He has gone from shooting 70+ local weddings a year for £1700, to shooting glamorous destination weddings across Europe with budgets of £5000+ In this podcast we discuss how he was able to pull off this drastic change in his business and the power of collaboration to maximise creativity💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & ConnectJoin an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:https://members.coda-conference.com🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography MasterclassCheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 offhttps://roo-films.com/course📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain✂️Outsource Your Editing Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more https://bridengroom.video/coda/ 🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free SongsTake your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial💨 RooDogs & Yeti StrapsCustom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphoneshttps://roo-films.com/shop/

Sean from Sean Elliot Photography books and shoots 100 weddings a year - solo. On top of that, his small team handles another 30+ weddings annually, In this conversation, we break down how that’s even possible.We talk about the systems and strategies that allow him to consistently book at a strong price point, the power of building genuine relationships with venues, why he insists on an in-person consultation with every single couple before they book… and how mastering delegation has allowed his company to scale without sacrificing quality. Guest: https://seanelliottphotography.co.ukHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & ConnectJoin an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:https://members.coda-conference.com🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography MasterclassCheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 offhttps://roo-films.com/course📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain✂️Outsource Your Editing Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more https://bridengroom.video/coda/ 🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free SongsTake your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial💨 RooDogs & Yeti StrapsCustom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphoneshttps://roo-films.com/shop/

In this special episode, I’m joined by the founders of the British Wedding Film Festival, Joce, Jeff, Laura and Pete.Fresh from their inaugural event, we unpack what really happened behind the scenes - the judging process, the feedback from filmmakers, and the big changes already planned for next year.Guest: https://www.britishweddingfilmfestival.com/Host: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & ConnectJoin an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:https://members.coda-conference.com🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography MasterclassCheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 offhttps://roo-films.com/course📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain✂️Outsource Your Editing Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more https://bridengroom.video/coda/ 🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free SongsTake your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial💨 RooDogs & Yeti StrapsCustom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphoneshttps://roo-films.com/shop/💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkouthttps://hedge.co/products/offshoot

With over 4.5k followers, 567 posts, and Reels reaching over a million views, Instagram was a huge part of Arran’s business visibility. And then he quit.In this episode, we talk honestly about why he stepped away, the impact it’s had, and how he’s ensuring his wedding filmmaking business continues to grow without relying on the algorithm.Guest: https://arrankenny.co.ukHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & ConnectJoin an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:https://members.coda-conference.com🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography MasterclassCheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 offhttps://roo-films.com/course📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain✂️Outsource Your Editing Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more https://bridengroom.video/coda/ 🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free SongsTake your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial💨 RooDogs & Yeti StrapsCustom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphoneshttps://roo-films.com/shop/💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkouthttps://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Today on the Coda Podcast I’m joined by Chris Spice from Spice Wedding Films — a filmmaker known for his joyful, honest and heartfelt approach to capturing weddings.In this episode, we dive into how Chris found his voice as a wedding filmmaker, the surprising contradiction of manufacturing moments in order to capture footage that still feels completely natural, and why simplifying the client journey can transform the experience for both you and your couples.He also shares the story of a client from hell that prompted him to create the wedding videographer Super Contract that can help videographers protect their creativity, set expectations, and keep their business running smoothly.This one’s packed with practical insight and real talk about filmmaking, storytelling and running a professional wedding-film business.Guest: https://www.spiceweddingfilms.comHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & ConnectJoin an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:https://members.coda-conference.com🎬 50% Off The Ultimate Wedding Videography MasterclassCheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, currently 50% off for a limited time:https://roo-films.com/course📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain✂️Outsource Your Editing Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more https://bridengroom.video/coda/ 🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free SongsTake your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial💨 RooDogs & Yeti StrapsCustom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphoneshttps://roo-films.com/shop/💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkouthttps://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Welcome to the very first episode of Coda Chats — a new, more relaxed corner of the Coda Podcast where we strip away the tech talk and have real, honest conversations about life as wedding filmmakers.For this debut episode, I’m joined by Becky Thompson and Becky Kinross, amazing filmmakers and also the duo behind The Becky Sessions podcast.Together, we dive into the realities of navigating parenthood while self-employed, our collective thoughts on the rise of content creators, and why the world of wedding filmmaking still seems to be so heavily dominated by men. We also explore the very different experiences male and female filmmakers can have on a wedding day — plus plenty more fascinating, funny, and honest insights along the way.This episode sets the tone for what Coda Chats is all about: real people, real experiences, and the conversations we all need to be having in our industry.Guests: https://thompsonweddingfilms.co.uk & https://www.filmsaboutlove.co.ukHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & ConnectJoin an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:https://members.coda-conference.com🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography MasterclassCheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 offhttps://roo-films.com/course📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain✂️Outsource Your Editing Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more https://bridengroom.video/coda/ 🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free SongsTake your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial💨 RooDogs & Yeti StrapsCustom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphoneshttps://roo-films.com/shop/💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkouthttps://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Today on the Coda Podcast, I’m joined by Kurtis Smith of K.Smith Films — a filmmaker who blends pure creativity with serious technical craft.While Kurtis creates high-energy short-form content that lights up his social feeds, his true masterpieces are his long-form wedding films. These are immersive, emotionally rich stories built with intention — shaped by his background as a musician and his ability to craft intricate, sound scores that give his work a signature depth and rhythm.In this episode, we break down how Kurtis approaches both ends of the spectrum — from punchy, viral-ready short form to the expansive long-form edits he’s become known for. And we even dive into how he managed to pull off a same-day edit at a wedding — the planning, the pressure, and the creative chaos behind it.Guest: https://ksmithfilms.co.ukHost: https://roo-films.comCoda: https://coda-conference.com💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & ConnectJoin an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:https://members.coda-conference.com🏆 British Wedding Film FestivalSubmissions are now open for the British Wedding Film Festival.This is your chance to showcase your creative talent and celebrate the art of wedding filmmaking. https://www.britishweddingfilmfestival.com🎬 50% off The Ultimate Wedding Videography MasterclassCheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, currently 50% offhttps://roo-films.com/course📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain✂️Outsource Your Editing Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more https://bridengroom.video/coda/🎧 Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free SongsTake your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial💨 RooDogs & Yeti StrapsCustom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphoneshttps://roo-films.com/shop/