Videographers: Meet Your Friendly Neighborhood Wedding Filmmaker - Southern California Wedding

Wedding Videographers, Filmmakers & Cinematography

It’s the moment of truth. You’ve had a pleasant phone conversation with the videographer. They are very interested in filming your upcoming wedding day. You’ve set up an initial meeting to listen to their plans and to get to know each other. You’ll shake hands and sit down over a cup of coffee as your consultation begins…….

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Photo courtesy: Robles Video Productions

 

Now what? How to make the most of this short meeting time together!

 

Although this may be the umpteenth-time that a videographer has sat down with a couple to plan their wedding video, they always remember to focus on the fact that it’s the couple’s initial meeting with… gasp… a Wedding Videographer!


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So how do you discuss your intimate wedding plans with someone who you are most likely meeting for the very first time? Well, it should be easy and smooth, educational and hopefully fun and enlightening!


Featuring: Joel Austell Wedding Films

 

Your time of course is short with your videographer and they want nothing but to understand what is valuable to you. They count on any feedback you can provide as they want to make their film production personalized. Any ideas you desire to provide can help your wedding filmmaker make the production perfect and personalized. Be sure to tell them of things you’ve seen in movies, that you’ve seen on TV, send them links.  These can assist them. If you love their samples though, it can also be as easy as meeting with them and getting to know them before you say, “You’re hired.”

 

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“Some couples love black & white…if YOU do, tell your videographer these details, they want to please you.”

 

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Photo courtesy: Godfather Films

 

Wedding Film Featuring : Godfather Films

 

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Images Courtesy: Mountain Fresh Films

 

Maximizing your time with a wedding filmmaker.

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Expert Tips from Wedding Videographers

Planning your wedding video is an exciting journey, and who better to guide you than the experts themselves? Here are some invaluable insights from professional wedding videographers to help you capture your special day perfectly:

  1. Be Yourself: Embrace your unique style and personality when working with your wedding videographer. The more comfortable you are, the more natural and fun the planning and wedding day will be. Don’t hesitate to open up and share who you are with your videographer—whether you envision your wedding as classic, relaxed, or lively. Your openness will help them capture your true essence in the wedding video.
  2. Tell Your Story: Share the story of how you met, your favorite activities, and even your beloved movies. These personal details help videographers craft a wedding film that reflects your love story’s unique rhythm and style, creating a cinematic experience that resonates with you and your partner.
  3. Trust the Experts: Leave the technical details to your videographer. Their job is to handle the complex equipment and post-production processes, ensuring everything runs smoothly. By sharing the specifics of your day, your videographer can apply their technical expertise to capture your wedding story beautifully and seamlessly.
  4. Set Clear Boundaries: Communicate your preferences regarding what should be captured and how involved you want your videographer to be. Whether you prefer them to blend into the background or take a more active role, sharing your expectations will ensure they meet your needs and capture every important moment.
  5. Engage in Dialogue: Wedding videographers love hearing your ideas and vision for the day. By engaging in open discussions and sharing your excitement, you ignite their creativity and enthusiasm. Some of the most memorable wedding video scenes have been inspired by passionate conversations over a cup of coffee, so feel free to discuss your unique plans and ideas.

Remember, your wedding videographer is just as thrilled to hear about and plan for your big day as you are. By following these tips, you can ensure your wedding film beautifully captures the magic of your love story.

Real Weddings Project!

On this site is a great section all about the REAL Wedding! Check out the Real Weddings Project where WeddingCompass.com shows off the wedding cinematography of videographers in California!
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