Telling your story

// a storytelling questionnaire

I believe that my most important role in making your film is not to simply capture the day in a way that ‘looks good’, but to tell your story and the story of the day through the video.

How did you meet? What was it about the other that made you say ‘yes’? What challenges have you overcome? I want to get to know you both better, as this can really help in telling your story.

The notes and questionnaire below help me to produce my best work for you, so please take some time to read through everything and submit the form at the bottom. I’ll be asking about what you’d like to include in your film, what types of music mean the most to you, and if you would like to explore including childhood photos or videos into the final edit.

I’ve also added a few top tips when it comes to your wedding so that nothing comes as a surprise on the day.

Things to Consider

Your wedding film will of course be focused on the wedding day, but I also want to celebrate your lives so far and the story you are making together! Below are a few ideas of things you can send me to help tell that story:

  1. Photos or videos of your proposal

2. Footage of travel or other meaningful moments together

3. Home videos or any other retro shots

Top Tips

Here are a few things of note that have been helpful to previous couples I’ve worked with. They may not all apply to your day, but hopefully a few will be of value.

  • Writing your own vows to recite at your wedding ceremony is an excellent way to personalize your wedding experience and can truly enhance your wedding video! Whether you prefer a short and poetic rendition or a longer and more casual one, there are no hard-and-fast rules here. The most important thing is to express yourself and share your story with your loved ones. I highly recommend this!

  • A first look is a great way to help tell your story through the wedding video, and can also be a calming, quiet moment with the two of you to help with the wedding day nerves.

  • This can be done as an alternative to writing your own vows, or in addition to. This is a great way to capture an expression of your love towards each other without being in front of all your wedding guests. I really love when I get to include letter readings in the final video.

  • Filming bridal prep is a great chance to capture your relationships with your closest friends and family.

    A tip that has helped couples in the past is assigning someone the duty of keeping things somewhat tidy for photos and videos. This could include ensuring dirty dishes are out of sight and the area around the brides makeup prep is as free of clutter as possible.

  • Weather dependent, it is always really great to get some couple’s shots at sunset.

    It’s worth considering when sunset will be on your day, and if possible, carving out 15-30 minutes for a few shots. You won’t regret it!

  • Audio is just as important as visual when it comes to your wedding film. I try to have an intentional approach for capturing clean audio, and wanted to give you a heads up of what this can include:

    • Turning down/off music during parts of bridal prep to capture conversation and authentic moments.

    • Attaching a small mic to the officiant or grooms jacket to capture vows.

    • Attaching recording devices to the venue’s mic during speeches.

    • Using a mic when recording letter readings.

Storytelling Questionnaire