Question 1

How long is the average wedding video?

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The length of your wedding video will primarily depend on the type of wedding video you are creating. The average wedding video is anywhere between two and thirty minutes, depending on the package you agree on with your videographer.

Highlight Reel: This is what the majority of people will see, and definitely the one to post to social media. Highlight reels typically last anywhere between two and four minutes, including a snappy overview of the wedding and the ‘highlights’ so to say. For example, you can expect to find the first vows, first kiss, bouquet throwing, first dance, and cutting of the cake to make this cut.

Feature Edit: Feature edits are becoming increasingly popular for weddings, usually alongside a highlight reel. A feature edit is simply a video containing the most memorable moments from your day, usually lasting anywhere between ten to thirty minutes. It’s essentially an extended highlight reel perfect for recording your special day and the most important and memorable moments.

Documentary Edit: Documentary edits usually record the better part of the day in-full. This includes the ceremony, cutting of the cake and everything in-between.

Question 2

What should I ask my videographer?

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Before choosing a videographer to film your wedding or other events, it’s a great idea to discuss your vision for your wedding video. That way everyone’s on the same page. Here are two top questions to ask your videographer to get you started:

How long have you been a videographer for?

Asking your videographer about their past experience is a great place to start. Be sure to ask how long they have been filming weddings, and if they have any highlight video examples they can share. This will also show you their videography style so you know it’s a good match.

What does your package include?

Asking your videographer what is included in their package is an essential question. With a clear idea of what the package includes, you’ll ensure the process goes smoothly. Note whether the package includes a highlight reel, feature video, or documentary video and how many minutes of footage this will include.

Question 3

What should a wedding video include?

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We have gathered together a list of noteworthy moments which are top considerations to include within your video.

Groom waiting at the altar: Be sure your videographer is on hand to film the groom waiting at the altar, this is one of the most traditional aspects of your wedding video which will be put together with the bride’s entrance, vows and first kiss as newlyweds.

Bride’s entrance: Equally as important as the groom waiting at the altar, the bride’s entrance and procession to meet their partner is a key moment to capture for your wedding video.

Vows & first kiss: This should undeniably be captured. Including a snapshot of your vows and first kiss is the main, if not the most important aspect of any wedding video – it’s the reason you’re there in the first place!

Reception: A wide shot of the wedding reception is a nice memento to look back on, seeing who attended, friends and family enjoying drinks whilst also allowing a wider look at the venue.

Cutting of the cake: An iconic moment for any wedding, including the cutting of the cake in your wedding video not only provides something delicious to look at, but it’s also a perfect moment of happiness to look back on.

First dance: Finally, including your first dance is almost as symbolic as your vows, and will be a fun memory to watch for years to come.

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