Grade School: Essential Business Skills Every Colorist Needs pt. 1

Grading skills aren't the only thing that set you apart or set you up for success as a colorist. This week we're helping you round out your Colorist skills as we dive into bidding, outlining scope of work, and laying out a projects roadmap for both schedule and logistics. We'll also discuss how to ask for the right turnovers and optimize the prep process. Leverage these skills to provide your best work and build client relationships that keep new work coming into your suite on repeat.

2:47 Playing different roles in your business
4:00 Wearing the business owner hat
6:40 Giving estimates
20:00 Q: How do you set your rates if you're just getting started?
26:00 Q: Is it worth it to invest in entry level gear?
28:53 Q: Do you ever get scared you'll quote too high and scare away a client? // Defining your brand through pricing
35:00 Q: How do you deal with competition that just applies LUTs and charges way less?
37:00 Q: Should I have an LLC or S-Corp?
42:00 Q: How do you set boundaries on how many hours you work per day?
46:15 Q: Do you work remotely? What do I do if I don't have a space to bring clients to?
51:59 Q: Where do most people go to look for a colorist?
58:48 Q: How do you get footage/a reel to show potential clients if you're just starting out?

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