What Your Videographer WISHES You Knew Before the Wedding

As professional wedding videographers near Charleston, SC, we love capturing your day—but there are a few things we wish every bride knew before we hit record. We’re talking game-changing, stress-saving tips that make a major difference in how your film turns out.

1. 

Natural Light Is Our BFF

If you’re getting ready in a dim hotel room with yellow light bulbs… we’ll make it work, but soft window light is wedding video gold.

2. 

Tidy Spaces = Cinematic Shots

We’re not saying your room has to look like a magazine. But hiding the Chipotle wrappers, half-zipped suitcases, and rogue bra straps helps a lot.

3. 

Please Don’t Skip the Letter or Vow Exchange

We can’t film what doesn’t exist. Personal notes and private vow readings are emotional gold mines. Even if you do it off-camera, consider a recorded voiceover!

4. 

Tell the DJ Not to Go Full Club Mode Until After the First Dance

Strobe lights and fog machines during your first dance? We’re begging you. Please. No.

5. 

Schedule in Golden Hour Time

Charleston’s golden hour is unreal. Give us 10 minutes around sunset, and we’ll give you the dreamiest footage imaginable.

6. 

Wear the Mic with Confidence

Yes, we might ask you & your groom to wear a tiny mic. No, it won’t mess up his tux or your dress. Yes, we’ve heard it all before.

7. 

Your Guests Will Be Characters in This Film

So if you have a rowdy cousin or grandma who likes to boogie, let us know—we’ll make sure they make the final cut.

Want a video you’ll actually rewatch (and not cringe at)?

Let’s make wedding day magic together—Charleston style.