Question:
How long will the edited video be?

Answer:
For the Classic Package, the average video is between 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Some are longer, depending on the length of the ceremony and the number of optional features selected. The Cinematic treatment creates a shorter, more meticulously edited piece—length is dependent on many variables covered in consultation with you.

Question:
Do you offer the raw footage for sale?

Answer:
No, but I try to put every bit of the “good stuff” into your video.

Question:
Can we have special photos included in our video?

Answer:
Absolutely. Please see the Photo Montage sheet for more details.

Question:
Can we choose music for our video?

Answer:
Yes, your special songs—if provided in CD format— can be used to enhance your video. You may select 5-6 slow songs to be used for sequences such as the opening scenes and the receiving line/cocktail hour and about 3-5 fast songs for the dance segments of your reception. If you select optional features such as Preparation Highlights or the Highlights Recap, choose additional songs for each of these segments. Slow songs are suggested for these components—but it’s your video: choose the songs that fit your style! (Please note that if you choose a fast song for your Highlights (recap), it will cost more than if you have the Highlights edited to a slow song.) If you leave all the musical decisions up to me, I will use beautiful instrumental pieces as needed and try to match the fast songs that were played during your reception. If you ask me to select your music, then you will be charged if you want to changed my selections after I have edited your video. If you make you own CD, please be sure that the sound files are free of the little clicks and pops that sometimes occur with copied music files. Music can be given to me on your wedding day or mailed within five months after your wedding date. Please note: I will not begin editing until I receive all your materials. If you do not send your music selections in time, the editing of your video will be delayed.

Question:
Will you be inconspicuous?

Answer:
My shooting is “documentary-style”. I remain as inconspicuous as possible, and I generally don’t ask anyone to stage or re-stage any element of the day. My sophisticated cameras are quite compact, and a small, on-camera light is generally used only during reception activities.

Question:
When can we expect to receive the finished video?

Answer:
A great deal of work goes into crafting your video—often 40 hours or more. Because of this, the turn-around is about six months,—sometimes less, sometimes more. Our clients have considered their video keepsakes well worth the wait.

Question:
Will you interview guests at the reception?

Answer:
Generally, no. Please inquire about exceptions/pricing.

Question:
What down payment do you require?

Answer:
A deposit of 50% of the total price is required to book your date. (Then, 25% due on wedding day; 25% upon completion.)

Question:
Who will actually shoot and edit our wedding video?

Answer:
All weddings will be videotaped and edited primarily by Kellie, unless otherwise specified in the contract. Except in rare cases, I do not contract jobs to other people, and I do not handle more than one wedding per day.

Question:
Will you attend the rehearsal?

Answer:
Though I do not usually attend rehearsals, I prepare for the taping through consultation with you and contact with the ceremony officiant

Question:
Do we need to meet with you?

Answer:
Many of my clients prefer to handle everything by phone/mail/e-mail. However, if you would like to meet, simply call for an appointment!

Question:
Do we need to provide agendas, maps, and meals for you?

Answer:
Yes. If you have typed agendas, I’d like copies! Maps get us there & meals keep us going!

***Two vegetarian meals, please.***