Jen Adams & Associates, Inc. 4.6 out of 5.0 4.7/5.0
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2507 Sweetwater Trail, Winter Park, FL 32789
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Business Info
Services: PhotographyVideography
Established: 1999
Employees: 5
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About
Jen Adams & Associates, Inc. (formerly Adams Videography) was founded in 1999 with the goal of providing affordable and professional wedding videos to couples on a budget. Since then, we've expanded to include Wedding Photography, Family Photography, Party Coverage for Birthdays, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, "Quinses", Corporate Events, Headshots, Senior Portraits, and MORE. We work with all budgets!! Thinking of Video coverage? We also offer fully-edited DVD's and Photo Montages for your upcoming event, whether it be a Birthday, a Reunion, a Wedding, a Special Anniversary, ETC... It is our pleasure to offer you many ways to capture memories that will last a lifetime. Our company of one has expanded into Jen Adams & Associates, Inc. because we have found several "Associates" that do things the "Jen Adams Way" -- by being organized, helpful, knowing our clients wants/needs, being efficient with the clients' time, and ultimately making the client feel comfortable. And, while working for you, if you notice, we are smiling through the entire process. It is important to hire someone that truly enjoys what they do. That is all of us! Call or email if we can be of service to you! 407.647.4434 407.310.8588 Email: avphoto@mac.com

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Endorsements
Jen Adams and her team do a terrific job of capturing the day! From photo to video they offer everything you need to keep your memories alive forever. Affordable, professional and caring! I have worked with Jen and her team for years and highly recommend their services.
Jen was such a pleasure to work with from the initial phone call to the wedding day. I can only hope that we'll get to work together more often!
I had the oppotunity to see Jen at her best,this summer at a wedding. She is Awesome, she catches the most amaxzing breath taking shots. Her professionalism is outstanding, she is into the bride and the groom 100% and catches memories to last for a life time. She is also well organized, and Respectful, to not only the client, but the vendors around her.
Jennifer is not only a talented photographer but also a joy to work with! She is always full of energy and enthusiasm. I've seen her shooting photos of brides & grooms in gardens, hotel ballrooms, and churches and she's always pleasant and fun! It's obvious she enjoys her work. You'll be thrilled with the experience of hiring Jen Adams & Associates for their professionalism and elegant photography.
Jen and her Associates are the best!! They are prompt, prepared, courteous and know there profession all at an affordable price. Our business presents a challenging environment for photographers and videographers and Jen came through beautifuly. Working with them has been a pleasure. I look forward to working with them again in the near future.

Fun Factory Entertainment
There is no one in the business as much fun to work with as Jen. Her work is amazing. I've used her for my own family portraits. A true professional. I would highly reccomend Jen and/or any of her associates for any event. Darrin/Fun Factory Entertainment
Jen Adams and I go back a few years always on time, lively personality, down to earth gets to know the couple with great finesse and fabulous professionalism. I look forward to each and every event that we work on together.
Jen Adams & Associates are amazing. They are one of our most preferred vendors to work with. Their staff has a way of just putting everyone at ease. The quality of her equiptment and the unique shots that she always catches are second to none. Any couple would be lucky to have Jen as their photograher and videographer!

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism, Portraiture, Traditional / Posed
 
What do your packages include?
Albums, Custom Graphic Design, Digital Files, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Matted Prints, Prints, Proof CD of All Images
 
Do you have liability insurance?
No
 
Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
We are able to meet the needs of each client... this way one who wants 1 hour of coverage and the copyrights only can be happy, as well as the client that wants 9 hours, parent albums, a new-style album for them, etc.
 
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
All...
 
Is your media preference film or digital?
We specialize in digital.
 
How many photographers do you work with?
There are 4 photographers that work with our company. If you want 2 shooters, we can do that!
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes, unless we are dead. :)
 
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
Yes, in a weekend, and we never overlap times.
 
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes, depending on the day. We cannot have a photographer waiting in the wings. That is not practical. However, our contracts discuss this in great detail, and we have never had to switch a photographer.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
2 sets. We use Canon 5 d's which are 12.9 megapixel professional cameras. We always bring a back up set as well.
 
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
YES!
 
Do you charge hourly or full day?
Hourly.
 
Are you available to shoot extra hours? If yes, how much do you charge for extra hours?
We are always happy to extend depending on your needs and the hourly rate is the same as if you had hired us for the extra hour on the contract.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Breaks?
 
Do you charge for travel?
Yes, but we discuss that with our clients if the venue is out of our area. We are reasonable.
 
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
Typically 5-7 days
 
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
CD and we print proofs for you as well.
 
How long can the client keep the proofs?
Forever!
 
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
No.
 
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Our contracts say we may use an image for promotional purposes. We would never use a shot that is unflattering.
 
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
Yes.
 
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes!
 
What kind of albums do you offer?
Coffee table style as well as classic.
 
When will the client get the final album?
Every client is different. Depends on the client

Frequently Asked Questions for Videography
What primary style do you identify with?
Documentary
 
What do your packages include?
Ceremony, Edited Video, Montage - Childhood / Dating, Montage - Wedding Highlights, Pre-Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner
 
What formats can the final video be in?
DVD, VHS
 
Do you have liability insurance?
No
 
Are you a commercial studio or a home-based business?
Home Based
 
What types, such as unedited footage or special effects, of videography do you offer?
one camera and edited.
 
Describe any special editing services you offer:
simple and basic which is reflected in our pricing.
 
Do you have lighting equipment to accommodate a more dimly-lit event?
Yes, but one cannot light up the night. (I don't think a client would want that anyway)
 
How many videographers do you work with?
3
 
Does the client get to meet the videographers before the event?
They can
 
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Our contracts discuss this heavily.
 
Do you book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
n/a
 
Do you have a replacement videographer in case you become unavailable on the event day?
Yes, depending on the day. We cannot have a photographer waiting in the wings. That is not practical. However, our contracts discuss this in great detail, and we have never had to switch a videographer the week/day of a wedding.
 
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
2 sets. It is an upgraded "home" video system (not like a news camera) but it is clear, and we use professional mic system as well as a pro light system. Our pricing reflects the camera.
 
Do you bring backup equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes!
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Breaks?
 
Do you charge overtime?
We have an hourly rate of $100 hour after the contracted time has run out. It is billed by the quarter hour and is not more than the hourly rate on the original contract.
 
Do you give access to your raw footage?
We do but is is not necessary.
 
Do you reserve the right to use the video in the future for promotions, contents, etc.?
Yes. It is in our contracts that we may use footage for promotional purposes. We would never use unfavorable footage. If there is a special concern, we would accommodate.
 
Is the client involved in the editing process? If so, how much input does the client have in editing?
Not really in our price range. BUT, we do ask for music choices, and if there is anything our client can tell us up front we would love to abide by her ideas if we can do it! :)
 
How long does it take for the client to get the final video?
4-6 weeks unless in a crunch time of which we let the client know.

Tips and Advice
Don't get talked into spending more than you know you can afford. A strong/fair company will not put pressure on you the night you meet to sign the contract. In the end, your day is your day and you should feel as happy about your vendors as you do about your family and friends. Go with someone that is approachable and someone you feel comfortable with in the end... This person/company is capturing your day, 1/60 of a second at a time!