{"id":106787,"date":"2018-11-08T06:00:24","date_gmt":"2018-11-08T12:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=106787"},"modified":"2018-11-07T12:14:30","modified_gmt":"2018-11-07T18:14:30","slug":"start-your-own-video-production-company","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/start-your-own-video-production-company\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Things You Need to Start Your Own Video Production Company"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ready to start your own video production company? Here are 7 things to keep in mind.<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s never been a better time to start your own video production company. The state of the industry has been in a full-blown revolution for well over a decade, and video production continues to find new avenues.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re starting small and looking to shoot solo or DIY projects, or you already have a company vision and several partners or employees lined up, here are seven essential considerations that you\u2019ll need to address to get your own video production company up and running.<\/p>\n

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1. Name and LLC<\/h3>\n

While this doesn’t have to be the first step you take (you can always gear up, find clients, and start working as an individual freelancer first), settling on a company name and filing the LLC paperwork should be your first official act of business. Choosing a name can be fun, but it can be more work than you\u2019d think. You\u2019ll need to find something clever that reflects yourself, but it also needs to be unique, and it can’t infringe on any other company\u2019s name.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a good resource to search for availability<\/a>; you may also have to search in individual states or countries. For filing your LLC, you\u2019ll have to register and incorporate your business with your local state government. This is very important, as it will ultimately protect you in case of damages or debt (but it can\u2019t save you from bad business decisions). You should also consider setting up a business bank account and insurance in your new business’s name.<\/p>\n

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2. Website<\/h3>\n
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You’ll need a website for your company. Video production websites vary in size and speciality, but having at least a simple and informative spot to share your company\u2019s work contact info is a must. From there, you can build all manner of pages covering everything from pricing to blogging.<\/p>\n

Getting started is pretty quick, easy, and cheap \u2014 especially with templates available from the major hosting companies like Wix<\/a> or Squarespace<\/a>. You can also use social video channels like Vimeo<\/a> or YouTube<\/a> as your de facto<\/em> websites when starting off. Even a strong Facebook page can help direct inquiries and potential clients your way.<\/p>\n

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3. Relevant Work<\/h3>\n

On your website, social media page, or in person, you’ll want to promote your work as an example of your production company’s capabilities. If you\u2019re just starting out, you can always use old video that you\u2019ve already shot, or you can go out and create a fresh demo video. Ideally, once you get a client and do a job, this work will be one of your best examples moving forward.<\/p>\n

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4. Find a Go-To Rental Resource<\/h3>\n
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While many will say this is an absolute necessity, it\u2019s actually very possible to start a video production company before you own your own camera. A project-by-project camera rental model is a great way to start a business if you\u2019re looking to save hard cash at the beginning. If there aren’t any brick-and-mortar rental houses in your area, you can always consider some online rental platforms like LensRentals<\/a>, BorrowLenses<\/a>, ShareGrid<\/a>, or one of these resources<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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5. A Good Base Camera<\/h3>\n

That being said, if you’re ready to invest and you’re shooting consistently, now is one of the best times to buy your camera. Not only is the mirrorless camera revolution<\/a> heating up, but prices for cameras that have just recently been outpaced by newer models or updates are dropping to very reasonable levels. Here are some great resources to check out for your starting investment:<\/p>\n