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Still photography
Highlight video
Footage uniqueness and quality
Capturing unique moments

About

On WeddingWire since 2010

Gloucester based wedding video studio, offering customizable packages, easy online booking, and high-quality 4K Ultra-HD Documentary and Cinematic Highlights films. They specialize in a hybrid cinematic/documentary style and prioritize capturing your special day discreetly while allowing you to relax and enjoy the occasion.

Experience

Jim Merchant, owner and lead videographer, has extensive experience in the wedding industry, having filmed hundreds of weddings throughout New England since 2010. He guarantees high-quality results as the main videographer and editor of your wedding video, with the goal of capturing the essence of your special day.

Services Offered

Our award-winning videography company offers a range of packages and add-ons, with editing to documentary feature films, highlights films, and teaser trailers. Check our website for current pricing, or to request a complete brochure!

Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Full Feature Video
High-Def Video
Multi. Cameras
Multi. Locations

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Full Feature Video
High-Def Video
Highlight Video
Multi. Cameras
Multi. Locations

What primary style do you identify with?

Cinematic
Documentary
Short Form

Which wedding events do you service?

Ceremony
Pre-Ceremony
Reception

What videography services do you offer?

Drone Footage
Full Feature Video
Highlight Video
Multi. Cameras
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Raw Footage

What final video formats do you offer?

Digital Download
USB Flash Drive
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97% Recommended by couples
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Kevin S. Sent on 02/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience and Videos!

We weren’t sure if wanted to hire a videographer for our wedding in August 2023, but we are SO glad that we did. Originally, it just seemed out of our budget because some of the videographers we looked at were so expensive. When we found Pirate’s Lane Video, Jim worked with us to create a custom package that included all the footage/videos we wanted at a price that worked within our budget. Besides fitting into our budget, Jim was also extremely nice and easy to work with. Before we signed the contract, he hopped on the phone with us to chat through his approach, allowed us to ask a ton of questions, and made us feel at ease. Another reason we hired Jim is because many of his online reviews mentioned that they didn’t notice him much on the wedding day (in a good way!). Sometimes, seeing a camera in your face and being reminded that you are being filmed may make you act differently and a bit less natural. Jim was able to capture every single moment of the day, and we barely noticed he was there. That is exactly what we wanted! He was also very flexible when we decided to add a video to our package AFTER the wedding. And probably most importantly, the final videos we received are absolutely amazing. All we can say is WOW! He is so talented and wonderfully arranged beautiful moments and footage with beautiful music. We could not be more pleased with his work. Do not hesitate to hire Pirate’s Lane Video for your wedding – you will be very happy that you did!
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Mary R. Sent on 05/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

So excited to see the video!

Jim was great the day of in capturing all of the big and little moments. My husband and I are so excited to see the video.
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Bridgette T. Sent on 07/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience with Jim!

We had our wedding ceremony this past weekend with only our immediate family, best man, and maid of honor in attendance. Although we were sad not to have our 400 guests attend the ceremony live, Jim was able to help us so that they could all attend virtually! Jim was such a pleasure to work with. Leading up to the wedding, he was so accommodating of the requests I had for the livestream website (adding a chat function, adding a PDF of the wedding with both English and Vietnamese translations of the ceremony). Our guests had told us the sound and video quality of the livestream was amazing - they could hear and see almost everything. The price was extremely affordable and reasonable. I would highly recommend working with Jim!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
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We can't say enough good things about Pirates Lane Video (THEY DID A VIDEO FOR US). Prompt, excellent equipment, gave us plenty of time, the editing and final video of our event was absolutely terrific. Jim Merchant is pleasant, easy to work with, and has an instinctive feel for what special moments to capture and include in your video. He works with you to make sure it's just what you want, and there are no hassles over making changes to get it just right. Even though you will have a rehearsed plan of events, you will be preoccupied with your part in it. Those special moments that just happen - Jim will spot them and make sure nothing special in your event will be missed. Jim Merchant of Pirates Lane will make sure that all is captured that you expected, and then make it into a video that has a creative and special quality that comes from his keen eye and instincts about how to make your video extra special. When we have another event, Pirates Lane is the only video service we'd think of hiring for the job. - Sharon Shea

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