What primary style do you identify with?
Cinematic, Documentary, Short Form, Storytelling
What do your packages include?
Ceremony, Edited Video, Montage - Music Dubbed Over, Montage - Wedding Highlights, Multiple Videographers, Multple Cameras, Online Highlight Films, Pre-Ceremony, Reception
What formats can the final video be in?
Blu-Ray, DVD
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Are you a commercial studio or a home-based business?
Home Based with access to Commercial Studio. I also work part time as on air talent and production for RSN TV 16 in North Conway, NH.
What types, such as unedited footage or special effects, of videography do you offer?
One camera, multiple cameras.
Describe any special editing services you offer:
Photo montage videos to be shown at the Rehearsal Dinner Video.
Do you have lighting equipment to accommodate a more dimly-lit event?
Yes BUT not obtrusive, we use a 1 inch by 1 inch on camera light, we do not set up stage lighting or create an environment where your guests will feel uncomfortable. Our goal is to be as unobtrusive as possible while capturing the irreplaceable moments of your wedding celebration.
How many videographers do you work with?
Always myself, my assistant, and when necessary associates.
Does the client get to meet the videographers before the event?
I try to meet each client if logistically possible at least once before the wedding.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Yes, unless someone agrees to a date I am already booked knowing (and signing off) that they are hiring my associates.
Do you book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
I only double book when the 2nd couple wants to, if not I just do one wedding a day, but possibly multiple weddings a weekend (one on Sat, one on Sunday)
Do you have a replacement videographer in case you become unavailable on the event day?
Yes, I have an extensive local network of other videographers and we always are open to helping each other out in those situations - and of course I will only do that if approved by client. If not a refund will be issued.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
Cameras, Tripods, batteries, tape stock, wireless micrphones, on camera light, back up gear, umbrella, gloves, and any other seasonal gear needed.
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?
None really, just to go to the bathroom and maybe sneak a few bites of dinner if a meal is provided.
Do you charge overtime?
Yes as outlined with each client if they do NOT book the full day package.
Do you give access to your raw footage?
For a fee.
Do you reserve the right to use the video in the future for promotions, contents, etc.?
Yes unless the couple is adamant that I do not post clips on my site for promotion of my work.
Is the client involved in the editing process? If so, how much input does the client have in editing?
This is outlined in my contract in further detail, but each couple receives a proof DVD and we can make basic changes from there, change out songs, look for additional footage, take out footage etc... then once the proof dvd is approved, you will receive the final DVD's.
How long does it take for the client to get the final video?
Since my busy season is now about 10 months of the year, I always outline a 15-20 week turn around in my contract but will do my best to get it done faster. I do not want to compromise the quality of the video due to time constraints. I will do a "rush job" for circumstances such as an ailing relative who can't make it to the wedding etc....