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Originally Posted by Expo_Vids
My problem is that the 2 people who said they were ready to order scenes from me are MIA.
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Greg, what you are experiencing is nothing new in the adult business. When my contract was over with Twistys, I had lots of interest from programs wanting me to do some projects for them. Everything was fine until we started talking about rates and then....same as you - they went MIA. They don't return emails and they never explained why they cut off communications. Luckily that wasn't the case for all those that contacted me but it was the case for a few big names in the biz. It's very disappointing to build a rapport with some big names in this business only to have them totally ignore you after a few email exchanges....but that's the nature of the beast!
All I can tell you is that your work is much better than average and if a program owner doesn't want to dish out extra money to get the "good shit"...fuck'm. There are other programs out there who understand and appreciate what it takes to make good content and they will pay you for it. They are few and far between....but they do exist. You may have to put up with bullshit from 20 program owners to find one that appreciates quality and your skills....but don't give up.
It's been my experience that some of the biggest and most successful programs are the ones that don't want to spend anything on content. Aside from a few large programs, most of my work is now coming from smaller programs that appreciate what I have to offer and don't mind paying for it. You only need a couple of good customers to make a great living so don't give your shit away. I was telling a friend the other night that I could shoot 5 days a week if I would cut my rate in half but I would rather shoot 2 days a week and keep my rates where they are. Work smarter....not harder
Mutt is a good man and he knows a lot about the business but you can't listen to people when they tell you that no one will pay this and that for your material. If I listened to everyone telling me that I charge too much...I'd be working my ass off 5 days a week and barely making it. Your content is top notch and I know how hard you work to put out a great product. You take pride in your work and it shows. There are guys out there who will pay you for your work and take good care of you - you just have to find them. It's not easy but it is possible