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On WeddingWire since 2023
Verterra Films is a Portland, Maine-based wedding videography company with a focus on filming what feels good. Owners Jesse and Mercedes are seasoned professionals who have worked on documentaries, podcasts, television shows, commercials, and short films in addition to weddings. They know what it takes to create a compelling film and make it their mission to transform your story into a stunning work of art. They have a strong set of skills between them, with Mercedes as the creative editor, and Jesse in charge of sound. Combined with their mindful, laid-back, narrative-driven approach, you'll be left with a film that breathes the essence of your special day. Jesse and Mercedes have teared up while editing and laughed and cheered while filming, living for that moment when they deliver your fully edited video. Passionate and dedicated, they pour their entire hearts into your film because they believe you deserve nothing less.
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Get the ball rolling by contacting Verterra Films for a friendly chat. Jesse and Mercedes would be more than happy to guide you through their packages, helping you choose one to suit your needs and budget. They provide full-feature videos in high definition using multiple cameras to capture your occasion from all angles. They cover everything from rehearsal dinners to after parties and all the milestones between and are available to travel between locations. Additional services include drone footage and raw footage, and their fully edited videos are presented digitally on USB flash drives for an optimal viewing experience.
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Mercedes and Jesse from Verterra Films are highly recommended wedding videographers. They are praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional talent, professionalism, and attention to detail. Their videos are described as exceeding expectations and capturing the special moments of the day perfectly. They are also commended for their communication and for making the couples feel comfortable and at ease on their wedding day. Overall, reviewers highly recommend booking them for a memorable and personalized wedding video.
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I’m Mercedes. I’ve been in the video production industry for many years, primarily as an editor. I’ve edited everything from music videos to documentary films to television shows.
I’m also a photographer (for work and for fun) and when I'm not in the editing cave you'll most likely find me on a walk with our dog, Lily, listening to a podcast.
Special skills include: juggling & making pesto, but not at the same time...although I've never tried. I love the movie Clue. I'm *slightly* obsessed with seltzer, but I'm trying to cut back. Current favorite song: Automatic by Lake Street Dive.
My favorite part of creating a wedding video is when I make myself tear up while watching the edit 🥲 (this happens a lot!)
I’m Jesse. I’m a musician, sound designer/recordist, videographer, and drone pilot, in that order. I’m grateful to have done commercial camera work for television, composed music for podcasts and short films, sound designed and mixed for commercials, the list goes on.
Production aside, when I find something that I’m passionate about, I dive in. Deep. I’m a student to whatever can teach me. I love rhythm. My favorite season is spring (for the warblers 🐥). I enjoy teaching. I’m a skier, I love the flow. I’m obsessed with corduroy hats and watermelon. My music taste changes frequently but if it’s got pocket, I’m hooked. Little Simz - “no thank you” is the current album on repeat.
My favorite parts of a wedding day are the intimate moments that give me goosebumps (parent first looks and sunset portrait sessions 🌅)