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The creation of a wedding video starts well before the actual wedding day. The bride and groom need to take time to plan and organize details including what they want videoed, whether that be the entire wedding day (usually over 5 hours) or just parts of the day such as only the ceremony or even a compilation of highlights from the entire day. The common parts of the wedding day videoed include the pre-ceremony / preparation at the relevant houses of the bride and groom, the ceremony and the speeches at the reception. Right back at this early stage it is important that the bride and groom start planning the music element to the wedding video, meaning exactly what songs they would like used in the various parts to enhance the atmosphere and emotional response in the viewers.

The hiring of a videographer to film the wedding day and then also edit the video is an important role and function, you are entrusting them to capture and then create a record of what is arguably the most important day in a couple's life. A little bit of research from the bride and groom prior to signing a contract with a videographer can result in the hiring of the right professional for your wedding day and ensure you receive a video that captures the memories shared with family and friends.

Some tips to help find the right videographer for your wedding day include:

1. Ask to See A Portfolio of Previous Work – As with other artistic professions, videographers keep a record of some of their pas works. This can help you see the quality of the images and shots with regards to framing, focus and light. This will also enable you to view how they have put the shots together on a video, what the quality of the audio is like and also how they have used elements, including to enhance the ambience of the event.
2. Ask for references from past clients – Testimonials form past clients will give you a good understanding of the work ethical and quality of service given. Be aware that most sellers only present positive information to prospective clients, do a little of your own research to really know the vendor. A good place to start in your search is to ask family and friends of their experiences and if they have people to suggest.
3. Ask for Deadlines – Most videographers have many jobs occurring simultaneously. Make sure you are clear with when you expect the job to be completed by. Setting deadlines for things including drafts versions will also keep them accountable in the editing process.
4. Give input and instruction with creative license – This is your wedding video, it is important to remember that you are employing the videographer to produce the product you want. Ask for a draft to be done for comment and feedback to be given. When you view the draft take specific notes on changes that need to occur.
5. Have a written contract – Make sure that you have a written contract outlining every detail possible. This includes deadlines, times hired for on the wedding day, the various addresses that they will be required at, the final decision on creative matters, a draft to be view for amendments to be made and costs. Remember this is a business deal and needs to be treated accordingly.

In following these tips in choosing your wedding videographer you should reduce the risk of receiving a wedding video that does not live up to your expectations but rather is a memory to be cherished by yourself and your loved ones for many years to come.

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Source by Bethany Gardner