What do we have to do on the day?
Nothing, just enjoy the day! We do not direct
weddings, we record them. If you have a
photographer we will work carefully with him or
her as a team. Your photographer will organise
anything which requires the co-operation of you
or your guests. One of the greatest compliments
that we receive is that we have hardly been
noticed during the day.
What will be the length of my film?
Brett Vale Studios films are not long drawn out
productions. We would not for example, include
every verse of every hymn or every minute of a
receiving line (please note that we do however
include the vows and speeches in full). We create
contemporary, highly enjoyable, beautifully made
and very watchable videos of your day, the kind
of film that you, your friends and your family
will enjoy watching time and time again. The main
variable factors governing the length of the film
are the length of the wedding ceremony, the
length of the speeches and the package that you
have chosen. An average length for the platinum
package is 75-90 minutes.
How do I know my film will be of a guaranteed quality?
Brett Vale Studios have a Diploma from the
Association of Professional Videomakers and a
Master Membership of the Institute of
Videography. This means that our work has been
scrutinised by the two leading professional
bodies in the wedding film industry and judged to
be of a high standard.
Who will record and edit my film?
A. Unlike some companies we do not sub-contract
weddings to third parties for filming or editing.
We only accept bookings for work that we can
cover ourselves. This means that your wedding
film will be of the same style and high standard
of the demonstration DVD.
Do you use lighting?
The only lighting we use is an on-camera light
and then only if required during the first dance,
guest interviews and informal parts of the
reception. We have no intention of turning your
wedding into a media event or film set!
When will my finished DVD be ready?
Within two weeks - it should be waiting for you
when you return from your honeymoon!
Will I need to wear a microphone?
We place a discreet lapel microphone on the groom
for the duration of the wedding ceremony. In most
situations the speeches are covered by a
microphone placed on the top table.
What about Insurance and Copyright Licences?
We have professional insurance and licences to film wedding videos. Whilst it’s not a legal requirement, Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurances should be held by professional videomakers. For the use of commercial music we also have the relevant MCPS and PPL Licences.