Your photos will show your guests what the day looked like. Your video will show them what it felt like, the speeches, the first dance, the moment your granny got up and stole the show. That’s why picking the right wedding videographer in Ireland deserves just as much thought as any other supplier on your list.
Before you sign on the dotted line, here are the questions worth asking.
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Top tips for choosing your videographer
What’s your style? Cinematic, documentary, or something in between? Ask to see a few full wedding films, not just a highlight reel, so you know exactly what you’re getting on the day itself.
How many hours of coverage do we get? Some packages cover ceremony and speeches only, others run from getting ready right through to the last dance. Be clear on where the coverage starts and stops.
Will you work alongside our photographer? A good wedding videographer in Ireland will already be used to sharing the room with a photography team, but it’s worth checking they’ve worked together before, or at least know how to stay out of each other’s shots.
What’s included in the final edit? Ask about turnaround time, how many edits you’ll get (a short highlight reel, a full-length film, drone footage), and whether music licensing is sorted on their end.
Do you have a backup plan? Equipment fails and people get sick. Ask what happens if they can’t make it on the day, whether that’s a second shooter or a trusted contact who can step in.
What’s your fee, and what does it cover? Get everything in writing, including travel costs, additional hours, and what happens if the day runs over.
Can we see a full sample film from a wedding similar to ours? A city hotel wedding looks very different to a marquee in a field. Seeing similar work helps you picture your own day.
How do you handle low light and speeches? Irish weddings often mean dim reception rooms and long, heartfelt toasts. Ask how they capture audio and video in trickier lighting, so nothing gets lost.
Booking a videographer is one of those decisions you’ll thank yourself for a decade down the line, when you can watch the day back and hear the speeches all over again. Take your time, ask plenty of questions, and trust your gut on who feels right.
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