Why You Might Want to Rethink Booking a Wedding Content Creator - With Videos
Wedding Content Creators
Sure, there are loads of wedding content creators out there—trust us, we’ve worked with some amazing ones! But sometimes trends take off for the wrong reasons, and it’s important to think about the long-term impact before choosing a wedding content creator. So before jumping on the content creator bandwagon, let’s pause and consider the vibes you want to remember forever. Now, you might be thinking, “Hey, not everyone wants—or can afford—a modern wedding film!” And that’s totally fine. There are alternatives to suit your style and budget.
Don’t get us wrong—we offer content creation services ourselves, but it’s all about choosing them for the right reasons and knowing exactly what you’re getting.
Enter Our Hybrid Option
The content creator-videographer hybrid gives you the best of both worlds—tons of high-quality behind-the-scenes clips, professional low-light video and sound, all without blowing your budget. And the kicker? You’ll have hundreds of clips to keep, create reels, watch at home, or do whatever you like with. Down the track (maybe in 5 years, who knows?), you can turn your quality footage into a stunning wedding film, full ceremony, or even speeches. Imagine having all those moments in the bank ready to create something special—no regrets!
Here’s What We Offer
- Full-day coverage
- A content creator/videographer hybrid
- 400-600GB of untouched quality content
- 5 x 20-second creative vertical reels optimised for TikTok or Instagram
- Hours of quality footage to watch or create reels from
- A 1TB hard drive with express shipping
- Everything captured in full
- Video or Phone chat so we can share vision and ideas.
- Option to create a killer wedding film if or when you’re ready (no pressure)
Consider the Future
Fast-forward 5-10 years. Maybe you’ve got a family now, and you all sit down to watch your wedding film… but wait—you don’t have one. Back then, content creators were all the rage and you thought hiring a content creator was the way to go. Now, all you’ve got are a few short, vertical clips that only work on your phone. Bummer, time flys and its hard to remember your wedding story with depth and detail. If only you had access to your wedding edits for 99 years.
(Yes we actually offer this with ALL bookings)
A Few Things To Think About
Wedding Videographers
Videographers are already content creators—but better! A typical wedding videographer is already creating top-tier content. They’ve got the pro cameras, sound, stabilisation, and lighting all sorted.
Content creators
They might be rocking a smartphone, which isn’t always the best tool for capturing those magical moments. Quality matters when you’re capturing once-in-a-lifetime memories! Ever wonder why you don’t see content creator footage after the sun goes down? That’s because smartphones aren’t great in low light which is a shame because this is when the party begins and often when some of the best footage is captured!
How Much Does a Wedding Content Creator Cost?
Budget Breakdown
Sure, content creators might seem like a budget-friendly choice, but are you really getting the best value? Most established content creators offer 8 hours of coverage starting around $1200 – $2500, which includes unedited video clips and 5-10 TikTok or Instagram reels.
Compare that to low to medium tier videographers who offer compleat services from around $2400 – $3000 and who are heavily invested in helping you get the most from your day, not just your wedding films. You may even be able to find a new videographer who is just starting their business for a lot less than that and still offers better footage, higher quality edits, and peace of mind compared to essentially paying for 5-10 TikTok reels and some phone footage.
Storytelling vs Snippets
Content creators love those short, punchy TikTok-style reels, but they often don’t capture the full magic of your wedding day. Fun reels are always great, but they don’t tell the story either. A modern wedding film is a vibe from start to finish, weaving all the moments together, the nervus excitement, the tears of joy and the romantic whimsical moments.
Check out the wedding film below and you’ll get what me mean.
Fast food or Fine Dining
Wedding videography can be a little expensive, just like fine dining, while content creation is more like fast food. We heard this on a wedding planner’s podcast, and it really stuck. Just like fast food, wedding content creation might give you a quick fix, but it won’t leave you fully satisfied. Sure, you’ll love your TikTok’s at first, but once the “sugar rush” fades, you’ll want more.
The BTS and In-Between Moments
One of the main selling points for content creators is that they are there to capture the behind-the-scenes and in-between moments. But guess what? Every wedding videographer already does this.
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♬ original sound - dioncariofilms
Reliability
Here’s the truth: some of the content creators we’ve worked with last summer had issues with overheating phones or running out of battery. Walking around all day with a phone plugged into a power bank… sketchy, right? And everyone knows smartphones glitch. It feels risky, leaving your precious wedding footage to chance. The fact is, smartphones just aren’t made for continuous recording.
Wedding Content Creation Looks the Same
Wedding videographers are known for creating feels through creative editing whereas wedding content creators often copy trends or simply copy the images and direction given by your photographer. Most trending TikTok’s and content creator reels looks the same—same colour, same flat image, same angles. Nothing unique, inspiring, or personal. If you’re dreaming of an emotional and engaging memento of your wedding day, a content creator might not be for you.
Vertical Isn’t Made for the Big Screen
Maybe you love the idea of snuggling up on the couch with your partner to watch some wedding footage. If you’ve ever tried watching vertical videos on a TV or laptop, you’ve probably noticed the giant black bars on the sides and a skinny image in the middle. It’s not the best viewing experience—10/10 wouldn’t recommend.
It’s So Important to Know All the Facts
This of course this is only our humble personal opinion but by keeping these points in mind, you’ll be ready to make the best decision for your wedding day! If you love the idea of a hybrid content creator, hit us up in the contact form!
