Are you a commercial studio or a home-based business?
My home studio is beautiful, professional and accessible at any hour.
What types, such as unedited footage or special effects, of videography do you offer?
No rules but for the couple to love it!
Describe any special editing services you offer:
Both capture and edit is everything! Timing, music, camera angle, depth of field, background, flow, story... I live to shoot and shoot to create compelling stories!
Do you have lighting equipment to accommodate a more dimly-lit event?
My approach is always respectful of my surroundings, so in a church no lights. When I do use a light it is very soft, 20 watts usually. Just enough to stop the "snow" look/effect of a high gain exposure setting.
How many videographers do you work with?
I have worked with nine videography companies in Cincinnati. The biggest, the best and the little guy. We help each other when needed.
Does the client get to meet the videographers before the event?
Yes, and I also always attend your rehearsal ceremony, where I meet your wedding party, family and friends.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
Absolutely, positively, without question, yes!
Do you book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
No, white flower is not that style of business.
Do you have a replacement videographer in case you become unavailable on the event day?
Yes, but unthinkable.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
The best! A nice and tight little arsenal of goodies most would die for!
Do you bring backup equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
Yes, always!
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
Little if none.
Do you charge overtime?
To date, I never have charged overtime.
Do you give access to your raw footage?
Rarely, but possible.
Do you reserve the right to use the video in the future for promotions, contents, etc.?
I protect my customers personal information above everything. That is why I came up with using locations in online video descriptions. White Flower would never release it's rights to a contest/promotion like The Knot's "my real wedding", AFV, or other such things.
Is the client involved in the editing process? If so, how much input does the client have in editing?
The vast majority of my clients are in the creative field and trust my creative ability but I am always open for review.
How long does it take for the client to get the final video?
If you want an "insert our picture here" wedding video I am the wrong person. I want my hard work to live as long as possible, that takes time, attention and care. In the end I have far fewer brides, but very happy ones!