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Finding Your Videographer

Finding a good videographer for your wedding is similar to the task of finding the right photographer. (And before you say “oh, that’s unnecessary —Mom didn’t have one,” remember that times have changed, and videographers are extremely popular nowadays for a reason: they allow you to fully relive your big day whenever you want!) It will also take out an additional 5-10% of your entire budget.

Movie magic.
Videographers are in the movie-making business, and there’s nothing like seeing an actual film of your wedding. Unlike the old, clunky days of home movies, videographers can shoot digitally, make montages, and add special effects, themes, narration, and even old stills of the two of you into the story. Since they all have their distinct style, and prices, you want to do some research.

Start by asking friends for references, and ask to see their wedding videos. You should also ask vendors—just make sure that your photographer and videographer are not in cahoots on commissions. Also check the yellow pages and do a Google search.

Film school.
Once you find videographers who interest you, make sure you get to see an entire wedding that they shot, not a montage. You need to make sure you love the results of a complete ceremony. You have to like the potential videographers’ personality—he or she will be a “guest” at your wedding. Sound is crucial to your “film”; make sure everything is audible, with no rustle of leaves drowning out the “I Do’s.” Also, when interviewing, make sure the videographer you like will be the one at the wedding; some companies will send out a different person than the one you interviewed. All of the above needs to be signed and counter-signed in the contract.

Like a photographer, go over necessary “shots” so nothing gets left out on the big day. Each videographer will have their own approach; some will want a lot of control, some will want very little. Both are fine, provided you’re comfortable with the choice. If you’re a control freak and your videographer demands you stay “off the set,” then he’s not the right guy for you. On the other hand, if you want to add a little Igmar Bergman into your scenes from a marriage, go with the more avant-garde guy. The choice of film is up to you. Just add popcorn.

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