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7 Reasons to Hire ONE TEAM for Wedding Photography + Videography (plus bonus sample timeline!)

If you’re searching for a wedding media team, you’ve probably Googled questions like “Should I book photo and video separately or together?” or “Is it cheaper to bundle photo + video?” Below we answer the top questions couples ask while showing why hiring one cohesive team is often the smartest, stress‑free choice.


1. Seamless Coordination = Zero Missed Moments One crew plans angles, light, and timing together. No fighting for position or blocking shots.


2. Consistent Style Across Photo & Film Shared creative vision means your gallery and highlight film feel cohesive in color, tone, and story.

Couple in elegant attire at a bar; woman in white gown, man in white jacket with red bow tie; her hands rest on his shoulder. Romantic mood.

3. Fewer Vendors = Less Stress One contract, one invoice, one point of contact.


4. Friendlier to Your Budget Bundled collections typically cost less than hiring two separate companies and duplicate travel fees.


5. Shared Timeline Strategy A single team builds a master timeline, protecting golden‑hour portraits and cinematic film scenes without rushing guests.

Blurred image of a couple dancing, surrounded by people in formal wear. Motion creates a swirling effect, evoking a lively, joyful mood.

6. Built‑In Backup Support If schedules shift, a second shooter can swap roles seamlessly.


7. Elevated Guest Experience A calm, unified crew keeps the day fun for friends and family.




SAMPLE PHOTO + VIDEO TIMELINE:

Time

Photo Coverage

Video Coverage

11:00 AM

Bridal details & flat-lays

Macro ring/dress video

11:45 AM

Groom details & prep

B-roll of vows and suit shots

12:30 PM

Bride into gown + mom’s reaction

Clean audio capture of reactions

1:00 PM

First Look in the gardens

Two-camera, glide-cam film of reactions

1:30 PM

Romantic couple portraits

Drone establishing shots of venue

2:15 PM

Wedding party photos

Slow-motion confetti clip

3:30 PM

Family formals

Ambient audio & candid B-roll

4:30 PM

Ceremony coverage (multi-angle stills)

Multi-cam ceremony film

5:15 PM

Cocktail-hour candids

Guest interview snippets

6:15 PM

Golden-hour newlywed portraits

Sunset cinematic sequence

7:00 PM

Reception entrances & décor

Slider footage of décor details

7:30 PM

Toasts & first dances

Clean audio via lav mics

8:30 PM

Cake cutting & dance-floor shots

Light-paint party footage

10:00 PM

Sparkler exit stills

120 fps epic closing shot

Elegant woman in a white gown stands on a flower-adorned table, holding a bouquet aloft. Bright lighting, joyful expression.

Ready for Seamless Coverage? Tell us your must‑haves & budget! Emerald Stone will build your custom collection. → Get your quote: www.emeraldstonephotography.com/contact



 
 
 

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