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Outsourced = Reasonable

We’ve mentioned this before, freelancers can overprice or under-price their work, and regardless of the quality of the work, sometimes it can be too expensive and too good to be true. What that means is, some “professional” freelance video editors may charge you thousands of dollars for a small social media edit. So, if you’re uploading your wedding video to social media platforms, you wouldn’t want an hour-long video, a few minutes would do, but because you’re working with “professionals”, they will charge you from as much as $500 for a 3-minute video. Talk about expensive!

With outsourced video editors, what they say is what you get. There are no hidden costs because there are set price packages that outsourcing companies will offer, and depending on the package, you’ll get what you asked for. So, instead of a $500 3-minute video, you could be paying as little as $30 or $50 for it. So, why run the risk of being scammed when you know your video edit is in safe hands with an outsourced video editor?

Outsourced = Experienced

While reliability is essential, so too is experience when it comes to video editing. Of course, you may want to help an amateur out, especially if you know who that video editor is, and you can trust them, but why choose a mediocre editor? There are hundreds of experienced editors who can match your style and vision. By relying on a freelancer, you’re risking the integrity of your files. After all, many amateur video editors will play with their software to see what they can do with your video, and sometimes their ego can get in the way. They may think that they’re the next Steven Spielberg or George Lucas when their skills prove that they couldn’t be farther from the truth.

Trusting an outsourcing company not only ensures that your videos will be handled with care, but they will be handled by a professional. Not only that, you won’t even have to worry about corrupt or damaged files. Outsourced video editors know how important a file is and can be. So, they know exactly how to use your footage without damaging them. Not to mention, they’ll have the tools they need in case something does go wrong.

Outsourced = Simple

With freelance video editors, you never really know what you’re going to get, and sometimes, they will need teams of other specialists to help them. What that means is your video editor may not know how to work a particular software, so they get someone else to do it for them. That would be an added cost, which you didn’t expect. Eventually, you’ll find yourself funding an entire editing team for one small wedding video, and you’ve spent almost as much as you did for the wedding, for the edit of the video. Not only that, but if you’re not present every step of the way, you may not even like what you get in the end. So, you’ll want to get it cleaned up and fixed by another editing team. It’s a vicious cycle.

That’s why trusting outsourced video editors is a better option. Not only do you get experienced and reliable editors, but you will only deal with one video editor. Of course, on their end, they may need some advice and help, but you won’t need to deal with that. They will. You won’t suffer the headache of liaising with an animator, or a colour-grader, to get a particular shot to match a previous one. They will. So, spare yourself the headache of video editing jargon and demands, use an outsourced video editor who knows what you need and will deliver what you want. It’s simple.

Cut Pro Media = Outsourced

 We at Cut Pro Media can ensure that we meet all of these criteria. We’re reliable, reasonably priced, experienced, and straightforward. Even our website has a user-friendly interface. So, why not check us out. We can guarantee that your wedding video is in safe hands, and you don’t need to worry about the editing process. If you’d like, you can keep in contact with your video editor to stay updated on their progress, but you’ll find that with our speedy delivery system, you’ll receive your completed video before you even need to worry. Our dedicated teams of video editors will ensure high-quality and reliable service, so you can sit back and relax. If you’re interested in our services, check out our website and the products we offer, and if you’re interested, our wedding video packages start from $100. Not a bad price, right?

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It’s A Hasty Job

If you use a same-day editor, the video will be a hasty job, and like you, they may miss certain events because they’re too busy focusing on what they need to add. For example, they may skip your entire vows to include all the photos you’ve taken throughout the day. Or they may edit in a major faux pas that one of your guests had made in favour of your first dance as a married couple.

Being a same-day editor requires quick decision-making, which may not be suitable for a comprehensive wedding video. It might seem like a good idea at first, but if you’re looking back at the video, you might not like what you see. So, in the end, you’ll need to hire another video editor to make a wedding video that you will want to show others.

It’s In The Little Details

Another reason why you’d want to avoid using same-day video editors is the fact that you’ll be spending a lot of time working with them on your special day. When you’re getting married, there’s a lot to think about and do. You don’t want to be jumping back and forth between enjoying the day and helping your editor choose which clips to use or which animation or special effect you want to add. You’ll want to enjoy the day to the fullest.

So, same-day editing is not ideal if you want to bask in the moment. Same-day editing will only work if you have someone you can trust to help make the decisions, so you don’t have to. If you have a wedding planner, who also knows a little bit about videography, photography, and editing, then you’ll have nothing to worry about. However, most wedding planners don’t care about the video and only about how smoothly the day runs. So, it’s doubtful you’ll find one that’ll take care of your wedding video as well.

Your Guest Will Have A Say

Using a same-day editor might be a bad idea, especially if your family and friends want to pitch in. Having too many voices when creating an edit is a bad idea because there will be too many conflicting opinions. It’s one of the reasons why even feature films only have a small post-production team. If the director, cinematographer, art director, and even producers have a say in what goes into the edit, those major blockbusters that you love wouldn’t be as successful as they are. That’s why most feature films have director’s cuts. It’s because “original” films conform to what the producers want and what the editors think should be done, and if the director has a different idea, they’ll create a director’s cut to show what the film would look like if they had their way.

The same goes for your wedding videos. If too many people try to add in their own little bits, your wedding video won’t be yours anymore. It wouldn’t be something you could reminisce about because everyone has had their say, and it didn’t translate well into the video. Your wedding video should only belong to you, so why give your guests the chance to put their two cents in? Think about it this way, you, your partner, and your wedding planner are the ones in charge of what your wedding is going to be like. Sure, you’ll ask for some advice from your family and friends, but ultimately, the choice is yours. The same should be said for your wedding video. You don’t want to drown out the choices you made for it because everyone else has pitched in. It’s your wedding video, not theirs.

Expect Delays

Another reason why employing same-day video editors is a bad idea is a risk that something could go wrong. For example, someone might spill a drink on the laptop the editor is working on. Or somehow, something corrupts the files they’re working on as they’re editing it. So, same-day becomes next-day, or even longer. In the end, you paid a premium price for a standard service, which is not ideal and not something you expected.

So, why invest in a same-day video editor with risky results when you can take your time with your edit, make sure everything is how you want it to be, and your wedding video is something you’ll love for a lifetime? That’s why using same-day video editors is a very hit-and-miss service. You’ll either get someone who can edit your videos perfectly or a shoddy piece of work that you’ll need to re-edit to get something decent.

Trust Us

We know what we’re talking about when we say that, while not same-day editors, our experienced teams of editors can ensure your wedding video is the best it can be. They can edit to perfection what you want from your wedding video. Not only that, they can ensure speedy deliveries of at least two days, and they can match the style you want from your video. As a result, your wedding video will be unique, and we aren’t overly expensive. Depending on what you want, our prices will match. Our packs start from $140, and you can make as many changes as you need. There are no extra hidden costs, and you can be sure that you will deal with one editor so that you won’t get confused. Check out our website now for more information.

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…But It Takes Time

If you’re not experienced in video editing, creating your own wedding video can be daunting. After all, you have hours of footage to scour, to find the right camera angle, the right point of view, and the right lighting setup, to show the wedding at its best. So, why take up so much of your time to edit your wedding video when someone else can do it for you?

It’s Your Vision Come To Life

When you plan a wedding, you already have a vision of what you want. The same goes for your wedding video. You should already have an idea of what you want for the wedding video, like the style of the video, the look of the video, and the way the wedding day should be edited. So, editing it yourself will give you the freedom to choose what you want.

…But It Takes Experience

Again, it takes experience in video editing and how to make your videos look amazing to get the results you want. Of course, you can play around with the software and the special effects add-ons, but do you have the time to put that effort in? Wouldn’t it be easier to have someone who knows all of that do that for you?

There Are So Many Video Tutorials Online…

You could argue that you can learn alongside watching a video tutorial; after all, there are thousands upon thousands of them online. You don’t need to rely on a video editor; you can do it yourself. Not only that, but if you have a spare monitor to hook up your computer to, you can watch the tutorial while editing your video to get the results you want. It’s that simple.

…But Can You Find The Right One?

As mentioned before, there are thousands upon thousands of video tutorials online, and if you’re searching up how to edit special effects, chances are you’ll need another piece of software that you don’t have. Soon, you’ll be left scouring the internet to find that software, only to find that you’ll need to pay for it and the add-ons that that video tutorial recommends.

There’s Always An Alternative…

Ok, so you may not have professional movie making software, there are always alternatives, and free online video makers and templates are one of them. After all, you don’t need a particularly fancy video. A simple one will suffice, so why not use that template? It’s simple and easy to use. So, there’s no need to pay for a video editor when you have such handy tools at your disposal.

…But You’re Sacrificing Quality

While free online video makers and templates are an excellent alternative, chances are, you’re going to look back at it and realise how bad the quality is. After all, there are already many professionally made wedding videos published on social media like YouTube, and the quality of those videos are exceptional. If you compare your handmade video with theirs, you’re going to wonder why you didn’t hire a professional in the first place. So, are you ready to sacrifice that quality for money?

I Can Save Money…

One of the biggest reasons you’d edit your own video is to save money. You don’t need to hire an expensive freelancer who’ll charge you an arm and a leg to edit a “professional” quality wedding video for you. With those free online video editors or default movie makers that come with your computer, you can make it up yourself.

But Are You Sure You’ll Be Saving Money?

The pitfall of editing your own wedding video is that you’ll have to buy your own editing software if you want professional-quality videos. So, instead of paying a few hundred dollars for an editor, you’ll be spending at least a thousand, if not more, to get the look you want. So, ask yourself, is it worth it?

Trust Outsourced & Experienced

We at Cut Pro Media promise that your wedding video is in safe hands. Our experienced teams of editors will ensure a professional quality cut at a reasonable price. So instead of paying a freelancer hundreds of dollars, you only have to pay $140, at the very least. We don’t have any extra hidden charges, so you don’t have to worry about negotiations or additional terms. We have all the resources we need to match your vision. So, no job is too hard, nor will it take too long. We even list out our delivery days, so you can be sure you’ll receive your video within ten days from when you order with us. So, check out our website and our services. We promise you won’t be disappointed.

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On-Time Delivery

By outsourcing video editors, you can be sure that they’ll deliver on time. There won’t be any negotiations, or deadline extensions, because if one editor can’t finish a project on time, the company they work for will find another who can finish it off. 

Not only that, they’ll find someone with a similar editing style, so that your video won’t be compromised. So, you can always be sure that whatever deadline you’ve been promised will be kept. Of course, if there are complications, you will be kept in the know, and the company, or the editor dealing with your project, will update you on the progress they’ve made.

Matching Themes

Oftentimes, with freelancers, professionals, and amateurs, you’ll find that their creative opinions will clash with your vision of your video. So, the result will always be substandard to what you wanted. Not only that, you may end up having to reach out to other editors and editing companies, just to fix the overly stylised video. With outsourced video editors, you won’t get that headache or argument.

Outsourced video editors know they’re working with specific instructions that you set. So, they won’t add their own creative input, without your knowledge. Whatever it is you asked for you get. They won’t compromise your vision and will work hard to match your style and theme.  So, you can rest at ease knowing everything is under control.

Experience And Quality

It’s often difficult to trust freelancers and editing companies, since they work for themselves, and could easily be scams or inexperienced. That’s why trusting solo editors or editing teams can be a bad idea. With outsourced video editors, you can always trust that they have the experience you need. 

If you’re looking for a wedding video editor, who can colour grade a certain way, and another who can create special effects, you can be sure that the company they work for will employ editors who specialise in those areas, to ensure your video contains those elements. So, trusting outsourced video editors can be beneficial to you, because you know you’re getting good quality, experienced editors.

No Fuss

When it comes to letting your video editors know what you want in your project, there can be a lot of back and forth in your communications. There’ll be a lot of questions, messages and even emails if you’re working with someone meticulous. You may even find yourself getting tired of answering questions or asking them yourself.

When working with outsourced video editors, they’ll ask all the questions at the beginning, so you won’t have to keep wondering about what they’re going to do, or what they want to do. It’s all there at the beginning when you book with them. Not only that, but they’ll keep you updated on their progress, as the deadline nears. So, you can be sure they won’t ghost you, if something happens, or if anything goes wrong. You’ll always be in the loop.

Trust Cut Pro Media

Unlike other outsourcing companies, we tell you everything up front. Our price packages are listed on our website, and all the services you’d get within those packages will be listed. So, you can be sure that we will edit your videos without the hassle and fuss of negotiations. We will always keep to the deadline you set. We will always match your style and theme. And we won’t dispense on quality, even if it’s for a short social media video or a grand feature film.

Our editors are experienced, well equipped and will have a broad range of skills. So, you won’t have to ask other editing companies to finish off your video. We can provide everything from offline editing (piecing the film’s timeline together) to colour grading, and even animation and special effects. Our editors will always keep you in the know, and send you updates on their progress. They’ll also ensure that your project is kept confidential, unless you ask otherwise, and you won’t have to worry about copyrights. We ensure that all videos, created by us, are given their proper credit and title, and whoever you’ve worked with and whoever you’ve named will be given their credit in the film.

So, if you’re interested in working with us, check out our website. We’ve got packages for everything, including wedding video editing, and the different delivery systems and styles that would be appropriate for each individual video.

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I’ve Seen That Template Before

Another reason why these remote video editors charge so little is that they use templates. If you’ve used the likes of Windows Moviemaker before, you may come across those pre-set frames with visual templates like a sportscast overlay, or pre-animated credits and titles. They’re what these video editors use, and they will use them often. Not only that, if they’re using online video editing tools, then you may be looking at an actual timeline template, like the ones you see on TikTok and Instagram. These templates are easy to find and use because they’re everywhere.

In the end, your video will look like something a school child will do for a media project. In fact, if you know a few video editing techniques yourselves, you’ll complain that what you get would be something you could have made for free. So, you’ve lost yourself $5 on something that even a child can make.

It’s A Scam

As with every industry in the world, cheap doesn’t always mean reliable. In fact, if you come across a $5 gig, with a flawless portfolio, chances are that gig is a scam. Of course, you may come across a genuine amateur, who is that good at what they do, but more often than not, that gig is fake.

Sometimes, you’ll find yourself waiting weeks on end, for a video that’s only half done, and because of the frustration you feel, you’ll end the order, without even collecting something that remotely resembles the portfolio they’d advertised. Other times, you’ll only wait a few hours, and they’ll deliver a piece that looks like all your footage is being copied and pasted into a timeline, without any real thought. In the end, you’ve just lost $5 for something not even worth showing to anyone.

Half-Done Doesn’t Mean All-Done

It may seem like a good idea at first, hiring a cheap video editor, online. After all, they don’t take on daily rates, and they won’t charge you for extra software that they might need, to create that special effect that you want. But you will run the risk of hiring an amateur, a side-job, or a scam. Of course, that doesn’t mean that gig isn’t one of the rare few who are actually good at what they do, but more often than not, those $5 gigs are too good to be true. 

At the end, when all is said and done, you will need to hire a professional, to either clean up the edit or completely redo the entire project from scratch. They may even bring in a team of editors with them, just because your project may be a huge undertaking. Regardless, you’re going to be spending even more money for a film that may not even be 10 minutes long.

Trust Outsourced, Trust Cut Pro Media

We at Cut Pro Media don’t ask much. In fact, we can guarantee that we too don’t charge rates like those professional freelancers. We only charge a flat fee, depending on what type of film you want us to edit, and it won’t even take months to complete. Give us a few weeks and you can be sure that you’ll get a film worthy of any platform, whether it’s social media, a business conference, or even a feature film festival. Our dedicated teams of video editors are experienced in their field, guaranteeing you high-quality edits. We don’t use templates, and we most certainly don’t input our own vision into a film we edit. Whatever it is you ask for, you’ll get. Our editors will match their edit style to yours. If you’re interested, check out our price packages for more information.

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I’m Looking For Experience

Another reason why some editors have low prices is that they’re amateurs, looking for industry experience. These editors can be very difficult to handle. It’s because they’ve either graduated from an elite school, with a qualification, or they’re still in school, and the only way they can pass their course is by having some form of professional experience. These amateurs are a big “hit and miss” situation, because some are good at what they do and can create a professional quality video, or they’re still trying to understand the basics. Not only that, some of them may be working on several projects at once since they’re either still in school, or they’re trying to churn out videos as proof of their “professionalism”.

That’s why it can be difficult to secure a good freelance video editor. If you’re dealing with an amateur, you’re going to need proof that they’re as good as they say they are. So, you will need to ask for a portfolio or a showreel that they’d edited together. You will need to see complete works, like films, commercial videos, music videos, and wedding videos. You will need to see proof of their certification, and qualification. There are so many things you’ll need to ask for that sometimes it can be too much, and too overwhelming. So, you give up. If you are dealing with amateurs, graduates, and those looking for experience, you will need to exercise a lot of patience, because you need to make sure that these amateurs are up to the task, and if not, you’ll be left with a half-finished project, and no one to sell that video to.

I’m Far Too Experienced For You

Now, let’s take a look at the other end of the scale. There are those who sell their services at extortionate prices. Some are more justified than others. Like with the ridiculously cheap options, you can also get big-time scammers on this end. The prices and portfolios these scammers display could be taken from others, who are legitimate editors, and when you send off your video to them, you’ll get a video that doesn’t even look half as decent as the videos they’d claimed they’d made. Not only that, they’ve ripped you off, scammed you out of your money, for a shoddy job or a half-completed piece, with (and I quote) “I’m far too busy with more high-profiled work, you’re better off with someone who is less experienced than I am”. Yeah right!

Of course, there are those that are genuinely good editors, but how can you separate them from the scammers? It can be very difficult to tell the scammer from the professional, and as with the amateurs, it’s a game of chance. And even if you’ve done your homework, scoured the Internet for reviews and portfolios, you may still end up with a less-than-desirable video.

I’m Attached To This Studio, You’ll Need To Take It Up With Them

Another major setback to hiring a good video editor is that they’re attached to production companies or studios. What this means is they could be attached to a big studio name, like Warner Bros, or 20th Century Fox. They could even be a part of smaller names, but the situation is still the same. They’ll charge extortionist prices because they need to attach the studio or company’s names to your project. Why? Because they work for them. So, instead of hiring one video editor, you might be hiring a whole production team, because the studio will need to get involved.

Trust Outsourced

Don’t worry. Outsourced video editors aren’t attached to production companies, nor are they sole traders, who could easily scam you. They’re reliable, experienced, and you can guarantee that their prices are set. They won’t change, and there is no need for haggling. What you see is what you get, and if you trust us at Cut Pro Media, you’ll be sure that no matter what your project is, you’ll get professional quality videos in return. Our editors are experienced, they’re reliable, and they will do their very best to ensure your video is the best quality it can be. We can create videos appropriate to any and all platforms, from social media to the big screen. You name it. Check out our price plans and packages. There will be one for you.

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Make It Short

This trend is becoming more and more popular, with social media and the internet introducing time limits for videos and reels. In the digital age, people can upload fast montages of clips to highlight what they’re doing. Quick snaps of videos to the beat of music are fast becoming a trend on TikTok, so why not make it a part of your wedding video, or even the wedding video itself. No one has time to sit through an hour-long video anymore, so why make one?

Shaving down the time of your wedding video to that of a short film, which usually lasts about 10 minutes, will give you all the highlights you need. You don’t need to watch the bride and groom greet all their guests. You don’t need the full ceremony, or all the picture taking. Using the highlights of the wedding should be enough for your video, and should be something that everyone can watch, without having to break out the popcorn.

A Modern Retro Flair

Over the last few decades, color has become one of the most important aspects of video and film. However, something must be said about the traditional black and white footage of the early days of film. They bring about that sense of nostalgia and sentimentality and can be a great addition to your wedding video. By all means, shoot in color, and bring out the vibrancy of the day with it, but for some couples, it might be a good idea to have a black and white option, if it works with the style of your wedding.

After all, there might be some wedding themes that allow for that flickering and grainy look or even the home video style. With recent developments for phone cameras, you’ll get professional-quality videos, but it is the shaky and pixelated look of old home videos that bring out that nostalgia as well. So, adding that retro flair can give your wedding videos life and character.

Watch Out For That Drone

Technology hasn’t left video technology behind. In fact, it’s brought it up a level. This is especially true with Go-Pro cameras and Drones. By using drones to film your wedding, it’ll make the special day even more epic. With the wide and sweeping vistas of the place surrounding the wedding, it’ll feel like it was a big day, a day that you’ll never forget.

Make It Quick

Once again, with technology constantly evolving, so too is the video and film industry, and that means editing a video can be done much more quickly. In fact, it could even be completely edited the next day, and if you are in a hurry, and you want to watch the video on your honeymoon, then you can be sure that you’ll get it, as long as you let your videographer, or editor, know.

Not only that, you could even have your video edited on the same day. You’ll have to sit down with the videographer and editor, to see what they’re doing and what you’d like to add or remove, but what’s a little less sleep, if you get the highlights of the best day of your life immediately? This may be an expensive option, but if it means you can enjoy the forgotten moments, at least it’s worth it.

Choose Your Trend

Of course, there are so many trends out there, but one will fit you. After all, you don’t need to stick with the classics, or the most popular, to get the right wedding video for you. Sometimes, all it takes is one amazing example, and you’re already sold on the style, genre, and look of your wedding video.

With Cut Pro Media, you can be sure that we’ll fit that style, no matter how obscure it may seem. Our team of dedicated and experienced editors will make a wedding video that not only highlights the good parts, but reminds you of all the funny, dramatic, and touching moments that you might have missed while enjoying the day with family and friends. We can guarantee that you’ll also get your video, when you want and how you want. All you need to do is send us your footage, tell us what you want, and when you want it, and we’ll do the rest of the work. Check out our website and our price packages for more information.

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Inspire Others

A wedding video isn’t just about memories and reminiscing, it can also be used as inspiration for others. If friends and family members are going to get married, you can show off your wedding video to them, and inspire them. If your tastes are similar, they’re bound to want to have themes that are similar to yours, because you’ve used them. Wedding videos, like many other types of videos, are not only records of history, or stories, but they are also educational too. They can be used as a foundation for research, for the happy couple, as they plan out their own special day.

So, show your newly engaged friends your wedding video, point out the people who helped you in your wedding process and provide them with the contact details they’ll need. Wedding videos are a good source of information for your friends, who’re new to planning a wedding, because they’ll trust your opinions, and you know who to contact.

All-In-One Promotions

As your wedding video can inspire your friends, so too can it inspire others. If the companies you’ve worked with use your video, for their promotional material, then you’re not only inspiring your friends, but you’re inspiring hundreds, if not thousands of newly engaged couples around the world. With social media and video content becoming a massive market for advertising, your wedding video could be viewed in the far corners of the world and inspire couples to use that company’s services. 

Wedding videos are great portfolios for so many companies because they’ll be showcased in them, even if it’s only for a second. Something will catch a new bride or groom’s eye and they’ll want to have similar, if not the same, service, at their own wedding. So, a wedding video isn’t just your own record of joyous memories, it is a good source of advertising, for the companies that worked with you, on your wedding day.

Keepsakes And Memories

As we’ve mentioned before, wedding videos can help you reminisce about the big day and remind you of the things that happened. After all, when you’re living the wedding itself, the day can go by in a flash. So, capturing the moments that you’ve missed will serve as a reminder, or a good story to tell, if not by you, then by the guests who witnessed those moments. 

Not only that but your wedding video can be used as a keepsake for future generations. You can give them a copy of the video and show them just how much in love you were when you married your partner. It’ll serve as a great lesson for them because they’ll see how powerful love can be, and how it transcends through the ages. It’ll inspire them to want a similar, if not the same, thing. So, by making a wedding video, and passing it on to your children and grandchildren, you’re teaching a great lesson to future generations.

Trust The Process

You might think that hiring a videographer to film your wedding is difficult and expensive, but don’t worry. It isn’t as expensive as you think. Videographers are happy to negotiate prices and plans for you, so you don’t have to worry about the finance. All you need is to communicate what you want for the wedding video, what you expect from your videographer and trust in the process.

 Eventually, you’ll have a wedding video you can be proud of, and if you’re not happy with the edit, and you still have the raw footage, why not come to us at Cut Pro Media to help you make a video that is worthy of your wedding. Our editors can promise professional quality, and themed wedding videos that can capture the magic of your big day, without compromise. 

All you need to do is tell them what you want and what you like, and they’ll do the rest. Our team of professionals have had years of experience in editing not only wedding videos but many others, so you can be sure that they will have a range of ideas to suit your needs. Not only that but our prices are set, so you don’t need to worry about negotiations or hidden terms. It’s all there in the price packages. So, check out our website, and find the best plan for you. We can guarantee that we have something for everyone.

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2. What Style or Genre of Video Are You Making?

If you’ve already made a plan for your wedding video, you need to know that your videographer can compromise and create a video according to your style. It is no good relying on them for everything because they’ll have their own creative opinions. Sometimes they’ll force their opinions onto your video, leaving no room for your personal touches. Otherwise, they’ll come up with a plan, on the spot, which might not even be achievable.

So, make sure you and your videographer have similar styles and genres, and you can compromise with each other. It will do you both no good if you work together without a plan, and you hope for the best. And it is equally a bad idea to have your opinions undermined by their plans, without your input. That’s why you need to know if their styles and genre are agreeable to yours.

3. Will You Be Available For The Entire Wedding Process?

When it comes to planning a wedding, sometimes it can take a year or two to plan out. Sometimes it takes even longer, especially if you’re planning for a very luxurious wedding. It’s during that time that you’ll want your videographer, especially if you’re using video diaries and posting video invitations to your guests. Many happy couples will want to go on a special photoshoot to mark the big day before it actually happens. They’ll want photobooks and extra footage of themselves, to fill the video, if there isn’t enough good footage on an actual day. 

So, that’s why making sure that your videographer is available not only during the wedding but also before it too. If anything, making sure they’re available during the planning process will ensure that any additions or changes you make to your wedding video can be discussed first before you implement it.

4. How Would Your Customers Rate You?

This is an important question because while experience matters, it is the reviews they get, from their customers that will tell you how good they are. Remember to read those reviews and compare them with the answer your videographer gives you. If the reviews are bad, and your videographer tells you otherwise, you’re dealing with someone dishonest. Your wedding day is one of the biggest events of your life, and if it isn’t captured correctly, then you’ll be left with very little to no memories of it at all.

Be certain that your videographer knows what they’re doing. Make sure that their customers are happy with their services. And be sure that your videographer and their customers have similar values to you. You don’t want to work with someone who you’ll always be at odds with. By knowing how satisfied their customer base is, and whether they have similar values and perspectives as yours, you’ll know that you can trust your videographer.

5. How Much Will Hiring You Cost Me?

Of course, this is the most important question you’ll want to ask but be careful when you do. Make sure you give your videographer everything they need to know, about what you expect from them. Negotiate what the plan is, and what compromises you will need to make because if you ask how much it’ll cost, before providing any details, they’ll be reluctant to work with you. It’s because you don’t have a plan, and you don’t know what you want. Whereas, if you provide them with some details, then they’ll be more inclined to help.

Be sure that you know what you want from your wedding video, before asking about the price. Similarly, you don’t want them to be vague about it either. So, make sure you don’t just get price ranges, and contracts that can be amended while they’re working with you. Setting a limit, and sticking to it, is a sign of reliability and good professionalism. If the price fluctuates while they’re working with you, or if they don’t set an upper limit, then you may find yourself in for a nasty surprise. Be careful when you’re negotiating price, and always get the agreement in writing.

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2. The Style Of Filming

Sometimes styles can clash, especially when it comes to themes and genres. For example, you might want to have a boho styled wedding, and if you choose a videographer that specialises in cinematic videos, then it’s obvious your styles will clash. After all, boho styles are more laid back and casual, while cinematic videos can be thrilling and intense. That’s why it’s important you consider what kind of genres and styles your videographer can give you. Make sure that it’s fitting for your wedding’s theme.

While you might be drawn to certain types of films, remember, it needs to complement your wedding. So, if your wedding is a whimsical affair, it won’t be the best backdrop for a hip-hop music video. Be sure you know what theme your wedding is, and what style of music, video and animation works well with that theme. If you don’t know, or you can’t envision it, negotiate with your videographer. They’ll be more than happy to show you their portfolios so that you have an idea of what you could get for your wedding.

3. The Experience

While experience and expertise might sound and seem similar, they couldn’t be further apart. Their expertise is the knowledge videographers should have about their craft. However, their experience can tell you how good they are at it. So, if you’re looking for a videographer, experience is one of the key elements you’re going to want to look at. 

Unless you already know your videographer on a personal level, and you want to help them in their career, it’s always a good idea to look for a videographer who’s already well established. They’ve been through so many weddings and special occasions, they know what they need to do, and they won’t bother you as you go through the motions of your Big Day.

Not only that, make sure they have the right connections and team members. If you hire a videographer, who doesn’t have a team with them, then you may contend with lots of cameras on tripods and stands. You might have to wait a while for them to set up many cameras, so they can capture your Big Day from all angles. And even when it comes to editing, make sure that they have good skills in editing, or even have a good team of editors behind them. Otherwise, you might not get the quality you’re looking for.

4. The Price

Of course, price is always a major factor in any deal you make. It is of the utmost importance you know you’re getting the quality you deserve. Always make sure that the services you’re getting aren’t overpriced, or majorly discounted. After all, some videographers might fool you into agreeing to a high price, but the quality of their videos are worse than you imagined. Not only that, if your videographer doesn’t have a portfolio readily available, then you’re either working with an amateur or a conman. Always ask for one, even if their website or social media accounts look amazing.

It isn’t fair to you if you’ve decided to book someone, only to realise that they’re not available on the Big Day, and you can’t even get a refund. Trust reliable sources, like wedding data banks, and even recommendations through magazines. They know what they’re talking about and which videographers are legitimate.

5. The Relationship

The main reason you hire someone is that you can build a good working relationship with them. As videographers, who are capturing your Big Day, you’re going to need someone you can trust; someone who will be able to work quietly in the background, and still be able to record the emotions, the love, and the joy that comes with a wedding day. Building a good relationship with your videographer will help not only you but them as well, to really capture every moment as you remember it. 

Good videographers will step into your shoes and look at the right actions and reactions on the day, so you don’t have to. And when all is said and done, the footage they’ve captured will truly record the magic of your wedding day. So, remember to build a good relationship with your videographer, if you want a wedding video you would want to watch it over and over again.

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