What Wedding Videos taught me about Filmmaking
Insights with Victor Hughes
In this episode of The Honest Filmmaker Podcast, Jim chats with filmmaker and podcaster Victor Hughes as he explains What Wedding Videos taught me about Filmmaking. Vic makes a living shooting and editing wedding videos, commercials, and music videos while also hosting the Psychocinematicpodcast. Recently, he directed his first short film, Desert Trip. We discuss how filming weddings has influenced his filmmaking style, the challenges of the wedding industry, and the valuable skills he’s gained along the way.
The Business of Wedding Videography: Stressful but Lucrative?
Shooting weddings is one of the most high-pressure forms of filmmaking, but it can also be a great way for aspiring filmmakers to earn a living. Vic shares his experience capturing people’s most important day and explains why wedding videos can be a smart entry point for those fresh out of film school.
What Wedding Videos taught me about Filmmaking
Filming weddings requires adaptability, quick decision-making, and strong editing skills—all essential for narrative filmmaking. Vic discusses what he’s learned from shooting weddings and how those lessons have influenced his approach to directing and storytelling.
Financing an Indie Short: Behind the Scenes of Desert Trip
Vic recently shot his first short film, Desert Trip, and shares how he managed to finance and produce it. We discuss the challenges of indie filmmaking, finding funding, and the lessons he learned from the process. If you’re thinking of making a short film, this segment is full of helpful insights.
The Psychocinematic Podcast & Insights from Filmmaking Pros
As the host of Psychocinematic, Vic interviews filmmakers and explores the craft of storytelling. We talk about his favorite guests, the common traits of successful filmmakers, and the advice he’s gathered from industry pros. If you’re looking for inspiration and filmmaking wisdom, this episode has plenty to offer!
More about Vic’s podcast – Psychocinematic Podcast
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