A wedding film runs more smoothly with a small amount of planning done in advance, most of it simple once it’s written down in order.
Book early enough that your preferred date and location are actually available, particularly if timing matters. Confirm exactly what you’ll need to bring, outfit changes included. Share the brief in writing beforehand rather than explaining it all on the day, so nothing gets missed under time pressure.
On the day itself, build in more time than you think you need either side of the session. Rushing in or straight out afterwards is the easiest way to lose the relaxed atmosphere that makes for better images.
See also: Booking a wedding film in Peckham: what to know.
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FAQs
The short version follows.
How long is the final film?
A highlights film typically runs three to five minutes: the ceremony and speeches lead into the first dance. A longer documentary-style cut is available on request.
Do you include drone footage?
Where the venue allows it, yes. Aerial shots of the venue and grounds are a nice addition to a highlights film, subject to permission on the day.
Further reading
More on this, if useful.
- Why a cheap wedding film often costs more in the end
- The best time of year to book a wedding film in London
- Common mistakes people make booking a wedding film
The steps
Broken down, it looks like this.
- Book early. Confirm your preferred date and location while both are actually available, particularly if timing matters.
- Confirm what to bring. Outfit changes, props, anything specific to the shoot. Sort this before the day, not on it.
- Share the brief in writing. Put it in writing beforehand rather than explaining it all on the day, so nothing gets missed under time pressure.
- Build in extra time on the day. More time than feels necessary either side of the session avoids rushing in or straight out afterwards.