Choosing the right wedding videographer for you is very important, but you also need to ensure you ask them the right questions.
Although some of the below are quite standard, we have compiled a list of some of the more uncommon questions that you really should be asking your wedding videographer.
Before the Big Day
Are You Free on this Date?
Before you completely set your heart on a wedding videographer that is already booked on your wedding day, make sure you check their availability first.
Can I See Examples of Your Favourite Work?
By asking your potential wedding videographer for examples of their favourite work, you are consciously asking them to provide an example of their work which, in theory, should be their best.
This is because their favourite work should be the work that they enjoyed the most producing. From these examples of wedding videos, you can gain a sense of their preferred style. If this fits the overall vibe of your upcoming nuptials, then your next question should be…
How Much is the Deposit, the Overall Cost, and What Am I Actually Paying For?
By ensuring that you place a deposit on your booking, you are securing the service at an agreed price on an agreed date, meaning no nasty ‘let-downs’ or surprises on the big day. However, when it comes to weddings, you really do get what you pay for – sacrificing your dream wedding videographer for a cheaper service could prove niggling in years to come.
Understanding exactly what service this is, is of vital importance. Whenever entering into a contract with a wedding vendor, all aspects of the agreement should be clearly understood (and sometimes even negotiated if they do not meet your expectations) to avoid any potential disappointment.
If you are expecting your wedding videographer to be available for the whole day, make sure that these requirements are specified on booking. If you have an idea of what final product you wish to be paying for, make sure that you discuss these ideas with the team you choose to go with.
On the Big Day
What Parts of the Day Will You Be Capturing?
There are many variables that can change when it comes to the big day. If the weather, unfortunately, takes a turn for the worst, your videographer will be on hand to provide advice on how to still achieve those all-important special moments.
Preparing yourself for the moments that you want capturing, or even notifying the team to ensure that you have some time without the cameras to simply relax and enjoy the moment, is extremely important.
Can We Assist in Any Way?
Remember: your wedding videographer should have plenty of experience behind them, so they know what works best when trying to achieve the perfect shot.
Although you want your video to be as natural as you and your betrothed’s love for each other, asking whether your videographer has any directions can also create material for the most effective wedding videos.
Post Big Day
How Will We Receive the Video?
Most wedding videographers provide a copy of the wedding video through an online download, or even a USB file. All reputable videographers have the means to burn the video onto a DVD at the client’s request, however this may incur an extra charge – double check the contract that you have agreed for further details on this.
In addition, make sure that you understand the copyrighting restrictions around your wedding video. Although the temptation is to send it immediately to all your friends and family, some wedding videographers retain some form of ownership, meaning that your harmless sharing on social networks could result in an infringement of copyright. Before you sign your contract, confirm what the restrictions (if any) are.
When Will We Receive the Video?
Again, this is something that needs to be clarified in your agreement with your wedding videographer. Most videographers can send snippets of what they are working on, to ensure that you are happy with what has been captured, and to get you excited about what is to come!
Get In Touch
For a wedding videographer that listens to all of your needs, creates breath-taking memories that stand the test of time, and can work with all types of styles, themes, locations and experiences, contact HD Moments.
We are professional wedding videographers experienced in capturing sound, motion, and most importantly emotion.
