Today on the Coda Podcast, I’m joined by Kurtis Smith of K.Smith Films — a filmmaker who blends pure creativity with serious technical craft.

While Kurtis creates high-energy short-form content that lights up his social feeds, his true masterpieces are his long-form wedding films. These are immersive, emotionally rich stories built with intention — shaped by his background as a musician and his ability to craft intricate, sound scores that give his work a signature depth and rhythm.

In this episode, we break down how Kurtis approaches both ends of the spectrum — from punchy, viral-ready short form to the expansive long-form edits he’s become known for. And we even dive into how he managed to pull off a same-day edit at a wedding — the planning, the pressure, and the creative chaos behind it.

Guest: https://ksmithfilms.co.uk

Host: https://roo-films.com

Coda: https://coda-conference.com

💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & Connect

Join an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:

https://members.coda-conference.com

🏆 British Wedding Film Festival

Submissions are now open for the British Wedding Film Festival.

This is your chance to showcase your creative talent and celebrate the art of wedding filmmaking.

https://www.britishweddingfilmfestival.com

🎬 50% off The Ultimate Wedding Videography Masterclass

Cheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, currently 50% off

https://roo-films.com/course

📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:

https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain

✂️Outsource Your Editing

Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more

https://bridengroom.video/coda/

🎧 Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free Songs

Take your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:

https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial

💨 RooDogs & Yeti Straps

Custom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphones

https://roo-films.com/shop/

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Luxury weddings, global travel and a brand that feels as refined as the weddings he films — that’s what Jake has built with Jake Burgess Films, and it hasn’t happened by accident.

In this conversation, we break down the power of curation, collaboration and networking, how working with the right people can fast-track your brand into the luxury market.

A seasoned destination shooter Jake gives us his top tips for travelling and shooting abroad — and we also dive into the corporate videography side of his business that allows him to avoid the seasonality of income associated with weddings.

Guest: https://www.jakeburgessfilms.co.uk

Host: https://roo-films.com

Coda: https://coda-conference.com

💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & Connect

Join an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:

https://members.coda-conference.com

🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography Masterclass

Cheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 off

https://roo-films.com/course

📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:

https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain

✂️Outsource Your Editing

Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more

https://bridengroom.video/coda/

🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free Songs

Take your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:

https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial

💨 RooDogs & Yeti Straps

Custom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphones

https://roo-films.com/shop/

💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkout

https://hedge.co/products/offshoot

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90 weddings a year, that is what Jon from Top Table Films has been consistently shooting for many years now and this isn’t a volume brand. Jon delivers stunning, high-quality films at an incredible price point building an absolute powerhouse of a wedding filmmaking business.

In this conversation we discuss the processes he has in place in terms of shooting, editing and backing up to be able to achieve such a feat. And how with no real marketing spend he is able to book so many weddings.

Guest: https://www.toptablefilms.co.uk

Host: https://roo-films.com

Coda: https://coda-conference.com

💡 Coda Membership - Learn, Grow & Connect

Join an annual membership created for wedding filmmakers who want to keep learning, stay inspired and be part of a supportive community all year round. Get access to online masterclasses, workshops, past conference talks and priority conference tickets:

https://members.coda-conference.com

🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography Masterclass

Cheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 off

https://roo-films.com/course

📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:

https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain

✂️Outsource Your Editing

Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more

https://bridengroom.video/coda/

🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free Songs

Take your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:

https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial

💨 RooDogs & Yeti Straps

Custom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphones

https://roo-films.com/shop/

💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkout

https://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Steve Ringrose — the director of Blue Ridge Films and the inventor of the MicMag.

With over 12 years of wedding filmmaking experience, Steve has witnessed huge changes in the industry and successfully evolved his business and style to stay ahead of the curve.

In this open and honest conversation, Steve shares the bold steps he’s taken to adapt to the current downturn in the wedding industry, why leaving your ego at the door is essential for long-term success, and how a simple idea he had in the shower turned into the MicMag — a fast-selling product that helps filmmakers discreetly hide TX650 microphones.

This is a brilliant episode for anyone looking to innovate, adapt, and thrive in the ever-changing world of wedding filmmaking.

Guest: https://www.blueridge-weddings.com & https://micmag.store

Host: https://roo-films.com

Coda: https://coda-conference.com

🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography Masterclass

Cheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 off

https://roo-films.com/course

📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:

https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain

✂️Outsource Your EditingFree up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or morehttps://bridengroom.video/coda/

🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free Songs

Take your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:

https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial

💨 RooDogs & Yeti Straps

Custom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphones

https://roo-films.com/shop/

💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkout

https://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russell is an absolute powerhouse, effortlessly juggling multiple projects within his business while still delivering breathtaking work every time.

In this in-depth conversation, we dive into everything from how he directs his couples to achieve those signature, cinematic portraits, to the innovative way he structures his packages for maximum creativity and a stress-free wedding day. We also explore his latest venture, Wedola, a brand-new CRM built specifically for videographers, designed to streamline the business side of things and give back more time for what truly matters: creating.

Guest: https://www.russellkentnicholls.com/

Host: https://roo-films.com

Coda: https://coda-conference.com

🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography Masterclass

Cheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 off

https://roo-films.com/course

📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:

https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain

✂️Outsource Your Editing

Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more

https://bridengroom.video/coda/

🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free Songs

Take your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:

https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial

💨 RooDogs & Yeti Straps

Custom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphones

https://roo-films.com/shop/

💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkout

https://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Those that attended last years Coda Conference will be well acquainted with todays guest. Bronte Woodland from TinBox memories had pretty much everyone in tears during her heartfelt presentation, it was a timely reminder of the real importance of our jobs as wedding filmmakers.

Bronte joins me today for a good old chat about a whole range of subjects including the reality of working with content creators, the value of doc edits and our mortal enemy, photography second shooters.

Guest: https://www.tinboxmemories.co.uk

Host: https://roo-films.com

Coda: https://coda-conference.com

🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography Masterclass

Cheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 off

https://roo-films.com/course

📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:

https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain

✂️Outsource Your Editing

Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more

https://bridengroom.video/coda/

🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free Songs

Take your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:

https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial

💨 RooDogs & Yeti Straps

Custom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphones

https://roo-films.com/shop/

💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkout

https://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 3 short years Katharine’s business has skyrocketed, quickly booking up every year at a great price point

We talk about how she’s blended her background in TV production with the fresh perspective of being recently married herself, allowing her to create films that truly connect with her audience on an emotional level.

We also cover the tactics and technics she employs to be able to book up fast prominently via word of mouth, the power of mentorships and the surprising impact of going viral.

It’s an episode full of practical advice and insight into the kind of filmmaking that leaves a lasting impression.

Guest: https://www.kasfilms.co.uk

Host: https://roo-films.com

Coda: https://coda-conference.com

🎬 £100 off The Ultimate Wedding Videography Masterclass

Cheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 off

https://roo-films.com/course

📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:

https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain

✂️Outsource Your Editing

Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more

https://bridengroom.video/coda/

🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free Songs

Take your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:

https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial

💨 RooDogs & Yeti Straps

Custom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphones

https://roo-films.com/shop/

💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkout

https://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jo is an incredibly talented Hybrid Shooter, she shares how she’s able to capture both stunning photographs and beautiful wedding films at the same time—without a second shooter and without compromising on quality. Her hybrid approach is thoughtful, efficient, and designed entirely around the couple’s experience.

We also dive into her decision to step back from social media and instead lean into strategies that foster genuine, word-of-mouth enquiries—building a business rooted in trust, relationships, and a lasting impact.

From editing on the go to embracing authenticity and delivering real value to her couples, this conversation is packed with insights for anyone looking to run a meaningful and sustainable creative business. Let’s dive in.

Guest: https://jogreenfield.com

Host: https://roo-films.com

Coda: https://coda-conference.com

🎬 £100 Off The Ultimate Wedding Videography Masterclass

Cheat Code is my complete wedding filmmaking course - learn to shoot, edit, and run a business that you’re proud of, use code ROO100 for £100 off

https://roo-films.com/course

📺 VidFlow the best way to deliver your Wedding Films, start your free trial today:

https://signups.vidflow.co/ref/roo-stain

✂️Outsource Your Editing

Free up your time and let Bride&Groom.video handle your editing backlog. Use CODA75 for £75 off your first order of £320 or more

https://bridengroom.video/coda/

🎧Musicbed Free Trial + 3 Free Songs

Take your wedding films to the next level with Musicbed, use the below link for a 14 day free trial with 3 free music licences:

https://fm.pxf.io/roofreetrial

💨 RooDogs & Yeti Straps

Custom made wind noise reducers and storage solutions for the Sony TX650 & 660 Microphones

https://roo-films.com/shop/

💽 10% off Offshoot the ultimate file backup manager, use code CODA10 at checkout

https://hedge.co/products/offshoot

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.