5 Questions to Ask Your Wedding Videographer
Deciding on a videographer for your wedding? Ask these five questions to help you decide which videographer(s) are suited to capturing your wedding day!
Choosing the right wedding videographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning your big day. Whether you’re getting married on a Sydney rooftop, a Central Coast beach, or a Hunter Valley vineyard, the right videographer will capture your story in a way that feels true to you.
Before you book, here are five essential questions to ask your wedding videographer:
1. Can We See Full Wedding Films, Not Just Highlight Reels?
Highlight reels are gorgeous, but they only show the best few minutes. Ask to see full wedding videos from real weddings—ceremony, speeches, the lot.
Why it matters: This helps you see how your videographer handles different lighting, audio, and emotional moments throughout an entire day—especially helpful if your wedding will be in a unique venue like a Hunter Valley winery or a Central Coast garden.
2. What’s Your Filming and Editing Style?
Some videographers prefer a cinematic, while others lean more documentary-style. Ask how they work on the day—are they hands-on, or do they blend into the background?
Why it matters: The videographer’s approach should align with your vibe. The videographer’s style will be reflected through the entire process from how the day is captured all the way through to how it is edited and delivered.
As a wedding videographer myself, I display my own editing style across all my work from teasers, highlight videos and full ceremony edits.
3. Do You Work With a Second Shooter?
A second shooter means more coverage and better angles—ideal for larger weddings or events spread across multiple locations.
Why it matters: For large weddings, a second videographer helps ensure everything is captured across the entire wedding day. It means additional moments and camera angles can be captured throughout the day.
4. How Do You Capture Audio During the Day?
Crystal-clear vows and speeches make a wedding film truly special. Ask what kind of microphones and backup audio equipment they use.
Why it matters: Whether you're saying your vows on a windy headland on the Central Coast or in a historic Sydney church, great audio ensures those precious words aren’t lost. Be sure to ask your videographer how they handle these situations.
5. What’s Your Turnaround Time and What’s Included in the Package?
Some videographers deliver in a few weeks, while others take months. Ask what you’ll receive—highlight film, full ceremony, speeches, teaser clips, raw footage?
Why it matters: It’s always good to know when and what to expect so that you and your videographer are in agreement. This information should be part of the videography contract that you and the videographer are both in agreement with.
Final Thoughts
Whether your wedding is in the heart of Sydney, the serene vineyards of the Hunter Valley, or along the stunning Central Coast, your videographer plays a key role in preserving the memories. Asking the right questions before you book helps ensure you find someone who not only fits your style but also understands your location and vision.
Content Creator or Videographer?
both play a role in documenting your wedding, their services are quite different — and understanding the difference can help you choose the right option for your big day.
If you're planning your wedding in Sydney, the Central Coast, or the Hunter Valley, you’ve probably come across two types of professionals offering to capture your day: wedding videographers and wedding content creators. While both play a role in documenting your wedding, their services are quite different — and understanding the difference can help you choose the right option for your big day.
What Does a Wedding Videographer Do?
As a professional wedding videographer, my goal is to create a timeless, cinematic film that tells the full story of your day — from getting ready in the morning to your first dance and everything in between.
What you can expect from a wedding videographer:
High-quality coverage using professional cameras, audio gear, and stabilisers
Full ceremony and speeches captured
Edited highlights film (usually 4-5 minutes)
Optional full-length films (ceremony, speeches, reception formalities)
A polished, cinematic experience you’ll treasure for years
Wedding videographers focus on quality, storytelling, and emotion, and typically deliver a professionally edited film within a few weeks of your wedding.
Wedding Videographer Teaser Video.
What Is a Wedding Content Creator?
A wedding content creator focuses on capturing behind-the-scenes moments and delivering short-form, smartphone-friendly videos for social media. Think Reels, TikToks, and candid clips you can post the next day.
Typical services from a wedding content creator include:
Capturing candid, casual footage using a smartphone or small camera
Providing short vertical clips within 24–72 hours
No editing of a cinematic film
Focused on social media content, not long-term keepsakes
While content creators are great for quick social sharing, they don’t replace the quality, storytelling, or professional coverage that a dedicated wedding videographer provides.
Quick Comparison: Wedding Videographer vs Wedding Content Creator
| Feature | Wedding Videographer | Wedding Content Creator |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Create a cinematic film that tells the story of your day | Capture fun, candid clips for social media |
| Equipment | Professional cameras, stabilisers, microphones | Smartphone or lightweight camera |
| Content Style | Polished, emotional, timeless | Casual, behind-the-scenes, trend-driven |
| What You Get | Edited highlight film + optional full-length videos | Raw or lightly edited short-form videos (Reels, TikToks, etc.) |
| Delivery Time | Usually 2–12 weeks | Same-day to 72 hours |
| Ideal For | Couples wanting a lasting, professional keepsake | Couples wanting quick social media content |
| Works Best With | Traditional and cinematic storytelling | Supplementing your photo/video team for social sharing |
Which One Do You Need?
Many couples across Sydney, the Central Coast, and the Hunter Valley are now choosing to book both a wedding videographer and a content creator — one to create their once-in-a-lifetime film, and one to capture fun snippets for social media.
If you're after a professionally crafted wedding film that captures the real emotion, beauty, and story of your day, I’d love to chat. As a local wedding videographer, I bring years of experience, a calm presence, and a creative eye to every wedding I film.
Ready to Book Your Wedding Videographer?
Whether you're getting married on the beaches of the Central Coast, in the vineyards of the Hunter Valley, or in the heart of Sydney, I offer wedding videography packages tailored to your day, your story, and your style.
Reach out today to check availability and let’s bring your wedding memories to life.