Wedding Crashers

This week we sit down with two of our favorite humans — Carmela Joy Photography and Sancho Films — to talk about what it’s actually like to run photo + video as an engaged couple.We unpack:The pros and growing pains of working togetherWhy keeping separate brands might be the cheat codeThe truth about destination weddings (it’s not all glam)Travel fatigue, jet lag, and why cardio suddenly mattersAnd what happens when wedding vendors become the couple planning their own Tuscany weddingIf you’ve ever thought about building a business with your spouse… or romanticized traveling the world for weddings… this one’s for you.Show NotesCarmela Joy Photography – @carmelajoyphotographySancho Films – @sanchofilmsCarmela + Jacob travel page: @carmelaplusjacobSponsor: Bride & Groom Video – Code CRASHERS100 for $100 offJoin the free Skool: skool.com/weddingcrashersCrashout Tour Episode 2 waitlist: theweddingcrashers.coFollow us: @weddingcrashers.co

We’re back with good audio (you’re welcome) and some wild momentum—$110,000 in weddings booked in January and February is already looking even crazier. We break down why that matters (especially in “soft season”), what it changes for spring/summer cash flow, and how we’re helping filmmakers do the same inside the Sell More Weddings Mastermind.Then we go deeper: the entrepreneur brain—why it never shuts off, why it can feel like a blessing and a curse, and what it takes to push through the emotional roller coaster of building something real. We also answer a big question: how long does it take to get established in wedding films if you’re starting from zero—and we lay out a simple roadmap to accelerate the timeline.Also: shoutout to our exclusive editing partners Bride & Groom Video for keeping the quality high without us losing our minds.Join the free Skool: skool.com/weddingcrashersSell More Weddings Mastermind (limited to 10) — starts Feb 18Sponsor: Bride & Groom Video — use code CRASHERS100 for $100 off your first editWebsite: theweddingcrashers.coInstagram: @weddingcrashers.co

Most couples decide if they trust you before they ever hit your contact form. This episode is about turning that invisible trust into actual bookings — without sounding like a greasy salesman.We break down the three places filmmakers lose weddings: what you’re doing before the inquiry, how to run a sales call without making it awkward, and why panic-discounting after the call is basically sales breath. We also talk about how we booked about $110K in January, why branding matters more than you think, and how to sell weddings without selling your soul.SHOW NOTESWedding Crashers community (free): https://skool.com/weddingcrashersSummer Weddings Mastermind → inside the Classroom tabSponsor: Bride & Groom Video — https://bridengroom.videoCode: CRASHERS100 ($100 off)Book mentioned: Building a StoryBrand — Donald Miller

In this episode, we take on the full Hot Ones challenge—every sauce, every level of heat—while answering real questions about filmmaking, weddings, and life in the industry.As the spice ramps up, so does the honesty. We talk childhood influences, alternate careers, emotional wedding moments, brutal behind-the-scenes stories, and truths about the wedding industry most people never see. Somewhere between Da Bomb and The Last Dab, things get very real… and very painful.This one’s chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly meaningful—exactly how we like it.Show Notes🎬 Bride & Groom Video – Exclusive Wedding Crashers editing partnerUse code CRASHERS100 for $100 off your first edit👉 https://bridengroom.video🌶️ Hot Ones Challenge – All sauces featured in this episode🧠 Wedding Crashers Mastermind4-week sales & booking intensiveStarts February 18👉 https://www.theweddingcrashers.co📸 Follow us on Instagram: @weddingcrashers.co

SubtitleWhy bigger isn’t better, social media messes with expectations, and our real job is telling the truth of the day—not the Instagram version.Episode DescriptionA potential client tells Kyle he’s “overqualified”—and instead of brushing it off, it opens the door to a deeper conversation. In this episode, we talk about the quiet insecurity a lot of couples feel when they compare their wedding to what they see online. We unpack how social media warps expectations, why intimacy often carries more weight than grandeur, and what our real responsibility is as filmmakers. At the end of the day, it’s not about how big the wedding is—it’s about capturing the spirit of the day and the people who made it meaningful.Show NotesBride & Groom Video (exclusive editing partners): https://bridengroom.videoUse code CRASHERS100 for $100 offWedding Crashers website: https://www.theweddingcrashers.coInstagram: @weddingcrashers.co

Why half-commitment keeps entrepreneurs stuck—and what finally changes when you choose one thing.In Episode 12, Camryn and Kyle unpack their real quitting stories—the messy, emotional, multi-year journey of trying to hold onto security while chasing something meaningful. From nursing, pest control, IV businesses, and window cleaning to wedding filmmaking, they break down what happens when you split your focus… and what finally clicks when you stop hedging and go all-in.This isn’t a motivational highlight reel. It’s the uncomfortable middle most entrepreneurs live in—and the hard truth that clarity usually comes after you let go, not before.Show Notes 📝• Wedding Crashers Websitehttps://www.theweddingcrashers.co• Wedding Crashers Instagram@weddingcrashers.co• Bride & Groom VideoWebsite: https://bridengroom.videoDiscount code: CRASHERS100• Jim Carrey Graduation SpeechReferenced in the episode(Search: Jim Carrey graduation speech “you can fail at what you don’t want”)

Episode 11 tackles one of the most common problems the guys see in mentorships: confidence vs self-doubt — and how easy it is to get trapped on either extreme.Kyle and Camryn break down why newer filmmakers feel overwhelmed right now: more styles, more “rules,” more opinions, and a constant stream of comparison that makes people second-guess work that’s objectively solid.They talk through the difference between technical confidence (settings, exposure, editing, lighting) and identity confidence (knowing what you’re delivering and why you believe in it). They also call out a hard truth: the market is always talking, and 2024 proved it — sometimes the smartest move isn’t “hold firm no matter what,” it’s staying in the game, staying booked, and staying humble without tying your worth to a single number.The core takeaway is simple: filmmakers don’t need to invent a brand-new style to deserve their pricing. They need to find what feels self-fulfilling, shape it into something consistent, and let the right clients resonate with it. Confidence gets built when the work feels like them — and when they stop letting every outside voice rewrite what they already know is good.Show Notes (links only — per your rule)Bride & Groom Video (Editing Partner): https://bridengroom.videoWedding Crashers website (Mastermind info mentioned): https://theweddingcrashers.coBook mentioned: Steal Like an Artist (Austin Kleon): https://austinkleon.com/steal/Podcast mentioned: How to Film Weddings: https://howtofilmweddings.com/

Episode 10 is a behind-the-scenes look at what “leveling up” actually looks like when it’s not just talk. Kyle and Camryn walk through a Cabo destination wedding that forced them to run tighter comms, move smarter, and take a creative risk that could’ve gone sideways fast. The conversation hits the stuff that actually matters: building trust with a couple who’s nervous, making the day feel easy even when it’s not, and using every tool you’ve got—without turning the film into a gimmick-fest. The takeaway is simple: every wedding deserves your best, not just the fancy ones.Show NotesBride & Groom VideoOfficial editing partner of Wedding CrashersWebsite: https://bridengroom.videoDiscount code: CRASHERS100 ($100 off your first order)

Boomer – Multiply SoundSound design education + creator of the Alignment Experience.Jacob – Sancho FilmsCreativity keynote speaker and filmmaker behind Sancho Films.Carmela Joy PhotographyRetreat planning, logistics, and behind-the-scenes execution.John Bunn – Shifting Focus PodcastBusiness education + framework for getting out of the middle market.Bride & Groom VideoWedding Crashers’ trusted editing partner.Code: CRASHERS100 — $100 off your first orderhttps://brideandgroom.video

This week, we're talking:Why delivering an experience trumps delivering just a good videoThe Italy wedding that pushed Kyle’s directing to the next levelCamryn’s new standard: give a $10,000 experience every time (even when they don’t pay it — yet)How to stay creative when burnout creeps inWhy teasers matter way more than you thinkThat moment when your bride calls just to say thank you — before you’ve even delivered the full filmAnd the mindset shift that could literally change your whole business💡Whether you’re drowning in edits or riding a creative high, this one will hit.

📓 Show Notes00:00 – Intro banter & setting the scene05:12 – The difference between documenting and storytelling09:35 – Why “pretty” doesn’t always mean “memorable”14:20 – Trusting your intuition on wedding day20:00 – Editing for emotion vs. editing for clout24:44 – Camryn’s turning point: A film he made that felt right30:18 – Kyle on over-shooting and losing the story35:10 – The legacy mindset: making films for 20 years from now41:05 – Practical ways to film less but capture more45:00 – Final thoughts: make something worth coming back to

Topics covered: Why making connections isn’t enough without a strong foundationWhat “planting seeds” really looks like in the wedding industryThe shift from being reactive to intentional on wedding daysHow Carmela shaped Jacob’s career (and why everyone needs a Mel)Finding your true creative voice — even after years of shootingThe real reason you’re burnt out (hint: it's not just the workload)Why executing consistently trumps having perfect style Guests: 🎥 Jacob Sanchez (@Sanchofilms) 🔗 Links & Mentions 🎓 Join our free Skool community: skool.com/weddingcrashers🏕️ Get your Crashout Tour ticket (Nov 17–20, Arch Cape, OR): theweddingcrashers.co🎤 Guest Educators:@johnbunn_ (Shifting Focus Podcast)

What we talk about in this episode:Quitting careers for creativity: The risks & realitiesWhat it’s really like to work from home with kidsWhy the drive to create never shuts off — even during paternity leaveThe role of pressure in building something meaningfulShoutouts to the spouses and support systems behind it allWhy entrepreneurship and parenthood go hand-in-hand👶 Whether you're a parent, a future parent, or just building something that matters — we see you.

🎧 In this episode, you'll hear: How to stand out as a wedding filmmaker (without chasing every trend)The danger of creating just to “go viral”Camryn and Kyle’s mindset around consistency > viralityWhat planners and clients actually remember about youHow your edits, energy, and on-day presence affect your brandWhy “doing it all” is not the same as standing outWhat makes a brand magnetic vs. forgettableHow to attract the clients who already love your vibe 🔥 Also in this episode: The power of “boring business things” like fast replies and being easy to work withA behind-the-scenes look at brand loyalty and long-term trustCamryn’s take on why showing up well matters just as much as your final videoA surprise retreat giveaway announcement (don’t miss it) 🎁 CRASHOUT TOUR RETREAT GIVEAWAY We’re giving away 1 FREE ticket to the Crash Out Tour in Arch Cape, Oregon — happening Nov 17–20, 2025. This 4-day retreat includes lodging, meals, styled shoots, top-notch education, and intimate time with speakers like: 🎤 John Bunn (Shifting Focus, formerly How To Film Weddings)🎤 Boomer Bate (Multiply Sound / The Alignment Experience) TO ENTER: Join the Skool community → skool.com/weddingcrashersIntroduce yourself in a post with:Your nameWhere you’re basedHow long you’ve been filmingSomething you're working on or excited about this year Winner announced inside the community soon! 🔗 Links & Mentions 🎓 Join the Skool Community: skool.com/weddingcrashers🌐 Retreat Info & Website: theweddingcrashers.co✂️ Editing Partner: brideandgroom.video – Use code CRASHERS100 for $100 off your first edit📊 Mentioned Tool for Website Recording: fullstory.com

In this episode, we cover:The myth of “overnight success” in luxury wedding filmmakingWhy your mindset is more valuable than your gearHow to handle pressure at high-end weddingsLearning to grow at your own pace (without bitterness)The real reason connections matter more than styleHow to show up and deliver, regardless of your rateBeing easy to work with = your unfair advantageRecognizing opportunities and rising to the momentThe slow burn of progress and how to embrace itWhat it really means to “level up”PLUS:Behind the scenes on pricing strategyTales of mistakes, lessons, and wedding day pressureWhy “the product” isn’t everything — your energy matters more🔗Links & Mentions: Our Skool Community (Free to Join): skool.com/weddingcrashersWebsite + Retreat Info: theweddingcrashers.coFollow us on Instagram: @weddingcrashers.coOutsourcing Editors We Trust: brideandgroom.videoUse CRASHERS100 for $100 off your first edit!

🎙 In This Episode: Leaving safe careers to go full-time as filmmakersThe creative rut that almost made us stallWhy “different” doesn’t mean “wrong”Balancing client expectations with personal growthHow one risky teaser unlocked a whole new businessEncouragement for filmmakers feeling stuck or burnt out 💬 Notable Quotes: "You don’t know what you don’t know… until you know it." "Your footage is yours — shape it into something you're proud of." "Success doesn’t mean going viral. It means making something you love." 👥 Join the Free Community: Share work, get feedback, and grow alongside other filmmakers 👉 https://www.skool.com/weddingcrashers/about?ref=c6c10e9179474fe3ab0d005b2e7f02eb 🔥 Crashout Tour: Oregon Retreat (Nov 17–20) Styled shoots, education, creative inspiration, and a beach bonfire or two 👉 https://theweddingcrashers.co/ 📲 Follow on Instagram: → @weddingcrashers.co 🌐 Visit the Website: → https://theweddingcrashers.co