HOW MUCH
LIGHT WILL THE VIDEOGRAPHER NEED TO PRODUCE ACCEPTABLE RESULTS?
Since all cameras have different lighting requirements you must ask to see
a "lighting demo" so that you can judge for yourself how much light you are
willing to tolerate for the sake of picture quality. Unfortunately many videographers ruin
a party by flooding a room with too much light.
IS YOUR
VIDEOGRAPHER CAPABLE OF OPERATING HIS EQUIPMENT WHILE BEING HAND-HELD"?
Many videographers will only operate their camera while being anchored to
a moveable tripod. Although this is fine for much of the party, there are times when being
hand-held allows the videographer the advantage of maneuvering around guests to capture
the moment!
DO YOU
LIKE THE VIDEOGRAPHER?
This may sound like a silly question to ask, but many big video companies
try to sell you on their reputation alone. Often times you don't even get a chance to meet
the person shooting your party till the day of your affair. It's much better if from the
very beginning you deal with the videographer who will actually do the shoot. It's too
late to find out at your party that the videographer is not flexible and accommodating.
DO YOU
HAVE THE OPTION OF CHOOSING THE FORMAT?
Many videos are shot as a movie or simple documentary and can be boring to
watch. Make sure your videographer show you different styles ( or formats) of shooting a
party and that you select the one that's most interesting to you!
IS YOUR
VIDEO COMPANY INSURED?
Most catering halls require the videographer to be insured. Ask to see a
current insurance certificate and check its expiration date. If it expires before the date
of your affair, make sure you get a copy of the renewal. You certainly don't want any
unforeseen problems to arise that could prevent the videographing of your affair.
WILL YOUR
VIDEOGRAPHER BRING BACK-UP EQUIPMENT?
It's so important for you to deal with a professional video company that
will bring back-up equipment with them to your affair. Even the finest equipment fails
from time to time but catastrophes can be averted by back-up equipment.
HOW MUCH
WILL IT COST?
Deal with a professional who asks you detailed questions as a way of
finding out what package is best suited to your needs and budget.
Beware of deals that are "too good to be true". You don't want to find out too late that you are dealing with someone who gave you a low-ball price only to nickel and dime you later.
To see more view Wedding Video Guide and FAQ