Why You’re Underpaid (And What Top Filmmakers Do Differently) | Unfold EP. 22
Send us a textIf you’re stuck trying to level up from low-budget gigs or can’t seem to land the kind of work you actually want to do—this episode is for you. We break down the real steps filmmakers need to take to build a portfolio that attracts high-paying clients. We walk through the mindset shift from waiting to be chosen to actively reverse-engineering your dream career. You’ll learn how to use spec work strategically, how to find your creative voice, and why packaging and positioning matter more than ever in 2025. Plus, we unpack common pricing mistakes and how to finally get paid what you’re worth.The Pitch To Paid Challenge - the live 5 day coaching experience:https://pitchtopaidchallenge.com/ Our FREE Filmmaking Production Resources here: https://setmemory.store/collections/free Follow Us! Tenfold Production YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlS5lNyqTiAsfJC6jrvtnw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldproduction/ Tenfold Filmmaker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvGUKb57q6Nvx37QHvQd5Qg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldfilmmaker/ Website: https://www.tenfoldproduction.com/ Newsletter: https://www.tenfoldfilmmaker.com/ Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasondam/ Follow Hwanjoe: https://www.instagram.com/hwanjoe.yu/
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Stuck in Low Budget Work? Here’s How I Got Out | Unfold EP. 21
Send us a textStuck doing $500 gigs that drain your time, energy, and creativity?In this episode, we break down how we finally broke out of the low-budget loop that held back my filmmaking career for years. If you're a DP, director, or creator who feels overworked and underpaid, this video walks you through the exact mindset shifts, client strategies, and work habits that helped us transition into bigger commercial projects—with better pay, more creative control, and clients we actually wanted to work with.The Pitch To Paid Challenge - the live 5 day coaching experience:https://pitchtopaidchallenge.com/ Our FREE Filmmaking Production Resources here: https://setmemory.store/collections/free Follow Us! Tenfold Production YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlS5lNyqTiAsfJC6jrvtnw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldproduction/ Tenfold Filmmaker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvGUKb57q6Nvx37QHvQd5Qg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldfilmmaker/ Website: https://www.tenfoldproduction.com/ Newsletter: https://www.tenfoldfilmmaker.com/ Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasondam/ Follow Hwanjoe: https://www.instagram.com/hwanjoe.yu/
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What They Don’t Tell You About Directing Commercials | Unfold EP. 20
Send us a textYou planned the shoot, assembled the crew, locked the location—but what really happens when you finally step on set? In this episode of the Unfold Podcast, we sit down with Hwanjoe to unpack the entire shoot day of his latest spec commercial. From last-minute weather changes to unexpected pivots, we break down everything that went right (and wrong) during production. Jason and Hwanjoe dive into what it actually takes to lead a set, manage a crew, direct non-actors, and stay adaptable when things go off-script.The Pitch To Paid Challenge - the live 5 day coaching experience:https://pitchtopaidchallenge.com/ Our FREE Filmmaking Production Resources here: https://setmemory.store/collections/free Follow Us! Tenfold Production YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlS5lNyqTiAsfJC6jrvtnw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldproduction/ Tenfold Filmmaker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvGUKb57q6Nvx37QHvQd5Qg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldfilmmaker/ Website: https://www.tenfoldproduction.com/ Newsletter: https://www.tenfoldfilmmaker.com/ Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasondam/ Follow Hwanjoe: https://www.instagram.com/hwanjoe.yu/
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WATCH THIS Before Starting a Production Company | Unfold EP. 19
Send us a textThinking about turning your freelance video work into a full-blown production company? In this episode, we break down the biggest differences between working solo and building a scalable creative business. From understanding sales and branding, to finding the right clients, building a network, and knowing when to say no — this is the roadmap we wish we had when we started.Whether you're a solo videographer looking to level up, or an aspiring commercial director trying to break into bigger projects, this episode lays out the realities (and myths) of running a successful video production company in 2025.The Pitch To Paid Challenge - the live 5 day coaching experience:https://pitchtopaidchallenge.com/ Our FREE Filmmaking Production Resources here: https://setmemory.store/collections/free Follow Us! Tenfold Production YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlS5lNyqTiAsfJC6jrvtnw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldproduction/ Tenfold Filmmaker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvGUKb57q6Nvx37QHvQd5Qg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldfilmmaker/ Website: https://www.tenfoldproduction.com/ Newsletter: https://www.tenfoldfilmmaker.com/ Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasondam/ Follow Hwanjoe: https://www.instagram.com/hwanjoe.yu/
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How To Say NO To A Job Even When You REALLY Need The Money | Unfold EP. 18
Send us a textWhen you’re early in your creative career, every project feels like an opportunity — but taking the wrong jobs can actually slow your growth, drain your energy, and damage your reputation. In this episode, we dive deep into the hard lessons we learned by saying "yes" too often, the hidden costs of bad clients, and why niching down can fast-track your career.We also break down whether it's smarter to stay freelance or work full-time, how to know when to pivot, and why finding mentorship can shortcut years of trial and error.If you're serious about growing a sustainable creative business, getting better clients, and building a career you're proud of, this episode is for you.The Pitch To Paid Challenge - the live 5 day coaching experience:https://pitchtopaidchallenge.com/ Our FREE Filmmaking Production Resources here: https://setmemory.store/collections/free Follow Us! Tenfold Production YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlS5lNyqTiAsfJC6jrvtnw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldproduction/ Tenfold Filmmaker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvGUKb57q6Nvx37QHvQd5Qg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenfoldfilmmaker/ Website: https://www.tenfoldproduction.com/ Newsletter: https://www.tenfoldfilmmaker.com/ Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasondam/ Follow Hwanjoe: https://www.instagram.com/hwanjoe.yu/
Follow Jason and Hwanjoe from Tenfold Production as they give listeners a behind-the-scenes insight into the commercial production industry. From technical skills to business and branding, find out what exactly it takes to be a creative in today's filmmaking industry.
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