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.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.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 It ACTUALLY Takes To Land $10K Video Projects | Unfold EP. 17
Send us a textEveryone thinks they’re ready for a $10K job… until they get one. In this episode, we break down the hard lessons we learned taking on big-budget projects before we had the systems, skills, or team to handle them. From two-month coloring spirals to completely mismanaging budgets, this is a transparent look at what actually goes wrong when you get more money than you're prepared for—and how to fix it.We talk pre-production, color workflow, team building, client communication, and the real reason most filmmakers plateau. If you’ve ever said “I just need a bigger budget,” this episode is for you.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 Make Spec Work That Actually Lands Clients | Unfold EP. 16
Send us a textIn the first episode of our new mini-series, we follow Hwanjoe as he prepares for a spec commercial—with guidance from Jason. From developing the concept and pitching it to a brand, to assembling a crew and locking in pre-production—this episode pulls back the curtain on everything that happens before a single frame is shot.If you’ve ever wondered how real commercial work comes together—or what it actually takes to level up as a director—this is the episode for you.Watch as we turn a simple idea into a full production.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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The #1 Mistake Filmmakers Keep Repeating | Unfold EP. 15
Send us a textEvery filmmaker has that one project they wish they could take back. In this episode, we break down the single mistake that’s ruined more shoots than we can count: skipping pre-production. We’re unpacking the exact moment we realized we had to change how we work — and the 9-step system that saved our projects (and our sanity). Whether you're a solo shooter or scaling up to commercial work, this episode is packed with practical insights on how to never show up unprepared again.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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