A copy of your wedding video also makes a great gift for friends and relatives who were unable to attend. For a truly slick, professional and infinitely watchable video, you generally need to hire a professional videomaker. However, the cost can be prohibitive. For a high-quality professional wedding video, be prepared to pay anything between 500 to 1500. If your budget won't stretch to a professional video, the other option is to ask a friend if they would be willing to video the big day.
Many people own camcorders or digital video cameras and they are also easily hired.
Just because someone hasn't joined the Association doesn't necessarily mean they are no good, but by joining, they show they are running a serious and professional business. All qualified members have to pass an assessment before they are recommended by us. The best way to find a videomaker is through personal recommendation, so ask newly-weds who had a wedding video if they are happy with theirs. Why not put the question to our newly weds message boards and see what you can find. Make sure the same person who filmed the wedding you are watching will film your wedding and that the company does not subcontract to other cameramen.