Yes, that is right. I live in a college town (current student) and have been doing music videos/random short films in the area since my freshman year. I was linked up and asked to join this upcoming design firm (that specializes in all of the essentials for musicians/artists to get signed - basically a bridge to the next step.) I do have a natural talent (considering I'm a bio major) for film and have just learned throughout the years how to do the basics and beyond, in videography and video production. I have a Canon 60D set up (multiple lens/steadicam/tripod) but I'm still lacking a light setup and possible other things essential.) I use Sony Vegas and have been since 6th grade, so I'm very comfortable with it...not much time to learn a new software. So basically, I'm here to ask for any tips or advice that you all might have to recommend for me. I mainly will be doing music videos, so if you have experience in that field, it would be very much appreciated to share some of your expertise. I'm just trying to learn (quickly if possible) any basics that I should probably learn; Examples: Better ways of constructing a video shoot and organizing, DSLR tips and tricks, editing tips, and overall just things you've learned throughout years of experience on how to make videography easier and overall a better process.
The main thing I'm struggling with right now is how to come up with my rate system. Everyone else in the firm goes by hourly payments, but I don't really see that happening due to film ranging from locations, multiple day shootings, editing time put forth, and everything else. It's hard to just have an hourly rate when every video is different.
I may come off as a complete noob, but I actually do decent work and people are paying - I just feel like I need to formally take the time to learn the "basics" and how to arrange my rate system before taking this next step. Any advice would be very much appreciated!
The main thing I'm struggling with right now is how to come up with my rate system. Everyone else in the firm goes by hourly payments, but I don't really see that happening due to film ranging from locations, multiple day shootings, editing time put forth, and everything else. It's hard to just have an hourly rate when every video is different.
I may come off as a complete noob, but I actually do decent work and people are paying - I just feel like I need to formally take the time to learn the "basics" and how to arrange my rate system before taking this next step. Any advice would be very much appreciated!