Choosing Great Videographers - JOHNSON VIDEO PRODUCTIONS blog at BridesClub.com

MAKING THE MEMORIES LAST:
CHOOSING THE RIGHT VIDEOGRAPHER

How do you know youﾒre getting a videographer who
produces high quality work?

Does the videographer have an adequate investment in studio video equipment or do they intend to work with home camcorders?

Many ﾓweekend shootersﾔ do not have the skill or latest state of the art equipment to handle the job correctly.

Will the wedding be taped in high resolution Digital Video?

This is an important factor if you decide to have more than one copy made, or choose later to re-edit the master tape. The resolution of the Digital Video (DV) format is far superior to creating a regular VHS, S-VHS, or Hi-8mm master tape. Johnson Video uses three-chip commercial digital video (DV) cameras, the best of the video formats listed here.

How many cameras are used at the ceremony?

Often you have your choice of one or two cameras. The videographer with two or more camera options has more advanced editing capabilities since advanced post production facilities are needed to join the two or more images. A two or more camera shoot will cover more angles and give a better overall view.

How many microphones are used at the ceremony?

Some videographers use only an ﾓon cameraﾔ microphone which may be easier for them, but one or more high frequency off-camera microphones possibly combined with a wireless microphone will do a far superior job in capturing every nuance of the event.

What steps are taken to be unobstrusive?

With todayﾒs low light cameras, video lights should not be needed at the ceremony at all. Large lights and tripods at the reception are often used to compensate for older equipment or an inexperienced videographer. Ask for some references to find out from others how noticeable the videographer was. One small on-camera light should be sufficient for taping most receptions and formalities. Unless by the brideﾒs request for a special happening during the ceremony or someone blocks a shot, videographers generally remain stationary throughout the ceremony to avoid detracting from the beauty and tenderness of the day.

Is someone else being sent to videotape my wedding?

The person you meet with may not be who you get. Make sure you know who youﾒre getting, and have it specified in the contract.

FINAL TIPS:

The promise of a longer tape may just get you a very boring video. Find a videographer who really listens to your needs. Shop around for quality, service, flexibility, creativity, and price. This event canﾒt be re-taped so avoid the lure of price comparing and high pressure tactics. Your best judge in choosing a videographer will be the tapes the company shows you, and how comfortable you feel with the person(s) whoﾒll be recording the event.

If you have any specific questions regarding video or video technology, please contact us at info@johnsonvideo.com

or call (253) 848-0543.

Leon Johnson
Tana Johnson
Videographers
Johnson Video Productions

www.johnsonvideo.com
(253) 848-0543