A wedding video is a perfect gift to capture memories to cherish forever. For years to come, you will look at this video to recall the best things from your big day. So you want someone who can catch every detail.

One of the most important decisions

you'll make as a couple planning your wedding is choosing a wedding videographer. It cannot be easy to decide on just one, mainly when so many options exist. To help you narrow down your choices, the questions above will help you interview potential videographers and get the best one.

From bad videos to price gouging and missing important footage, hiring a wedding videographer can be a big headache if you don't research.

Here are 10 important questions you should ask your wedding videographer before you sign a contract.

What Is Your Video Style And Storytelling Approach?

Generally, there are two types of videography styles: cinematic and documentary. Cinematic videos involve the videographer filming sections of the wedding and later editing them together. Documentary videos are typically shot throughout the day and show the progression of the wedding day from beginning to end.

Ensure you and your videographer are on the same page about what you expect from the finished product. Asking for samples of their work will give you a sense of the kind of work they do.

2. What is your experience?

A quality wedding videographer can offer you a list of all their wedding shot. If your videographer has shot many weddings, they can provide advice about what to expect. If the answers are not satisfactory, then walk away. Hire only a professional to ensure you receive a high-quality video.

3. How Do You Handle Sound And Lighting?

Knowing what equipment they use and how they handle sound and lighting indicates their level of expertise. You will also get an idea of their setup. If you have any specific demands, ensure they know them beforehand so they can act accordingly.

4. What Is Your Editing Process?

Knowing how long your video will be and whether it will be edited in-house or sent off to a professional editor is essential. Your videographer should be able to explain his editing process to you so that you can understand the quality of the video you will receive.

5. Do You Have Any Sample Movies And References?

A good wedding videographer will have a portfolio of work. Ask for references and cross-check. Speaking with previous clients will help you determine what to expect from this videographer for your special day.

6. Have You Worked at Our Reception Venue Before?

Ask your potential wedding videographer if they have worked at your reception venue. This will give you an idea of how familiar they are with the place and if they can capture all the moments. If they haven't worked at your venue, ask them if they are willing to do a walk-through of the platform beforehand.

7. How many videographers will be shooting my wedding?

Quantity vs quality, you may think that the more videographer you have on-site the better, however, this is not always true for weddings, A experienced videographer will be able to capture all the essentials of your wedding without issues, but sometimes companies try to sell you the idea of having multiple videographers on the side, but this may mean that the videographers you will have are students or trainees and will need multiple videographers to capture the same quality of one experience wedding videographer.

8. Have You Ever Worked With My Photographer Before, And Will You be able to work together?

Your photographer and videographer

will often know each other and have worked together. If they haven't, you have to ask if they are willing to coordinate with your photographer. This is important because you want to ensure that your photographer and videographer are on the same page and working together to capture your special day.

9. What Are Your Charges, And Are There Any Package Services?

When budgeting for your wedding, it's essential to know how much your wedding videographer will charge. Many videographers offer package deals that include pre-wedding interviews, footage of the ceremony and reception, and even a post-wedding edit. Make sure that you are getting everything you need and that there are no hidden fees.

10. When Can I Expect To See The Final Video?

Depending on the size and scope of your wedding, the videographer may need time to edit the footage. keep in mind that video takes up to 4 times longer to edit than photography so you probably will see the photos first, industry standard for video delivery is 90 days after the wedding day.