Are destination weddings the pinnacle of success? In this episode, filmmaker and creative entrepreneur Hannah McGinty pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to land and sustain destination wedding gigs. As she prepares for her first paid international wedding in Portugal, Hannah shares the years of behind-the-scenes work, strategic marketing, and personal sacrifice that made it possible. This episode challenges the aesthetic-driven pressures of the wedding industry and offers a grounded perspective on building a business that’s actually aligned with your life—not just your Instagram feed.

Whether you're dreaming of filming all over the world or wondering if you can thrive in your own city, this episode will help you redefine success on your own terms.

Key Topics Covered:

• The hidden costs and long game of booking destination weddings
• How styled shoots and strategic marketing build credibility
• Questions to ask before pursuing destination work
• The silent pressure to appear successful in the wedding industry
• Why sustainability and alignment matter more than location
• How to market yourself without losing sight of what really matters

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If you're a wedding videographer trying to stand out in a crowded market, content marketing rooted in storytelling is your superpower. In this episode, Jese Gary sits down with filmmaker and creative entrepreneur Hannah McGinty to explore how wedding videographers can use intentional, story-led content to grow their brand, attract aligned couples, and convert followers into clients. From behind-the-scenes footage to educational posts to reels that actually resonate, they break down what works—and what doesn't—when building visibility in the wedding industry. This is your guide to marketing with meaning and growing a business built on connection, not just aesthetics.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why storytelling is the most effective form of content marketing for videographers
• How to showcase your work and your brand values through content
• Approach to social media and video strategy
• What types of content build trust with potential couples
• Turning your creative process into shareable, scroll-stopping content

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• Follow Jese Gary on Instagram @greeneyedambition
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Outsmart the Hustle helps creative entrepreneurs build brands that convert—through strategy, storytelling, and high-impact content.

#WeddingVideography #ContentMarketingForCreatives #OutsmartTheHustle #StoryDrivenMarketing #CreativeEntrepreneur #AuthenticBranding #ContentThatConverts