7 Videographer Success Stories [2024]

Updated: November 19th, 2023
Become A Videographer

A videographer uses his video camera to record footage for different events.

Examples of events where videographers are common include weddings, documentaries, training videos, commercials, TV shows, infomercials, live events, corporate promotions, etc. Videographers are not only responsible for operating the camera. They must have the skills required for the production of a video, which includes the following:

  • Lighting
  • Sound
  • Maintenance
  • Equipment repair
  • Video editing

To become a videographer, pursue a videography education, and attend internships to gain experience. Build a portfolio, so your target audience finds you online and starts hiring your services.

Here are some real life success stories of starting a videographer:

1. Kairos Digital ($780K/year)

Kairos Digital, a marketing agency specializing in clear messaging for businesses, was founded by two brothers who saw a need for their services. With over $230,000 in sales in 2020 and a focus on ongoing retainer marketing work, the agency is poised for continued growth. Through their own sales funnel and digital advertising strategies, they attract and retain customers while prioritizing quality and strong ROI.

How much they make: $780K/year
How much did it cost to start: $50K
Current team size: 5

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How I Started An $18K/Month Digital Marketing And Websites Business

Two brothers started Kairos Digital, a marketing agency that focuses on clear messaging, and closed out 2020 with over $230,000 in sales, utilizing retainer marketing work as their most profitable kind of service, and utilizing WordPress, Asana, Quickbooks, and Google Ads for their operations.

About
Stephen started Kairos Digital over 4 years ago
Revenue
Stephen grew the business to $65K/month
Costs
It cost Stephen $50000 to start the business
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2. ANTHONYKDO INC ($120K/year)

Anthony's passion for filming and moving led him to create films that were appreciated by his audience. As he gained more recognition, he started receiving requests to create films for others. After his first successful client project, he was convinced of his entrepreneurial potential.

How much they make: $120K/year
Current team size: 0

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How I Make $120K/Year As A Travel Filmmaker And Photographer

A nomadic Canadian filmmaker started their creative business six years ago and now has over two dozen loyal clients scattered across six different countries, earning between $7000-15000/month, with a website built on WIX and no traditional marketing approach, relying on word of mouth and social media, they operate like an agency these days aiming for more meaningful work.

About
Anthony started ANTHONYKDO INC over 6 years ago
Revenue
Anthony grew the business to $10K/month
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So... can you actually make money with a videographer?

Of course. There are millions to be made in this industry.

But how?

  1. Research real, profitable businesses and see exactly how much money they make.
  2. Study exactly what works, and what doesn’t.
  3. Take action, because now you have the roadmap.

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3. Results Imagery ($1.32M/year)

Co-founders Kyle Nelson and Eli Libby came up with the idea for Results Imagery after realizing the importance of high-quality media in the eCommerce industry. With their backgrounds in media and eCommerce, they fused their expertise to create a digital agency focused on providing conversion-centric media solutions for brands and product companies. Since their launch, they have found success in search advertising and have expanded their client base to include eCommerce sellers, online retailers, and marketing agencies. With a monthly revenue of $45,000, the future looks bright for Results Imagery as they continue to focus on key partnerships and monthly retainer clients.

How much they make: $1.32M/year
Current team size: 8

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How We Started A $45K/Month Product Photography And Video Company

Results Imagery co-founders Kyle Nelson and Eli Libby launched their digital agency that focused solely on media creation for brands and product companies, helping clients monetize their conversion-centric media, with their current monthly revenue at $45,000.

About
Kyle started Results Imagery almost 7 years ago
Revenue
Kyle grew the business to $110K/month
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4. Course Creator Pro ($3M/year)

How much they make: $3M/year
Current team size:

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How I Make 7 Figures Selling Online Courses

Course Creator Pro teaches practical marketing solutions across various domains to create rapid business growth, with student success stories generating thousands in revenue in less than 24 hours.

Revenue
They grew the business to $250K/month
Read by 858 founders

So... can you actually make money with a videographer?

Of course. There are millions to be made in this industry.

But how?

  1. Research real, profitable businesses and see exactly how much money they make.
  2. Study exactly what works, and what doesn’t.
  3. Take action, because now you have the roadmap.

Join Starter Story and build your next big thing:

Start Now