LEVEL UP: A Wedding Photography + Videography Podcast
Ready to take your wedding photography or filmmaking business from mainstream to luxury? We are on a mission to equip YOU with the information and resources you need to scale your business into the premiere and luxury markets, where you can successfully 2-3x your prices.
Every Tuesday we invite you to tune in on conversations with Kelley and Taylor, luxury wedding cinematographers and business coaches, as we teach you what we have learned over 22+ years of combined experience in the wedding industry.
Learn the ins and outs of the luxury market, how to align your brand within it, and become fully prepared to take your business from mainstream to luxury.
In a nutshell: this is the wedding filmmaking + photography podcast for creatives striving for MORE in their businesses.
The wedding industry can be a challenging place to build a career, and we are here to help.
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LEVEL UP: A Wedding Photography + Videography Podcast
Finding Your Signature Style & Building a Standout Brand
Do you want your wedding photography brand to be instantly recognizable?
In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Christina McNeill, a San Francisco-based luxury wedding photographer, shares how she developed a signature style that attracts high-end clients and commands $25K+ per wedding.
From her art school beginnings to building a premium brand, Christina reveals why authenticity, artistic vision, and strategic branding are essential for success in the luxury market.
If you’re a wedding photographer or filmmaker looking to refine your brand, stand out in a crowded industry, and confidently charge premium rates, this episode is a must-listen!
In this episode, we cover:
✔️ How art school & editorial photography shaped Christina’s unique wedding style
✔️ Why having a signature style helps you attract high-end clients
✔️ How to balance creative freedom with client expectations
✔️ Why following trends won’t get you booked by luxury planners
✔️ The strategic steps Christina took to scale to $25K+ weddings
✔️ The importance of mentorship, networking, and continuing education
✔️ How Christina’s mentorship program (SESH) is helping photographers refine their brands
💬 How have you developed your unique style?
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Timestamps:
00:00 – 05:00 | Introduction
05:01 – 12:00 | From Art School to Weddings
12:01 – 20:00 | Finding Your Signature Style & Building a Brand
20:01 – 30:00 | Attracting Ideal Clients & Staying True to Your Art
30:01 – 40:00 | The Business of Photography & Pricing
40:01 – 44:00 | Final Thoughts
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- The Luxury Framework Course: https://thelevelupco.com/theluxuryframework
- The Luxury Pricing Mini Course: https://thelevelupco.com/reset
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