What Should Be Included in a Wedding Video Package?
Planning a wedding involves a thousand decisions, and choosing the right videography package is no different. Beyond simply hiring someone to record your day, understanding what should be included in a wedding video package ensures you get a story you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
1. Coverage Hours
A wedding video package should clearly define how many hours of coverage are included. Typical coverage can range anywhere from 4–12 hours, depending on your day’s schedule and the videographer’s approach. It might be possible that your wedding videographer even offers full wedding weekend coverage.
Make sure the hours cover the key moments: getting ready, the ceremony, portraits, and reception highlights. This ensures that your wedding film has a complete story arc with a beginning, middle, and end.
2. Number of Videographers
Many packages include one videographer, but larger weddings or events with multiple locations often benefit from two or more.
Having multiple videographers ensures key moments are captured from multiple angles. More videographers also allow for creative shots, smoother coverage, and minimal missed moments.
Alternatively, you may prefer an approach that feels less obtrusive and more intimate, in which case a single videographer is perfect for you.
3. Edited Highlights & Full-Length Film
A complete package usually includes:
Preview or Teaser Reel: A short, cinematic video (1-3 minutes) capturing the essence of your day. Perfect for sharing on social media or with friends and family.
Highlight Film: The complete narrative, including portions of vows, speeches, first dances, and candid moments. This is your heirloom piece, the one you’ll revisit for years to come.
A Full Length Documentary Film: Less common and often charged at a premium rate, a full-length edit of your wedding day in its entirety may be of interest to you. Make certain to clarify with your wedding videographer that this is something they offer if this is of interest to you. If not, many wedding videographers may offer full-length edits of Wedding Ceremonies and Speeches.
4. Raw Footage
Some packages include the raw footage, allowing you to see everything captured. While not everyone offers it, it can be valuable for personal keepsakes or extra creative edits in the future.
5. Audio & Music
High-quality audio is essential. Make sure the package specifies if vows, speeches, and ambient sounds are captured clearly.
Music selection is another consideration. Many videographers include licensed music for your highlight film, while some let you provide personal song choices.
6. Extras & Deliverables
Depending on the videographer, extras might include:
USB drives or physical copies
Teasers or mini-films delivered within days of the wedding
Drone footage
Ancillary event coverage
7. Post-Production Timeline
Editing takes time. Confirm how long it will take to receive your final films. Typical timelines range anywhere from 12 to 52 weeks, though many videographers offer shorter teaser edits shortly after your wedding.
The Takeaway
A well-rounded wedding video package is more than just someone filming your day—it’s about storytelling, memory preservation, and experience. By understanding your wedding videography coverage, deliverables, and post-production timelines, you can choose a package that ensures your wedding is remembered in a way you will cherish for years to come.
