I love the different ways people are using the Flip Video to boost their business. Cue Storymix Media who offer a service for couples looking for a budget way to get a wedding video made. I contacted CEO Mike to get the lowdown.
Describe the shoot your own wedding service and what it entails?
We know that a lot of wedding couples are on a tight budget and a Videographer just doesn’t make the cut. Other couples are looking for intimate, personal ways of taking footage. Capturing your wedding day on video is one of those things that you might not think about now, but as the years pass you’ll wish you could enjoy those memories on your anniversary or show your children. From personal experience I know I wish I had footage from my wedding.
Our Flip Wedding product consists of a one week rental (extra week(s) available) of a Flip Ultra HD camera (great for everything from the rehearsal dinner to leaving for the honeymoon). We will take your footage and edit it into an enjoyable, short (10-20 minutes) movie with professional transitions, titles, and more. All you need to do is have guests shoot the footage and either upload or send in the files.
What is the advantage of this self-shooting approach?
Using a Flip camera is easy, fun, cost effective, isn’t intrusive (think blinding lights) and can be used by anyone to capture moments during the day that you might easily miss. There’s no need to buy a camera and using multiple Flips allows for a multi-camera final result. You get a professional movie with just the important scenes you want to enjoy. Simply order, shoot, upload/send, and enjoy for a lifetime.
How popular has it proven and what feedback have you had?
We’re just launching the product now but the early testers have been very enthusiastic. They love the simplicity and the fact that everything is taken care of for them.
Why did you chose the Flip as your camera of choice?
Flip is the recognized leader in handheld consumer video cameras. Besides being super easy to use, there is no need to explain a Flip camera.
What tips do you give your clients and their guests before they shoot the big day?
- Couples should have a list of ‘must have’ shots they want during the day, but remember that these are their friends and family not pro videographers.
- Be aware of the limitations of the camera – good lighting makes a big difference, the audio works best at a short distance, try to go steady and slow with panning.
- Don’t try to capture every moment, the camera holds 2 hours of footage. Be ready and prepared to get the important shots and moments.
- Read the My Flip blog to learn how to take good video with your Flip camera.
I especially like the last tip! To get more info and pricing please head to Storymix.
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