The best time to start looking for a videographer is about nine to twelve months in advance. Begin with recommendations from family and friends, looking through tapes for quality, style and formats that you like. As you view a tape with the videographer, look for pans and zooms. Here are some questions to ask when interviewing videographers:

How is the tape packaged professionally? Does it have a case, album, printed labels?
Is a deposit required? If so, how much?
Will there be sufficient light available at the time and location of the ceremony?
How many hours does the price include?
How is overtime handled?
Does the videographer maintain the tape? If so, how long?
How far in advance must reservations be made?
Can he/she arrive early to capture last-minute preparations, moments with family members and unexpected situations?
What is the cancellation policy?
Discuss costs. Work out a clear payment schedule.
Obtain an itemized agreement that lists everything included in the package and the total cost.
How many tapes come with the package? What is the cost for extra tapes?
Make sure you know who is taping the wedding, and get it in writing.
Is the videographer familiar with the site you have selected?
What will the videographer's attire be?

Also get information about how to choose a Photographer for your wedding.

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