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Wedding Video Services - How to Pick a Wedding Videographer

Wedding Video Services - How to Pick a Wedding Videographer

You have your flowers in order, the cake is ordered, you have the venue and now it's time to look into wedding video services. This is a very important part of your wedding day, not because it will complete your wedding but because it will capture your wedding day for you to look back at over the years. This is a part of your wedding that can not be overlooked or under budgeted. Choosing the right videographer is vital to capturing your memories precisely the way you want.

Wedding video services are increasing in popularity, to the extent many photographers are including a video in their photo packages. This is perfect for many couples, however if you want to hire a separate wedding videographer, we are going to help you understand what to look for.

The first thing you want to do in your quest to find a videographer for your wedding is to ask around about great ones. You can ask your friends, family members, co-workers and even other vendors you come in contact with who they would recommend. From here, begin making phone calls and appointments with the videographer.

There are a few questions that you should ask each of the videographer before you decide on the one that is best for you. Here is a brief list to use as a guideline. Feel free to add to it as you see fit.

- How much experience do you have?

- How many weddings have you done?

- Do you have references I may contact?

- Do you have liability insurance?

- Will you, or someone that works for you be my videographer?

- Can I see a sample video of a wedding?

- How much is additional time if I need it?

- How many cameras do you use?

- How many copies of the video do I get?

- Who gets to keep the rough footage before it is edited?

- What is the payment arrangements?

- Do you bring extra fully charged batteries?

It is important that you have a list of questions to ask when you are looking into wedding video services. This will help you to eliminate the videographer that do not meet your expectations, standards and/or needs.

Keep in mind, you should always trust your gut instincts. Especially with the videographer and photographer. If you are not comfortable with him/her, you are going to be miserable on your wedding day. These people will be with you during very intimate moments, so comfort around them is essential.




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