Planning your wedding involves countless decisions, but one of the most important is how to capture the day’s magic on film. At Grace and Motion Wedding Films, we believe that investing in a high-quality wedding film is an essential part of preserving your memories. Here’s everything you need to know about budgeting for a cinematic wedding film and what to expect from our bespoke packages.
Why Invest in Wedding Videography?
A wedding film is more than just a video; it’s a living memory that captures the emotions, laughter, and love of your special day. It’s perfect for sharing with loved ones who can’t attend and for reliving those cherished moments as the years go by.
Understanding the Costs
Average Costs in the UK
The cost of hiring a wedding videographer in the UK can range significantly:
- Average Videographer: £1,500 – £2,000
- Specialised Cinematic Films: £2,000 – £4,000
- Luxury Weddings: £4,000 – £12,000
- Tight Budget: £1,500 – £2,000 (quality may vary)
Detailed Breakdown
Hourly Rates: Outside of weddings, videographers charge £50 – £100 per hour, and editors around £50 per hour. For a wedding, this could mean 10 hours of filming and 20 to 80 hours of editing, totalling £1,500 – £5,000.
Budget Allocation
With the average UK wedding costing £24,710 in 2023, it’s advised to allocate around 10% of your budget to videography. This equates to approximately £2,400 for quality wedding videography.
Factors Influencing Videography Prices
Location
The location of your wedding and your videographer can impact costs significantly. If travel or accommodation is needed, these expenses will be added to your bill.
Number of Videographers
A single videographer is standard, but for more extensive coverage, adding a second shooter can cost an additional £400 – £500 per day. However, at Grace and Motion, we always work with two videographers to ensure comprehensive coverage of your special day. Here’s why:
- Enhanced Coverage: Two videographers can capture different angles and moments simultaneously, ensuring no precious moment is missed.
- Diverse Perspectives: With two sets of eyes, we can provide a richer, more dynamic film that tells a complete story.
- Efficiency: While one videographer captures the main events, the other can focus on candid moments and details, offering a more well-rounded view of your day.
- Backup and Redundancy: Having two videographers ensures that if one faces any technical issues, the other can continue capturing your wedding without interruption.
Experience and Equipment
Experience often translates to quality. More experienced videographers bring advanced equipment and expertise, ensuring your wedding film is flawless. At Grace and Motion, our videographers use top-of-the-range cinema-grade cameras for the best results.
Professional Audio
Having top-notch audio is crucial for a wedding film. From the vows to the speeches, clear and high-quality audio ensures that every word is captured perfectly, enhancing the emotional impact of your film.
Post-Production and Deliverables
Post-production is where the magic happens. Lower-budget options may offer a simple chronological edit, while higher-end packages provide engaging highlight films. Quality editing can take between 20 and 80 hours, significantly impacting the final cost.
Ensure you discuss full recordings of the ceremony and speeches, and whether you’ll receive digital or physical copies of your film.
Grace and Motion Wedding Films Packages
The Essentials – £1,700
For couples seeking a professional yet budget-friendly option, the Essentials package offers:
- Coverage: 6 hours by our top wedding videographer
- Equipment: 1 cinema-grade camera
- Final Product: 20-minute highlight video with cinematic editing and colour correction
- Extras: Short social media trailer, personal consultation
- Delivery: Downloadable link to your wedding video
- Note: Does not include full ceremony and speeches audio
The Deluxe – £2,100
Our most popular package, the Deluxe, provides comprehensive coverage and a polished final product:
- Coverage: 8 hours by two seasoned videographers
- Equipment: 2 cinema-grade cameras
- Final Product: 40-60 minute micro feature film edit with cinematic editing and colour correction
- Extras: Ceremony and speeches audio, abridged highlight version, short social media trailer, 10 still images, personal consultation
- Delivery: USB gift box and downloadable link
The Ultimate – £2,500
For those desiring the ultimate in wedding videography, this package offers:
- Coverage: 10 hours by two top-tier videographers
- Equipment: 2 cinema-grade cameras and a drone operator for aerial shots
- Final Product: 60+ minute feature film edit with cinematic editing and colour correction
- Extras: Ceremony and speeches audio, abridged highlight version, short social media trailer, 10 still images, personal consultation
- Delivery: USB gift box and downloadable link
What You Get for Your Budget
Under £1,500
At this level, you might find newcomers to the industry. They bring fresh perspectives but might lack extensive portfolios. Always request samples to ensure their style aligns with your vision.
£1,500 – £2,000
This range offers a balance of experience and affordability. Videographers typically have a few weddings under their belt and provide a blend of professionalism and personalisation.
£2,000 – £4,000
Expect seasoned professionals with tailored packages. Artistic touches like cinematic shots and drone footage are standard, and a more consultative approach ensures your unique story is captured.
Over £4,000
This elite tier includes industry leaders offering bespoke services. With advanced equipment and limited bookings, they provide meticulously crafted films of the highest quality.
How to Get Comfortable in Front of the Camera on Your Wedding Day
Feeling at ease in front of the camera can make a significant difference in your wedding film. Our team at Grace and Motion ensures you are comfortable and natural, capturing your true emotions and the essence of your relationship.
Yorkshire Wedding Videography
Grace and Motion Wedding Films is proud to serve the beautiful region of Yorkshire. With its stunning landscapes and charming venues, Yorkshire provides the perfect backdrop for your wedding film.
Conclusion
Choosing the right wedding videographer is a crucial part of your wedding planning. At Grace and Motion Wedding Films, we are committed to creating cinematic wedding films that you will treasure forever. By allocating approximately 10% of your wedding budget to videography, you can ensure high-quality coverage that captures every precious moment.
Start your journey with Grace and Motion Wedding Films, and let us help you create a cinematic wedding film that will be a timeless heirloom, capturing the essence of your love and celebration for generations to come.
