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7 Critical Questions to Ask Your Wedding Videographer Before Hiring
Selecting the right wedding videographer is crucial for capturing the essence and emotion of your day. Explore vital questions covering availability, emergency protocols, data protection, delivery timelines, audio capture, and full event coverage.
Capturing your wedding day on video is about more than just recording events; it's about encapsulating the emotions, the atmosphere, and the unique story of your day. Choosing the right wedding videographer is crucial to ensuring that your memories are preserved in a way that reflects the essence of your celebration. As leaders in wedding videography and photography, we understand the importance of finding a videographer who not only possesses technical skill but also understands the emotional depth of the day. Here are pivotal questions to ask, framed to highlight why our videography service stands out as the best choice for your wedding.
1. Availability During High-Demand Seasons
Question:
Is your team available for my wedding date, especially during busy months?
The busiest months for weddings—September to October and April to June—require early booking of videography services. Confirming availability early in your planning process is crucial. This initial question will also give you insight into how the videography team manages their schedule and commitments during peak seasons.
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2. Backup Plans for Emergencies
Question:
What protocols do you have in place if the assigned videographer cannot make it on my wedding day?
Emergencies can happen to anyone, so it's essential to know your videographer's backup plan. Unlike many, our service model includes a contingency strategy where we ensure every wedding has a secondary shooter. Our approach guarantees that, in case of an unforeseen event, a highly skilled and experienced videographer will cover your wedding, ensuring quality and consistency in your wedding film.
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3. Safeguarding Your Memories
Question:
How do you protect our wedding footage from data loss or corruption?
Data protection is as critical in videography as it is in photography. We require our videographers to use cameras with dual recording capabilities, ensuring immediate backup of footage. Additionally, all footage is backed up on multiple drives and cloud storage with redundancy to prevent loss from drive failure. For added security, our client's wedding films are stored indefinitely on our secure servers, offering long-term protection for your most cherished memories.
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4. Turnaround Time for Wedding Films
Question:
How soon after the wedding will we receive our wedding film?
Transparency about delivery timelines is vital. Editing a wedding film is a detailed and creative process that shouldn't be rushed. We've optimized our workflow to balance efficiency with quality, aiming to deliver teaser clips within a week and the full wedding film within a timeframe that exceeds industry standards—often within 1 to 3 months, depending on the package chosen.
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5. Understanding the Videography Team
Question:
Can you tell me about the videographers on your team and how you match them with clients?
The relationship with your wedding videographer is pivotal. It’s important to know how the videography team is selected and matched with clients to ensure a harmonious fit. We carefully vet each videographer for not only their technical skills and artistic vision but also their ability to connect with clients on a personal level. This ensures a comfortable and enjoyable experience for you and your guests, with a videography team that enhances your day by capturing its spirit with sensitivity and creativity.
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6. Capturing Pristine Audio
Question:
How do you capture audio throughout the day?
Capturing clear audio is essential for a vibrant and authentic wedding film. We use lavaliere microphones on key participants, such as the groom and officiant, during the ceremony. Backup mics are strategically placed around the venue, and we often connect to PA systems or DJ booths for comprehensive audio capture. Special software is then used to integrate this audio seamlessly with your video, ensuring every word and note is preserved in crystal clarity.
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7. Full-Length Event Coverage
Question:
Can I receive a full playthrough of significant events?
We excel in delivering full-length cuts of your most important moments. By establishing strategic camera angles and focusing our shooters on capturing reliable shots, we ensure that your film includes complete coverage of significant events, allowing you to relive your special day in detail.
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Selecting the right wedding videographer means ensuring they are capable of both capturing the essence of your day and providing a seamless, enjoyable experience. By asking these questions, you're taking an important step towards finding a service that doesn't just document your wedding but enriches the experience, offering peace of mind and confidence that your memories are in skilled hands. Our commitment to quality, security, and personal connection sets us apart, making us the ideal choice for couples looking for exceptional wedding videography services.
Visit our wedding videography and photography landing pages to discover how we can help make your wedding unforgettable. Let us capture the heart of your celebration with the professionalism, artistry, and care it truly deserves.
Celebrating Sairah & Praveen: An Elegant Day to Remember
Nestled amidst the lush scenery of Martinsville Gardens in Bridgewater Township, NJ, Sairah & Praveen's wedding was a captivating blend of elegance and joy. It was more than just a day; it was the culmination of countless memories, shared dreams, and an everlasting promise.
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Nestled amidst the lush scenery of Martinsville Gardens in Bridgewater Township, NJ, Sairah & Praveen's wedding was a captivating blend of elegance and joy. It was more than just a day; it was the culmination of countless memories, shared dreams, and an everlasting promise.
From the early morning rituals to the grand evening reception, the day was filled with remarkable moments. Particularly memorable were the pre-ceremonial traditions which, though intimate, brought forth a burst of emotions, painting the canvas for the day's main event. And as evening settled, the reception came alive with heartfelt performances by their loved ones, turning an elegant gathering into a jubilant celebration.
Capturing this special day, we chose a documentary approach, punctuated with editorial elements. This style allowed us to chronicle the event while also creating images that resonated with the ambiance and the couple's personality. The interiors of the church and Martinsville Gardens added a distinct character to our frames, with their architecture and vibe complementing the day's essence.
In our commitment to capture the day uniquely, we played with various techniques: from intriguing time-lapses to the dramatic effect of direct flash. Moreover, our focus was to highlight the understated moments – the tiny gestures, subtle exchanges, and intricate details. It's in these seemingly ordinary moments that true beauty often lies.
For Sairah & Praveen, the day was about love, commitment, and the joy of togetherness. Our aim was to make each image, each clip, resonate with these sentiments. So that when revisited, they'd not just see photographs, but feel the emotions of the day once more.
To all the couples out there dreaming of their big day, remember that every moment holds a story. Let us be the wedding photographers to help you tell it.
For memories that last a lifetime, crafted with precision and passion, get in touch.
A creative blend of documentary and editorial styles, this image showcases Sairah & Praveen lost in a shared moment against the picturesque Martinsville Gardens.
A close-up shot capturing the intricate details of Sairah's bridal attire, highlighting the traditional yet modern essence of a South Asian Christian wedding.
A close-up shot capturing the intricate details of Sairah's bridal attire, highlighting the traditional yet modern essence of a South Asian Christian wedding.
Brandon's Review
Danny and Joey, you both kept us laughing and feeling natural and calm. Both came dressed appropriately and were professional for our entire day. They were calm and cool, especially when we had to get things done in a short time frame for timing purposes. They worked fantastically with our other vendors and we got our teaser video one day after our wedding, which immediately had everyone crying again... and it's just the teaser. Not only are these two fantastic to have around for their personalities and jokes, but they are incredible at what they do. The videos they captured have our jaws on the floor. It was such a beautiful way to reexperience the day, especially since it feels like it goes so fast. To be able to rewatch the moments in such high quality and in a cinematic way.. it's undescribable. Everytime I watch it I cry. A videographer is a must, brides. You will, I promise you, rewatch your wedding video when you are older, have kids, during difficult moments to ground yourselves and remember why it was all worth it... its necessary. You'll be thankful you signed with these guys. Danny, Joey, I'm so grateful for you both. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts.
“First off I want to start off by saying I am not related to Danny or his counterpart Joey. Everyone feels skeptical of who they can trust to capture the most memorable day of your life , and I was there too. I got in contact with Danny and after the first conversation on the phone I felt his confidence in his voice and knew he was going to crush it. Everyone needs to book Timeline visuals before they blow up and will not have any availability for years to come. Danny is a true professional and down to earth guy , truly a pleasure working with. My man Joey has a creative mind and knows how to handle the crowd in a professional and fun manner. Their drone videos are absolutely a need as well if celebrating a wedding. You can see the passion in their work during the whole time they are on the camera and also the masterpiece they create in the edited pics/vids. 100% recommend and 100% will be working with them in the future. Thank you guys for capturing the best day of my life.”
Brandon & Marissa’s Wedding Video Teaser at
The Mill Lakeside Manor
1309 Ocean Rd Spring Lake, NJ 07762
Source - Google Reviews
Chris's Review
Have you ever met someone for the first time and felt like you could speak with them as if they are long time friends? That's how I felt with Danny and Joey. Fanatic vibes from the both of them. My Wife did a stellar job picking them for our wedding.
Less than 24 hours after our wedding they sent a sneak peek video. I must say it absolutely blew my mind. Not only are they good people but they are incredibly talented.
Sara & Chris’s Wedding Video Teaser at
Perona Farms
350 Andover Sparta Rd, Andover Township, NJ 07821
“Have you ever met someone for the first time and felt like you could speak with them as if they are long time friends? That’s how I felt with Danny and Joey. Fanatic vibes from the both of them. My Wife did a stellar job picking them for our wedding.
Less than 24 hours after our wedding they sent a sneak peek video. I must say it absolutely blew my mind. Not only are they good people but they are incredibly talented.”
Source - Google Reviews
Sarila's Review
Danny and Joey, you both kept us laughing and feeling natural and calm. Both came dressed appropriately and were professional for our entire day. They were calm and cool, especially when we had to get things done in a short time frame for timing purposes. They worked fantastically with our other vendors and we got our teaser video one day after our wedding, which immediately had everyone crying again... and it's just the teaser. Not only are these two fantastic to have around for their personalities and jokes, but they are incredible at what they do. The videos they captured have our jaws on the floor. It was such a beautiful way to reexperience the day, especially since it feels like it goes so fast. To be able to rewatch the moments in such high quality and in a cinematic way.. it's undescribable. Everytime I watch it I cry. A videographer is a must, brides. You will, I promise you, rewatch your wedding video when you are older, have kids, during difficult moments to ground yourselves and remember why it was all worth it... its necessary. You'll be thankful you signed with these guys. Danny, Joey, I'm so grateful for you both. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts.
Sara & Chris’s Wedding Video Teaser at
Perona Farms
350 Andover Sparta Rd, Andover Township, NJ 07821
“Danny and Joey, you both kept us laughing and feeling natural and calm. Both came dressed appropriately and were professional for our entire day. They were calm and cool, especially when we had to get things done in a short time frame for timing purposes. They worked fantastically with our other vendors and we got our teaser video one day after our wedding, which immediately had everyone crying again... and it’s just the teaser. Not only are these two fantastic to have around for their personalities and jokes, but they are incredible at what they do. The videos they captured have our jaws on the floor. It was such a beautiful way to reexperience the day, especially since it feels like it goes so fast. To be able to rewatch the moments in such high quality and in a cinematic way.. it’s undescribable. Everytime I watch it I cry. A videographer is a must, brides. You will, I promise you, rewatch your wedding video when you are older, have kids, during difficult moments to ground yourselves and remember why it was all worth it... its necessary. You’ll be thankful you signed with these guys. Danny, Joey, I’m so grateful for you both. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts.”
Source - Google Reviews
Why Should I Hire a Professional Wedding Videographer?
Videography is expensive. You’re not wrong and there’s nothing wrong with being on a budget and thinking you’ll pass on a videographer for your wedding day. I often hear, “I’ve been on the fence about video but I feel like I’ll regret it if I don’t” and you probably will.
Video is one of those things that you don’t always see its value until long after when the memory has faded. Video is something you watch and gives a deeper perspective on the day. Pictures don’t have the audio of your personal vows and don’t truly show the motion of just how twirly that dress was.
“Who’s going to watch that?”
Videography is expensive. You’re not wrong and there’s nothing wrong with being on a budget and thinking you’ll pass on a videographer for your wedding day. I often hear, “I’ve been on the fence about video but I feel like I’ll regret it if I don’t” and you probably will.
Video is one of those things that you don’t always see its value until long after when the memory has faded. Video is something you watch and gives a deeper perspective on the day. Pictures don’t have the audio of your personal vows and don’t truly show the motion of just how twirly that dress was.
Audio
A professional wedding videographer captures clean audio. The videographer will hide a lav mic on the groom and have special white microphones for the bride that can clip to a garter around the her leg. The videographer will also mic the officiant or set up a recorder off of the pa system. They’ll hide backups at the podium when aunt Susy forgets to do her reading into the mic. They’ll capture clear audio of the audience roaring to see bride and groom enter the reception and they’ll grab a feed directly off the DJs speakers or board to capture every moment of the events audio in clear, crisp, and vivid detail.
Throwing up a camera and using camera audio may get a gist of what they are saying but likely you’ll get muffled audio you cant make out.
The certain things photos cannot not save and that’s audio. If you want to look back on your speeches and remember what was said a professional wedding videographer is going to record that for you.
Its all about the angles.
A professional wedding videographer will have multiple cameras some times 3-4 of them. weddings are wild. Here is a scenario...
You can’t always control uncle bill. The unplugged ceremony is just a suggestion to the man. He’s going to whip out that front facing camera and go full on tunnel vision trying to maneuver his phone, physically flipping it around because it’s a video of his face and the damn thing is just too complicated. (He misses when phones were simple) While he is doing that he backs up and centers his head in the only video camera forming a perfect composition of the bald spot he is been doing his best to hide.
Most wedding videographers will have at least 2 camera ops. So in the event uncle bill backs up into the lead videographer and takes him out, there is still another manned camera triumphantly capturing the first kiss.
“Ill probably never watch it “
A professional wedding video needs a professional wedding video editor. So if you will watch it, comes down to what’s going to be important to you 5-10-15 years later? It might be different for different people. Some might value a brief highlight video. Some might want to sit back and listen to their fathers toast or relive those written vows. Be aware that video edits can vary greatly so think what it is that would be best for you.
Timeline Visuals does professional wedding and event videography
Located Northern/Central New Jersey.
Adam & Lexie // 5.14.22 // Minerals Hotel, Vernon, NJ // Highlight Video.
Congrats Adam & Lexie!
We loved shooting their event at Minerals Hotel in Vernon, NJ
Such a wonderful couple with vibrant personalities that really made our job easy.
Congrats Adam & Lexie!
We loved shooting their wedding video at Minerals Hotel in Vernon, NJ
Such a wonderful couple with vibrant personalities that really made our job easy.
Their wedding video package:
II. Just the Highlights
Coverage Included
10 Hours of Video coverage.
One Primary Wedding Videographer
Edits Included:
2-3 minute wedding Highlight edit*
Wedding Videos are Full HD 1080p mp4 digital files
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Using a Gamepad to Cull Photos in lightroom
If you are like me and absolutely loath the culling process. this might be something that appeals to you. I use a combination of this and a program called Aftershoot which uses AI to cull your photos for you. This is often my first step and then I go through and check for only my absolute favorites and neccisary photos.
If you are like me and absolutely loath the culling process. this might be something that appeals to you. I use a combination of this and a program called Aftershoot which uses AI to cull your photos for you. This is often my first step and then I go through and check for only my absolute favorites and neccisary photos. You can get 10% off aftershoot with this code.
With this guide youll be able to kick your feet up and relax by grabbing your favorite console controller and programing it to use keyboard shortcuts. This is a universal keybinding process and can be use it any program such as premier pro for multicam editing, davicni resolve, Photomechanic, capture one Aftershoot or honestly any program with a large amount of shortcuts, Forr this we will be explaining the shortcuts for lightroom.
If you are on a windows PC you are going to want to purchase Controller Companion it is $2.99 and well worth it.. You can purchase it using the steam store, this should be familiar to any PC gamers reading this. You can also purchase it directly from them here.
The idea is programing you gamepad to utalize shortcuts so you dont have to touch your mose or keyboard a full list of lightroom shortcuts can be found here.
So first thing you need to do after installing is open it. For whatever reason it opens directly to to the taskbar icons. you need to click the icon and open settings
Next navigate to profiles. I would reccomend creating a program binding if you plan on using more then one program.
Below is my lightroom Profile
the best part is you can use any controler you want. Some may even opt for a wireless keyboard like the Corsair K83
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Toni and Frank's Wedding Highlight
Toni and Frank’s Wedding Highlight Video
Toni and Frank had a blast of a backyard wedding at their home in South Jersey. They know how to party.
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