How to choose the right wedding videographer
If you need a reason to why it’s important to have a wedding videographer then click here. But if you need a reason why it’s important choosing the right wedding videographer then keep reading! To me, a videographer should be high on your list of "non-negotiables" when planning your special day. Ask any newlywed couple, and most will say their wedding day was a blur. Months of planning and preparation culminate in a few hours filled with laughter, love, and probably a drink or twelve. Before you know it, your wedding day is done.
While photos are essential, re-living the entire experience through video is another experience altogether. A wedding film captures the motion and sounds of the day, from walking down the aisle to your dad shedding a few tears during his speech. The laughs, inside jokes, grins on your family’s faces. Capturing the vibe of the day. A wedding videographer helps keep these once-in-a-lifetime memories alive, even years down the road. But, and that’s a big but; not all videographers are created equal.
Choosing the right wedding videographer might seem like a daunting task with all the great options available, but don't worry! I’m here to help!
Take a look at a few important questions to ask yourself when choosing your wedding videographer:
Is your wedding videographer in line with your vision and values?
What kind of wedding are you planning? Is it a more formal, black-tie event? Editorial? Or are you planning a laid-back day with your closest family and friends? Perhaps a festival style, epic party wedding? Also, think about your personality, and if it matches that of your videographer. You’re going to be spending one of the most important days of your life with your videographer, you want to make sure you get along like a house on fire! Do you want someone you can have a joke and some fun with? That get’s to know you, your story and be the third wheel you never knew you had?
Above Below Visuals handcrafts wedding films that are timeless, fun, artful and epic - a film that’s uniquely, you. No cookie cutter business; a film that showcases who you are, your personalities and all the things that make you, you! Every wedding videographer will offer their own take on your special day. Make sure you choose one who shares the same vision and values as you.
Will your wedding videographer take the time to get to know you and tell your story?
Every couple has their own unique story and its a story that should be told. Make sure your wedding videographer takes the time to personally get to know you and your partner. Chat about all the things that are important to you and how your videographer can not only make it happen but add to that. After all, there the ones that’s going to be telling your story, right?
Schedule a meeting with them beforehand to see how well you vibe. After all, this is an investment. You might like their work, but realise when you meet them that your personalities don’t quite align. Huge red flag here.
To me, a good wedding videographer is a storyteller and has the ability to capture each special moment that showcases you and your partners love story. They are able to transform it into something so magical you’ll be watching it for years to come. But, they can only do this if they know you, and your story! So do you value the personal touch that a business like mine offers or a random contractor rocking up flinging their camera around?
Does your wedding videographer use the perfect audio and visuals to enhance your love story?
It goes without saying, but looking at the portfolios of wedding videographers you’re considering should be one of the first steps when choosing who will capture your wedding day. While referrals are great, your best friend’s videographer (who she was super happy with) may not quite fit what you’re after.
Once you start looking at different websites and portfolios, some will stand out among the rest. This is usually a sign that you've found the right wedding videographer or at least on the right track. Maybe you love the music they use or the scenes that they include. The use of storytelling to enhance each couples film, or maybe you'll just find yourself smiling from ear to ear while watching a film, wishing you were a guest at that wedding. An epic wedding film touches your heart, and you'll look forward to having your own.
Yes, there are dozens of wedding videographers to choose from, and selecting the right one can be tricky. However, if you keep in mind the tips above, you'll find the one that fits your style best and can create a wedding film you'll cherish forever.