How to Go From Freelancer to running a Video Production Company

I've created a checklist of the exact step-by-step process I used to go from freelancing full-time to running a video production company.
Download the freelancer to video production company checklist here:

My freelancing career was inconsistent. I was either too busy or had nothing on my plate. With a video production company, I was able to create a system and processes that helped me get clients when I needed to and give a balance to my life.

I created this checklist in three phases with some time frames. I think if you follow this step by step, you can transition from freelancing to starting and running a successful video production company.

Learn the exact blueprint I used to go from a struggling videographer, to running a profitable video production business, in this one-hour free training.

[Filmmakingmentor]

Download freelancer to video production company checklist here:

[ramonbmovies]

Wow, thank you for this checklist! What I like about you is that you say what needs to be said about the industry.

[jackydang]

Hey Saj! Thank you so much for inspiring me to move forward with creating a video production business!
I would love to watch a video on how to build a relationships for repeat clients. Or how to negotiate prices! Or how to get to bigger budgets!

Currently, having trouble with letting emotions get caught up with business. I want to start increasing prices because its clear with the budgets I'm getting it is nowhere sustainable to build a business but I hate even the idea of sitting down and having that conversation with them.

You're one of the first YouTubers that actually bring the no nonsense business side of filmmaking and that's really exciting. Much love from Nashville, TN!

[RonnieQuillen]

Great perspective, figuring out what tasks to focus on and managing my time around that is what I struggled with for a long time and still do, but it's gotten better. I really had to be consistent and make the conscious decision to do what's difficult day after day. Just have to trust the process and built momentum over time.

[lonelyhomiestv]

Saj you the man!!! thank you so much you knowledge is immeasurable :)

[mitchellnurseproductions]

New to your channel and the content looks great. Just wondering if you’ve ever covered business licenses and liability/business insurance? The stuff that you may or may not need in order to legally work. I know it’s not sexy but it’s important for small businesses.

[dmnfilms]

What if I don’t want to go the production company route? At the end of the day, I still wanna be an artist and progress as a cinematographer, director, producer, writer, and in the future, get picked up for high-end commercials, music videos, TV series, Hollywood, etc. I don’t care for opening and running a production company, rather get picked up by one. What’s your take on that?
Ps: your videos have been very helpful

[zaiddagamseh]

Does running ads compare to cold calling in terms of effectiveness? Media buying can be very expensive depending on the platform

[shaybeezink]

What are some of the niche routes to take, when I hear that I mostly think of commercial marketing content and wedding videos. Can you give me some insight on some other markets you would suggest getting involved in? Also do you ever sell your footage as stock video/photography?

[AlexDiazVideo]

Any chance of a video for an in-house shooter/editor looking to transition into freelance or production company. I have years of experience shooting and editing with an ad agency, but have no experience pitching, networking, managing financials, etc.