Today we’d like to introduce you to Jose Virella.
Hi Jose, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
When I was little, I didn’t know what I wanted to do for a career. I used to film my family vacations, and I always enjoyed editing and creating family videos. At the time I was trying to figure out my calling or passion. I never knew anyone in the field of videography, and I didn’t even consider it a possible career path. I went to school to become a mechanic, but that was not truly my passion. As a mechanic, it was a way to make money, but it was not the meaningful work I desired. When my wife’s grandmother passed away, I realized that life is too short to work a 9-5 and not be happy with what I was doing. I started helping out in media at church and really enjoyed learning more about videography. Then I started working with my wife’s business and recording her ministry. I recorded a baby shower on my phone and edited the video and everyone confirmed for me that this was my calling. I was working on different jobs to provide for my family, but my heart wasn’t into the work I was doing. I knew that God was calling me to do more. I started watching videos and taking classes to learn more about videography and began to invest the money I had to build my business. I have two passions; ministry and to see small businesses grow. I started just by making videos on my phone for friends and family and now today I have a successful business filming weddings, promotional videos, private events, interviews, and music videos using a cinematic camera with professional equipment.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way? Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It has been a rollercoaster! The biggest challenge has definitely been financial; keeping up with expenses, having funds for marketing, and being able to afford the equipment.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I specialize in videography; primarily focusing on weddings and private events. I’m most proud of the progress my wedding videos have made; they have come a long way since I started my videography business. My color grading sets me apart from others, but more importantly, I would say that my business is different because I focus on partnering with other local small businesses and non-profit organizations and help support their missions and visions, by offering affordable services but incredible quality videos.
Can you talk to us about how you think about risk?
I was in a safe job and filming videos on the side but scared to go full time after my passion. I took a risk but had to follow God’s calling for me, and it was one hundred percent worth the risk! Even though there was a risk, the reward outweighed the risk and I do not regret the decision that I made!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.samsonvideography.com/
- Instagram: @samsonvideography
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/ssamsonvideography/
