10 Hacks For Planning Your Wedding
10 Hacks For Planning Your Wedding
Your partner has just proposed to you. Congratulations! But now it’s time to think about what you’re going to do to tie the knot. That can be a very daunting task. After all, there’s much more to planning a wedding than gathering one or two witnesses together and saying your vows to each other in a church. You’ve got to plan everything from the venue, the dress, the reception, to even the little details like décor, colors, and themes. Don’t worry; thousands of couples have been where you are now, and if you ask around, you might find some helpful hacks that can help you out. Of course, that can be time-consuming, so we at Cut Pro Media have compiled a list of 10 hacks to help you plan your wedding.
1. Trust A Wedding Planner
One of the best things you can do is trust a wedding planner to help you plan your wedding. Of course, some services are a little more expensive than others, but if you do your research and ask the right questions, just like your dress, you’ll find the perfect one to help you. They’ll not only do the legwork, but they’ll make sure that every part of your wedding is to your taste.
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2. Consult Wedding Magazines
One of the best sources for ideas is wedding magazines. These guys are experts in the wedding industry, and they will have lots of tips and tricks that can help you make the right decisions for your wedding. So, you don’t need to go scouring the internet to find the right suppliers. Looking for a local florist to design your wedding? Need to find a last-minute dress? Don’t worry; these magazines, blogs, and websites have you covered. They’ll not only recommend what’s on-trend, but they’ll also list out suppliers who might be within your budget. It’s as easy as that!
3. Have A Pinterest Board/Mood Board
When it comes to editing recorded footage, you may have hours of footage that you need to go through before adding it to your music video. Of course, the amateur way to edit is to drag each recording to your timeline and edit it down to the clip you want. Save yourself the headache by viewing your footage in preview mode and selecting the “in” point (where the clip you want should start) and the “out” point (where you want the clip to end). It’s as simple as that. That way, when the time comes to start putting your video together, you don’t need to scroll through hours of footage, just drag and drop the clip to the timeline and you’re done!
4. On A Budget? Get Family And Friends To Help
If you’re on a tight budget and don’t have many options, get your family and friends to help. After all, that’s what they’re there for. Have your mother-in-law send out the invitations. Make your father set up the furniture for the ceremony. Ask your sister to help create the floral decorations. There’s nothing wrong with using your family to help you set everything up, because in the end, it’ll be worth it, and you won’t break the bank for your big day!
5. Repurpose, Reuse, Recycle
Sometimes, you don’t need to buy new things to make your wedding look magical and memorable. Instead, use old items in your home if things get too expensive or overwhelming. You’ll have many things lying around in your house that you can bedazzle for the wedding. Do you have fake plants lying around your house? Use them as decorations. Do you have twine in your cupboards? Wrap them around glass bottles and use them as vases. Anything in your home can be used instead of those expensive, bespoke items suppliers will entice you with. It’ll not only help reduce the cost, but you can always take off the paint and twine and use them again for something else.
6. Do It Yourself
Like using your family and friends, why not do some things yourself, like creating gifts and favors for your guests or doing your own hair and makeup. There are thousands of tutorials online, on social media, and on YouTube. So, instead of hiring a makeup artist, or a supplier, do it yourself. Practice those hair tutorials in your spare time, or practice that makeup look when you go to work. It’ll save you time and money when the big day does come.
7. Make The Space Unique
One of the biggest decisions you need to make is the venue, and so many websites, blogs, magazines, and social media platforms will tell you what the “best place for your wedding” is. While it can be true for many couples, it doesn’t have to be true for you. What makes a wedding venue unique is its value to you. Are you getting married in a church? Why not have it at your childhood church? Getting married on the beach? Why not get married at your favorite beach? The best venue doesn’t always have to be the “best venue”. Sometimes, it’s the one that’s most special to you.
8. Make It Virtual
Do you have a huge guest list but don’t have the space for it? Then why not make it virtual? Livestream your wedding to all your guests who can’t physically make it to the wedding. Let them experience the magic of your big day in the comfort of their living rooms. Your wedding doesn’t always need to be a big occasion, held in a reception hall, or have a 200-strong guest list. Sometimes, the more intimate settings are the better ones. So, instead of mingling with 200+ people, you can enjoy your reception with your closest family members because all those other people will be virtual.
9. Record Everything
Do you have a huge guest list but don’t have the space for it? Then why not make it virtual? Livestream your wedding to all your guests who can’t physically make it to the wedding. Let them experience the magic of your big day in the comfort of their living rooms. Your wedding doesn’t always need to be a big occasion, held in a reception hall, or have a 200-strong guest list. Sometimes, the more intimate settings are the better ones. So, instead of mingling with 200+ people, you can enjoy your reception with your closest family members because all those other people will be virtual.
10. Have Fun!
More often than not, planning a wedding is a stressful business. That’s why it’s one of the major obstacles for couples to cross before they get married, but remember, it’s all because you love each other. No matter what bells and whistles you put on it, you’re vowing to spend the rest of your lives together, so have fun. Enjoy the process, and don’t let it get to you. Take some time out to relax, meditate, or go on a spa trip. Not only will it rejuvenate you, but you might find some inspiration on those retreats. So, give yourself a break, and don’t sweat the small stuff. You’ll be fine.
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Top Wedding Videography Trends in 2021
Like everything else in the world, even wedding videography has trends of its own, and it’s no surprise that there are some in 2021 that are becoming prominent. There are some trends that have grown from previous trends, and others that stem from the many different videography and special effects techniques, but all have one thing in common. They are popular choices. Why? Because they’re attractive and can be used for any video or film, as long as they’re done properly. So, from short wedding videos to fast deliveries, here are a few of the top wedding videography trends in 2021.
Caught On Camera
It might not always be sudden and unexpected, and sometimes it can be very subtle, you’d need to look for it, but there is always drama at a wedding, whether it’s a fight between the bride or groom with a guest, the wrong name said in a speech, or that one person who got so drunk they fell over and “accidentally” exposed another guest. Regardless of the incident, there’s always going to be one, and they’re definitely going to be caught on camera.
These moments, although unexpected and can sometimes be a trigger for a bigger drama, can also be comedic and fun, when put into a wedding video. Not all drama has to be intense and serious, sometimes, it can be a slip of the tongue (or foot) and can actually make people laugh. So why not add it to your wedding video? That one drunk uncle storming down the aisle could be a great feature you’d laugh at with everyone you watch your wedding video with.
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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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What Is The Importance Of A Wedding Video?
Before you start creating a wedding video, first ask yourself if it’s necessary. If you don’t want to capture your big day on video, then that’s fine. However, there are so many good reasons why you should have one, not least of all because it is the perfect way to capture the magic, love, joy, and emotions of the day. It’s the perfect time capsule, because the moving images and the accompanying visual and audio effects will remind you of what happened and how you felt throughout the whole process. Of course, there are many other reasons why a wedding video is important, and we’ve listed them out here for you.
Recapture The Love
Weddings are magical days, they’re full of joy and hope. They’re the epitome of the love a couple experiences in their relationship. And sometimes, we forget that. There are times in relationships where tensions run high, and stress makes us forget about the love we have for each other. That’s why a wedding video is important. By sitting down and watching your wedding video together, you’ll be reminded of the love you once felt for each other. It may even create that spark of romance that was lost over time, and you may find yourself falling in love with each other again.
So, if you doubt whether a wedding video is worth having, remember that it can be a great reminder of what you feel for each other, and why you married each other in the first place. It might even inspire you with ideas for future endeavours, like holding an anniversary wedding or going on a second honeymoon.
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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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It’s important to know exactly what your wedding videographer will do when you’re booking them. We’ve written an article explaining what you should do before you hire a videographer for your wedding, but there are still a few questions you need to ask them, while you’re speaking to them. After all, you want to know that they know what they’re doing, and although their website might look flashy and professional, you still want to make sure that they’re professional enough. You don’t want to be stuck with a videographer who promises the fireworks and light show, and then gives you sparklers and a few spotlights. So, here are 5 important questions you need to ask your wedding videographer.
1. What’s The Editing Process Like?
While the filming might take a day, the editing process can vary. If you’re looking for a wedding video that has pulled out all the stops, the editors might have their work cut out for them, so it may take a few weeks or even months before your wedding video is delivered to you. Otherwise, you might have a simple video that has been edited using a template, in which case you may receive your video in a few days and is full of errors or isn’t the best quality you’ve seen. You need to find a compromise.
If you want a professional-looking video, one that you can be proud of, you’re going to need to be patient. Sometimes, your videographer’s editors might be backed up with lots of different projects, or they’re trying to create a unique template just for your video. So, don’t expect your video to be available to you immediately after the wedding or honeymoon. That’s why you need to ask about the editing process. Make sure you know what your videographer and their editor has planned for your video. Sometimes, their plan may have elements that can be redundant and unnecessary.
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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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5 Things You Need To Know Before Hiring A Wedding Videographer
When it comes to choosing the right videographer for you, there are many factors that you need to think about. It’s not all about the price. There are many things you need to consider like their style of filming, whether they’ll assert their vision of what your big day should be, whether they’re experienced in filming weddings and special events and whether they include still photography in their portfolio. There are some videographers that don’t even have the knowledge to take still photos and vice versa. Some photographers don’t know how to take video footage. Not only that, but some videographers will be assertive, and use their filmmaking knowledge to try and “make your day special” but in their way. That’s why we’ve come up with a list of 5 things you need to know before hiring a wedding videographer.
1. The Expertise
Many good wedding videographers will understand that your wedding day is your most special day. It’s all about you and the love you share with your partner. It isn’t about making a movie, otherwise, they’ll be on studio sets, on locations and creating feature films. Professional wedding videographers will be discreet, you’ll barely notice that they’re there. They know how to capture your wedding day, from all angles, without being noticed.
If your wedding videographer is being assertive, taking over the “narrative” of your wedding day, and dictating where you should be and what you should do, at all times, then they may not have the right expertise and experience for you. They may be a film graduate or a film student who thinks that filming a wedding video is easy, and will try to take over your wedding, to make it into a story. These are the sorts of videographers that you need to stay away from if you don’t want your wedding to become a drama for a film.
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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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What is the Best Laptop for Wedding Video Editing in 2021?
Are you fed up with your system or laptop hanging for hours or some minutes while editing different clips or videos of an event like weddings? The best option is Upgrading to one of the best laptops for wedding video editing, and you’ll get lots of memory (RAM) and fast rendering times due to an effective processor.
Also, you will have access to quality videos, special editing effects, and a high-resolution screen. All this effect doesn’t come cheap, but working with high-resolution footage is a memory-intensive task, so using a bargain-bin machine just isn’t going to cut it and would be a false economy.
Video editing should not be limited by the devices you are using; our creativity level should only be your limit. For that reason, here, we’ll look at the best laptops for wedding video editing in 2021. There is a good chance that you will use editing software such as Davinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or Filmora Pro. Listed below are the top ten recommended laptops for wedding video editing in 2021.
1. MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
Even in 2021, the MacBook Pro 16-inch is still the best laptop for video editing. The Creatives love Apple’s 16 -inch device packed with high-end components and a larger screen for creative professionals.
It’s a good laptop for video editing, combining powerful components with a gorgeous thin and light design. Editing videos on this system is straightforward due to the larger 16-inch screen and higher resolution.
As for performance, with a professional graphics card from AMD and a powerful Intel processor, the MacBook Pro 16-inch can handle any editing task with ease.
Properties:
- Screen: 16-inch Retina display with True Tone
- Storage: 512GB – 8TB SSD
- CPU: 9th-generation Intel Core i7 – i9
- RAM: 16GB – 64GB
- Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 5300M
- Stunning 16-inch screen
- New and improved keyboard
- Expensive
- Limited to four Thunderbolt 3 ports
MSI Creator 17 is one of the best laptops for video editors. It offers catchy and true-to-life colors, which makes the MSI Creator 17 one of the best options. The videos look better when played on this laptop thanks to its mini LED display, which offers vivid colors and bright images.
Properties:
- Screen: 17.3″ UHD (3840×2160)
- Storage: 512GB – 2TB NVMe SSD
- CPU: 10th-generation Intel Core i9 Processor
- GrapIPS-Level – 17.3″ UHD (3840×2160)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER with Max-Q
- RAM: up to 64GB
- Lots of power under the hood
- Beautiful screen
- Pricey
3. Acer ConceptD 7
If you got enough cash on you, the Acer ConceptD is the best bet for wedding video editing in 2021. The Acer ConceptD comes in different series and sizes,” laptops and desktops” that have been fine-tuned for editors and graphic designers.
Specifically, the Acer ConceptD 7-series laptop is a gaming laptop with an attention-grabbing RGB lighting or a gaudy casing. It’s also has a quiet and relaxed fan without loud whirring or roaring.
Listed below are some of the features of Acer ConceptD 7:
- Screen: 15.6-inch, 3840 x 2160 (UHD) IPS
- CPU: Hexa-core Intel Core i7
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080
- RAM: up to 32GB
- Storage: 1TB SSD
- SD card reader: No
- Thunderbolt 3: Yes
4. HP ZBook x2
HP ZBook X2 is expensive but gives you tools that can produce outstanding work. The matte, 14-inch 4K display can edit at any resolution, and if you prefer a stylus, you can keep the Bluetooth keyboard nearby or use the shortcut keys for quick actions.
Properties:
- Size: 14.4 x 8.9 x 0.8 inches (0.6 tablet)
- Weight: 4.9 pounds
- GPU: Intel HD 620 or Nvidia Quadro M620
- RAM: 8GB/16GB/32GB
- Storage: 128GB/256GB/512GB SSD
- CPU: Intel Core i5/Core i7
- Display: 14-inch (4K)
- The Quadro GPU could be more assertive.
- Excellent shortcut management
- Very expensive
- Great stylus
- Comfortable keyboard
- Could have more robust graphics performance
5. Alienware m15 R3
Properties:
- Storage: 256GB SSD or 512GB SSD or 2TB SSDs
- Size: 14.2 x 10.9 x 0.8~0.7 inches
- Weight: 4.7 pounds
- RAM: 8GB/16GB/32GB
- CPU: Intel Core i7/Core i9
- GPU: Nvidia RTX 2060/2070 Super/2080 Super or AMD Radeon RX 5500M
- Display: 15.6-inch (1080p/4K)
- Strong speakers
- Subpar battery life
- Beautiful design
- Gorgeous OLED 4K display
- Good overall and gaming performance
6. Asus ROG Zephyrus G15
Asus’ ROG laptop was designed with an in-built ultimate power at the expense of being light enough to be carried. But not with the ROG Zephyrus G15. This relatively svelte machine weighs 2.1kg and measures 36 x 25.2 x 1.99cm, which supplies the laptop’s power.
Properties:
- It has 16GB or 32GB of RAM with eight potent cores.
- It has a 3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS processor for intensive video rendering.
- It comes with a fast Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 graphics card and 6GB RAM.
- Power with portability.
- Super-fast screen refresh rate.
- Screen color gamut not very wide.
- No built-in card reader.
7. Microsoft Surface Book 3 (15-inch)
The Microsoft Surface Book 3 has different features for professionals in various niches. It has an electromagnetic latch that connects the tablet section to the keyboard without a wobble or wiggle insight.
The laptop can be used as an ultimate editing device due to its Intel Core i7 graphics and 1TB SSD storage. It also has a supports pen and an SD card reader in the keyboard section, whether you’re using a tablet or laptop.
Properties:
- CPU: Quad-core 10th Gen Intel Core i7-1065G7
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q
- RAM: 16GB
- Screen: 15.4-inch, 3240 x 2160 IPS
- Storage: 256GB – 1TB SSD
- SD card reader: Yes
- Thunderbolt 3: No
8. Huawei Matebook X Pro
Huawei’s MateBook X Pro seems to be a MacBook alternative with some differences. It packs a gorgeous metal build, excellent speakers, and biometric security considering how thin it is, feeling more like a MacBook Air than a Pro.
Meanwhile, it has an 8th-gen i7 processor and a full-sized USB port, so you won’t have to carry a dongle with you.
Properties:
- Screen: 13.9-inch, 3000 x 2000 LTPS
- Storage: Up to 1TB SSD
- SD card slot: No
- Thunderbolt 3 port: Yes
- CPU: Quad-core Intel Core i5 – i7
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce MX250 / Intel UHD Graphics
- RAM: 16GB
- Sharp, bright touchscreen
- Over 90% of screen fascia
9. Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (15-inch)
Lenovo ThinkPad P53 is a traditional-looking laptop with incredible internal capacity. It has an entry-level configuration that will handle basic edits, while the supercharged version can tackle huge wedding videos or clips.
Properties:
- CPU: Quad-core Intel Core i5 – octa-core Intel Core i9
- Graphics: Up to NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000
- RAM: Up to 128GB
- Screen: 15.6-inch, (3840 × 2160) LTPS
- Storage: Up to 6TB SSD (3x 2TB drives)
- SD card slot: Yes
- Thunderbolt 3 port: Yes
- Dolby Vision or OLED 4K screen options
- Massively influential when specced up
- SD card slot
- Bulky
- Uninspired design
- It can get costly
10. Dell XPS 15
The Dell XPS 15 is the 4K OLED-screened laptop; you can go for it if you are an editor. While it has Razer Blade 15 for display and its properties and design are better suited to video editing.
For starters, it has an Intel Core i9 power, SD card slot, 64GB RAM – and with up to 1TB in terms of storage. It’s also an ideal machine when working on 4K content which has when ingesting gigabytes.
Properties:
- CPU: Up to 10th-gen octa-core Intel Core i9
- Graphics: Up to Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650Ti
- RAM: Up to 64GB
- Screen: 15.6-inch, 3840 x 2160 touchscreen
- Storage: Up to 1TB SSD
- SD card reader: Yes
- Thunderbolt 3: Yes
- Jaw-dropping OLED screen
- SD card reader
- Not class-leading GPU for the price
- Okay, not great, battery life
Conclusion:
In conclusion, there are a lot of top-notch options when it comes to picking the best laptops for wedding video editing. As we’ve mentioned, you’re looking for a few specific things such as the storage, graphics card, the RAM, CPU component, and the display and ports.
To crown it all, there are many great options out there on the market, so it’s worth doing your research, but we feel you can’t go far wrong with any of the above options! Well, If you need a professional editor and graphic, kindly contact us at info@cutpromedia.com.
Impact of COVID 19 on the Wedding Industry in Australia
Impact of COVID 19 on the Wedding Industry in Australia: Videography.
The wedding industry in Australia is booming with demands and trends. The marriage cases registered in 2019 were 113815 according to the Australian Bureau of statistics. The average wedding costs $36000 for all the setup and arrangement. With the growing wedding industry, there has been a disruption because of COVID-19. As large gatherings are not allowed, many couples are reconsidering their wedding. They are either postponing or re-thinking about the budget, how they want to spend on their big day.
How has COVID-19 affected the Wedding Industry?
COVID-19 has affected some of the major industries like cinema and wedding. This has interrupted the production and distribution of video sources. The industry growth from 2015 to 2020 was on average by 1.6%. This could grow in the coming years but the arrival of COVID-19 is not yet on its way to departure. There has been a major delay in video services and a heavy impact on the post-production industry. It has caused rapid changes in the market price in a few months. COVID-19 has hit hard in the wedding industry. On average, the business has gone down by 50% in the market in 2020. There were around 120000 weddings every year in Australia.
Now it has decreased to 60000. Yet, there will be massive growth in a few years that will bring the shape back. The industry is moving to rework their pending projects. It is in the state to rise with the new changes. There have been updates from the Australian Government in different States. The wedding could take place under certain restrictions. The number of people who attend, seating and meal arrangements, entertainment has changed. Proper social distance with masks and hand gloves is a must. But, couples are planning for their wedding with all the necessary precautions. They must have thought of having photos and videos to capture their celebration.
The average cost of a Wedding Videographer
The cost of a wedding videographer depends on many factors. The average cost is anywhere between $2000 to $6000. The price depends on the time how long the footage is being shot, the number of videographers, type of videos, and states.
Video editing cost in Australia
Here comes what adds up to the budget at the end; the stage of post-production. Many companies and freelancer professionals offer their services at different prices. Their service depends on many factors like skills, experience, time, and place.
Cut Pro Media Pvt. Ltd. offers you perfect video editing services at an affordable price. We offer you the best quality.
It is nice to create a film on somebody’s big day. They get to relive their moment, cherish the celebration without any stress as of that day. No wonder marriages are now very expensive in Australia. There is more cost to post-production. Video is a medium to bring that relief and joy to somebody’s emotions that no other medium can.
How much does it cost to hire a full-time video editor in Australia?
A video editor handles the cut, edit, and create the final video for the audience to view. They get the best out of the raw footage and make a complete film that is worth watching. The editor ensures the features of the video. That includes sound, music background, dialogues, volume, and quality. Then the final shot gets published. The hourly rate of a video editor in Australia is somewhere between $25 to $50. This depends on their skills, experience, company, state, video type, and the deadline.
Editing takes a lot of time and effort. Outsourcing video editing completely works to your advantage. You will save time and money outsourcing the work. Why invest more when Cut Pro Media can work for you at a price you are comfortable at? Hiring a team of editors, buying new technology and software will add up to more cost. Outsourcing with us will solve all your editing issues on time. You are going to get more value for your time and money. We assure you to meet your needs and demands with our latest software and technology.
Top 5 tips on how can you save your money in post-production with us:
- Having the right people to edit.
Our professional editors are up to date with the latest digital technology. We have a creative team and we get the job done in the given timeline. Having the right professionals provides the perfect post-production solution. At Cut Pro Media, we have a specialized team of professionals who deliver the quality you want. We do not compromise.
- Good teamwork
Clients and the production team could work together in producing a better video. We can coordinate well to deliver the best film. We want to work with you as your partners more than as a service provider. We let you choose the style, music, texts, titles, and content, how you want the video to be.
- Time management
Our professional team ensures that the video is all set in the given timeframe. We want better results in meeting the budget parameters. We assure you to provide you the video at the time you need it.
- Don’t overspend your budget on production works
There are many tasks to do as an editor, from cutting to editing. Animation, graphics, sound effects, visual quality, and more are in hands. Make a strategy and plan with our editor on how you want the video to be in which form. Be it is a highlight video for any social media platform or the full film with the whole event captured, we deliver. We accept all types of footage that you send to us in any form. We will make sure to make the video of high quality you will enjoy watching.
- Get creative with your budget
Outsourcing your video editing means you are saving time and money working with experienced professionals who make creative decisions. It is worth your investment. You do not have to worry about renting office space. You do not need to hire staff to do the post-production works. You do not need to rent or buy any extra equipment. Our professionals work on the latest video technology and software. You do not need to stress about any bonus work if you outsource it to us.
There are very competitive prices in the market. Video editing is costly, but we at Cut Pro offer you the editing service at the best price in the market. We offer the best solutions to our clients in a faster turnaround time at an affordable price. We have a team of professionals who will help your customers enjoy better quality videos. We help them relive one of their big moments.
Our 24/7 support team is available to assist you with any queries on social media platforms.
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Benefits of Outsourcing Wedding Video Editing Services to Cut Pro Media
The Benefits of Outsourcing Wedding Video Editing Services
At Cut Pro Media Pvt. Ltd. we have the experience and professional video editors and we can create a beautiful story we help you at all stages of the wedding video editing process. Here are some of the reasons for you to choose us to include :
Fluent English speaking editors
Our video editing team has great English speaking abilities – so communication is always fluid.
We are Cost-effective
By outsourcing wedding video editing services to us, you can substantially cut the overall costs involved in video editing Outsource Wedding Video Editing Pricing that is Simple, Easy & Flexible click here to know more about the price.
Live Customer Support
Regardless of what happens, our 24/7 support team is always available to step in and assist.
Risk-Free Trial
Send your first video editing project to us and if you are not 100% happy with the results we produce, you don’t pay!
Fast Turnaround Time
We are always available to meet the tightest of deadlines when necessary.
Unlimited Changes / Revisions
Whatever changes are needed, send them through and we will Fix them.
Why Cut Pro for wedding video outsourcing?
Why Cut Pro for wedding video outsourcing?
The highly skilled Pro team has mastered wedding video post-production work. In our years of experience working with wedding studios from all over the world, we can handle all of your editing and post-production needs.
Our post-production Team specializes in various wedding video styles. We work hard to understand your vision and the needs of your clients. Based on this information, we will provide personalized wedding video editing services.
Every single editor on the team has years of experience and among us, we’ve worked on the editing and the post-production of hundreds of wedding videos. You can get a better idea of the cut pro team style and why Cut Pro for wedding video outsourcing is your best option by checking out the section below.
We are Cost-effective
By outsourcing wedding video editing services to us, you can substantially cut the overall costs involved in video editing Outsource Wedding Video Editing Pricing that is Simple, Easy & Flexible click here to know more about the price.
Turn-around time
We are always available to meet the tightest of deadlines when necessary.
The highly skilled Pro team has mastered wedding video post-production work. In our years of experience working with wedding studios from all over the world, we can handle all of your editing and post-production needs.
Live Customer Support
Regardless of what happens, our 24/7 support team is always available to step in and assist.
Risk-Free Trial
Send your first video editing project to us and if you are not 100% happy with the results we produce, you don’t pay!
Unlimited Changes / Revisions
Whatever changes are needed, send them through and we will Fix them.
Why You Should Outsource Wedding Video Editing Services
Why You Should Outsource Wedding Video Editing Services
Weddings are a special event for everyone involved. As so much time, planning, and money goes into a wedding, one of the important things you should not forget is to record that special day. Wedding videos are the best way to keep the memories alive and allow you to relive all the special moments. You want your wedding video to be perfect and professionally done so that you can joyfully watch it over and over again throughout the years. The best way to do this is by outsourcing a wedding video editing service.
Most people think video editing is a high-priced service designed mainly for major corporations but that is not the case. Years ago, a large amount of equipment was involved and professional expertise was needed that was hard to find but today, digital media has changed everything. Video technology has become highly evolved and just about any type of video service can be produced and delivered in a reasonable amount of time. This is why video editing can be explored by just about anyone.
Our goal here at Cut Pro Media is to provide the best editing service so you can sit back, relax, and expect a great quality video.
What is a wedding video editing service?
It is a service performed by professional video editors to turn your wedding footage into an amazing video that you can share and watch. By using some of the best editing software, Cut Pro Media can manipulate and arrange video shots to create the best end video product.
Some of the edits that can be performed to your video include stabilization, color grading, effects, adding titles, and adding music. When all of this is put together, an amazing video is formed of your special day that you can always cherish and keep.
Why should you outsource wedding video editing services?
#1: It is affordable.
Video editing does not have to be expensive. With so many services that offer this, competitive prices are out there. Here at Cut Pro Media, we provide you the best price over anyone else in the world.
#2: The turnaround is quick.
Video editing services consist of professionals that know what they are doing, how to do it well, and how to manage their time wisely to return a finished video in very little to no time. If you are waiting on something as special to you as a video of your wedding day, you may become a little impatient during the process and that is understandable. Cut Pro Media knows how to fit your needs to provide you with your requested video work at the time that you need it.
#3: Projects of all sizes are accepted.
Video editing services do not limit the size of the project. You may have hours upon hours of footage and you can be comfortable to know any amount of footage you have will be taken care of. A bride and groom may feel they want their entire wedding filmed and thanks to the editing professionals here at Cut Pro Media, we will gladly accept as much footage as necessary to condense down to some of the best moments of that day for you.
#4: You will receive high-quality content.
By getting your wedding video professionally edited, you can be sure you will receive some of the highest quality content that will make the viewing of your video more enjoyable and pleasing to watch. Everything from the picture, sound, effects, colors, and edits will be done at the highest quality of service.
#5: You will get a comprehensive service.
Cut Pro Media offers complete services that take on all elements and aspects necessary to provide you with the best wedding video.
#6: You get everything you wanted.
When communicating all your ideas and requirements to your editors, you will get exactly what you want without having to worry. If you do not know what you want or what works best for you, we will be sure to help you figure that out.
#7: Your video will come to life.
With quality editing, your video can come to life. Meaning, you can watch it and live it as if you were there again. A well-edited wedding video will take you back to that day every time you watch it. You will remember how you felt, what you heard, what you saw, and how everyone else enjoyed that day.
Now that we explored some reasons as to why you should outsource wedding video editing services, let’s look at how you can find the best editing service. When finding the right person or company to edit your wedding video, here are some qualities you should look for that Cut Pro Media provides.
- Creativity- Our previous work is sure to show you that we know how to creatively put a video together. Everyone is different and Cut Pro Media knows how to take your interests and needs to develop a video the way you want to see it.
- Skillset- This goes along with creativity. We have the right set of skills to create a piece of work you are intending to receive.
- Availability- Cut Pro Media understands time is important. We are sure to work with you to be available when you need us the most.
- Professionalism- We pride ourselves in the professionalism we offer. We understand that you do not want to hand your work over to just anyone and you will be happy to know it will be in the right hands with Cut Pro Media.
As briefly mentioned before, you should always communicate exactly what you want to your wedding video editor. This is a sure way to make sure you are getting something you want and will love. Here are some things you may want to think about regarding how you want your video edited.
- Editing style
- Text and titles
- Music choice
- Specific cuts to make
- Effects
- Rearranging of clips
A wedding video should capture the romance, excitement, emotion, happiness, and beauty of that day. By outsourcing wedding video editing services, you are sure to be left with a lasting memory of that day that will always be treasured.
