MetMedia Video

Each time we pick up a camera, the goal is simple; create something that nobody has ever seen, and something that is unbelieveably amazing.

Who are you and what do you do?
We are a small company dedicated to wedding cinematography. We give brides and grooms a way to cherish and share their wedding day with friends and loved ones any time they want, for the rest of their lives. It's really that simple.

We love working with happy couples, so we make sure that you stay that way. We depend on your referrals for future business, so we go the extra mile all the time, every time. It may sound corny, but producing wedding DVDs is our passion and we feel lucky that we do it every day. When we are not shooting awesome video, we are editing, meeting with brides and grooms, and managing the business.

Do you shoot in high definition?
Yes. We shoot in high definition as a standard part of our services. We can also shoot in standard definition or even 16mm film, if you like. If you're not sure which you would like, we're happy to explain the differences.

What is fusion?
Fusion is an increasingly popular technique of blending of video, photographs, music, recorded sound and other elements to create something completely different and unique. It highlights the the strengths of each format to give you an amazing DVD that neither a photographer nor videographer can deliver on their own.

Our style of fusion is very contemporary and original. We call it "modern cinematic fusion". We can create anything you imagine, but are most excited about doing new things and making something special that reflects you. We want you to be excited, too.

We shoot high definition video and film, but we don't shoot the digital photographs that we use in our projects. We collaborate with your photographer to provide you something totally different and unique. We want you to have a DVD nobody else can give you. There is no extra charge for working closely with your photographer, if they are willing. If you ask, we are happy to recommend a great photographer that will match your tastes.

Do you travel? What does it cost?
Yes, we love to travel. In the past few years, we have been doing more destination weddings. A great video is important to have so you can show people that couldn't attend your wedding. Rates for travel include our production services, plus reimbursement for economy travel and lodging. We are flexible and will explore any options you wish us to consider.

How long will our DVD be?
Your wedding film will be as long as necessary to completely tell the story of your wedding day. We don't have any formats or templates that we apply to your wedding. Most Cinematic Short Form or Fusion wedding DVDs fall between 30 and 60 minutes. Documentary and Illustrative editing styles can be from 45 to 90 minutes. A full schedule of events will naturally result in more footage than a smaller, less formal wedding.

Your taste, style and vision of what you want will be a big factor in determining what we shoot, and how we feature it in your final DVD.

Who picks the music you use in our film?
You do. We are happy to help you zero in on the perfect songs, but need your input here to get us started.

Can we get the raw footage afterward?
As a rule of thumb, if the footage is good, we put it in your video. If you'd like to have the original film and/or recordings, we are happy to supply them. If you want everything transferred to DVD, there will be a nominal charge to cover time and materials.

How long will you be at our wedding and reception?
We'll arrive while you are getting ready for your ceremony, and we will remain until the end of the evening. We don't watch the clock to decide when its time to depart. If there is action, we'll be there.

Who will shoot our wedding?
The short answer is "we will". We have a dedicated team of employees that work for us exclusively. We don't hire freelance guys or film students from Craigslist . You can meet your team in advance, if you like, to be sure that you are 100% comfortable. You can meet us right now on the "team" page of the website.

How will you be dressed at our wedding?
We dress like your guests in order to keep our presence low key. Usually, that means a dark suit and tie. We don't use huge, imposing cameras with bright lights, so most couples aren't even aware we're at their wedding. Just because we're not in your face, it doesn't mean we're not getting incredible footage. We try to blend in as much as we can to keep you and your guests relaxed and unaware that we are recording the day.

What if there is something in our film we don't like?
Most couples can't tell us exactly what they want before their wedding, but they all say "I'll know it when I see it". We understand that, and expect that you'll want to be involved in creating this important piece of your history. This is your wedding film, not ours.

We are one of the only video companies to offer you a preview of your wedding video prior to finalizing your DVD. After we edit your wedding, we'll send you a copy to review. After you watch it once or twice, you will let us know if there is anything you'd like us to remove or change. For example, if you don't like the shot of a very distant cousin dancing on a chair, we'll cleanly remove her. If you decide that you don't like a song selection you gave us, we'll change it. Most couples request a few adjustments, and that's fine with us. Extensive changes may have additional costs to cover the time involved.

Being able to give your input before everything is final removes your fear of getting stuck forever with something you don't like. If you would prefer not to be involved, that's fine, too.

How long will it take to make our DVD?
During busy times, it can take up to six months to send your preview. Because we offer a preview to our clients, we spend a lot more time working for you than many others. You can be guaranteed we won't rush through anything. We'll take the time to do it right. It sounds cliché to say "you can't rush artistry", but we won't drag our heels either. The average turnaround for a wedding is four months.

We are committed to making sure your precious memories are handled with care and creativity. But we also understand how excited you are to see the results. We are, too.