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“Their Voice, Our Video” - Kelly and Mike

Kelly and Mike's story -

"Reid: Just talk about the thoughts behind hiring the wedding videographer in the first place.

Kelly: It was your idea.

Mike: Yeah, okay. Yeah, well, I really had the idea of the videographer. I'd seen my sister's wedding, and I was really … It was nice being able to look back and seeing all the relatives and everyone together. And so it was a really nice, I thought, part of the wedding to take home. And so Kelly really didn't want a videographer.

Kelly: I was kinda on the fence about it, I was kinda thinking about our budget, and if it was something we absolutely needed …

Mike: She really didn't want one. But I wanted one. And, I'm just kidding. So anyway, we talked about it, and we, we really, we went for it, and we're really glad we did.

Kelly: Absolutely. I would just emphasize it was probably the- one of the best decisions that we made about our wedding. It has been absolutely priceless.

Mike: Yeah, and initially, I think, I don't know what you think, but I wanted it just because I wanted to see the memories afterwards. But it became much more than that.

Kelly: Yeah, the personal impact it had for us was pretty enormous. We have many friends and family that are in different states and in different countries, that due to age or just difficulties with travel weren't able to attend our wedding, and so getting to share with them our video brought them to tears. Cuz they felt like they were there to experience our wedding and that was the best part.

Mike: That was huge. I don't know if I can say any better. It was really just … so many people just said it was like they were at the wedding and that really meant a lot to us.

Reid: Talk about when you guys saw the video for the first time and what that experience was like.

Kelly: So the turn-around was amazing. We were so shocked to find that it was three or four days later, we were on our mini-moon, and got an email that our wedding highlights reel was ready to watch, and so we got to watch it on our honeymoon, and that was really special.

Mike: That was really nice.

Kelly: We were still just soaking in the great memories of the wedding and sharing stories and then getting to literally relive it together, on such a special time of our honeymoon, was really special.

Mike: Right. And you know, it was more than reliving it, because we got to see it from the perspective of other people, and we saw … there's so much that you miss on the wedding day,

Kelly: Yeah, it went by so fast.

Mike: … that we really able to recapture it. So, we relived our memories, and saw even more perspectives than … and there's a lot of things we had missed that day that was really nice to capture afterwards.

Kelly: And one of my favorite parts about that was the ceremony. Because as the bride, during the procession, you go in last. So, I didn't get to see the bulk of that part of the wedding, and I'm gonna see the- our flower girl go down, our ring bearers, our bridal party, our parents, and so, getting to, from my perspective, getting to see that part was really special.

Reid: Ah, yeah. If you could, and Mike, would be the favorite part of the video, that you got to see?

Mike: Well, I really liked all of the video. There's- just being able to- there were multiple aspects that I really liked. And I think our video was special because it had a song that I recorded for Kelly in the video. And so, the video is set so that the song really was played over everything that happened, and then it was spliced with the song we had walked down the aisle to, or Kelly had walked down the aisle to.

And so that was really, just a really touching and personalized part of the video for us.

Kelly: You're right. That was the best part.

Mike: So we really loved all of the wedding video. But it was really important to us that we capture the entire process. Initially we were focusing on the ceremony.

Kelly: And the toasts.

Mike: Yeah, and we thought those would be the most essential aspects of it, but we were, I think, wrong.

Kelly: Yeah, we were totally-

Mike: We liked seeing the entire day on the video, and that, again, I think captured the whole picture of the wedding and was part of the reason we could send it to our friends and family.

Kelly: Right, getting ready, the travel, the dancing, the sendoff … all of that was all wrapped up in this beautiful video. So the people who got to watch it got the full, sort of, picture, of what our wedding was like. Including us.

Mike: It was like they were, even though they couldn't make it, it's like they were there.

Reid: And then, if somebody was on the fence about videography, what would you say? And if you could both, kinda individually, speak on that.

Kelly: I have a strong reaction to this so, if you're on the fence, because that was me, I would say that prioritize it over almost anything else. That this has been such a rich and special part of our wedding process. And it goes by so fast, and so getting to be able to actually see it again is very special and I would– if it comes down to budget or whatever, I would just put that above other things.

Mike: I agree completely. It's, a lot of times people think it's the same thing as pictures, but it's not. Frankly, we tend to go to the video to relive the memories, because it's, I mean, it's rewatching the entire thing happen. And pictures capture a moment, but the video captures-

Kelly: The experience.

Mike: … time. Yeah, the whole experience. And so, prioritize it, for sure.

Kelly: Yeah, so, when we think about video and photography, just one of the advantages of video is it gets to capture the audio. So, having Mike perform and sing his song, having the ability to get to watch the toasts again, because you're so emotional and just getting to re-laugh at those jokes, is just definitely something that no other medium or modality can capture.

Mike: And vows too.

Kelly: Yes.

Mike: Just hearing, how happy everybody is. You can see it in photos, but in videos you can hear it, and it's a … more. Much more of a take-away that you get from it.

Reid: Cool. Anything else? Think we're good.

Kelly: Best Made Videos is the best!

(laughter)

Reid: Thanks. Perfect. Thank you guys.

Kelly: Yeah."

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Andrea and Jeffrey

Andrea and Jeffrey’s story -

“Reid: So, what was your reaction kind of seeing the video for the first time?

Andrea: Well, we were in Portland on our little family honeymoon kind of thing, and we were actually walking into a Portland Blazers game when I got your email that we got the highlight video, and so I made Jeff stand outside of the arena and watch the video, and we couldn't go in until it was over, and I cried. I cried like a baby.

Jeffrey: It was amazing. It was way better than we thought it would be. We were expecting only like a little small video with something like having everybody in that, but it was just the way you put it together was amazing. And for being your first time at that venue, it was great. We took some pictures from your video just to use them, because you did different things than our photographer did, but it still was crazy. You're great at your job. (laughs)

Reid: Well, I appreciate- It was so good and it was so funny because I just - Alex and I just had a wedding together on the 29th and so we were talking about - because I don't think - maybe I'd seen him once since your wedding - but you know, we always kind of are talking about stuff, so that's great. Well, I appreciate it. What was the process like of having the videographer day of? Was it good, bad, because I know people kind of always worry it's going to be a big pain in the butt.

Andrea: Yeah, I worried just because I don't like seeing myself on camera. I think I sound funny and everything, but you made it so easy. You just felt like you were one of the guests at our wedding. You made it very personable, which was a lot less nerve wracking for me, I think.

Jeffrey: I think Matthew, we, I thought he was kind of like a groomsman, because he was just with us the whole time; we were joking with him, having a great time and we just had fun, he felt like family.

Reid: No, I know what you mean. Yeah, absolutely.

Reid: What was your favorite part of the highlight video, because I'll kind of show that while you're talking, so what if each of you, what was your favorite part?

Andrea: I think the fact that you surprised us. Especially with my cousins singing our first dance song. I remember talking to you about that, and you were like, “You know, sometimes it's hard because of the mics and everything.” And then we had picked our songs on your website, and all of a sudden, it got to that point, and it's Miley singing. It just meant a lot that you were able to do that, I think, and that was something really special, because that was something that was really special to us on our wedding day. And then, you getting the picture of the barn doors opening and Jeff's reaction to it, it was just awesome.

Jeffrey: All that, and then just seeing the joy on people's faces about the whole wedding: the reception area, and then even getting all the groomsmen's natural reactions to like, “Hey, everything's going on, what's going on” and saying how well we bonded as family. Our two families coming together as one- pretty cool.

Reid: That's great. What would be your, if someone was kind of on the fence about having video, if they weren't sure if they wanted to do it or not, what would you say?

Andrea: I would say "Definitely do it." Your wedding day is such a blur after it happens, and you don't get to see everything that's happening behind the scenes. I think it was awesome being able to see what the groomsmen were doing while the bride and the bridesmaids were getting ready. Also, during the cocktail hour, what people were doing while we were away taking pictures and doing all of that. It was really cool to kind of relive the day, but from a different perspective.

Jeffrey: Exactly what she says. There's nothing you - you won't want to forget this day, and we relive it probably weekly at our house, just from the video. Seeing everybody's reaction to what's going on and how people are seeing you guys in the moment, or us, who's getting married, in the moment, and then remembering what happened, is great.

Reid: Any other thoughts or anything, that was, that's kind of my questions. I keep it pretty easy.

Andrea: I think it's awesome that you give the raw footage because, it scared all the groomsmen, because now I hear what was going on in the Groomsmen Shed, and what they were actually talking about, and all the little jokes and comments made. But like I texted you that one time, about a month after the wedding, my grandpa passed away, and one night I was just kind of sitting, watching the raw footage, and there was that video of him and my grandma dancing and, it just meant a lot, I think.

Jeffrey: Yeah, if you don't get a videographer, I think you're kind of messing up, because the photographer's going to get one thing, the videographer's going to get something else, and you can use both those things and get what you want out of the wedding. It's your wedding, you've got to get what you can and nobody's going to have their phones out. We had an unplugged wedding, but I think we got the best footage anybody could ask for.

Reid: Well, that was perfect! That's honestly all I need. I really appreciate it.

Andrea: Oh, yeah. All of my family and everybody, we're so impressed with the highlight video. They all called me, my mom and my godmother called me after watching it and they were crying and they were like “He got us ugly crying in the Bridal Cottage!” I was just like “Oh, well...” (laughs) It's that raw emotion. (laughs)

Reid: It was just so much fun and going back through, I'll be excited to piece this together, because it's fun for me too to go back, because it was just such a fun day and everything worked out, and the weather and everything, and it just was a lot of fun. I just remember there was a lot of laughs to be had.

Andrea: Yes, there were. (laughs)

Andrea: Well, thank you so much.

Reid: Yeah! Go and do something fun. Go take her out for lunch or dinner, or you guys go, do something fun today. Happy Birthday, so much, I really appreciate it.

Andrea: Thank you!

Jeffrey: Happy late birthday to you too!

Andrea: Yeah!

Reid: You guys have a good day!

Andrea: Bye!

Reid: Bye.”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Ally and Paul

Ally and Paul’s story -

“Reid: Yeah so in terms of wedding videography, whose idea was that and where did that start?

Ally: I was really wanting to have the video. I really loved Emily and Shawn's video and I just enjoy all the work that you do, so it was really important to me to have all the festivities films; because there was so much more involved that you get, than just with photos. It was something I really wanted.

Reid: And Paul what did you think when she brought up the idea?

Paul: Originally honest no. Honestly. Yeah. But no it was good. I mean I watched it so it was pretty good, I did like it. Yeah.

Ally: There was some good funny scenes.

Paul: Yeah.

Ally: Your brother.

Paul: Yeah.

Ally: Your brother. His brother was…

Paul: Giving the dog a little alcohol, that's fine, it's not all bad.

Reid: Oh yes, so what was finally kind of the final selling point of why you guys decided to go there. Most of you know it's either one or the other most of the time, one doesn't want it whether it's the husband or the wife, so what was the final?

Paul: Originally I mean I just didn't think you know it was within the budget. Then we really just looked at it again. It’s something Ally wanted so...

Ally: Yeah.

Paul: Yeah. I said go with it.

Paul: I didn't really have a strong feeling one way or the other really, it's just could we work it in the budget, really?

Reid: I do think that you had commented during the wedding day that it was a lot easier, a lot less stressful than maybe you thought it would be or… like the process, talk about that.

Paul: Oh gosh. I mean you were really good. I didn't have to do anything, I just had to you know, I had to act normal I didn't have to like act for the camera, which I thought I would. I was just...

Reid: Then Ally talk about when you guys got video, kind of talk about that initial reaction. What was that like?

Ally: Again it was just more about seeing things that I don't see because you're literately running around. You have so many things going on that day that it's moments that are captured that you get to watch back, and take in again but in a different setting and seeing those moments that you probably wouldn't have.

Reid: When you saw it got a big string of emoticons and harts and stuff. What was kind of just that reaction,

Ally: Tears of joy. I was so, just everything at one, like, I don't know, I'm more of internal emotion person. So it was...how do I put it into words? Just really emotional seeing that back. Having those moments to absorb and take in again, was great.

Reid: You said you and Paul maybe tried to. Favorite part of the video is something that you enjoy watching back?

Paul: I just like watching I mean just ... I guess I'll watch here like ten minutes spiel a couple of times and it's kind of nice seeing you know obviously, something I'll tell you some of the dancing that you don't get to see in photos. I mean you get still images but you don't actually get to see certain funny things that are happening. People talking and then you know people actually seeing you filming them and then they stop talking because they don't want to be in the video. At the end of the night you know just people not caring, you know doing their thing, just having fun. By the end of the night you just kind of blend in. People are just earlier in the evening are just “oh gosh we got video cameras on us” and then by the end of the night people are just used to it by then just kind of having fun.

Reid: Ally what was favorite part?

Paul: Probably the end. I think that was the icing on the cake when you had captured Shawn and Emilie's wedding with Paul catching the garter and I caught the bouquet. That's just really special moment like, it like tie it up into a little golden bow.

Reid: That was cool, huh?

Ally: Yeah.

Reid: I guess just for if someone was on the fence about it and if you could both respond of just kind of like, why would it be worth it now or kind of gone through it now. Why would you think it would be worth it, maybe?

Ally: I mean it's definitely worth it, just to have an active moment of time to look back on watching 'em. You know to look back watch it on our anniversaries, to show our kids one day. Knowing that Stella is not going to be with us forever and having that moment too with her there. It's definitely worth it, as much as people argue “it's not worth it” you know. It really is. It's great to have new collaboration with the photographer and having your level of expertise and then having her level of it just going back and forth and creating unique moments for us. So that was also really great.

Reid: And Paul?

Paul: Uh.

Reid: Bring it home.

Paul: What's that?

Reid: I said bring it home.

Paul: Oh yeah closure.

Paul: No, you know especially someone like me that didn't really want it in the beginning. One of the better things was just like Ally was saying. I mean photos are great. Photos are great to hand out to people but you know just so they can actually see some of the events that, if they couldn't make it maybe we sent them the video, so they could maybe there a little more. Whereas photos don't really do that. Then should we ever want to look back on it. Anniversaries, if not we can kind of, well photos is really you can relive it, kind of, but with video you can really relive it. If you want to watch it anniversaries or what not. I mean I'm glad we did it. In the beginning I didn't want it, but I am glad Ally was really wanting it. And I am glad that we did choose to go that route and had yourself!

Reid: Perfect.”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Kristi and Cory

Kristi and Cory’s story -

“Reid: Talk to me about why you guys decided to get a wedding video. What was that process like?

Kristi: For me, it was all about being able to go back into that actual moment of taking us back to that day, specific moments, things that we might have missed while we were getting ready, and that was really important to us. I think that photos are great, but being able to have a video and watch that really takes you back to that moment.

Reid: What do you think?

Cory: For me, I still get as choked up watching the video as I was when she just came around the aisle, and I know the pictures wouldn't have came close to give that surreal feeling every time I look at it. Taking myself back in those videos is a ... It's one of the favorite things I do in my day.

Reid: What was it like when you guys saw the video for the first time?

Kristi: Amazing. Cried a lot.

Cory: Yeah. I don't know why, but I turned into the biggest baby coming up to the wedding like crying for no reason almost. But this video makes me just ... I'm a big teddy bear.

Kristi: And we did not do a first look, so being able to actually relive that moment of me coming around the aisle, and him seeing me for the first time was really important to us.

Reid: What was your favorite part of the video? And if you could each specifically mention, you know ... talk, each one.

Cory: The dance battles, for sure. It's been a long time coming. My dad, you know, he's been saying, "Boy you better stop stealing my moves." And I think I finally, finally got him, and it was captured on video. So there is proof. I can say I'm the better dancer.

Kristi: It was his garter dance. That was for sure. If we hadn't had a videographer and then he did that garter dance, because I didn't know he was gonna do that, I would have been really disappointed not having that captured.

Cory: Right.

Reid: And then talk about ... you guys, we booked it kinda late. Were you guys hesitant about getting the video or was it a budget thing or just about kinda that process?

Kristi: Yeah, I think it was definitely a combination of things. With the wedding, you obviously have unexpected costs and you know a lot of things that you're paying for, and the prices go up, and it's expensive. And we were just waiting to see like do we really want one? Should we get one? So, ultimately, yeah that's what it came down to is kind of like a mix of budgeting and what was most important to us.

Reid: And then what finally kinda pushed you over that edge?

Kristi: Definitely watching some of your videos ... your testimonials-

Cory: Oh, totally.

Kristi: And, just seeing how it really takes you back to that moment, and again, photos are really great but being able to relive that moment and just put yourself there, and you just capture everything from that day like I missed when I was getting ready. There's so much going on and you really captured it.

Cory: The drone aerial shots that I was like the first thing that I was like, "Whoever that is, I'll take him."

Reid: And then finally, for each of you, if somebody was on the fence about a video, what would you say? If you could both answer that.

Cory: I had said that you know, regardless how it might feel to our pockets, moving forward with this, I know that decades from now we're gonna look back and we're gonna say that every single penny was worth it. Absolutely every single penny.

Kristi: Yep. I, looking back, if needed, like I would have cut in certain areas just to make sure like we could have ... you know, like we had this.

Cory: Totally.

Kristi: So important. Definitely feel that it's worth it-

Cory: It's a must.

Kristi: And ... yeah, there's other little things that you can cut that will allow you to get a video and you're gonna be in love.

Cory: You don't need napkins. Buy a videographer.

Reid: Perfect.

Kristi: Hire Reid.

Reid: Awesome, thank you guys.”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Shaylin and Christian

Shaylin and Christian’s story -

Reid: Just first off, what inspired you guys to think about wedding videography in the first place?

Christian: Well we make videos, we love doing that kind of stuff for like our vacations and stuff, where we'll always be filming stuff. Then, we have these little mini highlight reels that we can give to our parents and all that. We figured, man, what a, why wouldn't we do that for our wedding? We do it for all of our vacations and all that. This was just such a perfect time to have not only photos but video. I think video was our main concern actually. Photos was kind of secondary but we definitely, we knew that we wanted some video of all the action.

Shaylin: Yeah.

Reid: What about you, do you echo that?

Shaylin: Yeah, I mean I would echo that. I think that that's a really good point. I think I also know too in this day and age, your wedding's going to be taken photos of by all your friends and relatives and stuff a lot of the time anyway, like on their phones or whatever. That's not to say we aren't super happy we did hire a photographer in the long run, but video is something that really takes a professional and an expert. If you don't have that, then it's not going to look professional or like an expert did it. It's very noticeable the difference and so we really wanted someone who was skilled and could help us remember this day even when we're old and we don't remember anything else.

Reid: Great. Good answer. When you guys got the video, walk me through watching it and what was that kind of like?

Shaylin: Amazing. I've watched it like a billion times.

Christian: We have, we have like a weekly standing appointment to watch all of our videos.

Shaylin: It was so much fun. We had just moved to Beijing, China from Seattle and we're like getting settled into the school and getting settled into life there. Then we got the email that you had finished the video and I remember sitting in our little living room and I was like, "Oh my god." I freaked out and then I had to like come and sit down and we had to plug everything in so it could be up on the big TV. It was just such a perfect moment to see everything come together and to like relive that happiness and especially because we were kind of stressed out with the move and with starting new jobs and with being in a new country away from our families. It was like a slice of seeing them again and being back in that moment, which was awesome.

Reid: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Christian: Yeah. It was cool too. All that happens so fast on your wedding day so it was just so cool to get it and, and like Shaylin said, we were moving and all the craziness was happening and just seeing the little moments, that we might have not realized happened or maybe we had kind of slipped our minds a little bit, because everything's just going so fast. Just getting to relive all that for the first time was really cool.

Reid: What was your guy's favorite part of the highlight video?

Shaylin: Oh my gosh. The whole thing doesn't count right? I think that ... Oh my gosh, my favorite part, one part? I really liked the end actually. The first thing that came to mind I tell you.

Christian: Yeah, that's mine.

Shaylin: You managed and I don't know how you did it, I guess you're pretty tall guy. You managed somehow when we were all dancing, to get a video like just over everyone's heads, and he and I were dancing in the middle together and like you said, I didn't even really remember that we did that. We were like, it was just us two and everyone else was doing their own things, and it was like we were having a moment within the mix of all of our friends and family and you got that on video. It was like the cap to this perfect memory of the day, which was really cool.

Reid: What about you? I know she took yours.

Christian: She took mine. Yes. All of the dancing was so cool. I think the vows themselves were great to have in there. Because when you're up there you tend to, or some people, myself included, tend to black out a little bit, you know? Just being able to actually like hear and absorb everything that both of us said to each other I think was really great, because you know sometimes you just go blank and you're just in the moment and you don't exactly remember every little detail of it. Having all that on that highlight tape was great.

Reid: Perfect and then last question, if anyone was on the fence about hiring a wedding videographer, what would you tell them?

Shaylin: Do it, hire one for sure. I would say if you're on the fence, it is such a worthwhile investment and it really does feel like an investment because your prices are competitive, but very reasonable, and I think you really see that you get what you pay for when you get the highlight video and the ceremony. Just having you now as like a contact and a friend is really cool. It will be something, like I said earlier, that you don't just have for one moment or one time, it's really a thing you can look back on forever and when it's done right, it's something you want to look back on forever, which is really cool.

Christian: Yeah, and I thought you also did a great job. I mean some people be nervous about having too many people as far as like photographers and videographers all in the same area. I thought you guys did a great job working with the photographers. I mean it seemed like you guys were all on the same team even though I don't think you guys had worked together before, but yeah, you guys were, it wasn't like it was extra chaos or confusion or anything like that. It was like things were just going smooth as we wanted them to go. Then at the end of it, we have all this footage and these two great highlight and full length films. Yeah.

Reid: That's it.

Shaylin: That was easy.

Reid: Anything else? You guys killed it!

Shaylin: I will say I will add, I don't know if it matters or not but I think it's funny. We, of course, sent the video to like our friends and family and because we were in such a weird position, where we couldn't really send thank you notes because we had just moved to China. It's a little hard to mail things out from China. We had to do it online which was like an odd feeling, it almost felt like impersonal. We connected the video to our thank you notes and I think everybody was like really blown away and everyone felt that connection again because they got to relive the moment as well. All of our guests and all of our friends and that was a really special thing, I think that made us feel good. I will also say too that my mom has shown it to like strangers at the grocery store, like she is so obsessed with it. She couldn't figure out how ... Oh sweet mama, she couldn't figure out how to stream it. It's one click, it's one link, with one play button, and for some reason she couldn't get there. My dad put it on a flash drive for her, so when she plugs it in, it just pops up and she watches it all the time and shows it to people. It's just been a really fun way to connect to being so far from home.

Reid: Thanks again you two!!!

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Emily and Kendrick

Emily and Kendrick’s story -

Reid: So first off, why did you guys want to do a wedding? Oh, and if you could both answer each of these questions, that would be helpful. Why did you guys want to do wedding videography in the first place?

Emily: I think, we actually went back and forth a lot. It was kind of near the end, where we decided we should do it because I think we just saw, at least I saw, other examples from my friends getting married. And everyone who had done something like that, they were very, very for it. They said they definitely would have regretted not doing it. And especially when we went around and looked at vendors, and we saw your work, and everything, it was like, "Wow, that'd be really cool," just gift for us to have, just from our day, especially because it's so chaotic and you usually forget a lot of details and everything. So yeah.

Kendrick: Yeah. I think another thing that pushed us over the edge was that our photographer had worked with you before. So she also said, "Oh yeah, it's easy to work with them. It's not like there's a whole nother film crew like you're on a movie set or anything. It's just a person or two that join in and they set up behind my camera. So you get similar angles and some of the looks, but you've got the video of before and after the actual Photoshop." And so we thought it'd be worth a shot and then we did it and we've enjoyed the outcome. So I think it was a good call at the end of the day.

Emily: Yeah, definitely.

Reid: Yeah. I guess I should ask you if you guys liked the video before.

Emily: Or doing this, so obviously we liked it.

Kendrick: We must have liked it somewhat.

Reid: No, that's good. What was it like talking about seeing the video for the first time and what was that experience like and where were you guys at or what was going on?

Emily: So we had just gotten back from our honeymoon, I believe. So it was kind of fun to, obviously we're coming back from our honeymoon, like, "Oh, the wedding's over, honeymoon's over, but then, oh, we get an extra little gift or glimpse from our wedding." And I was just, I remember how surprised I was at how even just how long it was like how much content there was in it. And just from it told the whole story from even the prepping and everything to the very end. So I liked the storytelling through it all.

Kendrick: Yeah. And it was interesting to be able to say, oh, we had talked before on the wedding night or on the honeymoon. Oh yeah. This was something that was fun that I did during the day with my groomsman or whatever. And then a couple of those moments actually showed up on video. And so then she was like, "Oh, that did actually happen. We weren't just making up stories or something like that." So yeah, that was kind of interesting to share the first time. And then as soon as we sent it to our families, everyone was super excited and it was just a way to relive the day because like she'd said, we were coming back from our honeymoon and so it was kind of the end of the wedding phase and we're just getting married phase.

Kendrick: So it's kind of in a way it put a nice end to it of, "Okay, this is a good recap of what we just went through and now I've got to get back to real life," but we were able to relive the experience and rewatching it's been cool too. As we were watching it earlier today, like, "Oh, let's see what else was on that." I was seeing people and I was like, "Oh yeah, I guess I didn't talk to them much of the wedding, but I'm glad you came." It was really cool to see this person or this event or something and remember what had happened.

Emily: And they looked like they're having a good time. So yay.

Kendrick: Right, we must have done something right.

Reid: Yeah. Talk about just being able to share the video and obviously right now with upcoming with weddings and stuff, that might be a challenge, people coming to the weddings and stuff. So talk about just the ease of being able to share that with friends and family and everybody.

Kendrick: Yeah. So, I mean, we got the video links as just links to a Vimeo, which is really easy to share, you can forward the emails or copy links and that was easy. And then there was the full downloadable available for us. I don't think we actually, I don't think we shared that, but we did share the links. I was able to highlight video and then the full video and my parents were super excited. We shared it with my grandma, which it was important for her to be able to be there. And you shared it with your grandparents who actually weren't able to make the wedding. And so we were able to share with them so they could pretend that they're feel like they were there and feel the environments and hear the noises, hear the cheers, the smiles, the laughs, the things you can hear that you can't just see. And so I think it was nice to be able to share the full thing with them so that they could experience it in a way.

Emily: Yeah. And it was so easy like I shared it on social media everywhere and I mean even to this day I have people comment on it or like it, or even just come up to me when I was in school and be like, "Oh yeah, I saw your video, it was great." So it was just kind of fun that obviously we had a limit to how many guests would come to our wedding, but everyone could still feel like they are somewhat part of the day or saw what was going on. I think that was kind of cool to have that option as well.

Reid: And then for the highlight video what was each of your favorite parts? Or if you could just mention one specifically and we could kind of put that together.

Emily: My favorite part, I have multiple. So I like how in the beginning, how we got to hear our pastor's speech in the beginning. And then we got to hear both the poems and the Bible verses in the background. So I thought that made the whole video very special just to have that extra piece of it in there. And then my other favorite part is honestly, mostly just seeing the guests interact with each other and interact with us, just those little moments because obviously during the day we were very busy we were in and out, running around and just to see that they were having a good time and even without us there and still remember that.

Kendrick: Yeah. I think my favorite part was hearing people cheer, which is kind of weird, but I guess I didn't notice it during the day, our wedding day. But hearing as we walked out after the ceremony or when we walked into the reception or when we were leaving the reception or first dance or cake or whatever, there was always a random person cheering, which is kind of fun to be like, "Oh, all these people are super excited for us." It brought some joy back to the watching it where there's, it's more than just music in the background, there's more than just silent video or whatever. Hearing people cheer was, I don't know, it's weird to say, but I enjoyed it actually. I don't know.

Emily: That's perfect. Last question. If someone was on the fence about hiring a videographer, what would you tell them?

Kendrick: I would say it didn't add any complexity, it really didn't. Because we already had a photographer, the photographer's going places and I felt like you were just right behind the photographer and with the photographer. It wasn't like two separate entities that, "Oh, we've got to wrangle all these cameras," it was just natural of, we're already going to make these poses, we're already going to walk down the aisle like, I mean, we're not redoing the tape. And so, there wasn't any added complexity to doing it and there's a lot of added memories. So not much risk and pretty high reward, that's the simplest way to say it.

Emily: Yeah. It was super easy and even when we were going back and forth about having a videographer, I definitely had people who would say like, "Oh, I'm not sure if you need one or whatnot," but after they've seen the video and they are like, "Wow, that was such a great idea," because now they even go back and watch it. We still get compliments when we were telling your family about it today about, and they were like, "Oh yeah, that was a really great video." And so yeah, I would definitely, definitely do it. It's worth it.

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Tricia and Kent

Tricia and Kent’s story -

“Reid: So first off if both of you wanna talk just about, and Tricia I know you weren't originally wanting to have a video, and you can talk about that too, but what was the motivation for both of you to get a videographer?

Tricia: I would say that originally we weren't gonna have a videographer until I saw another one of ones that Best Made Videos® had done. I was intrigued and thought it was something that we would want to have to commemorate our wedding, as well. When I talked to Kent, he was all for it. He said he wanted to see what I was doing all day long before the ceremony since we weren't doing a sneak peak.

Kent: I thought it was a great idea. I had not seen it until she actually pulled it up on a video once and showed me and I'm like, "Well this is fantastic" because literally, being the groom, I'm gonna be doing opposite things. I won't see what she's doing, it'd be kind of cool to actually put the whole thing together after the ceremony. I was on board.

Tricia: Honestly, it was probably one of the best decisions that we made.

Kent: Agreed.

Tricia: Super excited when we got it. We watched it several times, and I would say, that you guys not only captured the moments, like the actual pictures and the photography portion of it, but that you guys did a great job capturing the feel of the day and the emotion that was going along with it. All the happiness and the love that we were surrounded by and our personalities and some of the quirky things that we did during the day that we didn't even realize until we watched it back on the video.

Kent: You did a great job of editing by the way. The whole microphone thing on me was a bit unusual, and oh my goodness they just recorded that. Well done on the editing. We do appreciate that.

Reid: If you guys could talk about the reaction when you saw the video for the first time and, I don't want you to cry again because I know, in the video...

Kent: The first time I saw it, it was a simple best on the couch actually which is a beautiful thing. The first reaction, it was amazing. Truly you captured the entire day leading up to the ceremony, the ceremony, and the afterward. Seeing everybody from your perspective where you had the cameras set up and followed people, it was just amazing. A lot of things I had missed because you're kind of busy pictures taking, and you're shaking hands and kissing babies and I did not see a whole lot of the other things that were actually going on at the time. It was very cool to take that third person look at our ceremony and to be able to sit on our couch and enjoy it. It was awesome.

Tricia: I would agree. We not only loved watching it, like I said multiple times, but the people that we shared it with were in awe of what great video it was. Not only, the highlight video, but it was super fun to be able to go back and watch the actual ceremony in its entirety and the toasts that we had after the wedding. It was great.

Reid: If you could just one specific highlight of the video and then we'll kind of pair it with it when we shot it, but if there was this specific moment?

Tricia: For me, I'll let you say yours, but for me probably one of the things I remember the most was when I made the crazy decision to get on the back and you went running for you camera and you were not gonna miss it. That was one of the things that I was like, "It's a good thing Reid was there to capture that."

Kent: Same thing with you going grabbing your camera and it was kind of tight timing before the ceremony, but giving Tricia’s parents the painting beforehand. I really appreciated that and it came out nice on the film, too. I was like, "Oh, that's awesome."

Reid: Yeah, that was good cause it's tough where, I'd done a lot of communication with Tricia ahead of time and so even like Jeff, it kind of spent most of the morning with you. I was like, "Okay good let's get everybody involved here". I had a wedding with Jeff a couple weeks ago and the groomsmen had been in another wedding we had done this year. He was like, "that videographer, he was at another wedding I was at." I was like, "Yeah, I know. That was me. It was my company." He was like, "Oh, I didn't see you and then I was blocked out by the reception". I don't know. I was like, "Yeah, cause it's so separate." I thought that was great that he was like, "oh he really does get this, care about his." So I thought that was good, I remember that too. Finally, what would you say if someone was on the fence about having the videographer and didn't know if the cost was worth it or maybe felt uncomfortable, or for whatever reason people wouldn't want a videographer?

Kent: You wanna start there?

Tricia: I would say do it. No question. Call us if you are in doubt or on the fence because we would absolutely convince you to go with Best Made Videos®. You guys did a fantastic job and were so easy to work with. You worked seamlessly with our photographer, with all the different places since we had the big property, and there was stuff going on in the cabin and there was stuff going on in the lodge. You guys were everywhere you needed to be and it turned out amazing. Anybody that's doubting, I would say make sure you put it in your budget. It will be one of the best decisions that you make.

Kent: Just kind of elaborating on that, going back to what we were actually talking about already. From a groom's perspective and a bride's perspective you really don't know what's going on on the other side of the coin. You get to the wedding and everyone shows up, but it was just great to see how much fun Trish was having actually with her ladies getting dollied up. The guys and us getting dressed in the cabin. I think that was something that she got a chuckle out of because it's a funny group anyways with us, but boy to be able to take a holistic review, or view of the entire, and to be able to actually see it from both sides it was, yeah, well worth the money.

Reid: Perfect.

Tricia: The other thing that I would add is that we loved having the option to use our ceremony music for the video. Even though you gave us a ton of choices, that for us was the perfect fit to be able to use The Side Project music and Mike singing for the actual music on our video. Made it that much more special.

Reid: Yeah, that worked out good. I was really happy that we could get a good recording of all that.

Tricia: Great addition on your part.

Reid: Oh, good. If we don't get that, it doesn't exist. They play it during the ceremony but then it's nice to kind of get that. Awesome.

Kent: Perfect actually.

Tricia: It was. The only other thing that I would add, I put this Reid in your thank you, was that by far you were the most on top of it, prompt, organized vendor that I worked with in my wedding planning. I never had to wait cause you were aways really responsive, and for me and my Type A personality, I loved it.

Reid: No, that's good. Having gone through it I get it. It's funny talking to vendors that haven't been married, or don't get how that- and I'm like man if it's 7:30 at night, it's cause they've got like the five minutes to do it. Dorothy gets it too. You've got to hit them when people are- because then it might be a month before you have time to do it again. You don't know so you've got to be on top of it.

Tricia: I got lucky. We got lucky.

Reid: Well good. I appreciate it so much, I don't want to hold up too much of your day, but thanks for getting Skype installed and all that. I know it's kind of a pain.

Kent: No worries.

Tricia: No. Thanks for asking us”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Nina and Aaron

Nina and Aaron’s Story -

“Reid: First off, in terms of videography, was that something you guys thought you wanted or not, or where did kind of each of you land on that at the beginning?

Nina: I was the one that thought of us getting a videographer, and I had some family members that did it, and one of my good friends, who was also one of the bridesmaids, after her wedding, she said her one regret was that she didn't get a videographer because the day just goes by so fast. So, I was the big push in us finding a videographer.

Aaron: Yeah, and the only one, too. I wasn't so excited at first, or I don't know. I didn't think it was a thing. I thought we were getting photos, but yeah. I guess looking back on it, I'm really glad we did the video and I feel like it was super important. I don't even know, I haven't seen our photos yet, but I think preferring it to photos, which are great, but the video, you feel it, you live it, and I know my dad said he cried when he watched it, so yeah. From a no to a yes. Just like me, not her.

Reid: No, but I think it's important. I think a lot of times, whether it's the bride or groom, whoever, there's always one that isn't necessarily sold on it most of the time. So, I think it's good to hear that kind of honest feedback. I think it's important. It's what I tell people.

Reid: Talk about getting the video, just that first initial, being able to watch it. What was that like?

Nina: Yeah, I think after that high of the wedding and then you go on your honeymoon and you get back, and we were getting back into normal life, it was just nice to have the video to kind of relive all of those things, and not just a sudden drop off of oh, okay. This huge event in our life, and then just back down to normal life. Which is great, but at the same time, it's awesome to have something to every Friday, kind of sit down and watch different clips, because we had all the footage, not just the highlight video, but being able to see clips of things that we didn't get to see, like our family members and them at the cocktail hour.

Aaron: Yeah, places we didn't go.

Nina: Yeah.

Aaron: Yeah, so you can pick out their name tags, all those details. Yeah. It was neat to get kind of a whole picture and see people's perspective, and I know Nina and I said quite a few times, it probably would've been pretty fun to have been guests at our wedding. So, I know the video really shows us what was going on.

Nina: Yeah, the video is like you get to be a guest at your wedding. It's nice to have something to look back on like that.

Aaron: Yeah, definitely.

Reid: It was a fun wedding. It was good, so yes, it was fun to be a guest at the wedding, and also work. It was fun.

Reid: Can you pinpoint a specific thing in the video, and I'll match it up of your each individual favorite part of the highlight, the end of the highlight video?

Nina: Gosh. It's hard to pick one favorite part. Overall, I love the story that it gives you of what's going on from the morning til through the afternoon and the ceremony, but I guess if I had to pick one favorite part, I think my favorite part was just seeing the look on Aaron's face, and the look on our family members' and our friends' faces throughout the day, just the smiles and the reactions to things, which you get that in photos too, but seeing the movement in it, and the hugs, and the laughing. I think that was my favorite part of the video.

Aaron: Yeah. I don't know if I have a specific, pinpoint favorite part. I really like all of it, and Nina always pointed out to me when she dipped out of the door and down the stairs as I started to come down the aisle, so it was kind of cool. If I had only turned around, I could've seen it.

Nina: Yeah, the section when I snuck out of the room I was hiding in in the church, there's a side door and I have to kind of come through it. I was thinking in my mind, how are they gonna get back to that back part without everybody seeing me? But that was exactly the part when Aaron's walking up the aisle, so you can kind of see me in the corner, and I just point out to him, there I am. You can see the end of my train.

Aaron: Yeah.

Reid: I know exactly what you're talking about, because the priest had kind of waved me to kind of hide a little bit when everyone was coming down, so I kind of set it, it was kind of trying to sit there. I don't even, and then I totally was editing that. I was like, oh, that's funny. You can totally see her go around. I caught that same thing. That's awesome.

Aaron: Yeah, it was pretty cool to see. Pretty cool.

Nina: Yeah.

Reid: Cool. Then if people were kind of on the fence about having a video, what would you say to them if they didn't know if it was worth it, or the cost benefit, or feeling uncomfortable, or kind of whatever?

Aaron: It was even funny. Just a couple days before our wedding, we went and hung out with some of Nina's family, and they have a few kids now. They're like, yeah, we watched our wedding video every anniversary, and even still just a couple days before our wedding I thought, oh, that's lame.

Aaron: But now, definitely. I can't say enough. Vote yes. Videos are way more important than you think. Well, than I thought.

Nina: Yeah, that's another cool thing is if we're gonna have kids, or people who didn't get to see the wedding, this is a video we can share with people who weren't there, and we've had a couple family members share clips that they took, but it's so much different when you have the whole picture and the story and the music. I think that does a better picture of the whole day as a story, rather than just okay, here's this clip of them, yeah, dancing. Here's this clip of him walking down the aisle. It's something that we can have to share with people who didn't get to be there that day.

Aaron: Yeah. I don't know. I like it. I've watched it 10 times now, probably. Yeah, I even watched it with some of my friends, which I thought I would also never thought I would do. But yeah.

Nina: Yeah, what's funny is Brian, Aaron's best man came over the other day for dinner, and I had a joke with Aaron. I was like, oh, maybe we'll watch the wedding video. Brian was the first one to ask. He's like, "So, did you get the video back?"

Aaron: Yeah, yeah.

Nina: Yeah.

Aaron: He liked it.

Nina: Yeah.

Reid: That's awesome.

Nina: Yeah, I don't ... yeah. Thank you so much, Reid. I mean, yeah. It's awesome. We really liked your style. It was just super clean and ...

Nina: Yeah. I think some of the ones we saw here, it was this dramatic shot and kind of-

Aaron: Really choppy.

Nina: Choppy clips. But yeah, we just loved being able to see. I think you really captured the story well, and when we saw some of the client videos that you had in the past, we could really tell because I think each couple's video is so unique. Some of the other videographers we watched, every single video kind of seemed the same as you watched couple to couple. Then when we watched the videos on your site, it was like each couple seemed to have their own story, so it really helped us feel confident that you'd tell our story accurately, and we definitely felt that way when we watched it.

Aaron: Yeah.

Nina: Yeah.

Aaron: The only other thing I'd say is you can't go back. You cannot go back in time and have a video made, so ...

Nina: So, do it.

Aaron: Do it.”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Kimi and John

Kimi and John’s story -

“Reid: Cool. Well thanks. If you want to just start off with in terms of videography, what was the thought process of going into your wedding day without something you knew you wanted right away or were you not sure at first or?

John: Yeah, I think in the beginning we both thought videography was really important because the pictures give you a nice snapshot of the moment in time but videography gives you pretty good idea of, you know, all the sounds and the emotion really takes you back. So, from the beginning we thought we really wanted videography.

Reid: Kimi, what did you think?

Kimi: Yeah, definitely. You know, I think that the day and just memories in general are really made by voices and hearing laughter and videography is the only way to capture that. I'm so thankful we chose to do it. It really lived up to every expectation that we had.

Reid: So then, when you guys got the video, if you could kind of describe being able to watch it the first time, what was that like?

John: It was great. It was like we were transported back to the day. It was really exciting being able to share that with our friends and family and kind of relive it together.

Kimi: Yeah. I think it's always a little embarrassing to watch yourself on camera and to hear your voice but it was so magical and you quickly forget how embarrassing it is at the beginning. That has been something that we really cherish and we've watched a couple of times. I know my family has just loved it. Those who weren't able to attend had seen it and felt like they were there. Everyone just feels like it really captured the day. It was really magical. We chose to watch it together and we were kind of apart, traveling when you sent it over and we waited to watch it together and it was really a nice experience, really special.

Reid: If you could both highlight a specific moment from the highlight video and then I'll show that, you know, when we're talking about it, just from the highlights that you know, something that was like a favorite that you got to see on there.

Kimi: I really love, there's a scene where James, one of the groomsmen, is popping his jacket open and it's just like, no one knows what we're supposed to be doing and it was just so comical and perfect for the day. I think it really summed up our bridal party fairly well. He's like, popping it open and then giving John kisses on the side. It was perfectly James.

John: Yeah, I think mine was also with the groomsmen and just some of the video of us getting ready, which you don't really think at the moment is something that you're gonna look back fondly on and then you see the video and it's just, like it takes you right back and it's, I don't know. You just really appreciate you know, your friends so much.

Reid: Then, what was it like on the day of in terms of having the video. Was that pretty seamless? What was that like?

John: Yeah, it was totally seamless. It was amazing, you know, having you there and your assistant. It seemed like you guys were always one step ahead of us, ready to get the perfect shot set up and we just knew that you were getting everything's multiple angles and didn't interfere with the day's events at all.

Reid: Kimi, what did you think?

Kimi: Yeah, it was the perfect mixture. Like, you weren't there at all, we didn't notice you, and then in the moment that we needed you to catch John before he slipped into the water, you were right there. Swept in and saved the day, but then disappeared into the background. So it was really, I don't know, just fun to have you guys there hanging out. We felt like you guys were just part of the bridal party.

Reid: I actually just ran into Yuri the other day, I think it was Saturday, we were going wine tasting and we stopped by Target and we just, I don't know, crossed paths. It was funny to kind of get to see him, because I knew he lived around here so kind of bounce into him and I got to meet his wife and stuff, so it was kind of exciting, too. He has his little kid and Dorothy, so it was kind of fun to get to hang out.

Reid: Then in terms of like, if someone was on the fence about having a video or they weren't sure, what would you say to them about that?

John: Wanna go first?

Kimi: You have to do it. You have to have the video. It's so important for the day. You know, everything happens so quickly and you're worried about so many little things that you don't get to appreciate all the moments, and this video is the only way that you're gonna get to do that, you know, to look back and see everyone. And also see the parts of the day that you weren't there for, like, we had the [inaudible 00:05:16] and missed all of cocktail hour and we got to see all of cocktail hour here in the video, which I thought was really neat and all the dancing and just having the vows on video as well. It was nice. Because that's the largest blur probably, I thought we were both so nervous.

John: Yeah. I totally agree 'cause it goes by so fast and you have so much adrenaline that you know, a lot of it just kind of all blurs together and you miss pieces so, like instead of going back, if you ever watch it on video, it's just incredible.

Reid: Cool. Is there anything else I didn't ask that you had on mind, I don't know. At that I feel like I just kind of roll through so ...

Kimi: I don't think so. Choose Reid!

John: Yeah, yeah.

Kimi: John described you as like the lovable golden retriever of our bridal party, just like always there to help and catch the moment and just so fun and nice to have around, so.

Reid: Yeah, I appreciate, yeah, it was a really fun day. We never really know which ones are gonna be like awesome and it was just really cool and so I know Jeff, too, we both kind of had a good time, so it was fun. We never know what's gonna end up being awesome and it was a really great day, so thanks!”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Laura and James

Laura and James’ story -

“Reid: First off in terms of videography was that a high priority, or what did you guys think about that heading into the wedding day?

James: Go ahead.

Laura: That was a high priority. We knew that we'd been a video on our wedding day, I guess as soon as we decided we were going to get married. We had already talked about that.

James: Yeah, I kind of feel the same way. I mean, we knew this was something that, the memories are nice while you're there in the moment, but we knew the video was something we could capture and take forward with us throughout the years. That was important to me as well.

Reid: And so when it came time to selecting the vendor, was there specific things you were looking for, or how did that go about?

Laura: Yeah, so there were specific things we were looking for. A lot places don't have an elopement package or they just have one package, and that's sort of just for everybody, so it's not tailored to a certain amount of time, certain amount of minute clips on the video. We didn't want a 20-minute video. We just wanted a highlight type of video. And then just dealing with researching the information, we were kind of on a short timeline, so it was important to us to just have everything on the website. If you guys, it was all there and available. We knew what we were getting. It's what we wanted. But with other companies, the information is hidden. We didn't really have the time to set up a lot of meetings, research that information out.

James: And that's kind of what I appreciated about reviewing your website whenever we were doing it because of the transparency of knowing what we were going to get. And i know some of the bundled things were there in other packages, and we just couldn't accommodate everything that they were looking for. But with yours it was easier to accommodate our situation for our elopement, you know, on a little bit shorter of a notice. And also, this would have been like a year later, we definitely would have got the drone, yeah. Cause that's a little bit before our time, I was really wanting the drone, but yeah. Like I said, with our jobs at the ... like right here now it just wasn't the right time so ...

Reid: Yeah, yeah, yeah. And then talk about kind of the day of, what was the experience like for you guys, in terms of like adding on the video where not everybody has that. So what was that kind of experience like day of?

Laura: Yeah, the day of I guess I really didn't know what to expect, but it was great, having you guys there videoing it. And I mean, like, sometimes I didn't really realize you guys were there and James and I could just do our own thing. And then other times, you know, you all were more like interactive and like provided direction for us. That was really helpful. But I still felt like we got to spend a lot of alone time together even though you guys were there videoing and other people taking pictures and stuff.

James: Yeah it was pretty easy for me. Like I'm pretty relaxed in most environments so it's kind of nice to just kind of shooting the breeze with you all. If I don't know what to do I just ask y'all and you let me know so ... that was an easy part for me.

Reid: Yeah I would say definitely relaxed and easygoing would be two words I would also choose to talk about you. And then what was it like getting the video, what was it like getting to watch that and experience it back kind of the first time you opened it?

Laura: So we got the email and we weren't together. So we waited until we were together so we could watch it together. And it was just incredible. I think I'm very much like OCD, and I want to plan everything out to the minor detail, but it was just like great for you guys to make something creative and put it all together. It was amazing. It was better than anything that I could have come up with by myself. And I just loved that kind of scenes transitions and it included every part in that questionnaire that we wanted to see. And like the music component, searching through all the songs. Like I thought he was so ahead, like some say in picking like okay any of these songs are fine, but then you guys decided which one was the best fit. It was great. I mean, I cried, but I guess I'll cry when I'm watching it every time so ...

James: Yeah it was really nice. I like having the two options. Like the highlighted reel and then the ceremony, so that was really nice. Everything worked out really well, and sometimes whenever we'd get into conversations and I'd be thinking in the back of my head like, "Oh, I wonder if that's gonna make it in the video, but then we add the music playing over it and it was just seamless so that kind of ... that was nice. You added like a nice artistic touch to everything so I appreciate that.

Reid: If you could each talk about a specific scene in the video that you particularly enjoy, or like your favorite part I know it's hard sometimes ...

Laura: No, my favorite scene has to be when James dropped the cake cause I just gave him this look and I was looking at him like that all the time. And I don't ever realize it, you know. I don't know what it looks like. And I'm just like, "Oh, yeah. That's classic."

James: Yeah that was a ....that's probably ... like I probably have two favorite scenes. Like the one where we're dropping the cake, that's definitely probably my more favorite because that explains exactly what I'm getting into. But the other part is where you're capturing the vows, of us each stating the vows, just kind of like an emotional time, saying those type of things to each other, like in that type of setting so, that was the other thing that I really appreciated, as well.

Reid: And then finally, if someone was on the fence about having the video, if they didn't know, either for cost or for like convenience, or they didn't know about it, what would you say if someone was on the fence about it?

Laura: I would say that the memories are like the most important thing to us, not you know stuff, or accumulating more stuff for vacations or anything like that, so just having the video there and looking back on it like on our anniversaries or just like whenever like date night, watching the video, it just brings back that day. And I can't explain the emotions and memories and that to me ... that means more than having stuff. So I'm glad that we did it, otherwise I think I would have regretted not doing it.

James: Yeah. And I mean we're kind of particular, I mean you've got a couple pharmacists here so we're kind of particular on quality so whenever we were reviewing other videos and kind of seeing what we were able to get we thought like we could trust the quality that you are bringing with it. So, with that being said, and how accommodating it was for you to come accommodate our situation, with our elopement, I think the price is pretty reasonable in regards to that, but no problems with that.

Reid: Perfect! Is there anything else I didn't ask? I think you guys did absolutely fantastic.

Laura: No.

James: Not that I can think of.

Reid: Awesome, well thank you guys. I really appreciate it. I know in trying to schedule and getting Skyped and everything, it means a lot to kind of reconnect with clients and get to do this for a few minutes, so, thank you guys.

James: Yeah, thank you.

Reid: And if you ever need anything just let me know, but I really appreciated it and it was really fun day. And I know Matt and I had a lot of fun and so thank you guys. I really appreciate it.

Laura: Yeah thanks.

James: Yeah, thank you. Thank you for being there for our special day.

Reid: Awesome, well thank you guys. Have a great night, I appreciate it.

James: Alright, you too.

Reid: Awesome thanks.

James: Bye.

Laura: Bye.”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Sally and Nick

Sally and Nick's story -

"Reid: I guess if you could both independently or together speak on each, what was your thoughts going in and getting the wedding video to begin with?

Nick: I think it was overall a really good experience. You were really easy to work with, I think Sally appreciated your response time was excellent.

Sally: To this day.

Nick: And when you're planning a wedding that's really the thing that you're looking for is quick response time, easy to work with, everything straightforward.

Sally: It's such an intimate moment that's being comfortable with someone who's really with you from the moment you start getting ready to the end of the night and being able to just feel comfortable and just excited to be sharing that moment with somebody there as well.

Nick: Yeah, it was a great experience overall.

Sally: And we got our video four days later.

Reid: Was videography something you thought you wanted? Was it kind of on the fence or what was your thoughts heading into the wedding?

Nick: We thought that we wanted to spend our money on things that would last. You can make your wedding nice, but some of that stuff goes by and it ends at the end of the night. Photography and videos, those are the things that kind of last. We put some thought into it but we thought we would invest in things like that that would last. We're happy with that we ...

Sally: To be fair we didn't know where to start though, we would watch videos online and we're like oh some are super cheesy and some aren't really our style. But we found you and you were so responsive again, we had so many questions really in the beginning because we didn't know what to expect. That was super helpful in helping us decide what to do.

Reid: And then what was your reaction when you guys saw the video?

Sally: Our video?

Reid: Yeah.

Sally: Oh my God, I was ecstatic because we had just landed in Bora Bora for our honeymoon and that was the first thing we did. Let me tell you it was amazing, but we got into our room and the first thing we did was watch the video. It was the perfect balance of capturing the day but you had edited so perfectly. There's one scene where my makeup artist and I are surprised and you captured it perfectly, it's in-between our vows. It couldn't have been better, there was nothing for us to say other than thank you.

Nick: I think our style is we like simplicity, we like things being straightforward. As Sally said, we don't like things being over the top, cheesy or anything like that. And I think that's what the final product ended up being was capturing what the day was. Everything was simple, but tastefully done and straightforward. We're really happy with it.

Sally: It's really nice to go back to those moments. Especially when I was saying my vows I was just bawling so to be able to go back and see it when I'm not, it was really awesome.

Reid: What was a favorite moment specific from you guys about the video? Because then I try to kind of match it up.

Nick: Do you have one?

Sally: You go first I'm thinking.

Nick: All the reaction shots are pretty cool.

Sally: Yeah, mine was probably the dress shot for sure. And then I really like how the video started right away with our vows where Dale our officiant is starting off with his brief but kind of meaningful of how the work really is between us and then going into our vows from there. That really kind of set up the whole video for us and carried the theme all the way through.

Nick: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Reid: I'm glad you guys liked the dress shot, those were good.

Nick: Yeah.

Sally: So awesome, I don't ... right now.

Reid: They were good. And Nick what about you?

Nick: The first look was pretty cool, that's really the one thing that you get is the first look of when you're going to get married.

Sally: I was so emotional.

Nick: Capturing that moment, that in itself might have been worth it.

Sally: I think we were surprised at how emotional that moment was because we were kind of prepared for the ceremony part of it, but that moment was good.

Nick: Yeah.

Reid: And then finally, what would you say to couples that they were kind of on the fence about videography? I guess what would be kind of your thoughts about it?

Sally: The day goes by so incredibly fast, there's no way that you could possibly remember all of it. And then there's so much that you don't get to be a part of because you're either mingling or getting ready, you're doing photos. You're really able to capture everything that we missed and the things that we won't really be able to soak in until later.

Nick: And then you can, on your wedding day you can plan out the food but the food's gone at the end of the night. You can plan out the drinks, but it's gone at the end of the night. The things that stay with you for years down the line is the memories that you can relive with photos and with videos as well especially.

Sally: I still tear up watching the video, Reid.

Reid: That's good.

Sally: It's like watching it in present day.

Nick: I'd say if you're on the fence this is the stuff that lasts.

Sally: Yeah, this is what really you'll take away from the wedding.

Reid: Perfect, the you go. You guys did great. Thank you so much. It was so funny I was just down in Vegas for that conference and I was walking in the room and Dale was there. I was like oh what's up man? He was doing a big talk on officiant and I think it was pre-wedding counseling.

Sally: We really do appreciate everything, your responsiveness and getting the video to us so quickly. We've heard horror stories from our friends, it took them a year to get their video back. And we loved every minute of ours, so thank you.

Reid: Well Juliana was great, I saw the photos.

Sally: Yeah.

Reid: I hope you guys ended up having a good experience with everything.

Sally: Yeah, for sure.

Reid: It was really fun, it was fun for us too. I really appreciate it because that's kind of why we do it.

Sally: My sister just got engaged so as they start planning I will send her your way.

Reid: There you go, I appreciate it. I hope she's as cool as you guys.

Sally: Yeah.

Reid: You guys enjoy, good luck with house hunting.

Sally: Thank you.

Nick: Great, thank you so much.

Reid: Have a good night, appreciate it.

Sally: Bye."

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Angelina and Taylor

Angelina and Taylor’s story -

“Reid: Yeah, cool Well thank you guys. I was putting together all of our 2019 weddings today, I do a big compilation. And so I went back and kind of was going through the day and it was so fun to kind of go through everything and look, I hope you guys had fun.

Taylor: Oh yeah.

Angelina: Yeah.

Reid: There's a very prominent scene that we'll put, that's in the highlight video. So I'm excited, I'm going to post it in the next couple days and I'll tag everybody in it.

Taylor: Oh cool.

Reid: I'm excited, yeah. Cool. So first off, if you want to just each of you kind of talk about, was video important going into the wedding, or was that something you guys thought you wanted, or where were you kind of leading into the wedding, what were you thinking?

Angelina: I know it was fine for me, because I had only ever seen my parents wedding video which was really bad, and it was like a family friend stood in the back of the really dark church, and I was like, "I don't want that." So that's what this is, and I'm not like super interested. So I know my mom and my aunt really pressed me on it, because her wedding video, even though it's not great has a lot of people in it that aren't here anymore, and that was their point was, even if you don't think it's a big deal, we think it's a big deal and we think you'll eventually see that it was a big deal. So we watched your guy's, the example videos, and I was like, "This is really cool." Because I don't know, the intermingling of the music over and then people talking. And actual audio from the day, I was like, "Okay, that actually is a good idea." And then when we got the highlight video from you, which was like the first night of our honeymoon, we were both crying in the hotel.

Taylor: It was good, yeah.

Angelina: I was like, "Oh my God, this is one of the best things that we even spent money on for the whole wedding." People can eat hot dogs, for all I care. If we made sure that we had the video. So it ended up being like one of my favorite things from the whole wedding was having it, and it captured the day so perfectly. So it ended up being ... it was just awesome.

Taylor: I had never really thought about getting a video done, because for my parents they didn't have video, or at least as far as I know. They just had pictures. Then for my brother's wedding, the father of the bride had a camera in the back and the father of the groom had camera in the front. And that was 10 years ago and it still hasn't been mixed together. So, this was great. To have it completely produced, completely put together for us, and essentially immediately available. I didn't want to put Reid under too much pressure tp deliver in a day, because that would be incredible. But yeah, we were able to get on the plane, get to the hotel, and by the time the baggage was out of our hands and dinner was decided upon, the video was ready for us, it was awesome.

Reid: So yeah, so talk about that initial seeing the video, what was that like?

Taylor: I think I was probably on the hotel bed, right?

Angelina: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Taylor: Like exhausted from a day of travel and the day of cleanup after the wedding. And I was just glad to see it. Something that we didn't have to try and fool around with the hotel channel guy.

Angelina: It was also the ... the whole day actually felt like a total blur, and so watching the video back, not even 48 hours later it was like, we caught things that you don't notice in the moment because everything is going so fast and you're so ...

Taylor: Which kind of seems silly to say, because everyone kept saying it's going to go really fast. It's going to go on a blink. And then it actually did.

Angelina: Yeah, and it totally did. So getting it that soon after, and done so well. And then there was moments that made it to the video that I didn't see, because we were separated before the ceremony, so seeing him with our nephew and with his best men was so funny. It just ... I know that the guys were debating what to have playing music wise, and somebody said Prince and so then I hear under the chatter in the groom's suite, the Prince playing, and I'm like, "Oh my gosh." That's part of it's now, but it's funny and it's like their little thing. And then I get to see it, so it feels like, oh that's kind of what I think maybe everybody else was feeling watching the video. As they're getting a peek as something special for us, but there's even easter eggs in it for both of us.

Taylor: Yeah. And we knew the photographers would be getting one thing, the videographers would be getting another. So it kind of took the pressure off us I guess to try and remember everything in the moment.

Angelina: Yeah.

Taylor: We just experienced the day, because we still had so many lenses around us and it was ... it was all very natural to us, I think.

Angelina: Yeah.

Reid: Yeah, talk about the actual logistics and was it pretty easy? I mean, because I do think that some people worry, like, it's going to feel like a lot.

Angelina: Yeah.

Taylor: It was really easy. The cameras weren't big and bulky, there were no light bars taking up half the dressing room or anything like that. The photographers which were from a different company and the videographers, Reid, everyone was working together and collaborating. So it was great to have a chance ... I mean, it kind of felt relaxing. Maybe not for you because you were getting your hair and makeup done.

Angelina: It didn't feel super weird. Because I know ... I think having photos done before the actual day of helped me get a little bit more used to it. But still, a video camera you're going to be like, "Oh my gosh, am I sitting funny?" But it didn't feel invasive or oppressive having cameras in the room. I think both of you that were there that day were able to chitchat with people, and it matched really well. And I think that helps a lot. Is sort of like the social integration that you're not just these silent, the weird ones in the corner with a camera. You're like, engaging with everybody and I think it makes other people feel comfortable too. Because they're like, "Oh gosh, I'm on video now." But it breaks the ice and it makes people feel like, "Okay, be myself." And you can totally tell that.

Angelina: Because there's moments captured where I'm like, "Oh that's so, so and so."

Taylor: Well and it must be a weird social dynamic for someone to have to work a wedding when you're dealing with a whole bunch of wedding drama and friends and family that obviously don't see each other, and probably not sober in most areas. So they have the whole video crew there acting, more or less like they were invited guests. But without demanding the things that invited guests do. It was really easy.

Angelina: Yeah.

Reid: Awesome, that was great. That was a good ... thank you. In terms of a favorite part of the video, and I'll try to match it up. The highlight video specifically, if you could mention maybe a highlight that you each had.

Angelina: I think just our vows. Because I was so nervous saying mine, that it's like I don't even remember actually saying them. My memory is now of how it was captured and then put into the video. Because I was like, the closest to an out of body experience I've ever had. Because I'm like all these people, and I'm about to pour my heart out. But, I think it was captured really, really well. Then I think the second favorite is just this funny moment that we caught after the fact. So my main of honor was putting her shoes on in the bath tub because we all think it's hilarious when wedding venues have bathtubs. Or when his best man puts on his boutonniere and smacks him a couple times. And he's like atta boy, and these moments that you don't think of in the moment, as being so important necessarily. Like the vows are obviously massive, but those little moments that make all the people that are in our lives, the people that we have in our lives, it's really cool to have that to look back on.

Taylor: Yeah, I loved the vows especially because for the whole wedding we were working on everything together, the whole way through. And our family was involved in a lot of it too. Except for the vows. I had no idea what she was doing, she had no idea what I was doing. What had happened, it was kind of like a wave crashing over you to be able to get that all captured, and turned around so quickly, actually, "Okay, you really did say all that stuff." As we're here on our honeymoon, relaxing, we can see, "Okay, you said that, you still seem to be feeling the same way."

Angelina: 28 hours later.

Taylor: Marriage seems to be going all right. You already have that kind of evidence in your back pocket. I think for me, the favorite part was just seeing the joy on the peoples faces who ... honestly, we didn't get a lot of time to talk to anybody.

Angelina: No.

Taylor: So maybe 30 seconds per guest is what we had face time wise. So to be able to watch that back so instantly and know okay, uncle so and so doesn't have a grudge against me because I only spent five seconds with him. He was having a good time with aunt heather.

Reid: Yeah, and it's such a ... my good friend got married April two years ago and it was the same thing. We got done with his ceremony and we went in to like sign, and he was like, "I literally don't remember what just happened." And it had been 30 seconds. So yeah, that's a great point. And then finally, just if someone was on the fence about having the videographer, what would you say if they weren't sure it was worth the cost, or you know, all that.

Angelina: I think pictures are really important, and that was something that was really important to me. But there's something about the way that video can capture someones entire demeanor and the tone of their voice, and the way that they are at the ceremony, at your wedding or whatever it is. I know the thought that my mom and my aunt had was that some of these people, they're not going to be here forever. But you have them as they were, that day, which is like ... they're probably going to be the most happy for you they are at any point in your life. And to be able to see that, even later on. It's hard to explain how important and meaningful that is. Until you have it in your hands, and you're like oh gosh, yeah.

Angelina: Even the younger ones. We've got the moment where our niece screams, "We do." When the pastor asked who all chooses to pass blessing upon this couple, and that's going to be so funny to show her that later. Like maybe at her own wedding. You can't convey the whole sort of context of a moment just with pictures and retelling the story. It's so much better having the actual footage and audio and all of it all together. It really is priceless.

Taylor: Yeah, I think as we're talking now, it's almost nine months since the wedding. And I kind of forgot that she said, "We do." So loudly. We've got 100 some odd pictures from the day, we've got thousands of pictures of the little nieces and nephew from that same sort of age range. But only the one video of them right then, with us forever in that kind of moment. Which like you said, we're going to be able to bring that out to them for their weddings, and maybe their kids weddings, who knows how long we'll be around. But the video is sure going to be around for a heck of a long time.

Angelina: Yeah.

Taylor: I'm very glad we did that. That along with our desserts I think was probably the best choices we made. And then getting married too.

Angelina: Agreed.

Reid: Awesome, and Taylor, just a final ... elevator pitch, last 10 second thing to round it out here.

Taylor: Okay, elevator pitch, let me think.

Taylor: Okay.

Taylor: The guestbook for us got screwed up. The pictures were wonderful, but there will never be enough of them. But the video we get to re-watch over and over again, and see everybody's faces in real time, and hear their voices. And it made the day for us.

Angelina: Yes, I think so.

Reid: The one last ... and I'll let you go. Tidbit I was just going to share, we were back at Trinity Tree, almost exactly a month after you guys. It was like, April something. And it torrential down poured all day.

Taylor: Really?

Reid: We literally couldn't even, like ... I'm talking you couldn't even go out past the porch. Like it was so ... and obviously we did the ceremony inside too. But I'm talking even family ... everything was on that porch out back. Their couples portraits we shot over that fireplace to try and ... like shooting out. It was horrible. It was really hard. It was really hard. So you guys lucked out being able to do a bunch of stuff. You know, running around the trees and stuff.

Angelina: Yeah.

Taylor: Yeah.

Reid: Yeah, it was a tough day. So anyway, be very lucky about that.

Taylor: Yeah, well it was so strange to think that another five degrees in early March and we could have had it all outside.

Reid: Yeah, yeah. I don't know, I think it's good. I think it's always better to be safe than sorry. As long as you can do some photos outside I think it's fine.

Angelina: Yeah.

Taylor: Yeah.

Angelina: I think initially I wanted outside, but then after we started setting up inside I was like okay, this is fine. This room is the same, so.

Taylor: But it does speak to the ability that you've got, is that you were so mobile you know? You were there running around just as much as any photographers and the equipment wasn't weighing you down. You got in and you got every shot that the photographers did, but in real time and with ... you know.

Angelina: Bigger equipment.

Taylor: Yeah.

Angelina: And sound, and all that stuff.

Taylor: Yeah, it was really beautiful. Street shots were great too.

Angelina: I know, yeah. Some of the raw footage you sent us, we found one of his friends and her husband like stole a chocolate covered almond from her, and you captured her like death glare.

Reid: Oh, yeah yeah yeah.

Taylor: She gave him the best Italian stink eye, ever.

Angelina: The funniest thing. I sent it to her every once in awhile to remind her. Like remember this? And she laughed.

Taylor: And now they have a kid, that was before they were parents.

Angelina: Yeah.

Taylor: That was probably right around the time they ...

Angelina: Got pregnant.

Taylor: Got pregnant, yeah.

Reid: Oh my god. I'm glad you guys could go through that too, because that's always the goal. So you never know how much people were able to do all that. So that's awesome.

Taylor: Yeah.

Reid: Well good, thank you guys, I really appreciated it and you were on and ready and coordinated and I just appreciate it so much, this kind of stuff means a lot. Just to be able to match it with your video and send it out and stuff. And so I use it a lot for booking with clients and stuff. So I really appreciate it.

Angelina: Yeah, for sure.

Taylor: Yeah.”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Jazmyn and Josh

Jazmyn and Josh’s story -

“Reid: So, first off, talk about kinda what made you wanna get a videographer? What was the ... And if both of you guys can answer each question, that would be helpful.

Jazmyn: Yeah.

Josh: Okay.

Jazmyn: I guess I'll start. We knew from the beginning that capturing our big day just can only imagine what it would be like to be so immersed in it and then look back on it and know that the memories that were captured in a very quality way would be huge. Whether or not that's ... We would sacrifice, I guess, other parts of the day in order to ensure that we could have the right videography and photography to be right there alongside us to capture those moments.

Jazmyn: And running into you at the Tulalip Wedding Show actually, that was a really good first look at yourself and Best Made Videos. And then to kinda have that solidified further through a friend who through media, met her in production and she kind of put your name out there and you were immediately responsive and up for our challenge, actually.

Josh: Yeah.

Jazmyn: You had a unique one.

Josh: Yeah. I can touch on that. They meant being able to do what you guys did with capturing our moment, our beautiful ceremony and then turning it around at such a quick time was absolutely stunning. Everyone was floored at the reception. It was absolutely incredible.

Jazmyn: They couldn't believe it.

Josh: Yeah. I mean, that was really what we had envisioned and you guys encapsulated it perfectly. So I think that was a huge part in why we chose you guys, specifically, but we're gonna have this wedding to remember forever and wanna be able to remember it and all those amazing little things that happened throughout the day that maybe we would forget, but not with the amazing video we have.

Reid: Thanks. Normally, I ask people what was your reaction to seeing the video? Which is normally after the wedding at some point. But you guys were unique 'cause it was kinda during your wedding. What was that like? And then also then, if you wanna give me the full one when you guys were able to watch that. However, you wanna approach that.

Jazmyn: Yeah, we knew we wanted to share every part of the day with everyone that we could, but having kind of a more smaller, private ceremony at the onset of the day, challenging you with trying to turn around something before having a bigger reception and seeing that final product couldn't have been more perfect. And just you guys adding to it a really great crew made it more personalized in that even you got something to us within just a few short hours so that we could share very nicely done, quality, great string of capturing even just literally your parts of the day so nicely.

Jazmyn: And then in just a couple weeks, the fastest turnaround that we would have expected and a full blown-out video was the total package.

Josh: Yeah, and one of the things that I'll never forget about the wedding day and the reception in general is just the reaction of people when they were watching the video that you created. We weren't there watching, but we were kind of behind the scenes kinda peeking out and just the reactions that we got from everyone that was there, it was pretty incredible. So cool and I'll never forget that.

Jazmyn: You got every piece of detail in our lives. Things that we wouldn't have even expected or seen, but we knew could definitely be part of us. Even from the smallest piece of getting a good close-up of our tats together. And just the moments in between with our bridal party. It was huge.

Reid: Specifically, on the highlight, is there a ... And we try to kinda I'll show it when we talk about, like a specific moment ... something that you enjoyed seeing from the highlight video?

Jazmyn: Yeah. I know from the onset you've been very flexible about whatever type of package you could put together. We knew that we wanted a drone especially going from one venue to another and knowing what kind of Seattle weather can potentially present during a May timeframe can be a little bit difficult, but you guys were on-the-fly ready to use it or not and you caught the most stunning drone capture looking over the [Ballard Locks 00:05:14] and then again over [South Lake Union 00:05:16] and panning onto China Harbor. So for that to be a day in and of itself stunning from being a sunny day to also capturing the entire view of Seattle's scape for a place that we call home since we've even been kids is just really special. That was a key element for myself.

Josh: Yeah. That was stunning. The fact that you took one like our main ceremony spot and then went to our reception spot. It just felt like it was so perfect that it transitioned right into the reception where everyone was able to watch the video for the first time. And I can't tell you how many times we watched the video, the highlight video, when we got it. Just after the wedding, just to reminisce. I don't know. 20, 30, 40 times. Just so special just to relive that moment, all those moments. So it's pretty incredible.

Jazmyn: My mom has even with all of your great blogs capturing different elements of weddings or the best weddings, each time that she's even gone to watch it, she's impressed. It just goes from the music, the transitions you make, the selections, the piece of detail of the people that are involved. And telling a story, which we love looking back on whenever we can.

Josh: Yeah. Absolutely.

Reid: Awesome. And then if someone was on the fence about wedding videography and they didn't know if it was worth it or if people would watch it. That's what I get a lot is like, "Oh, nobody watches it," or, "We're never gonna watch it." What would you say if someone was on the fence? Talk to them about it.

Josh: You want me to go first this time?

Jazmyn: Sure.

Josh: So, it's kinda funny. Back 20 years ago, you'd have a VHS that I think you'd have a valid argument of maybe no one will ever watch this. But, nowadays, it's right in your fingertips. It's on your phone. You can relive that moment right then. It's so worth the money that it costs to have more than just a photo that maybe is a great memory, but you don't have all the little detail that happened in between and all the moments you wanna capture that you can with a video. It's so special.

Jazmyn: Even for those that maybe didn't get a chance to participate or see you on that day, it's just another way of extending beyond just the memories, but also with those that kind of share the same love and respect and wanna be a part of your lives in that way. So, I think having a video to encapsulate the pieces that are harder to convey in just a photo is just ... I can be at a loss for words because of how video is just so intriguing and has come a long way and has enhanced form of that kinda storytelling.

Reid: Perfect. Good job.

Jazmyn: Thanks!

Reid: Is there anything else that you wanted to share? Any other comments? That was perfect. That was so good. Thank you so much.

Jazmyn: No, we're happy to. No, Reid, you and your team, there's a reason why you guys have excelled and you do good work. It shows in the final products that you guys deliver and even in just the professionalism that you hold and showcase. For those that ... Yeah, it's centered around us on that day, but we know that you're seeing different brides and grooms day in and day out, so just the level of charisma that you have, but also talent, is something that we hope that we continue to relay and communicate to you because it was invaluable.

Josh: Yeah. I'm kind of a review junkie and all the reviews on your page and you look and you're like, "Oh, my God, why is it so good? There must be something going on." But every review that you've gotten, you've obviously earned because you've over-delivered. You were so prompt, so quick. It's so exciting to get that video and you don't have to wait months and months and months for it. It was fantastic.

Jazmyn: Your passion shows through and we'd like to think we're a very passionate couple, as well, in the things that we're involved in. So just having that in both a highlight reel and then a full eight-minute ... I wasn't even expecting that. Length video. I'm floored, but we're exceptionally pleased with going through with what we had already set out and trying to secure from the get-go.

Reid: Perfect! Thank you so much!”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Marcy and Mark

Marcy and Mark’s story -

“Reid: So first off, what was the thoughts behind getting a videographer? Did you want one, were you hesitant, or what were you guys thinking about that?

Marcy: You first.

Mark: Okay. I wanted one because at least of everyone I talked to, they said one of the things they regretted not having was a videographer. So I wanted to make sure we had that. So pictures are nice, but sometimes it's just nice watching it.

Marcy: I didn't really want one at first because I was crunching the numbers, but then after all was said and done, the video part was my favorite part of the whole experience. The videos and pictures, those were probably the best ... The highlights of it.

Reid: Why was that your favorite part?

Marcy: 'Cause you could actually see the candid moments in between. And also seeing it from besides my perspective, just everyone else's perspective too.

Reid: And Mark, do you think that was one of your favorite parts too, or what do you think about it?

Mark: Yeah, I like the video a lot. I like being able to relive it a little bit again.

Marcy: Yeah.

Reid: Tell me about being able ... When you guys were able to watch the video for the first time, what was that experience like?

Marcy: I think I watched it a hundred times that day. It was good, it was like ... I think the wedding day itself goes by way too fast, and then when you're actually watching the video, you're like, "Okay." You see a lot of moments that you didn't catch when you were experiencing it. So it was definitely priceless.

Reid: Mark, what did you think of it when you saw it?

Mark: Yeah, like she said, when you're going through the wedding day, it's hard to remember and you don't notice everything 'cause you're just running around the whole time. But then when you get a chance to sit down and watch it, you get to see more of, "Oh, this happened or that happened." See everyone's reactions a little bit more, so it's cool actually seeing the wedding rather than just experiencing it through our eyes.

Reid: And then if you could each do a favorite part of the highlight video and I'll try to match it up, the highlight one, the short one. If you could talk about a favorite moment of that.

Marcy: I think for me it's at the end when everyone's dancing. You were gonna say that?

Mark: Yeah.

Marcy: Yeah, that was probably my favorite. It was fun.

Mark: I like the blooper at the end too.

Marcy: Yeah, with the bouquet. That was funny.

Mark: Yeah the outtakes and everything.

Marcy: Yeah. That was my favorite too.

Reid: And also your guys' ceremony and vows were so powerful and ... Did you enjoy being able to go back and have all that stuff captured as well?

Marcy: Yeah.

Mark: Yeah, I like watching her vows. I cringe at my own voice, but watching her stuff is great.

Marcy: I like your vows. I like how the video progress and then it just showed you first and then me next, us saying our vows in the background. It made it a little bit more sentimental.

Reid: And then, if anybody was on the fence about videography, if they weren't sure if it was worth it, like you weren't really sure and trying to crunch the numbers and stuff, what would you say if somebody was on the fence about it?

Marcy: I would definitely just do it. You only get married once hopefully and it's the best way to remember it. You won't regret it.

Reid: And Mark?

Mark: I definitely recommend it as well, 'cause you get to experience your wedding from another perspective outside your own, very focused version of it.

Marcy: Yeah.

Mark: So you get to see your wedding rather than just running around, busy the whole time.

Marcy: And as the years go by, little tit bits of it, memories will fade, but you'll have that video to look back on and relive it again. And it's nice, it's a nice thing to look at.

Reid: And then, I was listening to ... Were you guys able to share that a lot with people? I think I remember your guys' video gaining a lot of views. Did you enjoy being able to share it with family and friends and things like that?

Marcy: Yeah, especially any family or friends that were not able to be there. When they watched the video they were able to feel like they were a part of our special day. So that was important to us too, being able to just share it easily with the link and then have people from far away watch it, and be a part of it too from far away.

Mark: Most of those views were probably from her, but we were able to also make some copies for our grandparents who aren't really technically savvy. So having them be able to get a copy of it as well and see it again was great for them.

Reid: Perfect. You guys did so good, thank you. That's it.”

“Their Voice, Our Video” - Cristina and Jason

Cristina and Jason's story -

"Reid: I just have like three or four quick questions. What was your guys' process like for hiring a wedding videographer? What was your thoughts behind it?

Cristina: Oh, I liked it. Answer that one, honey.

Jason: I didn't want one. No. But I'm glad we got one. I didn't want one.

Cristina: No.

Jason: But I'm glad we did.

Cristina: I'm the one who wanted it, and I was telling him that I wanted a videographer. And he's like, "No. It's not worth it," and whatnot. And all of a sudden I was like, "Okay." And I went on this search, and I looked at everybody else's ... had about five people that I was looking at all their videos and whatnot. Yours was the one who stood out that was different. Each video was different from one another, and that's what I liked. I liked how it was different and not the same. You brought how the person was, or the couple was, into the video, versus just a segmented thing that I saw on everybody's else's.

Jason: No, I liked it. I thought it was cool. I'm glad we got it. I'll tell you that.

Reid: So what was it like when you guys got to see the video? I mean I know it was pretty recent, but what was it like?

Cristina: Oh, gosh.

Jason: It was emotional.

Cristina: Yeah. I was crying. I cry every time I see it. There was things that I didn't know that was happening, which was another reason why I wanted to get it so that I could see what happened everywhere else because it's such a ... the day just goes by fast. So seeing that video, I was crying like a baby. I loved it.

Reid: And what about you, sir?

Jason: Yeah. It was good because you're getting pulled constantly from everywhere, and then it's cool that you guys captured the stuff that we couldn't see. I liked it. I thought it was cool. I loved it.

Reid: Let's wait for that. It sounds like a plane's going overhead. I think your guys' is always a good representation of ... I think photos are really important, and I think you can see emotion in photos, but I think that seeing your guys' emotion in the video and being able to hear and stuff ... I mean do you feel that? Is that an accurate statement? Or what do you say to that?

Jason: Oh, yeah. That's very accurate. Like when we redid the vows and you put that in the video and stuff, that was really cool how you tied other pictures into us doing the vows was actually pretty cool.

Cristina: That was one of my favorites. I liked how you captured the slide. That was awesome. That was really cool. I was like, "Oh!" And then the little moments of the running down the driveway, and then what I did. It just brings back the memories of how that whole thing came about.

Reid: And then what's it been like just being able to share it with family and friends and whatnot?

Cristina: Say that again?

Jason: What was it like sharing it with family and friends?

Cristina: Oh gosh. I called up a few of my girlfriends after I sent it out, and one of them answered and she had just tears running down her face, saying that it was absolutely beautiful. Like you did an amazing job at capturing everything. I called up my ordain, who was our ordain, and she was at work, and she was like, "I just got done bawling my eyes out. And I'm at work, so I had to take a couple minutes and regroup." And I was like, "Yeah." She loved it. So far, everybody who's seen it, it is phenomenal. And that's all they could say. And they were just amazed by how quick you got it back to us and just made it look effortless.

Reid: Awesome. Thank you for that. I appreciate that. What would you say, last question, and if you could both answer, to anybody that's on the fence about videography or doesn't think that it's ... and especially I would like for both to say.

Jason: You need to do it. It's worth it because it's like you said, the picture's kind of a more still thing, but you get the actual raw emotion of the whole entire thing. So, yeah. You need to do it. Because, like I said, I didn't want to do it, but you should do it. It's worth it.

Cristina: I agree. Everything that he said. I would do it anyways because then you get to see everything that you don't get to see when you're doing the wedding.

Reid: What's your big, last, hard sell if you had to tell somebody?

Cristina: Oh, gosh. The day goes by so fast that you miss the little things.

Jason: Or what people say and stuff like that in the little clips that you have. Because you can't hear what everybody's saying, but some of them, it's really funny of what actually really goes on, especially when you're not around. So it's totally cool because you can hear what people are saying and stuff like that, so that's pretty cool.

Cristina: He's loving the one that you got of us at the house with our daughter. That's his favorite one. So it's the little things that you miss out, like in our video, it was the kids playing on the swing set, and going down the slide, or people standing there on the fence, with the cows and interacting with them, or all the kiddos on the bouncy house. I didn't get to see any of that, and that brought more tears to my eyes because it was so beautiful just to see that everybody was having fun. And it's the little things that make the big difference in the whole videography. So, I love it. I'm excited that we did it.

Reid: Perfect. There you go. I appreciate it. Hopefully, that was quick and painless.

Cristina: It is.

Jason: It really is.

Cristina: I was waiting for him to say something because he's the one that was so anti-videography.

Jason: I did say something.

Cristina: No. That's why I wanted you to.

Reid: And it's good. I mean most of them it is that way where it's one or the other, and then it was one way or the other convincing. So I think that that is really relatable to a lot of people, so that's good because it is most ... even our friends, the one didn't want it. So it's good to have. And I really appreciate it. Yeah, you should get the DVDs. I mailed them yesterday. So you should get them, and let me know if you need anything else from me. I really appreciate it.

Cristina: You fucking rocked it.

Reid: Awesome. Good.

Cristina: You rocked it. Thank you. Thank you. Like, it is absolutely amazing.

Reid: I mean, even just where it starts out every time with the officiant talking and it's like ... it's just really emotional. I get emotional thinking about it.

Cristina: I know. I was getting teary eyed. I was like ...

Reid: But I sit and watch it all day. And so my wife will come him and I'll just be a wreck because I sit with it in front of me for six, eight hours. So it's cool, but I mean it was a really cool experience, so I really appreciate it.

Cristina: Did you have fun?

Reid: Oh, it was a blast. No, it was a blast. And I sent it to Jeff, and he loved it. And so we're excited.

Cristina: Tell him thank you, too.

Reid: I'm so glad. Yeah. And I'm so glad that he got that extra time with the house before I got there to get the cows and the orchard and all that kind of stuff. It's worth it, even for us to do all that, it was all worth it. So I was really happy with it.

Cristina: It really was. Cammy, that's her house. I go, "You should see how they did the cows, and they put your dog and the rooster." And it was absolutely amazing.

Reid: Yeah. And the bouncy house. And I was like, "You need to get the bouncy house going up." You know because a lot of videos start with a piano or whatever, but that was like real life for that wedding. And that's what it was. It was like a big backyard, still beautiful, still we got great portraits and stuff and all that. But, I mean, it was. And so it's like it needs to be really authentic to what that is, and I felt like it was really ... I thought Jeff did a really good job getting all that stuff. I thought it was really authentic.

Cristina: He did. The opening to it was actually amazing.

Reid: It's great. And that was all him.

Cristina: Everything just came to and it just flowed. And I'm like, "Oh my gosh. This is awesome." I think I've watched that video like, oh, umpteen million times by now.

Reid: It's perfect. I love it. So it's good.

Cristina: It's so awesome.

Reid: Yeah.

Cristina: So, again, Reid, thank you, thank you, thank you. You did absolutely amazing.

Reid: Well, like I said, if you ever need anything from me, let me know. Like I said, with the footage and the DVDs and stuff, just don't hesitate. I'm really easy to get ahold of, so.

Cristina: Okay. Sounds good.

Reid: Awesome. You guys have a good night. Thank you so much.

Cristina: Thank you.

Jason: Thank you.

Reid: Bye.

Cristina: Bye."

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Jacquie and Derek

Jacquie and Derek's story -

"Reid: First off just thoughts going into the wedding day in terms of videography. Is that something you guys thought you wanted or how did that thought process come about?

Derek: Originally I was against it.

Jacquelyn: Yeah.

Derek: Not necessarily against it, but I just thought it was an unnecessary expense. When you're budgeting a wedding there's a lot of stuff that you have to turn down. But for Jacquelyn it became important and then I heard through other people that they really wished that they had videos of their wedding.

Jacquelyn: Yeah, I knew for sure that we had to have a videographer and that we'd make room in the budget. Definitely because I wanted to have memories of my loved one's being there. Everybody told me that it's going to fly by. The day is going to fly by and you have to soak in every moment. And honestly, I can't remember everything there. It all went by so fast. And to have the opportunity for you to make the video, and then even for us to get that extra footage, is amazing. There's things that it helps me recall what happened and I have it permanently. I think the really cool thing is actually today I started a new job and so the girls already knew. One of the coworkers was getting married and they were talking about my wedding and a couple of the girls were like oh, yeah. And I'm like here and so I sent them the link of our wedding video and they just loved it. They got to see, they got to be a part of it and they weren't even there, which is really cool. I really wanted it.

Derek: Yeah in hindsight I probably should have placed more importance on it than I did.

Jacquelyn: I had to push for it but we got it.

Derek: She shouldn't have had to push very hard because it's a no brainer thinking back.

Jacquelyn: Yeah.

Reid: That's kind of exactly the reason because generally when we do this it's one of, if not both, of the people didn't want to have it. And then for whatever reason they came along to it. I just think that's such an important story just to hammer home. That's all I do is talk to clients about that.

Jacquelyn: I think the funny thing, what sold Derek was that there was an older gentleman that heard that he got engaged and he told them that he has to have a videographer. And he's like oh my fiance's telling me that. Yeah, it was actually an older man.

Derek: Well the guy told me, we hadn't even talked about my resisting the video or anything like that or really anything. He's like there's two rules for a wedding, you have to have a videographer and you don't smash the cake in her face, that's the two things you don't do.

Jacquelyn: Yeah.

Reid: Well that's good, that's a good lesson so I appreciate that. That's funny. You guys were joking, you just talked specifically about day of. How did that whole process go?

Jacquelyn: Gosh, everything was just so easygoing. I feel really fortunate because we have Megan, who's awesome. And she kind of talked with Joe more than we had to, but I just felt super comfortable with him. Because he was with me in the bridal suite getting ready and everything just went so smooth. It was effortless honestly.

Derek: Everything went really well, that was the other resistance that I had to videographers. Originally my brother got married the year before us and they had a videographer that wanted us to choreograph a bunch of shots and stuff and do all sorts of stuff. And Joe and I forget is it Matt that was the other guy?

Reid: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Derek: Right. Matt was in our room and he didn't have us really choreograph anything. It was like well you got any ideas and just kind of rolled with it and it went really well.

Reid: And then when you guys got the video what was that initial being able to watch it reaction? What did you guys think?

Jacquelyn: Oh my god, I cried.

Derek: We didn't watch it together initially because you sent the video and then she sent it to me.

Jacquelyn: Oh, yeah.

Derek: I was on the road in Eastern Washington or something like that and I checked it out. I watched it like three or four times, it was a really good highlight video.

Jacquelyn: It makes me want to cry thinking about it. Literally, I'm probably going to cry. It was awesome. It was so cool to see it. It just highlighted the joy and the love that we have for each other. And to see everybody so happy during it, it was badass. It was so great. And to have the family pictures in it as well it brings it to life.

Derek: Right. During the wedding, you know this because you're married, during wedding day you don't really get to visit with everybody. You're getting pulled in 1,000 different directions to do 1,000 different things, and the wedding planner wants you doing certain things. Looking back at the video and actually getting to see everybody that was there and seeing that everybody was having a good time and seeing ...

Jacquelyn: Yeah, and to see what Derek was doing. It's awesome.

Derek: It was really cool, yeah.

Reid: Yeah, I loved your video. You guys had picked your music and whatever and I can't even remember the name of it but the song that's at the beginning of your video is absolutely my all-time favorite song on that site. And I've only used it one other time, and it's one of my most favorites. I just really loved it. When I was oh what music did they pick, I was like oh yes because I didn't even know the name of it and I plugged it in and I was like this is literally my favorite song. I just knew, I really liked it. I thought Matt did a really good job with all the little details, like going in the man cave and setting it up. I just really was happy with how it turned out. What is specifically a favorite memory from the video, do you guys have one?

Jacquelyn: Gosh, for me it was really nice, I didn't get to see people walk down the aisle. One of my favorite is actually watching the ring bearer kind of like walk past the aisle and turn around and sprint down.

Derek: Yeah, he like bee lined it so that was funny. I think my favorite part of the video was you paused at the beginning, you paused the music at the beginning because one of my groomsman said what if she doesn't even beeping show up, or whatever.

Jacquelyn: Yeah.

Derek: I thought it was hilarious, it was so funny.

Reid: I'm really glad. I told you it could be a line, but I was like it's so funny I had to at least send it because I really ...

Jacquelyn: I think that's what's perfect about it too is it was fun, the video. It wasn't all about, it added a lot of character to it. My favorite part though is when we're at the altar and we're saying our vows and I can see how excited I am on my face, the anticipation and the joy. It literally just flashes so quickly and to look back and be able to see it and I don't know, it's unbelievable to have video of the most important thing in my life. I just looked really happy, more happy than I thought I'd look.

Reid: I thought you guys looked really happy, I would definitely agree with that. You hope that people enjoy it. I thought you guys looked really happy. Ultimately, last question is if people are on the fence or they're like Derek out here that doesn't want to get a video. What do you say to that?

Derek: I say go for it especially with how you have it laid out. Another one of the things that kind of had me resisting it is that when you start looking at videographers specifically, there's so many different packages you can choose from and there's so many different upgrades that you can, and so many different things. The pricing, you never really get a straight price on some of the stuff that you're looking at. And the way that you had it laid out, it's like no this is just my price. It was so reasonable so why wouldn't we do that? For me the way that it turned out in hindsight it's obviously a no brainer.

Jacquelyn: What I would recommend is honestly if somebody's looking at their budget and they're like I don't know if we can make it work, honestly lower your entrees and your food choice for the caterer. I swear it's worth it. Feeding somebody versus having this for the rest of your life, they'll have a great time. The food's really not that important, so put that cost towards a videographer. For sure, absolutely no doubt about it.

Derek: Yeah, you should be able to make room in the budget ...

Jacquelyn: Don't take it away from the alcohol, but take it away from the food.

Reid: That's perfect. Well that's it guys, that's all I got.

Jacquelyn: Real quick my twin brother and his brother didn't get a videographer. And that's the number one thing they regret. Anybody I talk to, any bride that doesn't have a videographer, that's what they regret most is that they didn't have someone there to document it. Pictures are great, but a videographer is a whole different game.

Reid: Yeah. I think especially with the vows, there's a lot that goes into it. Even our wedding Saturday I'm just editing it right now and they've got six minutes of these amazing vows and they went to high school together and all this stuff. You're like man you have all these great photos of that and that's awesome to see the ceremony and stuff, but if he's crying and you see the photo it's like what's he crying about? You don't know, but if you see it then you see it, and then you know it gives you context to everything. Anyway, I do what I do. I don't need to tell you guys anymore.

Jacquelyn: One thing I wanted to book this sooner than later. I think we waited a little long to book you.

Derek: We were really luck to be able to get Joe and Matt for that day, really.

Reid: Thank you guys so much and for taking the time tonight. I really appreciate it.

Jacquelyn: Thank you so much. "

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Lauren and Ronnie

Lauren and Ronnie’s story -

“Reid: Cool. Well I won't hold up too much of much of your time. Talk about, if you guys could both, why have a video? What was the thoughts going in and having a wedding video?

Lauren: For me that was one of the biggest things I wanted. I talked to my mom, because my parents paid for the wedding. I was like, "Mom, my biggest thing I really, really want is a video. Because this day is going to go by way quicker than we think it will and I want to remember everything. I want a video of ... I want to see how he looked when he saw me for the first time. Every day, every year, I want to be able to see that." That was really, really important to me.

Ronnie: It never really crossed my mind to have a videographer. I just didn't think about it, didn't think that we would need one. But at the end of the day, I'm glad that we decided to get one.

Reid: Did she have to kind of twist your arm or what was that like?

Ronnie: A little bit. I mean it definitely wasn't top of the list of everything else going on at the time. But she finally convinced me to do it and I wouldn't have had it any other way. It was great.

Reid: Talk about when you guys saw the video. What was that kind of like to watch it for the first time and that experience.

Lauren: Oh my God, I cried.

Ronnie: Yeah.

Lauren: I cried. I was pregnant so I cried harder. It was amazing and it awesome to see his reaction. What I wanted, I got. To see the confetti come down during our first kiss and all of that was just totally amazing. I woke up the next morning after our wedding and I was like, "That was way ..." It's almost like you do so much work and it just goes by so quickly you don't even get to appreciate it. When we got to see the video, I got to take the time and appreciate everything that happened that day. That was awesome.

Reid: Ronnie, what did you think?

Ronnie: With what she said. I mean it was a great, great video. Couldn't have done it any better. I was really, really impressed with the amount of detail that went into everything in the video. It was a great video and I'm glad that we have it to share with everybody.

Reid: Talk about specific moment or something and then I'll show it. But like your favorite moment or highlight of the video.

Ronnie: Probably the first look was probably my favorite moment. Definitely the first look.

Lauren: Yeah, that was amazing. I love the first look too, but I just like the confetti during our first kiss and everybody looking. Us having our first kiss and that whole moment, that was awesome for me. Those were mine.

Reid: Talk about now, obviously you have the little one and being able to have the video to share with her when she ... Talk about that and the longevity of having the video to share.

Lauren: So I was literally half way through my pregnancy when we got married. I was 21 weeks pregnant. I was so excited that I would be able to tell her, "You were kind of there." Now we'll get to show her and she'll get to see, no matter what. Cause parenthood creates a huge change in your life and no matter what she can see how much her mom and dad love each other. How that kind of all started and how she was there for that.

Reid: Talk about if people were maybe on the fence about not having a videographer, what would you tell them if they were on the fence?

Ronnie: I would push and push and push for a videographer if anybody's having any doubts about it. Go out on a limb and do it and you will not be upset later in life. It is great that we have a video to share with everybody.

Lauren: I've already shown it to her. I showed her the highlights video. I mean she's too little to really appreciate it but it was a huge moment for me. Yeah, when in this world it's all about the things for parents. It was so fun and amazing for me to see and to show her the video. It was so important. It was definitely worth it.

Reid: So what would then be your kind of final sales pitch for someone if they weren't sure about it?

Ronnie: I would tell him to trust your gut on getting a videographer. It is definitely going to be one of the best ways to save your memory and share every year. And if you don't do it I think you'll probably regret it later on.

Lauren: For me I'd say that day is going to pass you by so quick. It's going to be over before you know it and you're going to really regret not taking a moment to just enjoy it. And that a video gives you that moment. It gives you that moment to relive the first look walking down the aisle, your vows and all of that. The video gives you that moment.

Reid: All right thanks so much!!”

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Kaleena and Tim

Kaleena and Tim's story -

"Reid: Awesome, so just start now in terms of like wedding videography, what sparked that decision to look into that, or is that something that you guys wanted for your wedding day?

Kaleena: I asked everyone who I knew, who had recently gotten married, what's the one thing you wish you could've done for your wedding? What's the one thing you could've done to make your wedding better, you regretted not having? And almost every single person I talked to said, "I wish I had a videographer," because you plan for so long, for this one special day and just like that, it's over with. I just goes by in a blur, and they really wish they had a moment to really capture their wedding, so you can go back and relive it and look at all those happy times, even some things they missed. And so, that's the one thing I knew I wanted.

I didn't want a videographer. I thought, it's expensive. It'll be out of my budget, but after talking to all these people who, that's the one thing they regret. I didn't want that regret, so I took the step to get a videographer.

Reid: And Tim, was that something that you had thought about or did you just kind of go along with what she had wanted or-?

Tim: Yeah, so originally I didn't even think of having a videographer at all, like the thought never even crossed my mind, but then when she brought it up to me, I was intrigued as to like what an actual videographer does. So, when she went on the website and she looked you up, and then she just showed me all the videos, I was, "Oh wow, that's actually super, super cool. We could get down with that." Then, after that, I was all kinds of down.

Reid: Well, good. Then when you guys got the video, what were your thoughts when you watched the video for the first time?

Kaleena: I probably started crying the first five seconds into it, when I heard the music, and then I saw the beautiful opening aerial shot, like, of course, the tears started coming. Just the way it was put together, it ran so smoothly, like you had the beautiful parts where you heard vows, and then it kind of shifted over to the more funnier parts of the guys doing their poses.

Everything was just so seamlessly put together, and the quality was beautiful. And I could tell you really, really took the time and effort to find those really perfect shots to put in the, like the smaller times video. You had everything on video, like there's some parts I watched that was just hilarious. I'm like, "Oh, my gosh. My family." But it was amazing. You couldn't ask for anything better.

Reid: And Tim, when you watched it, what did you think?

Tim: So, I feel the same way. I feel like you encapsulated the overall vibe of the wedding really well. Like, you got the serious part of the vows and the taking of the pictures and all of that. Then you've got, you know, us letting loose and having fun and just being ourselves.

And yeah, I was really impressed by the production, too. It was really smooth. The music, honestly, I never even heard any of those songs that you showed us, but we listened to a few and I was like, "Those are good ones." Then, when we heard them on the video, they worked really well. Yeah, it was great. It was a cool video. I watch it all the time.

Kaleena: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Reid: Then, what's your favorite part of the video, just like specific moment, so we can kind of show that?

Kaleena: Oh, that's really hard. We just watched it yesterday.

Tim: Yeah.

Kaleena: I think my favorite part would have to be his vows. That was my all-time favorite part, were his vows. Yeah. That, spaghetti.

Tim: I would have to say, my favorite part would be, the part when me and her are sitting down. Or no, right after the ceremony, when we're hugging everybody and greeting after we became an official married couple, and then we were sitting down, writing down the marriage certificate. That part was one of my favorites, because it was just like, at that moment it became real in the government's eyes and all that, which you know, was cool. But it came even more real in my eyes, too.

Reid: And then, finally, if you have someone who is on the fence about videography, what would you say to them? You know, like a friend or a family, or-?

Kaleena: Do it. Just do it. Do your research, really look at videographers in the area. Make sure that you have examples of their videos. Reach out to people. Just get a videographer. It's not something you're going to regret. It was probably one of the best decisions I made for my wedding was to get you guys to film it. I'm so, so thankful I did. Like, I'll really treasure it from this day forward.

Tim: I would say the same thing. Get one. It's worth it. I was unaware that they even existed, but now that I am aware, they're a great tool to use to capture those kinds of moments that, you know, they got the ability to or if they can even recognize those moments. Yeah, they are a really good tool to be able to relive that day. I would totally recommend one.

Kaleena: Yeah.

Reid: Anything else that I didn't ask or any, I don't know, anything else you want to say? But that was great.

Kaleena: Yeah, no, that was ... if you were gonna ask to give advice to one of your friends to get a videographer, I would have thrown it in there, but you already asked that question, so we're good.

Reid: Well, cool. I appreciate it, it really means a lot. I really appreciate it for that, because, you know, I know this isn't the easiest thing to do, so I appreciate it.

Tim: Oh, yeah, no problem.

Kaleena: Well, we appreciate you and all the hard work you did. It was, yeah, it was stunning.

Tim: Oh yeah, for sure.

Kaleena: Yeah, 'cause many people watch it at least 12 times.

Reid: Awesome. Well, thank you so much, and let me know. I'll send you a link here. I'll work on it this week, and then I'll let you know. So, thank you guys so much. I appreciate it.

Kaleena: Thanks. Have a good day.

Reid: Thank you, too. Bye.

Tim: Bye."

“Their Voice, Our Video” - Elizabeth and Bronson

Elizabeth and Bronson's story -

"Reid: What led to your decision to hire a wedding videographer?

Elizabeth: I had to convince him, but I actually saw one of my friends, she had a wedding video that she posted on Facebook, and I fell in love with it. I said, I want to do that, because it's more than just a photo, because you can hear voice. You can actually see-

Bronson: I wasn't convinced at first until I watched them. Watched the videos and then it's ... different than slideshow or just photos, video actually makes like, you can see people laughing. See people emotion's emotions, not just a still photo of somebody if that makes sense.

Reid: And then what was your reaction when you guys saw your wedding video for the first time?

Bronson: ...shock.

Elizabeth: Yeah, I just kept watching. I'm like, "Is it over yet? Can I keep going and going?"

Bronson: It's weird watching it happen, because you're so caught up int he moment sometimes, like, during the wedding, you forget things that are happening, you have so many emotions and you're excited and happy and then you go back and watch it, you're like, it's kind of surreal, watch it happen again.

Reid: And what about you, Elizabeth?

Elizabeth: Well, I'm not a very emotional person, but I loved it, and ... I didn't cry.

Bronson: You cried.

Elizabeth: Did I cry?

Bronson: Yeah, you cried the first couple times.

Elizabeth: Okay, maybe I cried one time. I do watch it often and I love ... I don't know, I love seeing everything I didn't get to see, if that makes sense. Like, from other people's views, rather than just myself.

Reid: What's your favorite part of the video?

Elizabeth: Oh, man. I liked him getting in the car. That was hilarious. When he was blindfolded? That was super funny. Because I didn't get to see that, because I was behind the door, so it was funny for me to see what he was going through when I wasn't there.

Bronson: Dancing was also pretty fun to watch. You and your dad, dance.

Elizabeth: Oh yeah, me and my dad dancing. Yeah, that was good.

Bronson: There's a lot of good stuff.

Elizabeth: I should have watched it to refresh my memory.

Bronson: You've been so busy. We're up in Seattle, so we were pretty hectic this past weekend.

Reid: That's okay. What was, I guess, your family or friends, what was their reaction to your video?

Elizabeth: Oh my gosh, we had a ... everybody could not stop posting it. Everybody said they cried, pretty much. We probably had like, 200 comments on it.

Bronson: I had a few people go, "Who'd did you hire? Somebody from Hollywood?"

Elizabeth: I had people asking me who are going to get married, like, "Hey, I love your wedding videographer, how much is it?" Trying to get information because they loved the video so much. And a lot of people said how much they cried.

Reid: What was it like actually working with the videography on the day of? Talk about, like, was that easy, or what was that like?

Elizabeth: I kind of enjoyed you guys being around. You didn't interrupt at all, but it was just kind of nice to have somebody ... for me, it kind of eased my stress level? You guys are so calm and you're like, "Just walk here, it's going to be okay." It was nice to have someone with me and telling me, it's going to be okay, just do your thing and it's okay.

Bronson: I enjoyed it.

Elizabeth: I enjoyed having you in the car ride for an hour and a half with the thunder and lightning and hail. That was fun.

Bronson: Yeah. There was no bad transitions. It always segued. I almost forgot you were even there sometimes.

Elizabeth: Besides enjoying you being there, I didn't notice that you were there, if that makes sense. And some photographers, how it's really awkward, like, "Put your head this way," or "Do this." It flowed really nicely.

Yeah, especially the way you worked with Jessica, too. She's taking pictures and you're doing the video at the same time and we didn't have to do anything five times in a row. I thought it was good.

Bronson: It was really good. I enjoyed it.

Reid: And then finally, if there were couples that were thinking about not having a videographer for their wedding day, if both of you guys could kind of, what would be your thoughts or ... how you would kind of, not convince people, but what would your thoughts be?

Bronson: I would say I'd be the biggest skeptic on the romantic videos and stuff like that. I was like, "Oh, we don't need one." But then, going back and looking at them? They capture so much more than any photo could and it really captures a lot of the wedding that you don't really, in a sense, get to see at the time because you're so caught up in the moment of other things going on.

Elizabeth: Or, it's really nice, I've watched it a few times since, we both are so busy, I've watched it a few times, but, try to make a point, like, okay. Six months, let's plug it in. A year, let's plug it in. Year two, let's plug it in. So it's kind of something that you can look forward to reliving, basically, your emotions that are going on while you're watching it, kind of like as an anniversary. That's kind of cool too.

Reid: Overall decisions on making, getting the wedding video? Positive? What would be kind of your in conclusion?

Elizabeth: Oh, best decision ever. I'm so glad we decided to hire you and having a wedding video. I love it.

Bronson: Yeah. I agree with that.

Elizabeth: I would have never changed anything else. That was the number one thing on my list. I'm glad that we hired a wedding videographer.

Bronson: Yeah, I agree.

Reid: Can you talk about just the retainer scene in the video? Did you think that was funny or talk about that?

Elizabeth: Oh yeah, the retainer. When I was opening gifts?

Reid: Yeah.

Elizabeth: Yeah, it was hilarious. And it was so funny, because I even told Jessica, "Please make sure I take out my retainer, because I just got my braces off," and I was wearing it 24/7, and I knew it was gonna happen, and I got so caught up with everything going on and I'll be darned, taking photos with my retainer in. With a lisp, too.

Doesn't happen as often now, but I still catch myself, carrying it around. "Oh, let me take that out real quick."

Bronson: I thought it was good. I thought it kept it light, in a sense. Because you get so emotional and stuff, but it kind of brought the mood back up, like when you-

Elizabeth: Yeah, like you getting in the car with the blindfold. That was good.

Bronson: Banging my head.

Reid: What were your overall thoughts on hiring a wedding videographer?

Elizabeth: Oh, it was the best decision ever. It was my number one, you know, thing on my checklist, to hire a wedding videographer. And I'm so glad I decided to hire you, because the wedding video is amazing and it didn't take too long to get my video back.

When you're waiting for it, you're like, "Please, I want to see pictures!" And boom, it was right there, so it was great.

Reid: Perfect.

Elizabeth: It's nice to keep in contact, not really in contact, with you ... I don't know, it's nice. I've never hired somebody and you know, followed through with all this ratings and ... it's kind of cool. We put a lot of work into our wedding and we're proud of it.

Elizabeth: It's a great video.

Bronson: And that was completely ...

Elizabeth: We let you do whatever you want.

Bronson: I think that was the best decision, because we would probably screw it up if we tried to do it.

Elizabeth: I think that's probably the best advice, is let you do your thing. I'm like, you pick the music. You do this. You do whatever you want to do. And it was perfect. And then, that leaves some-

Bronson: Full reins over the editing, because we probably would have picked.

Elizabeth: Put that in there. Let you do your work.

Bronson: If other people are listening, you want that video? You have to let Reid do his thing.

Elizabeth: Yeah, for sure.

Reid: Well, thank you guys, I know you're so busy. I really appreciate it. And it means a lot, so thank you guys. I'll send it over.

Bronson: Thank you for all you did for us.

Elizabeth: Okay.

Reid: Awesome. Enjoy your day.

Elizabeth: You too!

Reid: Alright, bye."

“Their Voice, Our Video” - Ina and Ron

Ina and Ron's story -

"Reid: Cool! Thank you, guys. Basically, we just have a couple quick questions, just about wedding videography. If you guys could both start just what inspired you to hire a wedding videographer in the first place. I guess, what brought that decision about?

Ina: Okay. Is there gonna be a, "Three, two, one, action"?

Reid: We're recording, so whenever you're ready, you are good.

Ina: Okay. So, I guess what inspired us to get a videographer was ... At first, we didn't want to. We were gonna focus on photos, and then the more I started thinking about the whole moment and everything, and our age difference, I thought I wanted to be able to have something to look back on when we're not together anymore. So, I started doing some research and found out some good information and that was it for me. I just wanted something to capture the memory so that I could hear and see him. Hear his voice and hear everybody's voice.

Ron: It's interesting because she ... You know, usually when we make any of these decisions, we actually talk together and we make these decisions together. And so after she had done her research and talked to a couple of her friends, she came to me and she said, "I'm gonna get a videographer and I'm putting my foot down on this one because I think it's really important that we have one." And at the time I wasn't sold like she was because I had not done the research or had any conversations with anybody. I was looking at one thing, that was looking at the price tag on the sign over there, you know what I mean? That's what I was looking at. And so it's not often that she says, "I'm putting my foot down 'cause I really do want this." And she said that and I said, "Okay, then let's go talk to some people, then." That's how we got there.

Reid: What was your reaction when you guys got your wedding video and were able to see it for the first time?

Ina: I cried. I cried at ... I think the first thing that struck me was the very beginning and the song, and just how it led into our video. You know, our name pops across the screen and it was beautiful. And I cried and I just thought to myself, "I'm so glad that we did this. I just can't imagine not having it." And I was so happy.

Ron: Yeah, it actually brings a certain immersion, when you just asked me that question because it was breathtaking. I can't even describe what it actually brought out, just watching us, both of us, because there's things that were happening with her that I would've never got to experience had it not been for that video, and I've watched it over and over and over again. It's almost like every time I watch it is like the first time seeing it and again, especially in the beginning-

Ina: Yeah.

Ron: ... when there was things that I didn't see. I didn't see what was going on in her room and all the stuff that was going on. I did not see all the stuff she was ... all the preparation. For us to be right out there in front of that hotel when we actually saw each other for the first time. I didn't see anything leading up to that on her side. This brings a whole different meaning to the whole thing.

Reid: What is ... besides the opening part, what's your guy's favorite section or part in the video, or what was it then that you liked the most, I guess?

Ina: You know, the thing that I liked the most was when I was ... when we watched it for the whole length of it and everybody that you spoke to that we had no idea that you spoke to, and I think out of everything, my favorite part was my brother-in-law and sister-in-law at the very end. They all mean a great deal to me, every single one of them and everybody at our wedding, but to just see those two, because they are such a big part of our lives, and Jeannie and Melvin closing it up at the end ... yeah, that was very sweet and that was ... out of all of that ...

Ron: Yeah, I think I kind of agree with that, but I think I want to answer your question in a different way, Reid, because for me, people say when you actually go through the wedding, you're just there and you just don't realize everything that's going on around you, or even some of the things that you're doing or saying as ... even if you're saying them. You just don't ... you're just not really have a vivid memory of that. And so that video allowed me to fill in all those gaps and to go back and make all those things real, all of them, including that last clip.

So, I'm not so sure I have a favorite part. I mean, I think there's some things that I actually gloss over, like my brother ... well, you took the part out of there for him, but ... but, you know, just some people talking are funnier than others and so I probably go back and watch them more than some of the other ones, but just making that whole thing real. You know, when she put her foot down and said, "This is what I want" and we did it, I just can't even imagine us not having that. I mean, how sad would that be if we didn't have that?

Reid: Perfect, and then last question: If somebody was maybe on the fence about videography ... hiring a videographer ... what would you say to them, or what would be your thoughts on that matter for the wedding?

Ina: I would say they would need to do it and they would regret it if they didn't. You know, interesting on how I found you because when I was doing my research, I listened to the blog and I didn't even see your portfolio or anything; I heard your voice and how you were talking, and how passionate you were about videographing and the weddings and just capturing moments, that I thought, "This is our guy." So, I would just tell people, I think, to really sit back and think about it and go with your heart because what I didn't know was you did pictures as well. You know, I thought it was just gonna be the video and we have pictures from you too, and so, you know, I guess people can think about that. Because they don't know. And so they just cannot not have a videographer. You have to do it. You have to. Just to be able to go back and look.

Ron: Yeah. You know, and I don't know how everybody else does it. I know that we sat down and we said, "Okay, let's put all the things down that we want in our wedding and ... you know, and try to come up with how much all that costs so we can have some kind of thing going in about how much money we're gonna spend." And we actually tried to prioritize those. You know? You've gotta have food, so that's gotta be somewhere at the top of there. But no, you've gotta have a cake. That's got to be up there. You've gotta have champagne. Stuff like that are the things that you have to have, and then you start getting into those other things about flowers and such.

I think when it comes to a video, I think, you know, after you buy a wedding dress and after you deal with the food ... 'cause people have to eat 'cause they're gonna be there ... and what they're gonna drink. I think the video has to come next. It has to because it's just that important. There is no way to recapture the moment of what you're going through without the video. Pictures are one thing. The video is something completely different. I would give anybody any advice that you cannot have a wedding without having a video of that wedding. And it doesn't matter what that means you can't do without. I mean, you've gotta make it ... have to make it work where the video's in there and everything else comes after that. Did you have one at your wedding? Did you have a video?

Reid: Perfect. Thank you guys. That was so good.

Ina: Okay.

Reid: Perfect. Thank you guys so much. I really appreciate it and I really do love your guy's video. I mean, that's why ... I mean, the people that I reached out to were the really special ones and obviously people I knew would be a good testimonial, but then the videos and the days that were really special, and I think your guy's was obviously one of a kind. So, thank you guys for letting me do that. It's been really fun to come back and do all this stuff and talk to people about it and hear stuff that I didn't know and stories and stuff, so it's really nice.

Ina: Yeah. Well, thank you, Reid.

Ron: Thanks, Reid. Talk to you later.

Ina: Bye, Reid.

Reid: Thank you. Bye."

“Their Voice, Our Video” - Brooke and Dominick

Brooke and Dominick's story -

"Reid: Okay, Go for it.

Brooke: Well we weren't originally planning on having a videographer, it was just something that just seemed so far out of reach ...

Dominick: We actually talked about it, and decided not to include it in the budget at all.

Brooke: Mm-hmm (affirmative)-

But it was ... after talking with Reid, and I literally went through and watched every single video on his website, and then after that, I knew. I had to-

Dominick: She was like I have to have a wedding video and it has to be Reid.

Brooke: I did. I went and I said, "I have to have it."

Like it just ... and we knew people who didn't have videography at all, and they didn't regret that, like that was a choice that they made, and they didn't regret that at all.

And so, that was kind of the mindset we were in, but then it's like, "Well, what if we do though? What if we do regret not having it?" And I just didn't want to have any regrets about our wedding day. I just wanted to have the most ... just to have all of that captured, and-

Dominick: It just gets a lot more of the emotion and the feel of the day.

Brooke: Yeah. And we got some amazing compliments on it. I mean, perfect strangers were sharing the video saying, "This is what a wedding is supposed to be."

And that ... you don't get that with either like a cellphone capturing a video of the vows, or just something set up in the back; you don't get that emotion.

But with a professional you get the story telling of it. You really get the emotion of the day, the excitement, and it's just told in a really, really beautiful and crafted way.

Reid: What was your reaction when you guys got the video?

Dominick: So, we were still on our honeymoon, and Reid contacted me and said, "Hey, look out for a link later today."

Brooke: I was super nervous to watch it. I was getting butterflies, before and when waiting for it to load and come through. I was getting butterflies to watch it.

Dominick: When we came back from doing our honeymoon that day, and came back to the hotel, and the link was ready for us. And it was ... I mean, it was really fantastic, it really brings you back to the day. I mean, it's only a couple days later, but it all seems like so long ago, because it's such a dream day.

Brooke: I don't actually remember ... there was so many points during the day that did not register with me; they went so fast. And I don't remember a whole lot. It just ... it really ... there was so many emotions going on. And so to see that, and to see also the parts where we weren't there. Like, there were things that we just didn't see.

Dominick: You're taking pictures in the evening and all this stuff is going on at the reception, and you've got ... Reid is with us while we are taking pictures, but there is someone, a second shooter, doing video of the reception while you're gone, and you get to see people dancing and having a good time and we had a great shot of her Dad dancing-

Brooke: My Dad dancing to "Play that Funky Music".

Dominick: So it was really cool to have that, to see what else was going on, while you were talking with guests. And you can see more if what your guests are doing, and that they're having a good time. And it's really cool to get the other side of the wedding, not from our perspective.

Brooke: It was. I watched it so many times, throughout the rest of the honeymoon I watched it so many times.

Reid: What was your favorite part of the video? And if you could both add a specific moment from the video, from the edited one, so I can kind of match it up then ... if that's possible.

Brooke: I think it was the vows for me. I think the vows were my favorite, because you don't get ... without video you can't see the emotion. You get the pictures, and you see the looks in your eyes and whatnot. But I think that hearing those, and being able to go back, five, ten, fifty years from now, and being able to relive that, and to actually hear them ... I mean, he choked up a little bit. And that's just a really special memory that I can't wait to relive.

Dominick: Yeah. My favorite was also the vows. I mean, her vows were so fantastic. But when you're up there, your heart is pounding and you know, I'm sitting up there shaking, trying to read my vows and you know you're barely hearing what's going on. So its really nice to be able to get that shot from in the back, and see your vows again, and hear them again, and see the two of you, you know, you're looking at each other and it's just ... everything just feels like you're there again and it's just really fantastic to watch.

Reid: Yeah, I think you had commented right after the ceremony and you said, "Wow, I couldn't even remember what he had just said." And it's like 30 seconds after the ceremony.

Dominick: Right.

Brooke: I don't. I don't recall it.

Dominick: Yeah, my heart was pounding and I don't remember the ceremony.

Brooke: I don't remember music being played, like walking down the aisle, I don't even remember the music being played, I didn't hear any of it.

Dominick: It's kind of like going back to your wedding again, because ... it's probably not just me. But, you know, I think that's how a lot of weddings go, and so it's really nice to be able to see it and experience it.

Reid: And then finally, what would you say to someone who was just really on the fence with videography?

Dominick: For me, it was absolutely worth it. I am so glad that we went with videography, because it does let you live that day again. It goes by so fast. Everyone tells you it's going to go bye so fast, and it really does.

And it's really hard to make memories of all of that. And having photographs are great, but like she said, you don't capture the emotion, you don't capture the spirit that's going on. You don't get the same laughter, and people's voices, and all that extra detail is something that makes it into the video that won't be captured in a photograph.

Brooke: I would say, if somebody is on the fence, meaning if they are even considering it: Just do it. You won't regret it.

If you are considering it, thinking about it, then you will not regret it. If you're even thinking about it, and want to make it happen.

I am so glad that we made it happen. And it is one of my most prized ... it's one of the things I most cherish about the days, the fact that we were able to have that video.

Dominick: We show the video to anyone who wants to see it ... if they ask how the wedding was. You know, I show them the video first, and then, I guess if you don't want to watch the video, here's a picture. But really the video capture's everything.

Brooke: Yeah, it's just the best way to share it, just the day in a nutshell.

Reid: Perfect! There you go! Thank you guys, I really appreciate it. "

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Elizabeth and William

Elizabeth and Williams story -

"Reid: So if you could just start out and just one at a time what was kinda your thoughts going into getting into wedding videography in the first place. Where did that thought process start?

Elizabeth: Well I think for me I debated whether if we wanted a wedding videographer, because my immediate siblings none of them got wedding videographer they were kinda new like ten years ago. So my family had never really used a wedding videographer before, but I am so glad that we decided to because we hadn't received any of our pictures yet but I feel like a video is more personal and it takes me back to the day. We were debating on whether having a wedding videographer or not because a lot of my siblings, I don't think your siblings. Used a wedding videographer but so we haven't received any of our pictures yet. And so just by looking at our video it really takes you back to the day of the wedding. Especially, for those who weren't able to come my parents sent the video out to the guest that weren't able to come. And I feel like it is more personal that just looking at photos. I watch our video almost every day.

Probably every day since we have gotten it.

Reid: William what about you?

William: I've never done videography before. I've never been associate with it obviously. I don't know anyone who has done it before, but when Elizabeth brought up the idea to have one I thought it was a really good idea. Especially, having like she said bringing back memories. You know ten years from now we can look back at that video, show our kids one day. Which will be great, but she did most of the planning I was deployed in Afghanistan obviously, she did most of the planning and she was very confident with you. What you have done in the past so whatever she says I agreed so the video turned out to be really really good yeah.

Elizabeth: We love it.

Reid: Thank you. So when you guys got your video, I guess what was your first reaction when you saw it?

Elizabeth: I cried. I cried when I first watched the video for the first time. I think that there was a lot of stuff, I feel like I kinda missed the day of too. Because, everything goes by so fast. So it was kinda nice seeing the things that we missed. I didn't get to see him get ready, and stuff like that. So I mean especially some of the photos that the guys took, like when Willing was chugging the Jack Daniels or whatever it was. Jamison, I didn't get to see a lot of that kind of stuff. And the part where the guys were taking their photos I missed a lot of that too cause I was doing my own thing and so being able to see those things that you miss the day of is really special.

Reid: And William what about you when you saw it?

William: Um, I didn't cry like I did in the wedding so. It just brought me back cause it was just such a great day. Yeah there was just a couple things I didn't see like them getting ready, and some of the festivities that the guest were doing. How their reactions were to everything and they were having so much fun that I didn't get to see because we were taking pictures or something. It seemed like everyone was having such a great time. And the video really puts that on display.

Reid: What was your guy s's favorite part about the video?

Elizabeth: My favorite part was the very last part. It was starting from where we were driving out from the golf cart when it was just like us two. I feel like with your guys touch to the video, I feel like if you threw two people, like random people that didn't know each other and you made a video of them you guys would really make them look like they were in love. I feel like that last part of the video really shows a lot of emotion that I feel like it was just really romantic and that was probably my favorite part.

William: I agree with that, the ending really sums up the whole day. That's why I liked it the most. Even the beginning was good in the video.

Elizabeth: But I also really liked... I know we were emailing prior to the wedding and we were saying how you guys really suggested to do wedding vows ourselves, but I kept telling him I don't think I will be able to get through the wedding... what was I saying?

Reid: About your vows and being able to do your vows.

Elizabeth: Oh yeah, so I kept telling William that I felt like if we were going to do the vows I don't think I would be able to get though it. Because, like seeing him cry makes me cry, so when I talk about how much I love him that would make me cry even more if I do that. Once I start crying during the ceremony I wouldn't have stopped. So obviously we didn't end up doing the wedding vows but I really liked how you guys layered the pastors, his part of the ceremony into the wedding itself. Even when I was doing my part of the vows, you guys had footage of me taking pictures of the bridesmaids and then when he was doing his vows you guys had shots of him taking pictures with groomsmen and so I really liked that. It was from what I have seen some of your guys videos lot of other brides and grooms do their own vows but I like how ours is a little different. It showed our Pastor talking, we really enjoyed his part of the ceremony a lot.

Reid: I like it just from putting it together, I felt like that got a lot of your guys personality out. I mean that is always the only reason I tell people to do some sort of speaking and I don't care what it is, to infuse your personality and who you guys are. And I though that you guys trying to get through your vows spoke so much about you guys and your relationship. I thought it was really perfect and that was why I put all that in there, cause that is you guys. You were so overcome with emotion but it is really great I thought.

Elizabeth: Yeah but even though we didn't do our own personal vows I felt like you got a lot of personality into the video. Him like biting on my shoulder, and then him doing the tugging with his groomsmen and stuff like that. I really like that you were still able incorporate our personalities and the personality of our bridal party too because they were a huge part of our day too. I really loved that part.

Reid: And then finally just in terms if you had other friends or family that were thinking about videographer if they were on the fence what would you guys say?

Elizabeth: I think that is what is different now than when my siblings had got married. They got married close to ten years ago so I feel like nowadays having a wedding videographer I think you get more for your buck. Because, social media is such a big thing and I feel like that's the way to share your wedding. In so many different ways I feel like my best friend had just gotten engaged like two days ago so I will be able to use your guys video of her catching my bouquet to kinda reuse it and stuff like that.

For those brides who are kinda debating or on the fence about getting a wedding videographer I'd say just bite the bullet, especially somebody like you guys who won the best video on The Knot award, it is so worth your money to do it. I feel like you captured parts of your wedding day, I feel like with video really takes you back to it. I'm so glad that we did end up getting a wedding videographer. You can watch it on your anniversary or stuff like that or be like me and watch it every day.

Reid: And William what about you?

William: Basically what she said. So not a lot of people that I know that have gotten married have gotten one. And all they have are pictures and a lot of people just mostly have pictures. We are going to have a lot of pictures also, but we are going to have a video to look back at 20, 30 years from now we have a video just bring us back to that moment instead of just looking at a picture. Having a video and pictures is good especially the video that you guys put together kinda of puts it into perspective how great the venue was and how much fun the guest had as well. You implementing the guest as well as our personal stuff that we did, me and her, I think that was great. To have a wide variety in the video was what I like the most.

Reid: And then finally, what you loved the most or what you'll enjoy the most or what you'll hold onto?

Elizabeth: I think what we are really going to take from it is the, I feel like compared pictures and videos, pictures doesn't really capture as much intimate moments. The funny moments, the stuff that makes us cry, the stuff that makes us laugh, I feel like having a video like the video you guys made us it brought a lot of our family and friends to tears. My mom has watched it several times, but I think if you look at just the comments of the video on my Face Book page there is so many people that didn't even attend the wedding said that they cried when they were watching the video. I feel like that speaks for itself that having a wedding videographer and have the video made by you guys it is such a powerful thing to have to take with you as a keepsake memory from your wedding day.

I feel like people that don’t, there’s a girl that married earlier this year she texted me saying she wishes she had gotten a videographer but she didn't think about it all the time when she was planning her wedding. It's just a good keepsake for us to have and friends to have forever.

Reid: William do you concur?

William: I concur with everything she said. So in my own words anybody that is going to be getting married that I know and they talk to me about it and stuff like that I am gonna have them think about getting a videographer. From the one that I have seen that you guys made it puts the whole wedding on display in the video instead of pictures. Which is great, that is what I liked most about it. It's just something that I will recommend to anybody that is getting married, that I talk to if they talk to me about the planning. Whatever the price it is worth it.

Elizabeth: Well, even your guys price is very very reasonable. Nothing out of the water. I feel like that for the people that are debating on whether to get a wedding videographer, I mean keep in mind that also social media is such a huge thing it's the way to share the video for those guests that weren't able to make it. The guest don't get to see us getting ready during the day, the guest don't get to see us taking our photos on the hilltop at New Castle, there are so many things that ourselves and wedding guests and our bridal party missed. So having a video kinda puts it all together for everyone really.

Reid: Perfect, that was great. Thank you guys so much for doing that.

Elizabeth: No thank you so much, I seriously watched the video almost every single day. He even said "your obsessed." How could you not be obsessed with this video? I may be a little biased but I think our video is one of the best. Like absolutely, so my best friend had just gotten engaged I don't know where she is planning on getting married yet, it might be destination or in might be northwest, but I actually have a couple friends that are engaged so I think having that video kinda definitely keep that in their minds when they are planning their wedding. I love the video, my friends love the video so I really hope that they will consider booking through you guys.

Reid: Perfect, so I saw that on social media yesterday, it's like such a small world. No, that's good for her.

Elizabeth: No really who knew that catching a bouquet at a wedding would make you... you know..

Reid: Like three weeks later or four weeks later month later, it's the 19th. It is crazy.

Elizabeth: Yeah.

Reid: Well they've got the fever. So, that's good.

Elizabeth: Seriously.

Reid: Well you guys enjoy yourselves on Sunday, I know you guys busy and good luck tomorrow at work. Thank you so much for it.

Elizabeth: Thank you so much for our video and everything. I think that also like one last note that forgot to say, having you guys on site with us, I first ran into you Reid in the parking lot right? We went to the wrong location, when we were getting ready or something like that. And you guys immediately knew what to do. Told us, kept us on track on time, knew when the golden hour was. Told us, you immediately took my shoes, our wedding rings, and my dress, I mean you guys knew exactly what to do. You made us feel at ease, made us laugh, it totally was nothing pressured, it was just a chilled fun day working with you guys. I think that also makes a difference having some people follow you, photographers, your family, videographers. I feel like you guys kept our minds at ease with the wedding day, I think that is a huge difference that a lot of brides can benefit from.

Reid: Perfect, there you go. I appreciate that as your dog is knocking over the laptop.

Elizabeth: So sorry.

Reid: No, that is perfect. I love it. Thank you so much it means a lot. We try and it is good to hear feedback for what we try to do, with Jeff and I especially. Trying to have fun, so it's good.

Elizabeth: Yeah of course, anything to help you guys out. I think you guys are well deserving of that award and so much more. So anything we can do to help you guys, you know we really appreciate everything you guys did for us for our video.

Reid: Thank you, I am putting out, I just updated our promo video for the year, I'll tag everybody this week when I post it. But, you guys, you'll be all the late ones will be in it, so I appreciate it. So thank you guys it was a really fun day.

Elizabeth: Okay sweet I will keep my eyes out for that.

Reid: Awesome, you guys have a good Sunday.

Elizabeth: Thank you

William: Thank you

Reid: Thanks"

“Their Voice, Our Video” - Annabrodea and Aaron

Annabrodea and Aaron's story -

"Reid: Talk to me about why you guys hired a wedding videographer.

Annabrodea: What was I saying?

Reid: You said you were originally not-

Annabrodea: We weren't originally gonna hire a wedding videographer, but we got really nervous about photography and stuff like that. So we started looking into it and I found you on Weddingwire, was that right?

Aaron: I think so.

Annabrodea: Okay. I don't remember where I found you. But I found you and a couple others and I looked at the videos and showed them to him and he liked your videos the best. So we shot you an email and everything worked out. For us it was last minute. It was still like four months before the wedding, I think. But for us it was really a last minute decision, if that makes sense.

Reid: What about your thoughts, Aaron?

Aaron: She was mostly the wedding planner and she made my job easy by selecting ones that she was like "Alright, I like this one, I like this one, I like this one, I like this one. Which one do you like?" And I picked you. I thought yours was awesome.

Reid: What were your thoughts about videography in general? Were you hesitant? Did you think that was necessary?

Aaron: The idea of videography to me was really cool because I remember my parents, they have their video and they don't watch it all the time anymore because compared to what we have now, it's a little outdated. They used to love plugging it into the VCR and playing it. So I wanted to do the same thing where I could just go on our phones and kind of relive what's been one of our favorite days.

Reid: What was your ... Both of your guys, what was your reaction when you saw your video?

Annabrodea: So we were on our honeymoon and we had turned our phones off for the majority of it and we turned ours on like the fourth day we were on the cruise and there was an email and we opened it. And we were super excited and we clicked on the link and then, of course we were on a cruise ship, so the wifi sucked, so it took an hour to load. And we were like "We can't handle it." We were so excited. And it finally played and both of us cried. And we were like "This is amazing."

Aaron: Yeah, we were blown away.

Annabrodea: This is perfect. It was the perfect way to remember our wedding because it was exactly how both of us felt during our wedding. Yeah. What do you think?

Aaron: My thoughts were that it was way better than I ever thought it would be. It was better than I had imagined it to be. It was better than I had hoped it to be. And it got all my favorite parts of the wedding put together in exactly the way that I didn't know I wanted. But it blew me away. And we watched it, I think, four or six more times.

Annabrodea: Just during the honeymoon. And then-

Aaron: That hour.

Annabrodea: Yeah, that's right. We still had the whole rest of the day just watching it over and over and over again. Because it just made us so happy. And we picked out different things each time.

The first time I watched it, I actually didn't hear him teaching them how to tie each other's ties. And the second time we watched it, I was like "Did you have to teach all of them how to tie a tie?" He's like "Yes, we all got in a circle and I taught them how to tie a tie."

So hearing him and the way it cut from the music right into him talking was perfect. It was just really funny.

Aaron: It was great. I thought the best part was when she realized that she actually knocked one of the stage props off with her dress. It was like the fourth time we watched it. But things like that make us wanna keep watching and seeing everything, if we missed anything. And then now we watch it just to relive our day.

Annabrodea: And we show it to everyone.

Aaron: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Annabrodea: Everybody. Everybody and their grandparents, and their mothers and their fathers and everybody.

Aaron: Yeah. I think we sent it to all of our friends and family.

Annabrodea: We did. We were like "You have to watch this. This is amazing."

Aaron: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Reid: And then last question, if someone was on the fence about having a videographer, what would be your thoughts on that?

Annabrodea: So I can only think of one reason why you wouldn't get a videographer and it's for the money. And if I had had to choose between photos and my video, I would've picked my video every single time. Of course, you don't know that before the day comes, but I would choose my video over my photos any day of the week.

Because everyone at your wedding, even if you tell them not to, is snapping pictures. So you have pictures from the day. But getting to relive your day every single time you watch it-

Aaron: As a whole.

Annabrodea: Yeah, it's something that you can't capture in a photo and you can't capture in your mind either. So I would say if you don't do it you're crazy. But yeah. What about you?

Aaron: I think if somebody's contemplating not getting a videographer, I would advise them to rethink that. Because-

Annabrodea: You should think that through.

Aaron: You should really think that through. Because photos, sure you can flip through a photo album and it's really quick. You can go to your favorite photo, but a video captures everything. It captures the emotion, it captures the scene, it captures the flow, the music. There's nothing missed in a video. And so I'd say that if you're not gonna get a videographer, you'll regret it.

Annabrodea: Actually, we've told that to a couple of our friends. Any time we hear someone's getting married, we send them a link to your website and a copy of our video. We're like "So, we know this really really amazing guy. And he does amazing videos. And so this is what you should do. And if you're on the fence about it, you need to get a videographer. It's worth it." And a couple of our friends have been saying that they don't necessarily want a videographer, that's not important to them. And both of us have been talking with them about how it's meant the world to us and it's something that we can't replace. It's irreplaceable. That's the word I'm looking for.

Aaron: When somebody asks us for something to look at when they ask about our day, we don't ... The first thing we go for is our phone to show them the video.

Annabrodea: Yeah. We're not like "Look at this photo." We're like, "Here watch the day."

Aaron: The thing we're most happy to share with other people is the video. The short one, the long one if they'll watch it.

Annabrodea: I mean if they wanna watch the 30 minute video, I'll show it to them.

Aaron: The first thing we always show them is the video.

Annabrodea: We're like "You have 10 minutes right? Here you go."

Aaron: Yeah.

Annabrodea: Yeah. It's perfect. We couldn't be more happy with it. Yeah.

Reid: I really appreciate it. It means a lot, both your words and then taking the time to come on and do this. So thank you and I really appreciate it and I hope you guys-

Annabrodea: You too.

Reid: I hope you guys like your video and it's good that I like just being able to stay in contact with people and check in. It's good.

Annabrodea: Thanks.

Reid: Awesome. Thanks. Have a good night you guys. Enjoy.

Annabrodea: You too.

Aaron: You too.

Annabrodea: Bye.

Reid: Bye."

"Their Voice, Our Video" - Briannah and Drew

Briannah and Drew's story -

"Reid: Okay, go for it.

Briannah: So I actually had no plans on getting a videographer. I didn't think that it was something that I cared about or that was important, and something that, in our year-and-a-half-long engagement, we spent no time considering. We had a great photographer and thought that was enough.

About seven, eight days before the wedding-

Drew: Yeah.

Briannah: I decided I couldn't live without a videographer. One of our friends had just gotten married and had Best Made Videos do theirs, we loved it.

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: So, I contacted Reid and ... like a crazy person ... and asked if he'd be willing to do our wedding. That was a Saturday and we were getting married Sunday. The next Sunday.

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: And he said he'd make it happen and it was one of the best decisions we made with our wedding.

Drew: Yeah, it worked out perfectly. It was very last-minute though, and he helped us figure out all the stuff and we made it happen.

Briannah: Yeah.

Drew: And we're really glad we did.

Briannah: Very happy.

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Reid: What was it like when you guys saw your video for the first time?

Briannah: We were in shock. We were in shock that, not only how great it turned out, but how many things that we didn't remember that we were able to then recount and recall through the video.

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: I think a huge thing is we were so surprised we almost didn't do it.

Drew: Yeah.

Briannah: And to see how great it turned out and to relive it was incredible.

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: It was the best day of our lives and so it was amazing to go back and have all that.

Drew: And one of the busiest days too. It happens really fast. So to go back and to see all these cues really reminds you of the day and what happened.

Briannah: Yeah.

Reid: Yeah, talk about the difference between like, obviously having the photos, but then having kind of that living video as well, with being able to hear the ceremony and all that stuff.

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative). Yeah. Well, so the ceremony, in particular, happens ... you're in front of everybody, there's a lot going on ... and it happens pretty quick. You try to take in the moment the best you can, but to get that actually documented and to actually hear my wife tell her vows to me again and have that captured so nicely and perfectly, it's just priceless.

Briannah: Yeah. The photos I can't say enough about because we're so happy that we have a really phenomenal photographer and have all of that, but I think, again, the vows was huge. Speeches was really big. Seeing our first dance ... there's things I don't even remember about that-

Drew: Yeah.

Briannah: Because you're just, you're on cloud nine and it goes by so quickly.

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: It was really fun seeing, in action, what he was doing when I was away and to see our first look through in a different light. It's incredible. I'd say that the photography and the videography ended up being the most important elements of our entire wedding, so we're very happy we did both of them.

Drew: Yeah.

Reid: What was it like working with the videographer during the day, just the actual process of it and all that?

Briannah: Easy.

Drew: Yeah, really easy. Reid was ... you were there, but you weren't ever in the way. You always could tell that you were catching the shot and you were part of it, but you were just in the background, perfectly-

Briannah: Yeah.

Drew: Making it happen.

Briannah: It was seamless. It was really seamless. I think it was really cool, too, because it's another really artistic eye to see it, in addition to the photographer. So, there would be times where we would maybe move around or go to a different backdrop.

We got married in the city, so it's really urban, kind of industrial, nothing really pretty. There's not any fields around-

Drew: She was pretty.

Drew: Or flowers or anything to kind of make it great. There's brick and there's walls and there's dumpsters, and somehow, between our photographer and Reid and Best Made Videos, they just made it incredible. And made it part of the concept, which is really cool.

Reid: I actually thought you guys looked really pretty in photos. What's your favorite part of the wedding video? If you could both say a specific moment, or part of it? I don't know if that's hard or not.

Briannah: Yeah, gosh.

Drew: I really, really liked the short video that you put together. You can watch it really quick, it's just a couple minutes long, and you can just watch it and it's like you're there again.

Briannah: Yeah.

Drew: Real quick and so that part is awesome.

Briannah: Obviously, in addition to the footage, I love how you did the vows over our video so it starts out with us giving our vows, which was really special and emotional. I was on the verge of a complete meltdown the whole time, in a good way. I was holding back tears and so, I think that it just took everything in me to concentrate on not a breakdown. It was really special to hear it back.

We finished the vows and it's like, "Did that all work out? Did it come across how I wanted it to?" So I thought that was really incredible that you tied that into and we didn't know that you were going to do that and so that was very, very special-

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: And a really cool editing part of it.

I really love how the music ties into it and you really found us and our concept with the music in addition to the video.

At the very end we did a send-off, we did a Seahawk send-off, and I love how you stopped the music and did just the "Seahawks"-

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: The whole day, yeah. That was really cool.

Reid: Just a couple more.

Drew: Yeah.

Reid: Can you talk about having that video to share with family and friends, through Facebook and whatever else and just how easy that was or good that is?

Briannah: Yeah. That was so cool. A lot of our family and friends have Facebook, which is really special. People, a family that was a part of it or friends-

Drew: People that couldn't make it even.

Briannah: Yeah, that were in the wedding, that was super fun to see themselves. People that couldn't make it, we could let them feel like they were there a little bit. We were able to text it to people, email it. A lot of people asked us about it, so we were able to share that so easily-

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: Which was amazing.

Drew: Yeah. I sent a link to all the people at work for the short video and they were able to get a feel of what happened that weekend.

Briannah: Yeah.

Reid: Can you say that again? Because I didn't do a good job of prompting, like, being able to share it online or just to give a context to the beginning of that? Like, it was great to be able to share it online or just something to give context to that.

Drew: Yeah.

Briannah: Okay, yeah.

Reid: I should've done a better job prompting there, I'm sorry.

Drew: That's cool.

Briannah: It was great, once we had the video, which, by the way, it was very, very quick. I couldn't believe how quickly we had the videography back.

Drew: Yeah. It was a week or two [crosstalk 00:06:52] the first-

Briannah: It was so nice to be able to share it online and share it on Facebook and share it to our friends and family. Social media is huge and it just made it so easy just to upload it.

We're coming up on our six-month anniversary and I can't wait to share it again online so people can see it.

Reid: Two more questions. Yeah, can you talk about how quick you got the video back and how nice that was?

Drew: Yeah.

Briannah: Yeah, gosh. Truthfully, I have friends and family that got married in the summer and just now got their videography back in the last couple of months.

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: We got it back within a couple of days. The biggest delay was, truthfully, that, since we hadn’t had a chance to do any pre-planning ... because I asked them eight days out to do our wedding video. We just needed to figure out the music. But, it was within a couple of days we had the short version. Then, very quickly after that, we had the long version, the extended version.

But, it was amazing. I would say that I was expecting months, and it was a couple of days.

Drew: Yeah.

Reid: And then finally, both of you, just talk about if there was somebody that wasn't, obviously, considering videography, why they should consider it?

Drew: Yeah. It's one of the best take-aways from something that we can actually go back to and relive the experience. If we had missed the opportunity, this last-minute decision to get the videographer, I would still be kicking myself forever.

Briannah: Yeah. I would say to anybody even, if you're on the fence or you're not sure you want to do it, do it. It was, again, one of the best decisions. If you're worried about budget, find a place for it. I think there's a lot of other things you can kind of cut out or minimize a little bit more.

I would say it's well worth the investment. It's actually, it's priceless.

Drew: Absolutely.

Briannah: We look back at it and would have done that ten times over. We're so happy. We get to go through it, we get to still live it with our friends and family and ourselves. If I'm having kind of a bad day, I find myself going back and watching the wedding video-

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: To relive it and to just experience that part of it. One day we'll share it with our kids, which is really special.

Drew: Absolutely.

Briannah: And always remember what it was like when we got married-

Drew: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Briannah: And why we got married and our love story.

Drew: Absolutely. Yeah.

Reid: Cool. Thank you so much."

“Their Voice, Our Video” - Rakayla and Juan

RaKayla and Juan's story -

"Reid: If you guys first off could just briefly speak about why you decided to have a wedding video in the first place.

Rakayla: Well, at first, we didn't want one. Then I thought about it and was like, "No, this is something we're gonna have forever."

Juan: Yeah.

Rakayla: We didn't want just anyone. And then I saw your work, and I was like, that is perfect. Exactly what-

Juan: She showed it to me. I automatically agreed.

Rakayla: I was like, that's just what we're looking for.

Juan: At first, we were gonna just do it ourselves.

Rakayla: Yeah, just think how that would've been.

Reid: Why make that leap then from trying to do it yourself to hiring somebody?

Rakayla: Well, probably time. And then it's your wedding. You don't want to be doing all that work on a wedding. Our wedding, we already did so much work planning for it. Might as well give it to someone else who's more professional.

Reid: Perfect. Talk about what was your reaction when you guys first saw your video.

Rakayla: I was ... oh my God, I cried.

Juan: Yeah, it was sweet. I loved it.

Rakayla: It was beautiful. And everybody loved it too. And it was ... the turnaround time was so fast.

Juan: Right, it just made the experience more real when I saw it. Because when I saw it, it didn't feel as special, I guess, you could see.

Rakayla: Like when we were doing it all? All the work that we were doing was just, "Oh, I wonder how this is gonna work."

Juan: I felt like I was running around the whole time at the wedding. And then when I saw the video, I was like, "Oh, wow. That's beautiful."

Reid: What was each of your favorite part of the video? If you could just talk about that.

Rakayla: Favorite part. What was your favorite part?

Juan: I liked the whole thing. I didn't really have a favorite part.

Rakayla: I know, you cut it together so perfectly. Everything.

Juan: I think when you snuck up behind me, when ...

Rakayla: The music like dropped.

Juan: Yeah. I think that was one of my favorite parts.

Rakayla: I know, you synced the music perfectly. I was like, "Oh wow, everything is just so awesome."

Juan: I loved it all. I loved the whole thing, yeah.

Rakayla: I loved the ending, how we all disappeared because the ending, the song was "Ghost" and how we ended and like disappeared.

Juan: Oh yeah.

Rakayla: That was so cool.

Juan: That was pretty cool.

Reid: What was your reaction for family and friends and stuff when you showed them or shared with them? Was that easy, the process of sharing with friends, and what'd you think about that?

Rakayla: Yeah, that was super easy.

Juan: I was gonna say, everybody and anybody that wanted to see it.

Rakayla: I told people at work, "Look at this!" And everybody's like, "Oh my gosh, how awesome!"

Juan: Right.

Rakayla: And I still have friends who are asking me, "Who was your videographer?" So you might be getting some business through me.

Reid: Talk about if somebody decided not to have a wedding video or they were kind of on the fence, what would you say to them?

Rakayla: They should really think about that, and they should know that this is something they'll have forever that they can always look at it.

Juan: Exactly.

Rakayla: And if they want it to be perfect, they should go through Reid Johnson

Reid: And what would you say as the groom? Normally, it's the bride a lot, but obviously you seemed to really enjoy it as well. And a lot of the guys I've talked to really were kinda hesitant, and now that they see it, they like it. What's your honest perspective of having gone through the wedding process and now seeing the video?

Juan: Well, like I said earlier, we were running around the whole time and it felt crazy. Then once I saw the video, like I said, it made the experience more real. I liked it.

Rakayla: A good investment.

Juan: Yeah, it was a good investment. I was happy with it.

Reid: Any final thoughts? What you thought or how you thought your day went? Maybe talk about the Halloween theme a little bit, just because that made your guys' so special. Do you want just touch on that briefly?

Rakayla: Well, the day was crazy. Now we know how a wedding is.

Juan: Exactly.

Rakayla: Never want to do that again.

Juan: No, I don't.

Rakayla: But yeah, I think the theme was perfect. Everybody loved the theme, and everything ... it all just worked together. That was the coolest wedding I've ever been to. It was pretty awesome. I'm glad we went with that. No regrets.

Juan: Mm-hmm (affirmative).

Reid: Perfect. Anything else? I think you guys did really good.

Rakayla: Aw, thank you so much.

Reid: Awesome, thanks a lot. Have a good day!

Rakayla: You too! Bye."

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“Reid was fantastic to work with. From start to finish Reid was there for every step of the way for everything we needed. And the work he put together was incredible and in record time. We can't recommend him enough!”

Sam M. -- December 16, 2024

“10/10 videography service! Reid with Best Made Videos far exceeded our expectations. He was communicative and thorough from the beginning, consistently available via email and very responsive. On the day of our wedding, we were so pleased by his natural ease of working with our photographer and other vendors and family seamlessly and also providing us direction and guidance without issue. He really cared about how myself and my husband were doing throughout the day and took some beautiful images and videos. Would recommend him to anyone needing videography services. His turnaround time for our videos was shockingly fast and his work is beautiful. We’re so happy we booked with him to keep these memories for a lifetime!”

Gabriela Z. -- September 9, 2024

"Best Made Videos" is not an exaggeration!!! Reid was wonderful to work with throughout the entire process and perfectly captured our special day. He is a great communicator, professional, and created something we will cherish forever. Having never worked with a videographer before, we didn't know what to expect. Reid seamlessly worked alongside our photographers while never making us feel self-conscious that we were on camera. We really can't recommend Reid and Best Made Videos enough. Thank you so much!!!”

Lindsey B. -- August 2, 2024

“Highly Recommend Best Made Videos! Reid was wonderful to work with and perfectly captured our wedding day! He was quick to send us the video after our wedding too! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a wedding videographer!”

Kristina P. -- June 27, 2024

“Truly above and beyond experience! Reid was super professional and captured all of our key moments despite have a very long a complicated day (Indian ceremony in the morning, western style ceremony in the evening, and Slovak ceremony at night). He ended up coordinating with our photographer ahead of the wedding day which was a pleasant surprise and the two of them worked together to make all our photo+video needs go smoothly. He would often go above and beyond, such as jumping in during family photos to manage guests, and help make sure everyone was smiling and not in the way. We had multiple guests point out what a great energy Reid brought to the whole day! His turn around time for our videos were super quick, and being able to have a full recording of our ceremonies to share with family abroad was amazing. He was also super communicative leading up to, during, and after the wedding so we knew exactly what to expect. Don’t hesitate to book Reid, you really won’t regret it!”

Michaela O. -- April 14, 2024

“Reid Is Top Tier Videographer! I am so happy I decided to have a videographer to film our special day but even happier it was Reid/Best Made Videos. He was so nice from beginning to end and I really appreciated how flexible and easy going he was throughout the entire process. He listened to what we wanted and made sure it happened. Reid was there to catch every special moment on film, from the small moments to the big. We love how he edited the end video, it was better than we even imagined. We are so happy with it and love showing it off! All my friends and family are so impressed. It’s such a special keepsake from the most important day of your life. Thank you so much Reid for making our happily ever after a memory to last forever.”

Melissa W. -- April 3, 2024

“Amazing videographer! Reid was great to work with throughout the process of our wedding and made our special day stress free and magical! He made the whole process very easy by providing transparent pricing during the initial discussion, prompt communication throughout the planning process, and amazing experience on the day of. He had a detailed questionnaire that prompted us to talk through things we hadn’t thought about in terms of things we wanted to capture for the video. On the day of, he arrived early and had everything all setup while we were still getting ready. He worked seamlessly well with our photographer (who was directing all the shots) and made it feel like he wasn’t even there while still being able to capture everything that was on our list. Reid finished the video within a week after the wedding and the product was amazing and captured everything that was on our list! We would highly recommend Reid for your wedding photographer!”

Jiayi W. -- March 31, 2024

“Amazing Videographer!!!!!!! We can’t thank Reid enough for the amazing job he did capturing the most precious moments at our daughter’s wedding. He was professional but very friendly, courteous, compassionate and extremely easy to work with. The videos he produced of the entire wedding day were outstanding !!!!! Thank you Reid for being there with us that day. Your videos are priceless to our family.”

Niki T. -- November 2, 2023

“Reid is the best!! I can't stop watching our video from our day! Reid was able to capture all of the special moments from the day and allow us to be able to relive it over and over again! He is super professional and easy to get along with! Not to mention, he has a super quick turn around! Look no further, do yourself a favor and book Reid!”

Morgan M. -- September 10, 2023

“Videography is a must for your big day! Reid captured the moments that we will be able to revisit forever. At first we were unsure of the expense of a videographer, and our wedding planners advised us to proceed, as we would value hearing the sounds of our loved ones voices for years to come. It was then obvious we should proceed with Best Made Videos.

Reid is professional, and has clearly been doing this work for a long time. Prior to the wedding, he was thorough in his survey about what kind of music we wanted associated with the video, who we should be seen with, and prioritizing which scenes to capture - and he delivered!

Reid was also careful to capture what mattered while staying in the background so our guests could be natural. We love the drone footage of our scenic venue captured before the event, and transitions and sound quality of the video are exceptional.”

Katie B. -- August 15, 2023

“Great Job! Reid was a tremendous videographer and his final product was exceptional. We were lucky to have him there on our special day and will cherish his videos forever!”

Jake S. -- June 13, 2023

“We had such a great experience with Reid. Not only is he very professional, he also has great energy and a great attitude. He did a wonderful job and we love how the final video edits turned out!!”

Jason L. -- January 6, 2023

“Excellent Videographer! Reid from Best Made Videos was so great to work with. He was super responsive with all communication throughout the wedding planning process. He has a really thorough questionnaire that he sends to his couples prior to the wedding to get a sense of what was important to us and what we wanted him to capture and prioritize about our wedding day. He was fun to work with on our wedding day and was able to capture the essence of our wedding with a beautiful, well-made product that we will cherish forever. We got to pick our own music, and once we did that, the turnaround for getting our video was super quick. We would highly recommend him to our family and friends looking for an awesome videographer!”

Sandy R. -- December 30, 2022

“Reid was the perfect videographer for our wedding. From getting to know what was important to us, to the final video reels, everything was personalized and stress-free. The videos featured great footage of us and our guests. Reid captured all of our toasts and our ceremony in great detail. Our highlight reel included everything we asked for and more; we had great shots of ourselves and our guests at the reception. The videos captured all the unique touches that we put into our wedding and really highlighted the venue for both the ceremony and the reception. We also did a live stream of our wedding for those who couldn't make it, and the quality was perfect. There was nothing more we could have asked for in a videographer for our wedding day and we would strongly recommend Reid to anyone looking for someone to record footage of their big day.”

Jake E. -- December 6, 2022

“Reid was hired to help produce a streaming memorial. I had built several slide shows in iphoto and had a hard time converting the files to the correct format for the equipment we were going to use. The day before the event I called him and within minutes he was able to help convert the files to the proper format. He was easy to talk with. He is calm and cool and very helpful. He made a very stressful events easy. I would recommend him for any public or private media events.”

Danielle R. -- October 2, 2022

“Best Made ever was incredible! Choosing to have video at our wedding was a last minute decision and I’ll tell you that it’s one that should be a priority, you’ll end up wanting it and don’t get it, you’ll be wishing you had it. I contacted the Reid at the Best Made team a few months before and luckily they had Matt available. They were so easy to work with, to the point, very upfront about expectations and they were incredibly professional to work in planning and on the day of! Matt caught everything we wanted and I didn’t even notice him all night, that’s talent. Post event they were timely with the video and the quality and content was perfection. We can now relive our day for years to come. Highly recommend over and over!”

Samantha W. -- September 14, 2022

“Love them!! Best Made Videos and Reid were absolutely wonderful on our wedding day. They were so great to work with, captured such wonderful content, and were so quick to respond during the planning process. I've already gotten the video footage and it's only been a few weeks! Going through all the clips helped me re-live the wonderful night and also see the little details that I missed!”

Indree M. -- September 12, 2022

“Reid worked with me as a corporate videographer. He was incredibly responsive, worked very well with my authors who needed to be filmed, and the videos have turned out just incredibly well. He is a true professional and I found the quality to be very high. I have recommended him to other groups in my department and would use him again in a heartbeat!”

Stacy L. -- August 29, 2022

“Great Experience with Best Made Videos! We had a large wedding with 240 people attending at multiple sites throughout Seattle and Best Made Video did an amazing job! Reid was incredibly responsive, attentive to detail, and fun throughout the process. From our first inquiry, to special requests after our wedding, he was always very patient and quick to help us understand our options. Their detailed survey helped us figure out what we wanted to capture and how we wanted to remember our wedding day. We didn't want people to feel like they were being followed around, so we were relieved that Reid was very engaged, but low key, and quick to make our family and friends feel comfortable. Being a gay couple, we also wanted to make sure our vendors (especially photographer and videographer) didn't make heteronormative assumptions or asks of us. Reid was completely inclusive and didn't make us feel at all like we had to play the roles of "bride" and "groom". After the wedding, the turnaround was very quick - only a couple of weeks to get our highlights video, full ceremony, and raw footage. When we asked for a special customized edit of some of the clips, Reid turned it around in a week during peak wedding season. We would definitely recommend Best Made Video for your videography needs.”

Jordan C. -- August 20, 2022

“Last minute and AMAZING hire. We hired Reid very last minute as a videographer for our wedding and it was by far one of the best choices we made. We had originally hired another vendor and had some concerning interactions with them and needed to find a new videographer asap. Reid came highly recommended and by some miracle was available on our day! He was professional, organized and a breeze to work with! And of course, our video turned out amazing and he had it to us in record time! We are so happy we have a lifelong momento of our special day. We highly recommend Reid for your video needs!!”

Cat P. -- August 19, 2022

“Reid from Best Made Videos is the best. He and his partner captured every moment of our special day and we could not be more thankful. Reid has the best attitude and is so positive. For what we got and what he charges is such a steal. He was with us for every moment. He captured everything that was so special to us, so quick to respond and really amazing turnover for getting our video back. Everyone said how nice he was and is the best energy to have with you on your wedding day. I would choose Best Made Videos over and over again. We are so thankful to be able to have our video forever. Thank you so much!!!”

Ariel J. -- July 20, 2022

“Captured our special day. We’re so happy with deciding to invest in videography for our wedding day, Reid was amazing to work with! He gave us a gift that’ll last a lifetime, and we can’t wait to watch it back for years to come.”

Ashley L. -- July 4, 2022

“So happy we hired Best Made Videos! Reid and his team at Best Made Videos were wonderful and we are very happy we hired them for our wedding. Reid wins by a landslide for quickest vendor to respond in email; he is lighting fast! He did an outstanding job on our wedding video. I wanted specific parts of the toasts to be included, but couldn’t remember the exact. He read my mind and used exactly what I would have picked. In addition to the highlight video, he included the full ceremony and toasts as well as dances and other parts throughout the day. He worked well with our photographer, Joanna Monger - they were a great team!”

Sharon H. -- June 14, 2022

“Matt did an amazing job at our wedding and worked very well in partnership with our photo team. My fiancé and I didn't want a videographer originally because we are both camera shy and thought it would distract from the day and make us uncomfortable, but our parents insisted. Having Matt and the team there was the best thing we would have ever asked for. They made it a comfortable experience and we even forgot for most of the day that the camera was even there. We got a video back very quickly, it was fun to come home from our honeymoon and be able to watch it and reflect on the week we had. I highly recommend Best Made Videos for your wedding.”

Ashley W. -- June 2, 2022

“Hire Reid, you won’t regret it His preview video are exactly what you will receive. We could not have asked for a better videographer for our wedding day. Our highlight video was perfect & brought tears to our eyes. We had some issues with our mic during our ceremony & Reid edited the audio - you can’t even tell there were glitches. Seamless videos, responsive owner, & we had a ton of fun with him & his team! Highly recommend!”

Michelle W. -- May 28, 2022

“Reid is awesome! We hired him to live stream our wedding since we had a lot of family out of state and it was important to me we had a reliable stream. He sent me a YouTube link weeks in advance so everyone was well prepared and I was instantly able to watch the stream after, which was SO nice to watch the next day over breakfast. It was shot beautifully and the audio is so clear… I wasn’t sure it would be worth the money but it really was. Couldn’t recommend enough!”

Kristina M. -- May 22, 2022

“Just Awesome! Due to Covid, a lot of our friends and family were unable to attend our wedding in person, so we knew we wanted a videographer that also provided livestream services and Reid came highly recommended to us and we were so happy we had him on our wedding day! Reid is always super responsive and makes the whole process simple and stress-free. On the day of the wedding, his team did an amazing job with the livestream which was such a relief for us knowing everyone who couldn't be at the wedding were still able to celebrate it in real-time. Our wedding videos are simply amazing, not only did Reid capture all of the moments that were important to us, but his edited versions were perfectly put together with our selected soundtracks. We cannot be happier that we picked Reid to be our wedding videographer! If you are looking for an easy to work with wedding videographer who is also fast at delivering your wedding videos, Reid is your guy! Thanks again for everything Reid! We cannot be happier with how you've captured our wedding day for us so we can always look back at these memories.”

Emily H. -- April 2, 2022

“Reid is the absolute best! Couldn't have asked for anything more! We absolutely love our wedding video and all the footage we received! We will treasure it forever! I would 110% recommend!!! So organized and makes the whole process incredibly easy and stress free!! He was a pleasure to work with and I would without a doubt recommend him to all my friends and family.”

Kayla M. -- March 28, 2022

“Amazing Video of our Special Day! We can't say enough about Reid and the videography he provided for our wedding. He took so much care in collaborating with the photographer to make sure all the details from our perfect day were captured. And the video... so incredible. We watch it all the time! I would recommend Best Made Videos to anyone!”

Amber B. -- March 22, 2022

“Video really was Best Made! Reid was fun to work with for our wedding! Great person to have around, beautiful video and fast turnaround. Thanks for hanging with us for a couple 2020 cancellations!”

Kane S. -- January 11, 2022

“Seriously amazing! Reid helped to make our wedding so special! He was just amazing to work with (probably the fastest responses from a business I have ever seen!) and so knowledgeable. With the pandemic, he was flexible with our 3 times rescheduled wedding date and very patient. On-time the day of, very professional, never got in the way, and created something we will be able to cherish! The turnaround time for the package was SO fast. If you're looking for a videographer, he's your guy!”

Allie H. -- January 3, 2022

“Wonderful videographer! Reid was great to work with. He answered all of our questions and helped make this a very easy decision. He was able to capture my entire wedding day from when I started getting ready, our first look, venue shots, and our send off. This was one of the best decisions we made and are grateful that he was able to capture all of our special moments for us to be able to look back on in the years to come. Would recommend Reid for your wedding videographer! He did a wonderful job!”

Tiffany G. -- December 20, 2021

“Awesome experience working with Best Made Videos! Reid was a joy to work with! We used his services twice. The first being a small wedding ceremony during 2020 and then again for our much larger reception in 2021. We are incredibly happy with the finished products he created for us! We highly recommend using his videography to capture your event! The entire process was awesome for our wife and I. He was very responsive and helped us throughout the entire pandemic. We couldn’t be happier with our choice to use his services. Thanks for all the help!”

Bradley K. -- December 2, 2021

“Reid is awesome! When we were looking for a wedding videographer we were immediately impressed with the quality and style of Reid’s videos. He was a great communicator leading up to our big day and worked with us to capture and showcase exactly what we were looking for! Reid is very friendly and was a great partner throughout the process and even helped us find a photographer after our original photographer cancelled on us. If you are wondering if it is worth it to hire a videographer it 100% is and we cannot thank Reid enough for all his hard work!”

Anderson G. -- November 23, 2021

“Best Made is a Good Name for this Best Video Company. Thank you Best Made Videos for capturing all the beautiful moments of my son and daughter in law's wedding and reception. We just watched the highlights and full video and we cried and laughed all over again. Best of all we weren't even aware you were videoing during the event!”

Mary Ellen G. -- October 25, 2021

“Reid was amazing! he was so responsive and helpful leading up to the wedding day. We felt comfortable with him and we are so happy with how our video turned out! the most perfect way to capture and remember our day!”

Alissa G. -- September 30, 2021

“AWESOME! And most likely to check in! Reid was there for us as we pivoted (from 2020 plans to 2021 plans) and switched to a smaller guest list and live-streamed ceremony. He was SO EASY to work with and knew just what we’d need! Plus I ended up with my ceremony recorded to hold onto forever.

As the day got closer, Reid would email to check in, which was a nice surprise and reassuring after so many things had to change during our planning season. I found him via IG as many before me have clearly loved working with him as well. He also has a great podcast!

Extra thumbs up when our photographer had the same remarks upon hearing they’d be working together on our wedding day."

Corrine H. -- September 23, 2021

“Reid was amazing! We booked only a few weeks out when we realized the groom’s family and friends would be able to travel due to restrictions. He was so responsive and helpful! The livestream helped make our far away guests seem close. It meant so much to us!”

Maggie S. -- September 20, 2021

“My now wife and I hired Best Made Videos to not simply video tape our wedding, but stream it for everyone that couldn't attend; especially my wife's family in India. We only had one formal meeting with Reid and Best Made Videos, but the amount of detail and information he got from us about what we wanted for our wedding stream was fantastic. It was really clear how particular he was going to be on our behalf. He was equally particular about informing my wife and I of the cost and procedure of everything, as well as what else we were going to get for our money, which included a full hard drive of the entire recording. All things considered, Reid and his team probably ended up being the least stressful part of our wedding day, and the stream looked AMAZING. Watching it back, we got every angle we asked for, and might've been a better watching experience than being there in person. Even in a moment of panic, when we experienced a power surge and the stream cut out for a minute, the Best Made Videos team acted quietly and efficiently to sort things out, and get us up and running again. Everyone that watched only had good things to say, and I couldn't recommend Reid and Best Made Videos more highly.”

Andrew B. -- September 14, 2021

“Perfect, excellent, fast, very detailed!! Excellent job! Fast responses and fast turn around after the wedding!!”

Mackenzie S. -- September 1, 2021

“Reid and his team are extremely professional and friendly. They put our entire wedding party at ease and helped make the whole process fun. He and his team worked and coordinated very well with all of our other vendors. Reid was willing to step in and lend a hand wherever we needed - he even helped hang our piñata! He set up and maintained the livestream, which made it so easy on our end. It was so special with our pared-down wedding - everyone that wasn't able to attend really felt included. We love our wedding highlights video so much, and we (and our family/friends) have watched it over and over! We can't recommend Reid enough and look forward to hiring him next time we need a videographer.”

Chelsea E. -- August 4, 2021

“Wow. Wow. Wow. Reid and Matt with Best Made Videos completely blew us away! We hired them before the Covid-19 pandemic and ended up having to change our date multiple times due to rescheduling. Reid was responsive and extremely flexible. Fast forward to our wedding day on 7/24/2021 when we met them face to face for the first time. As I was stressing out about the timeline, Reid was able to keep me calm. They captured every important event at the wedding, but managed to do it in a way where all of our guests could still see. Reid had an extremely fast turn around on the highlight video and it was absolutely perfect. My family and I had happy tears through the entire thing and I've probably watched it 10 times already. We are so happy we hired Best Made Videos to capture our special day.”

Hailey C. -- August 1, 2021

“With my family not able to make it to my own wedding because of the pandemic, livestreaming to them was very important to me. Reid organized our live stream with only a couple of weeks notice and made it easy. Here's what my brother and remote best man had to say of watching on the livestream: ‘It was really well run - clear picture, sounds, multiple angles. It did take the edge off missing out.’”

David N. -- July 31, 2021

“Look No Further!

Reid was helpful, kind and professional. He kept in touch during the time leading up to my vow renewal and during the editing process. I'd definitely recommend Best Made Videos and would go back in the future! We both, my husband and I, love our highlight reel and ceremony videos. The editing is beautiful. Thank you so much.”

Lexani J. -- July 14, 2021

“Get a videographer and hire Best Made Videos to do it!

The last vendor we chose was Best Made Videos because we weren't sure whether we wanted a videographer. After viewing some of their work online, we decided to get a videographer and go with Best Made. We definitely made the right choice! Reid was always responsive and flexible when we had to postpone due to COVID-19. They were on time and the quality of the video was amazing. The highlight video was very well put together. They were particularly able to capture the emotion of the moment when the barbershop quartet performed, as it was requested by my wife's father before he passed away. Needless to say we are very happy that we decided to get a videographer and highly recommend Best Made to be your videographer as well!”

Christopher J. -- July 6, 2021

“Reid provided a livestream and recorded video for us and our guests, so those who were unable to attend our wedding could still be there live with us and watch it after the fact if they were busy. It was simple and convenient and a perfect way to record the day.”

Katie W. -- July 2, 2021

“I found Best Made Videos very last minute, and received a response from Reid within hours of my inquiry letting me know his team was available. Reid was a dream to work with and turned our video around very quickly. Our video is something I will absolutely cherish for the rest of our lives, and I am so happy I get to send it out to all of our friends and relatives who weren't able to make it due to Covid. I highly recommend working with this company!”

Jacqueline M. -- March 15, 2021

“Amazing work! He was an amazing easy to work with vendor! His willingness to help us during these hard times due to COVID really went to show his amazing character!! Very awesome and friendly guy! Loved his work!”

Andres P. -- December 21, 2020

“Fantastic videos to last forever.

One of if not the most responsive vendor I have ever worked with, ever! Reid and Matt are fantastic people! and the videos they made are movie production quality!! it has been so fun to re-live our wedding day. we remembered a lot, but the videos gave us a chance to see the wedding day from each others perspective. the highlight video that provides a short summary of the day has been wonderful to send to family and friends. these videos are one of my favorite keepsakes!”

Eric H. -- December 3, 2020

“Stop looking, you found your videographer.

Reid and his team were wonderful to work with from the start. Reid checked on me more than any of my vendors (and preparing for a pandemic wedding this gave me so much confidence in them even before the big day). My wedding day was horribly planned chaos, with half of the trinkets that needed to be filmed lost, yet Reid and the team rolled with the punches and truly added a calm demeanor to an already stressful day. Pricing was excellent, especially for how involved this company is. The video and audio came out perfect. They had my videos back fast too! I highly recommend Best Made Videos to anyone looking for stress-free videography. Having worked with Reid now, I want to assure anyone looking to book Best Made that he will go above and beyond to make his customers happy. Knowledgeable, experienced, BMVs will not disappoint.”

Kaitlin C. -- December 2, 2020

“Impeccable

Truly the best videographer we could’ve asked for. They’re very kind, understanding, and communicate with you in a timely manner. They do their best to know exactly what you want in your video and they follow through! I’ve recommended them to several friends and will continue to do so. 10/10 ⭐️ We love watching our wedding video ❤️”

Jami M. -- November 30, 2020

“Reid, with Best Made Videos, created an amazing virtual experience for our guest and a beautiful recording of our daughter's wedding. Capturing every angle and moment perfectly we have a recording which will be enjoyed for many years to come.”

Michael S. -- November 29, 2020

“LIFESAVER FOR COVID-19 WEDDING

My wife and I cannot recommend Best Made Videos enough! We did not initially plan on hiring a videographer for our wedding. However, COVID-19 happened, and months-and-months of wedding planning was turned on its head. A couple of weeks before our wedding we made the painful decision to significantly downsize the event. Our 150+ person wedding was now down to 30. Meaning, many loved ones would no longer be able to share in our wedding day.

That is when we contacted Reid. During our first conversation, Reid demonstrated empathy and a willingness to get to work on our behalf. Within days, he scheduled a Zoom meeting to get to know us and what we wanted help with. Of primary importance, was live steaming the event so grandparents, aunts/uncles and friends could share in our special day in real-time. Reid confidently assured us he could make this happen, which took so much pressure off my wife and me.

Fast-forward to our wedding day. Reid, and his assistant, were very timely and professional. They were inconspicuous as they set up their equipment and in no time, our wedding was being live streamed on YouTube for our friends and family who were not able to be there with us in person. By all accounts, the live stream worked perfectly. Family and friends were able to see and hear the ceremony without a hitch. Moreover, my wife and I barely even noticed them during the ceremony. They were very discrete.

Reid also recorded the entire ceremony, reception, toasts, etc. He created a fabulous highlight video and provided raw footage that we will be able to relive for years to come.
Thank you so much for everything, Reid. I hope more and more people use your services in the future. I cannot imagine they will regret it.”

Travis K. -- November 23, 2020

“Reid and his team did an excellent job!”

Dhayna N. -- October 21, 2020

“Streaming and ceremony. Reid was wonderful to work with. With all the craziness of 2020 it was so nice to work with someone who was flexible and kind. Reid did wonderful work and really came through! I am so happy we went with this company. He did an amazing job with streaming that I have gotten so many compliments on the great quality.”

Kathleen R. -- October 20, 2020

“Hiring Reid for our wedding video was a nonnegotiable! Hiring a videographer for our wedding day was a non negotiable for us. We absolutely needed to have some of our most important and treasured memories on tape. Another non negotiable was that Reid and Best Made Videos would be the one to capture our big day. Reid is a true professional and he checks all the boxes of what it takes to perfectly execute: his response time is immediate, he knows exactly what he is doing because he has loads of experience, he is confident in his work, he is a well-respected member of the wedding industry, he is flexible, a great communicator – need I continue? Above all else, Reid truly cares about the couples he works with, their individual needs, and ensuring he delivers a product they will love; I know this because it was my experience in working with Reid. Your wedding day is unlike any other day, that’s why it is so so so important to hire someone like Reid to perfectly capture your most valued and cherished memories. Thank you so much Reid for all your hard work and everything you did for us!”

Natalie G. -- October 16, 2020

“Reid is incredible!! He is extremely professional, delivering high quality and affordable content is a short time frame. I have watched his video many times and each time I cry with joy over his ability to capture all the best moments of my special day.
I highly recommend Reid and Best Made Videos for your wedding needs. Thanks to Emily Bolen for introducing me to Reid :)”

Sharlene S. -- October 15, 2020

“Best Made Videos is your choice for wedding event. We did the whole event online and it was live. Reid was a pleasure to work with though the process. Our wedding was challenging to put together due to limitations on gatherings, we had a private ceremony couple weeks prior to the event outdoors. Reid captured it with stills and video. His editing was top notch for the live event. All of the guests that we invited had rave reviews for the content and presentation! I can recommend + you will be glad you selected Best Made Video.”

Brent R. -- October 15, 2020

“Reid was really awesome to work with! He is very nice and helpful!! I'm a very indecisive person, and with all the changes due to covid, I was struggling!! He was so patient with me though, which helped!! We received our finished video quickly after the wedding which was really nice!! My husband and I loved our video and can't wait to show our family and friends!”

Courtney P. -- October 9, 2020

“We hired Best Made Videos for our wedding and we were very happy with the results. Reid met with us via zoom beforehand (due to COVID) to discuss what we'd like, and he was very responsive and proactive in keeping us updated. He showed up on time, was very professional and friendly, and was quick to make excellent videos. We couldn't be happier!”

Camille M. -- October 7, 2020

“Working with Reid was fantastic! We hired him to help us livestream our small wedding (thanks, COVID-19!) and he was both flexible (when we had to change our wedding location last minute due to wildfire smoke) and professional. The quality of the work he did was fantastic, utilizing multiple cameras and coordinating with our DJ to make sure our remote viewers could hear every word through the mic. Plus, he seamlessly worked in the slideshow we showed as well as cutting to our remote Maid of Honor who had a reading as part of the ceremony. I love the final video of the stream that I get to keep and would definitely recommend Reid for your event!!”

Mary D. -- October 3, 2020

“The video turned out perfect and I would totally recommend them to anyone needing to have videos for their special occasion. 10 stars.”

Heather M. -- September 28, 2020

“The best place for recording your wedding. We loved your professional and fast delivery service. Also, we appreciated that you live-streamed our wedding in the way we wanted to. Thanks so much!!”

Liliana F. -- September 18, 2020

“I can not express how impressed I am with Reid and Best Made Videos. Reid live streamed my father's funeral which was such a blessing for our friends and family who could not come due to COVID rules. Reid was so professional, he brought all the equipment needed. From back up batteries to cameras that have internet access. During the service he worked anonymously in the background capturing all the shots needed. So many of of friends and family felt they were apart of the service and were present with us. During the service he narrated the live stream keeping everyone informed of what was happening. After the service he sent me a link that we have been able to share on various social media and email. I would hire Reid again for anything that requires video.”

Jennifer S. -- September 12, 2020

“Best Made Videos made everything so easy on us as we prepared to get married. They are very communicative, professional, friendly, understanding, and the quality of their product is amazing. Please choose them as you will not be sorry!!! Thanks so much, Best Made Videos!”

Troy J. -- July 10, 2020

“Reid is very personable and humble person to work with. The quality of work he does is just amazing. Very detail and tailored to fits each and everyone's need. I would highly recommend his service.”

Navi M. -- June 30, 2020

“We love working with Reid and his Team from Best Made Videos. As a wedding planner, I truly appreciate how quick Reid is in responding to emails and any questions we or our clients have. When it comes to wedding day, Reid and his team are punctual, professional, detail-oriented, but most importantly fun to work with. What we love best is how quick he is in editing and returning a high-quality wedding film and we love each and every one of them.”

Lori L. -- April 5, 2020

“Great experience, very professional and excellent value! We had a great experience with Best Made Videos! This review is long overdue but we got married 7/2019 and had a great experience with Reid and his team. From my initial contact with Reid he was very responsive and made sure to touch base with us throughout the planning process to make sure we were on track. On the actual wedding day we had such a great time - endless laughs and helped to put us at ease on our big day! The edited highlight reel was wonderful and really captured the spirit of the day. One of the things that I appreciated the most about Best Made Videos was that we received ALL of the video that was shot that day. This was absolutely priceless to get to look back on so many moments- especially some amazing dance floor videos!”

Jenna F. -- April 2, 2020

“I volunteer for Kiwanis Camp Casey, an annual summer camp for children with physical disabilities. Every year in November we hold a fundraising gala which is our biggest fundraiser of the year and raises nearly all of the money that we need to fund camp for the next year. For our fundraiser this past year, we decided that we wanted to show a video that told the story of one of our campers and how camp has impacted their life. We were SO lucky to get connected with Reid and Best Made Videos - working with him was a dream come true.
Camp is 100% volunteer run, so needless to say those of use who help put on camp and the fundraiser don't have a lot of extra time on our hands. Reid made the process of creating the video so incredibly easy and smooth for us. He is super speedy at responding to emails, totally on top of things, and was able to run with our vision. The environment at camp is high energy and can be a bit chaotic at times. We have upwards of 80 campers and 50 counselors running all over the place, chanting non-stop, wearing crazy costumes, and just having a blast. Reid was able to jump right into the action when he came up to camp to film the video and captured the footage that we needed without needing any hand-holding from us. He fit in perfectly at camp!
Reid also interviewed a number of camp volunteers, counselors, campers, and a camper parent as part of the video. He did a really great job of leading these interviews and asking questions that elicited the thoughtful and emotive responses we needed.
We are so thrilled with the video that Reid created for us and with how effortless he made the whole process for us. He truly brought to life the magic of Camp Casey and our camper's story. This will definitely not be the last time that we partner with Best Made Videos and we can't wait to have Reid join us up at camp again!”

Kaitlyn B. -- March 28, 2020

“Last December, I decided to participate in a last minute project/competition. Of all the referrals I was given, Reid was the only videographer that contacted me back within the 24 hours time frame. This was during the holidays so I really appreciated the timely response! I am giving Reid a 5-STAR because my request was completely last minute, during the holidays, and Reid met my timeline and was able to put together a video for me to submit. Note: There was an 8 weeks timeline to compete, but Reid was only given 3 weeks because of my last minute decision! Reid was very patient and very helpful with ensuring I could get through the video and the requirements needed. With Reid's talent for video, professionalism, and efforts I made it to the TOP FOUR FINALIST. I have to admit, I was not camera ready nor experienced. It was Reid's experience that made me look like a pro! I definitely will work with Reid again in the future -- but definitely more prepared and with a longer timeline for both of us to work with!”

Bo Y. -- March 27, 2020

“Last minute we booked Reid and company to capture our wedding. Let’s just say that we are overjoyed by the results! We now have a wedding video (that we’ve watched easily 20 times already) which captures the essence of what our celebration of marriage was. The whole big day can be a huge blur, thus, a bit hard to remember all those juicy details you worked so diligently to plan. In retrospect we couldn’t be more happy with how our experience with Best Made Videos transpired. Thanks again :)”

Garrett M. -- March 10, 2020

“Wedding Weekend - Excellent Quality. We worked with Best Made Videos for our wedding weekend which included a 2 day wedding (traditional & western). The overall output was just what we were looking for. Watching the video products created is like re-living the big day! Very easy to work with and you could tell Reid put in the preparation in order to deliver on what was promised. He was very responsive, flexible, and solution oriented. Would recommend to anyone who is looking for a videographer.“

Ayo A. -- March 3, 2020

“We are very happy that we chose Best Made Videos for our wedding! Communication was a breeze before the wedding, he captured everything that we wanted, and delivered the videos so incredibly quickly - we were still on our honeymoon! We absolutely love our highlight video and are so happy with Reid's unique style that perfectly captured the vibe we were going for. He seemed like a great guy when we met on the wedding day (even showed up a little early!), but we didn't interact much at all, which is exactly what we want from a videographer...film everything perfectly without being intrusive or drawing attention :). We would highly recommend Reid to anyone!”

Laura M. -- February 29, 2020

“Reid is a great vendor to work with! He is sooo prompt, professional, fun, knows what he is doing, and will create a beautiful video to capture your special day! He is a professional through and through--such quick turnaround time on the video, and we are so grateful that we booked a videographer! He was great at blending into the background, but also getting the good shots. Follow everyone's advice and book a videographer! You will NOT regret it!”

Carrie W. -- December 26, 2019

“I've hired Reid for both a wedding and a work fundraiser and had a great experience with both!”

“Beautiful, non-corny video. I waffled a little on getting video at all because a lot of people I know didn't, but I'm SO glad we did it and chose a high-quality team rather than just going with the cheapest or first we could find. Why spend so much on one day if you're not going to be able to ever see it again? Reid does fantastic work, we loved the result as did our families and friends.”

“We hired Best Made Videos for our wedding video and are so glad we did! My philosophy is that video is worth prioritizing because you'll have it forever and will make everything ELSE you're spending on (like beautiful decor, a dress, etc) worthwhile because you can actually look at them and appreciate them for years to come. We went with the best quality person we could find, and it paid off.”

“We love our wedding video! It's extremely professional looking and moving. I know video can seem like an extraneous expense but honestly don't regret it one bit. We went low-budget on things like flowers and venue, but did not want to risk having a low quality video since it's something we'll have forever.”

“We're so glad we hired Reid! Our wedding video is wonderful and not corny or cringy like I'd feared before hiring someone. He was extremely professional and stayed even longer than we'd asked for.”

Annie A. -- December 9, 2019

“Reid was responsive, positive and quickly delivered my video after filming. Highly recommended.”

Dominick Q. -- November 15, 2019

“What is there to say about Best Made Videos....well to start, let’s just say that they’re simply AWESOME AND AMAZING. When my husband and I were looking for a videographer for our wedding, we had reached out to Reid and Best Made Videos due to a a plethora of recommendations that we had received. From the moment that we sent Reid an email, he was oh so responsive and that was something that we really appreciated. Communication with Reid was very easy and he was very helpful with answering our questions! On the wedding day, Reid and his team were there right on time, if not earlier than expected and ready to shoot our wedding. We received our video about a week later and it was beautifully put together! Reid and Best Made Videos have been wonderful to work with and we recommend them to everyone! Book them! You don’t be disappointed!!”

Anna H. -- October 31, 2019

“Great company to work with! Treats you like family.

I had the pleasure of meeting Reid and his team during the Seattle wedding show last January. Since our first conversations I knew I would be in great hands. He was very communicative, detailed on what I should expect, and professional. On our wedding day he had a team come and capture every special part of the wedding. Within a few weeks we had our video completed and sent to us with a link we could share to whomever we wanted. It was a great video and captured perfectly! We highly recommend Reid and his team.”

Lisa D. -- October 30, 2019

“After I got engaged to my now husband, so many people told me to hire a videographer to capture our wedding day; this was the best advice we could have taken! Hiring Best Made Videos was the best choice we made though! Reid was absolutely amazing in capturing the whole day, from every angle. We had an outdoor wedding in the a forested area, and Reid did amazing in capturing all of the backdrops we were fortunate enough to have.

My husband and I enjoy watching all of the footage from our special day together and laughing at all of the little moments we missed when the camera was rolling and we will always cherish the memories we are able to have forever!!”

Cheyenne S. -- October 25, 2019

“Extremely Satisfied

We found Reid and Best Made Videos online after reading glowing reviews, and our experience was equally positive. Reid was happy to come to our house for a brief in-person meeting, and filled us in on all the details. Throughout the whole process, Reid was extremely responsive to emails, answering any questions we had promptly.

Reid kept in close contact with us in the week leading up to the wedding, including doing a walkthrough of our venue with us and our photographer. This was important to us and made us feel at ease about the videography, amidst all the stress and chaos which comes the week before your wedding.

Himself and his assistant came to the houses in which my wife and I were getting ready, and got some great footage early on. At the venue, they coordinated very well with our photographers, and got excellent footage, without it ever feeling like they were getting in the way.

We were thrilled with the results. We loved the artistic flair in our highlights video, which included a hilarious blooper reel of myself and my best man attempting, and mostly failing, to tie our ties when getting ready.

We would absolutely recommend Reid and BMV to anyone looking to hire a videographer for their wedding.”

Jimmy C. -- October 17, 2019

“My husband and I highly recommend Best Made Videos and Reid. He's an amazing communicator, even when it took a while to decide if we wanted a videographer or not. He emailed highlights of weddings he recently completed weekly and honestly if he didn't do that, we probably wouldn't have booked him. We love the editing style and how he thought to incorporate our first dance song that we sung and recorded into the video. Thanks Reid and Best Made Videos for what you captured! We'll truly cherish for a lifetime!!”

Roxanne K. -- October 7, 2019

“Reid is amazing!

We weren't planning on hiring a videographer but ran across Reid's videos on youtube and really enjoyed his style. We made the right decision in hiring him. He is very responsive and informative. We scheduled an initial phone consultation and ended up booking Reid for our wedding.

Close to the day of, Reid made sure to follow up with us several times. This put us at ease. Reid promptly showed up at the venue with his 2nd videographer, Joel and introduced himself. He was like an old friend. Reid is professional, easy to talk to, work with, and has a wonderful sense of humor. Not to mention, he worked quite well with our photographers.

We were very surprised at the quick turnaround with all the videos. We really enjoyed the highlight, the longer video, and the ability to download snippets of all the videos he took. There were so many little events we didn't see or notice. Photos of our special day are one thing but adding video really captures the day.

Reid is active on his social media accounts. I highly recommend following him on his Instagram because it's amusing to watch him journal the day's events leading up to our wedding -- from him getting gas, to coffee, to the traffic he dealt with, etc. I highly recommend Reid!”

Amie B. -- October 5, 2019

“Reid helped us with our recent wedding up at Suncadia in Washington. We had a great experience working with them from start to finish. Communication was timely both in responses to our messages and notifying us of any changes in the weeks leading up to the wedding. The final highlight video was absolutely gorgeous and blew us away. They were courteous all day as we moved around from getting ready video to bridal party photo shoot, through first look, and the wedding and beyond. We really felt taken care of and were confident that the result would be spectacular I would highly recommend using Best Made Video for all of your videography needs.”

Emily J. -- September 16, 2019

“Amazing Videographer. Reid is awesome! He was upbeat and engaged with us throughout the whole process. Before, during, and after our wedding he was very personable and easy to work with. On top of all that, the quality of his work is excellent. We absolutely love our video!!! It is beyond perfect! We also got the raw footage which is filled with valuable memories. We HIGHLY recommend using Reid as your videographer!! You won't be disappointed!”

Blake H. -- September 10, 2019

“Reid came to be our wedding videographer at Rosehill in Mukilteo on August 11. I found him because I posted my wedding needs/details on a Facebook group to which he reached out and I had a videographer within the day! He was very responsive via email so it made the process that much easier. As others have said, he is incredibly organized and on top of it! I knew I could count on him to be reliable and was so excited to have someone so highly rated helping us document our big day.
The day of, Reid helped the bridal party and us to feel comfortable, know what we were doing, and took a variety of shots. He also helped us figure out the typical traditional things (ie feeding e/o cake and the garter toss) haha!
Reid also finished our video literally within like 3 days!!! And I couldn't have been happier with it. My whole family had a great time sitting and re-watching the toasts and highlight videos. A highlight video like this really helps you re-live the day, because it goes by so fast! I'm incredibly thankful that we made the decision to have a videographer and that Reid made it happen for us. My grandma, who was not able to make it last minute due to health issues, teared up watching the videos and it meant so much that I got to show her most of the ceremony/highlights.
Reid, THANK YOU for making this whole process so easy, for being so organized, and for creating a beautiful video for us!”

Danica A. -- September 6, 2019

“Reid was a pleasure to work with! The prices are reasonable for the work and creativity he provides for the type of video you are looking for. He captured the best moments of my wedding on August 28th, 2016. (He has greeted us happy anniversary every year following!) We have sent the video to our families who weren't able to make it and they cried their eyes out because of how the video was beautifully put together. I watch our video very often and am STILL amazed and so grateful for the amazing memories! I follow Reid on social media and have continued to watch his work. He is professional, fun and would be a great addition to any occasion!”

Erika S. -- September 4, 2019

“I am absolutely in LOVE with my wedding video. My husband and I had planned for a December wedding but due to military reasons it had to be changed to August. At the time, my wedding was a month away and I was stressed beyond belief. Reid contacted me several times, he was very kind and patient with me and was very forgiving when I sent him his questionnaire a few weeks before our wedding.

The day of the wedding, we had two men helping with the video aspect of our wedding: Matt #1 and Matt #2. Both were so kind and helpful. They captured all the important moments and had some creative ideas that looked wonderful in the final product. Matt and his assistant arrived about an hour-ish earlier than planned, which was great since the bride (me) was an hour or two late 😂😂.

The final result was more than great ! I’m so happy with the video and it will be something I will cherish forever. Reid helped me with finding music since I couldn’t find the perfect one. I’m so happy with our wedding video and I can’t stop sharing it with everyone!

Reid is amazing and 100% worth every penny. I cannot thank him and the Matts enough for capturing our special day. Thank you so much ❤️”

Sarah L. -- August 31, 2019

“Incredible! Working with Reid was the best decision I could have made! He emails you back RIGHT AWAY, ALL THE TIME! I am not kidding you guys-there will be no worrying, no stressing, no negativity if you work with Reid. He will take care of it all-just as long as you provide the information : ) His team is amazing, the videos are SPECTACULAR! the quality-wow! I am in awe. I can't wait to watch these videos for the rest of my life! Absolutely amazing, you won't regret BEST MADE VIDEOS!!!”

Alex P. -- August 29, 2019

“Best Made Videos made our wedding memories brilliant. Reid and team went an extra mile to work with us on options, preparations and ideas through the wedding preparations to the day of. I liked their timeliness and videography etiquette. They were there for every special moment, some that I only saw on the videos. Everyone who has watched our wedding videos appreciates the quality. I can write a lot about Best Made Videos, but in summary, they did an awesome job. I strongly suggest going with Best Made for your wedding videography. Thank you for the awesome work, Reid and team. Much appreciated.”

Phelix O. -- August 28, 2019

“We hired Reid and his team last second and they did a good job. Showed up on time, gathered a ton of great shots, responsive, and quick to create and send a video. Best Made Videos is also really active on social media and keep in touch with their clients, which is pretty cool, too. The video turned out beautiful and I'm glad we have it.”

Hannah G. -- August 27, 2019

“Hire Best Made Videos! My husband was more excited about hiring a videographer for our wedding than I was. The videos I’ve seen until then were just too hokey. Then I came upon videos made by Reid and company and I thought this might actually work. Reid is a complete professional and incredibly punctual and responsive (freakishly responsive, he’ll answer your emails within a minute). Matt, Reid’s partner, actually shot our wedding. He and his partner were very easy to work with and not intrusive. We wanted them to capture a lot of candids and they did so wonderfully. When we sent our wedding highlight video to our family, my father-in-law said the following “Form, Substance, Setting, Audio, Video. All Fantastic.” It was a hit! Reid et al. are the best--hire them!”

Tania Y. -- August 24, 2019

“Reid is the BEST!! We planned a somewhat last minute wedding, 3 1/2 months out, which could have been a nightmare...however, Reid made it a dream!! After calling countless videographers who were booked and/or "had to get back to me," but never did, Reid answered with a cheery voice and a calming presence. He assured me that it was all going to be great even with our compressed timeline, and he was not wrong! Things all fell into place beautifully and we had the most wonderful day!! Best of all, Reid and his team were able to capture everything perfectly and put together the most beautiful video for us to relive the magic over and over again. I couldn't imagine our day without him and am so thankful we trusted such a great person, professional, and now friend with this very important task:) You can't go wrong with Best Made Videos!!! 10000% recommended to anyone who is looking for a personally tailored professional wedding video to cherish for a lifetime!”

Shaylin C. -- August 21, 2019

“Your Search Ends Here, This is Your Videographer. Best Made Videos is definitely one of the best out there. Not only is Reid a professional, he is down to Earth and so easy to work with. Many times when we'd email Reid, he would respond within minutes! It was so great to have such a quick response. No pressure Reid! :D The videos of course were amazing! We enjoyed watching and sharing our highlights video with our family and friends. We finally got around to watching our ceremony and toasts after coming back from vacation. It's so great to be able to relive those memories, especially since the whole day went by so fast! We're looking forward to watching this in the future years to come. Thank you Reid!!”

Shea C. -- August 12, 2018

“I hired Reid to video tape my husband’s memorial service and he did an excellent job! He is very professional and provided us with the finished product on the same day of the service in the evening. Because of health concerns my Dad was unable to attend the service but we all watched it together a week later and we were able to feel all of the special moments of the service through the video. It is so nice to be able to go back and hear the special words, scripture and song that expressed my husbands faith and Reid captured it all. The quality is excellent and Reid is so easy to work with. I would highly recommend him for those special times you want to capture to remember always.”

Debby G. -- July 23, 2019

“Reid was super responsive and able to shoot our video with limited noticed. We just got our video today and I am beyond excited and amazed with how it turned out. It's exactly what we were hoping for and will definitely help us drum up some business for our company! Thank you Best Made Videos!!”

Amara S. -- July 17, 2019

“We chose Reid over all other videographers because, after watching his videos and meeting him personally, we knew instantly that he was the one. He has a level of professionalism mixed with an energetic, fun personality! He videotaped our daughter's wedding this past weekend and he and his colleague, Matt, were absolutely on top of the whole day with so many unique and awesome pictures, videos and ideas. We are so excited to see the end result.”

Joni B. -- July 8, 2019

“Initially, I was very impressed with the timeliness of the response of Reid, the owner. My experience continued to improve after our contract signing. Reid was very professional, thorough and specific regarding details about the event which helped create the perfect video, which was delivered within 48 hours. I highly recommend him for any and all video production and editing opportunities.”

Stephanie H. -- May 28, 2019

“Last minute request, and Reid delivered. Our event was a corporate event and we wanted to highlight very specific interactions. We trusted the creative license of the BMV expertise and we were not disappointed. The end result was a total home run. Reid took our suggestions and delivered a wonderful final product. I would trust "Best Made Videos" with any event. The interaction was professional, timely, and fairly priced. Very pleased customer.”

Jason R. -- May 14, 2019

“The best videographer around!

I’ve been thinking about what to say.... Reid and his partner Matt were so amazing to work with and really on top of everything. They were there from the start to the end of the day, capturing all of the most important parts. He got the video to me in a week.... I was planning on at least waiting a month for the video. But apparently they are over achievers. Haha.

But honestly. I really felt like they enjoyed the day almost as much as we did. They laughed with us and shared all the important moments with us. My now husband has brain cancer and this wedding was planned in a month, and these guys gave their whole Saturday away to document our day.

I can’t say enough nice things about them. Obviously the fact that they donated their services to a family they didn’t know but just came across their story, says a lot about the kind of people they are. I really enjoyed working with them and honestly having this video to look back on whenever I want really just makes the whole thing that much more special.

Thank you Reid and Matt. From my entire family to yours, thank you.... when I say I’ve watched the video probably 3-5 times a day since you sent it to me on Saturday is not an exaggeration...”

Erin S. -- March 11, 2019

“Reid did an amazing job with my event. Very good communication from the first day till the final day. Reid had great ideas on how to capture the best moments of my show. I would recommend him highly to anyone looking for a great videographer.”

Mark S. -- March 3, 2019

“Totally worth the investment!

I cannot rave enough about Best Made Videos!!! I came across their company when I was at the Seattle wedding show, and after having attended the event, was doing my due diligence and checking out samples for allllll the videographer's various websites. I checked out Best Made Video's website and within 5 minutes I was sold. I was literally tearing up watching random stranger's wedding videos because they were SO well done. Not only are Reid and his team incredibly talented and phenomenal at their craft, he was hands down the most responsive vendor I've ever met. I can't recommend Reid and Best Made Video's enough - as everyone says, the day goes by unbelievably fast and it's SO special to have this memory. I can't say enough good things about this company - totally worth the investment!”

Bethany D. -- January 28, 2019

“One of the best decisions I made!

Your search is done...hire Reid! When I was planning my wedding last year I initially decided not to have a videographer. After talking to my sister about it and hearing that not having one at her wedding is the biggest thing she regrets, I changed my mind. I could not be happier with my decision and I owe that to Reid and his team. They captured moments I would never have seen and created a video that brings tears to my eyes every time I watch it. Reid's editing and the way he included our vows through out the video exceeded my expectations. Now, as we approach our one year anniversary I can not wait to watch our video and relive our day! Unfortunately for my sister, Reid's beautiful video reinforced her regret.”

Allie M.-- January 14, 2019

“We love our wedding video!!

We used Best Made Videos to record our October 2018 wedding in Bellevue. My wife and I live in Dallas, so all of our planning was done remotely. Reid was very accommodating. On the day of, Reid and his team were AWESOME and worked so well with our photographer that they could have been mistaken for being the same company! They both helped each other out to ensure that both pictures and video of each part of the day would turn out perfect. In the end, the most important thing is how the video turns out and ours is PERFECT. My wife cries every time we watch it! It does a great job of capturing the mood and energy of each part of the night. Its also nice to get the full raw video of the ceremony, speeches, etc. Reid - thank you for being such an awesome part of our day and providing us with a video we can cherish!”

Donald B. -- January 6, 2019

“We were so grateful we decided to pick Best Made Videos to capture our special day. We absolutely love our wedding video, and have watched it so many times. Reid's team was great and worked seamlessly with our photographer to catch all the best shots. We would pick them 10/10 times for any future video needs. Thanks Reid and team for doing such a great job!”

Rob S. -- December 26, 2018

“Reid is awesome! He's by far the most organized, communicative, and talented videographer I've had the pleasure to work with. He helped me with a branding video for my company and I was so impressed with his vision for the film, elevating my vision for it 100%. Reid goes above and beyond for his clients, making it beyond easy to work with him, and his personality makes the process enjoyable from start to finish! If you need commercial or wedding videography, look no further!”

Holly G. -- December 14, 2018

“Couldn’t be happier with Best Made Videos! Reid and Jeff were awesome to work with day of and brought great energy to the day. Reid was super responsive throughout and delivered amazing work quicker than expected! Do not make the mistake of not having a videographer for your wedding. We initially didn’t plan on having one, but it was the best decision we made to book; the videos and moments captured allows you to look back and re-live all the wonderful memories of your big day. Best Made Videos is highly recommended and offers amazing value!”

Andrew P. -- November 11, 2018

“They were very professional, and worked very hard to capture every moment of our wedding. Response time is quick.”

Joshua S. -- November 11, 2018

“I wish all my vendors were a fraction as responsive as Reid was. At all hours of the day, he'd always write back within minutes! It was nice to feel heard and not be anxious about waiting days for a response. We were lucky enough to get a bit of a deal for his services after attending Weddings in Woodinville and really appreciated the fact that he was willing to include his 2-hour travel time to and from our venue in his overall package pricing.

Reid arrived early on our wedding day and didn't waste a second getting to work. I really appreciated his attention to detail. He would stop a shot to fix my hair or someone's posture. Having his second shooter there was a huge help. Reid was incredibly professional throughout this whole process and you can tell what a hard worker he is.”

Lindsey L. -- November 1, 2018

“If you are going to pick one thing to splurge on for your wedding I will always tell you to make it your pictures and videos. (Besides yummy food and drinks for your guests because after all, they are there for you!!) Being able to go back and rewatch and feel what I felt on that day, and see all of our friends and family’s smiling faces, is far more meaningful than anything else 💕”

Kyrsten B. -- October 30, 2018

“Reid this was absolutely beautiful!!!!! Thank you so much!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Reid was absolutely amazing! He was on top of everything, checking in as the day got closer and making sure to get as many details about us as possible. He was so great to work with and made everything so easy for me and my husband. I am so happy with everything he did for us and I still look back at our highlight video and tear up, so does my husband!! I highly recommend using this company!”

Ashley P. -- October 26, 2018

“Prompt, positive and enthusiastic!

Reid was so incredible. From day one, he responded to my inquiries immediately and set the expectations to avoid any surprises. As we got closer to the big day, he sent questionnaires that actually helped me plan the wedding better by asking me which events I wanted captured and prioritize their importance. The day of, he really came through! He showed up earlier than requested, knew the general timeline and was able to set up real quick and easy. He got along really well with my photographer and it didn't seem like either one dominated the other. He had great ideas for shots, poses and locations and was just incredibly kind, charismatic and really enjoys what he does. That's exactly what we needed, thanks so much, Reid!”

Camilla M. -- October 23, 2018

“My husband and I worked with Reid and his team at Best Made Videos. It was a wonderful experience - I love that they captured some of the best moments of our wedding day, first look, first kiss, first dance. It was awesome to see our highlight video which was our whole wedding condensed to 10-12 minutes -- this has been such a gift to share with family and friends. This video is a keepsake and something we will have for the rest of our lives and can share with our future kids and grandkids. Overall, excellent service and would recommend them!”

April B. -- October 22, 2018

“Reid is seriously the best! Both times we met (consultation and wedding day) he was upbeat, friendly, and showed a creative and authentic approach to his work. We both loved his ideas for showcasing our perfect day and are beyond thrilled with the results. Reid (and his fellow videographer) captured our magical day with everything we wanted. They were up for anything and good with improvising when needed. They were willing to help out with non videographer related things when needed (we had a speaker issue during dinner and announcements) and were very communicative throughout the entire process even post wedding (Reid is super quick to respond via email and social media). Thank you Reid and Best Made Videos for the amazing video! We will cherish it forever :)”

Kaytie O -- October 21, 2018

“Incredible quality, great communication, and treasured keepsake for our big day!

Working with Reid at Best Made Video's was one of the best decisions we made! We are so thankful we have a video of this amazing day in our lives. They say time flies when you're having fun and that is so true. With Reid capturing this day for us, we're able to see those special moments with our family and friends again. We also get to see some of the moments we missed like the reactions during the ceremony, all our guests mingling during cocktail hour, watching our first dance, and late-night dance battles. One of my bridemaids literally said "That is the best wedding video I have EVER seen!" A family member also told me within seconds of watching the video they were overcome with emotion in their heart.
Reid doesn't just put a bunch of video clips and music together he does an incredible job telling the story of the greatest day of our lives.
A very important thing too, is how easy it is to work with Reid. He reached out to us to check-in and was very responsive to all our questions. We were able to "meet" with him over Facetime when we were first looking for a videographer. Our wedding was in Bellingham, several miles north of Seattle where Reid is based, but he did an excellent job communicating with our wedding coordinator and photographer so that we didn't have to worry about timelines. Everything flowed well that day and Reid and his assistant Jeff did a great job capturing moments between us, our wedding party, and family and friends. Reid is such a friendly and easy-going person with a lot of skill that it felt very natural to have him around to capture the day.
But it doesn't end there! Reid did an excellent job communicating and getting clips and the final video edit to us quickly. He continues to be excited for us and celebrate our special day with thoughtful posts and messages. That is something we really appreciate since he was so close to us all day for this tremendous life event. We highly recommend working with and getting to know Reid!”

Maria K. -- October 18, 2018

“We wanted to have all the video clips from our day to remember it in full color. Having photos is great, but there's something really special about having the voices and laughter documented. Some may argue, but I now believe more than ever that hiring a videographer is just as important as a photographer. Both are so integral in capture the different aspects of your day. Reid was fantastic! By far our most responsive vendor and always willing to go above and beyond. He was a pleasure to be around and brought a stress free feel to the day. We absolutely love our video and have watched it so many times already--a treasured memory of the day. Could not recommend enough!”

Kimi L. -- October 18, 2018

“We just watched our video and LOVE it! It captures the day so perfectly and reminds us how truly special it felt to be surrounded by so many loved ones. Our wedding was all about family and friends and your video reflects this so beautifully. After watching it, neither of us can imagine not having booked you. The video and all the candid clips of those we hold most dear are something we will deeply cherish. Cannot wait to pass this around to our families. Thank you so much again!”

John B. -- October 2, 2018

“REID was awesome, timely, talented, and extremely easy to work with...He captured all the important moments of our big day. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM AND BEST MADE VIDEOS.”

Marcy G. -- September 26, 2018

“Wow! Finding myself going from "ya, ya someone can video your day..." to "oh my, what a wonderful memory of your day...". Nearly invisible during the day but yet captured everything. The video and audio quality are world class - and the editing was seamless.

Give a gift to yourself - or to someone else - and hire Best Made Videos!”

Darin B. -- September 25, 2018

“We absolutely love it!!! So much went over my head that day, and I’m so glad you were there to capture all of the important moments we missed that day! THANK YOU!!! I cannot stress enough how important it is to hire a videographer for your big day!! There is so much that goes over your head that day and to have a video of it to see afterwards is the best gift! All the details we had missed were all captured (and the drone addition was perfection!) We could not have asked for a better videographer! Reid is prompt, efficient, detail-oriented and overall just a nice guy! It was fun to work with him and his assistant. I would highly recommend him and hope to have him capture future festivities! Thanks Reid, you’re the best!!”

Genieve S. -- September 20, 2018

“Reid did an awesome job on a business training shoot I did. Being from out of town I didn't know what to expect. But he nailed it. Took over an hour of video and then edited it down to a masterful 3 minutes of very engaging content. He was a pleasure to work with. Understood where I was going with the piece and I would recommend him highly for your video needs. When I get back to Seattle, I know who is going to capture my next engagement. Thanks Reid...”

Jim E. -- September 19, 2018

“Best Made Videos did an amazing job of catching all the important parts of our day. The footage looks so professional and they were really quick to provide clips and edit the final video. I also really enjoy the shout outs and footage they show on IG and social media so frequently, it shows they really card about and connect with clients/friends. The final highlight video was exactly what we were looking for, and I would recommend Best Made Videos to anyone out there in need, wedding or not! Exceptional job Reid and team! Book soon!!!"

Mallory W. -- September 2, 2018

"I’ve been thinking about what I could say about how amazing Reid is at capturing one of the most incredible moments of my life. So I figured the best way would be to start at the beginning....I met Reid through a friend a few years ago and it’s been great seeing his business grow into what it is today. Fate would have it when he walked in the bridal suite of my Maid of Honor’s wedding in 2015 - capturing the beginning of my love story with my future husband as we both caught the bouquet and garter! Three years later, Reid was the first person I called when Paul and I had discussed our future plans to get married. I asked Reid for wedding advice and recommendations. It was really important to me that the wedding be fun for our guests and still have the vision that Paul & I wanted. I can’t thank Reid enough for everything he’s done and how wonderful our wedding video is. If you want someone who has a passion for capturing this moment and making it that much more incredible, hire Reid. You won’t regret it!"

Ally J. -- August 30, 2018

"Video turned out great and exceeded our expectations!"

Josh S. -- August 29, 2018

"From a couple that originally wasn’t planning to have a videographer to now husband & wife that are SO incredibly thankful we decided to have Reid and Best Made Videos as part of our special day! Our advice – definitely have a video done (it’s well worth the $$ spent) and make sure it’s Reid & Team that you use!

We could go on & on….but just as a glimpse - Reid was - without question - the most responsive vendor we worked with for our wedding. He’s ‘on his game’ in all aspects and was always quick with his replies to what were probably very basic questions that we had or things that were on our video ‘wish list’. Reid showed up (after a 4 hour drive to somewhere he’d never been) with energy, passion & enthusiasm. He went right to work and captured some amazing footage! He was personable, easy to have around, fun and worked seamlessly with our photographer (whom he had never met). The musicians that we used also commented on how professional Reid was and how he really knew what he was doing to ensure he had the best quality audio.

In addition to some 'bonus' iPhone shots that he shared with us the day after our wedding - Reid also shared his ‘work in progress’ via Instagram in the days after the wedding and true to his word – 2 weeks later delivered AMAZING highlight & full ceremony videos. His creative ability to capture our personalities and the ‘feeling’ of the day was truly unbelievable!!! No surprise – we (and many of our guests) have watched the videos multiple times!

Thank you Reid, Jeff & the Best Made Videos Team!!!

To those future bride & grooms that aren’t quite sure – we will gladly try to convince you otherwise. It really is a “must do” in our opinion!"

Tricia A. -- August 15, 2018

"My (now) husband insisted that we hired a videographer in addition to the photographer, and I couldn't be happier that he did. Reid is a consummate professional. We love our photographs, but we love the video even more. I got really choked up during the vows, and half the people attending couldn't hear me. Reid had 2 microphones capturing the vows, and they came out crystal clear. He was super helpful on the day of, he helped my brother in law with setting up the sound system, and was really friendly and upbeat. He was running around getting shot after shot, so we get to see tons of interactions between guests at our wedding that we were too busy to be part of. It was great to see our grandparents interacting for the first time, and our friends from opposite sides of the country hanging out at chatting. Having the video is kinda like getting to go to the wedding for a second time, but this time as a guest, were you just get to kick back and relax. His 7 minute highlights video is perfect, and unlike all the videographers we interviewed, with Reid, you get the raw footage too if you want it. There were some really funny and sweet moments between me and my hubby, that our photographer either didn't capture, or chose not to include in the final pictures that we got from her. The video is very high quality, so we can enjoy the video, or take moments from the video and get many new pictures from screen captures. From the initial interview, through the follow up emails, to the event, to the finished product; Reid has been very thorough, thoughtful, conscientious, up-beat, communicative, and professional. We couldn't be happier, and we also couldn't recommend more strongly that you work with him. Let Reid's videos be the magic carpet that transports you back to your wedding day, so you can relive your favorite moments, and experience it in ways that you didn't get to the first time. There are a million little details that you have to take care of for your wedding. Hire Reid, and have that number drop by thousands.

Would 100% recommend hiring Best Made Videos for your wedding. I at first did not plan on having a videographer because we had a tight budget and I did not think it was necessary but my husband was insistent. We met up with Reid to see if we liked him and if we could make it work with our budget. He was professional, organized and we both felt at ease around him which made him an obvious choice for our wedding. Leading up to the wedding he checked in and was incredibly responsive to any communication I sent him. Day of the wedding Reid was outstanding, he truly caught the joy of the day and made the whole filming process fun. When we got our highlights video back I do not think it we could have expected how perfect it was! It brought back the emotions of that and gave those who were unable to attend a feel of what it was like. Worth every penny!

Would highly recommend Reid to anyone looking for videography work done. Everything went smoothly from our first meeting to the communication beforehand to the day of to seeing the finished product! He was professional but we both felt super comfortable around him which was important to us for getting the best wedding footage possible. Well worth the money and the video will be something we will enjoy for years!

While Best Made Videos was one of the higher quotes we got from Thumbtack after looking through several portfolios it became apparent that this was because his quality was league above the others. At our first meeting to discuss hiring him for our wedding we loved how comfortable we felt around him and that he had plenty of experience making us feel safe entrusting this special day to him. His communication during the weeks up to the wedding was great. Reid was always fast to reply to any questions we had and a wonderful questionnaire to make sure everyone was on the same page. The wedding day came and we were so happy we had hired him to capture it. Watching the highlights video he put together brings us right back and will be something we treasure for years. I would highly recommend him.

We hired Reid for our wedding and it was worth every cent! At first meeting to see if we liked him we knew he was a great fit for us; professional, personable and knowledgable. He kept in communication throughout the lead up to the wedding and was fast to answer any questions we had. On the day of he was great at capturing all the important moments and creating beautiful visuals that we later got to enjoy in our highlights video. The video was gorgeous and we are so happy that we will have it to look back at throughout the years. Would happily recommend to anyone for their videography needs!"

Chloe B. -- August 1, 2018

"Reid is great to work with. He has an incredible talent to get just the right shots."

Cynthia D. -- July 17, 2018

"Awesome to work with, very responsive to emails and prompt to receive video back!"

Ruby T. -- July 5, 2018

"A lot of people think a videographer is an unnecessary expense for your wedding day, but I’m here to politely, yet forcefully suggest that you NEED a wedding videographer and you need it to be Best Made Videos. You are going to spend months on every little detail of this day but what no one tells you is that while everyone else is enjoying your string quartet, admiring your flowers, and snatching up the favors that your family spent hours putting together, you’re not going to get to enjoy that moment with them and you’re probably never even going to hear it/ see it/ live it at all because you’re busy getting married! Butttt, if you get a videographer, specifically Best Made Videos, you can relive that moment and watch how much everyone loved that cake you never got a slice of or how much your grandma was getting down on the dance floor. You’ll see how everyone looked at you and your spouse and that’s something that can’t be captured just in a picture or in a memory. You also get this magical moment of how you felt that day and we all know feelings are fleeting, so now when I’m irritated that my husband left the toilet seat up, I can watch our wedding video and remember why I love him so much and how we felt on our big day! Also, Reid and his team are very cool people. Reid is not going to be one of your high maintenance vendors, he shows up, does a great job, and you won’t even know you’re being videotaped all day. It literally felt like we had one of our friends hanging out with us all day. He also got our video back to us in less than a couple weeks which allows you to enjoy it before you’re even out of the post wedding daze. I don’t think my husband knew we were going to have a videographer before our wedding weekend and it’s one of his favorite things from the wedding, we watch it over and over again! Pictures are amazing, but a video is something you get to take with you and cherish forever, so find some funds in your budget to get Best Made Videos! Thank you Best Made Videos!!!"

Jessica M. -- June 27, 2018

"Best Made Wedding videos did an excellent job capturing all the special moments on our wedding day. The videographers (Reid and Matt) were professional, thoughtful and creative. They gave us moments of alone time throughout the day so that we could enjoy the moment with no one around. The videographer team captured and included every video shot of our elopement in the highlight video that we wanted. The process of booking, questionnaire, and payment was easy and convenient. The editing and artistic flow of the final highlight video is priceless. We are excited about the video we received and look forward to incorporating it into our anniversary celebration."

Laura M. -- June 27, 2018

"I cannot say it enough...Best Made Videos is absolutely phenomenal! Reid and his assistant are the most professional, fun, creative, and wonderful people to work with! He knows exactly what he’s doing and does everything to ensure your day goes smoothly and is stress free! Thank you to everything you did for us!"

"Reid was the first vendor we chose to share our special day with. I knew from the first second I watched one of his videos, that I needed him to capture our day. I can’t say it enough - we were thankful and lucky to have him! Not only did we receive and amazing wedding video, but we have basically every second of the day to go back and look on. His team was so professional, creative and fun! Reid does an amazing job of keeping the flow of the day as smoothly as possible and keeps you sane! I can’t thank him enough and I cannot wait to view everything twenty years from now. Thanks again for EVERYTHING!"

Tarissa S. -- June 25, 2018

"Reid was very professional on the day of our event. He helped us and the wedding party relax and have a great time. I was worried that I would feel he was in our way and videoing everything, but he did a great job. He worked really well with our photography (Arlene Chambers). The video he produced was done really well and felt real. We shared the video with all of our friends and family and everyone commented on how great it was! I would recommend Reid again, and I think it is important for the videography and photographer to work well together. He was very responsive over email."

Peter S. -- June 18, 2018

"Reid at Best Made Videos was an integral part of our wedding for ensuring we will have a priceless capturing of the most important day of our lives to watch countless times in the years and decades to come. The professionalism he exudes while on scene for the big day is unparalleled. My wife and I were simply blown away. We left for our honeymoon two days after the wedding and what will be one of our favorite lifetime moments was watching the highlights video Reid put together while soaking in the sun on the beaches of Maui. The audio and visual quality of the video is superb; not to mention the brilliant and artistic editing Reid does for the highlight video. To have all of this captured means more than can be described with words. We hope as many couples as possible can share the joy we have from having made Best Made Videos an essential part of our wedding."

Matthew K. -- May 30, 2018

"Reid was incredibly quick to respond during the whole process, and the videographer at the wedding was in a great mood - super relaxed & a great communicator. I didn't even notice them being around from the ceremony on. They fit in well in the background. Video is great quality!"

Rachel H. -- May 29, 2018

"A five star rating is all we would consider giving Best Made Videos. Reid was amazing and provided top notch customer service. We asked for a corporate video that reflected the people more than the business and Reid delivered exactly what we wanted. The finished product is wonderful, great quality, and it was refreshing to work with a person as responsive, professional, and quick to deliver as Reid was. We will definitely hire Best Made Videos the next time we need a video made because we know we will receive an outstanding, quality product at a fair price and we will receive it quickly. Thanks, Reid!"

Sheila K. -- May 23, 2018

"I was really wanting videography for my wedding, but I was unsure if the price tag was worth it. Let me say, Reid made every single penny spent worth it. I cried when I got our highlights video back. The wedding day goes by so quick, having this video let’s me relive the day and see things I wouldn’t have seen the day of, like my husband not being able to keep it together even when he just heard the song I’d walk down the aisle to. I cannot thank Reid enough. Absolutely amazing!!"

Lauren C. -- May 23, 2018

"Reid and the Best Made Videos team are amazing.

I wasn’t planning on having a videographer at first but am so glad that I decided to hire them. Reid was super responsive and professional. He was also so quick to deliver the videos and the quality of them is outstanding. Now I’ll have a piece of my wedding day forever to look back on. I can’t recommend them enough. If you’re on the fence just do it. You won’t regret working with them. Thanks so much Reid and the Best Made Videos team!!!"

Emily M. -- May 20, 2018

"Reid and crew are flat-out exceptional (all our thanks and due credit to Jeff and Matt, too!). From the onset, Reid is no stranger to carrying himself and the tight communication with such poise, confidence and excellence. He takes extra weight off your shoulders that you didn't even know existed until you endure and share an immense gratitude for vendors/partners like Reid that allow such finesse during Wedding planning; the type that will never be taken for granted but all-the-more appreciated in the final product and keepsakes, thereafter. Not once did we ever feel concerned that our voices weren't being heard or that our feedback was being compromised. Reid has this get-it-done mentality that is exciting to witness and see translated in his quality of work. We were, first, referred Best Made Video's way by an old colleague in the Marketing Media/Production industry and deservingly so. We had a very unique Same-Day edit vision and, not only was Reid up for the challenge but, Best Made Videos over-delivered and exceeded our expectations. The entire process is set-up for success. I recall our Day-Of Coordinator assuring us that he "knows what he is doing" when sharing and reviewing that our Videographer contract was good-to-go. During the morning of our Getting Ready phase, he showed up to the Bridal Party location ready, enthusiastic as ever and took control of all the timing that he had to work with. Not in the least bit of the over-bearing type but the kind where you truly don't know how the Day-Of is going to go until you are fully immersed in it and it is happening (you can only bake in slots of timeframes to a point) and Reid got the job done with intended shots while paying great attention to each and every little detail that could possibly be captured. He did so in such a refined and encouraging way. Another family friend asked post-wedding if we had a personal relationship with Reid just by the embracing way we were able to hug it all out at the conclusion of the crazy, wild, fun and beautiful day's filming but I firmly believe his natural passion in this business has the tendency to reflect in this way. Without a shadow of a doubt, take on Reid and his team if even slightly considering. The new Mr. & Mrs. Wurtz have the utmost respect and admiration for the level of service exemplified here. The highest of recommends we are able to give. There are not enough thanks in the world to convey how much Best Made Videos truly completed our day!"

Jazmyn W. -- May 15, 2018

“My husband and I were on the fence on booking a videographer for our wedding. When we came across Reid with Best Made Videos, we knew it was worth the investment. Never have I been more thankful to have our video. It takes us right back to our magical day, and makes us cry every time we watch it! Photos are great, but having a video captures it ALL. Reid and his team were professional and fun to work with on the day of—capturing every detail that we could possibly want. The quality we received is way more than other videographers we researched. Invest in the video for your wedding—I promise you will thank yourself later!”

Kristi F. -- May 12, 2018

"Reid is AMAZING! Not only is he extremely professional, he is also kind, funny, and a pleasure to be around on the big day. Wedding planning can be stressful but we never had to worry about the videography for our wedding because Reid was super responsive, organized and did wonderful work. I cannot recommend Reid enough. Within a week of our wedding, we had all our videos! We are so thankful we hired Reid and will cherish our wedding videos forever!"

Jessica M. -- May 9, 2018

"Thank you Best Made Videos. Your video at our event made the Westside Business Awards celebration very special. I recommend Best Made Videos for corporate videos."

Lynn D. -- May 2, 2018

"Reid was absolutely wonderful throughout the entire planning process as well as the day of our actual wedding. He made a point to communicate with our photographer before our wedding as well as throughout the day to coordinate on shots to make sure each of their own final products turned out as perfectly as they could which was something I didn't realize would be something to consider but am so grateful for now after the fact. The turnaround time on our videos was incredibly fast which was an amazing surprise to get while we're on our honeymoon. After having watched our video we've further realized the value of having the special details of our day, our vows, and ceremony captured on video and we're so incredibly grateful to Best Made Videos for that."

Angelina V. -- March 16, 2018

"Reid was super easy to work with, made the process extremely simple, and gave enough direction and enough flexibility for us to get all of the content needed to make the perfect project! It turned out better than I could have hoped. Definitely will work with Reid again and recommend him to other business owners!"

Elizabeth P. -- March 16, 2018

"I have used Best Made Videos multiple times for Real Estate listings and have always found them quick, professional and a great final product. Anyone would be lucky to have their wedding documented by Best Made Videos."

Rik K. -- March 8, 2018

"Reid directed and produced a surprise birthday video for my fiance's 50th birthday. He wove a hilarious and touching tribute to a great guy. Reid's expertise in carving out a story and tight video editing is excellent. I will definitely hire him again for another project."

Teresa L. -- March 8, 2018

"Best Made Video came highly recommended by our photographer and they did not disappoint. We knew we wanted a videographer since most of my husband-to-be family could not make it since they were international. We wanted them to feel like they were there. Reid was the most responsive vendor we had for our wedding and great to work with. On our wedding day, Joe and Matt were professional, arrived on time, and had ideas for poses for the video. They were awesome to work with and captured our wedding day perfectly. After our wedding, we received our video highlight back really fast and it was amazing. We watch it over and over! I would highly recommend Reid and Best Made Video if you are looking for a videographer! You wont regret it!"

Tina L. -- February 13, 2018

"There cannot be a better videographer than Reid. He's fun, very friendly, very very good at what he does and fast! Our videos were all delivered in less than a week and they had a cinematic quality to them. He even guided our photographer to good shots and made sure every person was all smiles all the time. He was punctual and responded to our emails in minutes if not a few hours. Totally worth it!"

Pearl M. -- February 7, 2018

"I am so thrilled with the quality of video we received for our wedding. Reid and his team were so wonderful right from the start. We weren’t sure if a videographer was in our budget and ended up having two gentleman from Best Made at our big day, and it was one of the best things we spent our money on. We will forever get to relive our wedding day, the toasts, and ceremony thanks to them, and I can not recommend them highly enough. Spend your money here, you will not regret it!"

Alyse W. -- January 11, 2018

"Reid and Best Made Videos were wonderful! For the entire year leading up to the wedding, Reid was responsive and professional. On the day of our wedding, he brought a level of energy and enthusiasm that added to our special day. We absolutely love our wedding video. He captured the funniest and most intimate moments of our wedding. Within the first 24 hours of receiving the video, we watched it about 10 times and look forward to watching it many more times in the years to come. Hiring a videographer and hiring Reid, was one of the best decisions we made while planning our wedding. Thank you so much Best Made Videos!"

Rachel G. -- January 11, 2018

"We worked with Reid (with his assistant Matt) from Best Made Videos and they were absolutely amazing! They truly captured the best moments in the highlights reel, and the turnaround time was unreal. We got everything back in less than two weeks. We also really appreciated the responsiveness to our questions and quick ability to adapt when plans were changing down to the last few days of planning. We definitely recommend Best Made Videos for their quality work!"

Stacey S. -- December 29, 2017

"Reid & Jeff are just awesome people all around. We loved hanging with them on our wedding day, it was like they were extra bridal party members - they felt like our best friends from the moment they introduced themselves to us (on the morning of the wedding). When we were in the middle of wedding planning, my husband wasn't convinced that we needed video but I couldn't imagine not being able to re-watch our ceremony and toasts. I found Best Made Videos during my videographer research and started laughing, then crying when watching highlight videos from other peoples' weddings. So that's when I knew that I wasn't going to get married without hiring Best Made Videos. Reid & Jeff were beyond accommodating (Reid even re-scheduled his own honeymoon so that he would be in town to shoot our wedding), they showed up 20 minutes ahead of schedule and trekked all over Seattle with us because we wanted to take photos in 4 different locations. On the second day of our honeymoon, we woke up to an email from Reid telling us our highlight video was done! We loved it, but there was one clip that I wondered if Reid might be able to edit. 30 minutes later, I had an email response from Reid confirming the edit was complete and the video was good to go - no extra charge, no extra week delay, nothing. We were amazed. About a week after that, Reid provided us with our full ceremony, full toasts, and all raw video taken the day of our wedding. Reid runs his company with a level of service, care, professionalism, quality, and fun that outshined all of our other vendors. We would work with Best Made Videos again anytime."

Maria N. -- December 16, 2017

"Reid was a joy to work with. Super easy and the finished product is amazing. He even had to make some tricky edits for us and was a complete pro about it. Would totally recommend him."

Jennifer N. -- December 15, 2017

"Reid's team did a wonderful job of capturing our wedding. They were extremely professional and the video's turned out fantastic. Highly recommend them."

Tom S. -- November 30, 2017

"Very responsive and easy to work with. High quality videos at an affordable price."

Maria P. -- November 29, 2017

"We looked at numerous wedding video companies and ultimately decided to choose Best Made Videos because of their high HD quality, cinematic highlight videos, and exceptional service. Having an international wedding, we also chose Best Made Videos for their ability to live-stream the wedding. We did not end up needing to use this service as most of our international guests RSVP'd, but it's custom services like this that elevate Best Made Videos above and beyond the competition. Reid worked with us to create a wedding video and highlight video that truly showcased who we were. His vision brought out the best parts of our big day. Custom touches included music from our live band, our vows, and a video guestbook. Reid was a pleasure to work with and enhanced my wedding day. He was happy/smiling and has a great sense of humor. He worked well with my other vendors and having him there enhanced my wedding day. If you are considering investing in videos, DO IT! The day is so busy you won't remember a lot of details- having video of it helps you keep memories of these moments forever! If you are considering investing in Best Made Videos, DO IT! I invite you to look at the quality of his videos in comparison with other companies: He is the best! His service, personality, and professionalism elevate him even more from the competition. From one budgeting bride to another: Best Made Videos is worth the investment!"

Lisa K. -- November 25, 2017

"Easy to work with, takes initiative, great final product."

Lauren H. -- November 21, 2017

"Reid and his videography crew were all very professional and punctual! His services are very reasonably priced and he works with you to figure out what the best package is for you specific event. When emailing him with questions he would always reply within an hour which was very helpful. Overall we had a great experience and received an amazing end product."

Tyler J. -- November 19, 2017

"Reid and team did a wonderful job capturing our special day! The highlight video did an exceptional job taking in the true essence of the moment. I highly recommend Best Made Videos to anyone who wants to relive their wedding day over and over. Thank you!"

Shane M. -- November 11, 2017

"Reid was the most responsive wedding vendor we used, hands down. He was excellent throughout the process, and the videos turned out amazing. I honestly don't know what could have gone better."

Bryce B. -- November 11, 2017

"Great experience with Best Made Videos! I highly recommend them if you're looking for a high-quality videographer. They're very professional in the quality of service that they provide and work with you to make sure your needs are met. Would definitely work with them again!"

Georgia T. -- November 4, 2017

"Very responsive, friendly, and accommodating!"

Zahra A. -- November 3, 2017

"Early in the wedding planning process, my soon-to-be husband and I decided not to have a videographer. We had invested in an amazing photographer, and did not feel that the expense would be worth it. I am so glad I was wrong! Less than a month before the wedding my mother convinced me to just "go for it!" and have video. A bit of good luck brought us to Reid and he even had our wedding date open! One conversation with him put me at ease... there would be no cheezy messages for the bride and groom, just a beautiful piece of art we will cherish forever. On our wedding day, the team from Best Made Videos was helpful, accommodating, and added so much to the joy of our day. I was so grateful. However, nothing compared to the first time I watched our highlight video. They captured the magic of our day perfectly. It was everything I could have dreamed of, and so much more. I could not have asked for a better videographer, or for a better momento of our day. We already cherish the videos, and look forward to watching them for the rest of our lives. If you are not sure about video on your wedding day - DO IT and if you want it done right, hire Best Made Video!"

Rachel S. -- October 3, 2017

"I was really glad Reid was able to work out with the venue staff how to connect to their A/V system for the audio. Highly professional, responsive, and great value."

Nathan S. -- September 28, 2017

"Jeremy and I are a very laid back couple; the moment we met Reid it was clear he would be exactly the same way, while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Reid and Jeff with Best Made Videos were an absolute blast and pleasure to work with. The moment they showed up at our venue they went to work, but you could tell they enjoyed their job. They were joking with everyone and blending in with the crowds, while capturing all of the most important moments and making it look easy. The communication from the time of booking through the delivery of the videos was prompt and organized. He was very realistic about what could and couldn't be done with video so that we weren't surprised when getting the footage back. There was a time when we weren't sure about having a videographer and we could not be happier that we were given Reid's information and encouraged to have live video of our day. We got the video back within days of our wedding and have relived it several times already. Best Made Videos could not come more highly recommended from us! They are amazing!"

Stefanie F. -- September 19, 2017

"Reid was recommended to us through a good friend, and he did not disappoint! Not only was he awesome to work with, he made our wedding highlight video within DAYS... it perfectly captured the moments we loved most about our special day. Our guests of the wedding and even friends who did not attend the wedding all said the video made them feel like they were there and made them both cry (happy tears) and laugh at the same time. We are so happy we had a videographer, but even more happy we had someone so easy to work with. I called him the day of to tell him that hair and makeup was running earlier than scheduled and he showed up early enough to catch the end of me getting ready with the makeup artist, he was so flexible!"

Christina S. -- September 19, 2017

"We were not planning on having a videographer at our wedding. However, my grandmother was ill and unable to make the wedding and requested a video. We found Best Made Video, talked a couple of times, and scheduled with Reid only a week before the wedding day. He was incredibly flexible and informative. We knew what we were getting, he knew what we wanted, he showed up the day of, and the day couldn't have gone any better. Like I said, we weren't thinking about having a videographer and now I don't know what I would've done without it! He did such an incredible (truly incredible) job of capturing our day! The edited video was amazing. It captured the feeling of our day perfectly! I am so beyond happy with how it turned out and now we can go back and watch it and relive our day over and over again! If you are a bride and you're on the fence about a videographer, or even think that you don't need it, trust me when I say it is WORTH IT. You won't be sorry!!"

Kat V. -- September 3, 2017

"The one thing I was told by many brides that they wish they had at their wedding was a videographer. I wasn't planning on getting one, but after thinking about it, having your special day captured on film is something that you can treasure for a lifetime. I found Best Made Videos with their wonderful and positive reviews and I was not disappointed when I booked them! Reid and Jeff were beyond professional, punctual, flexible and helped with so much more than just videotaping our wedding day. I got my video highlight back really fast and it was of amazing quality. I had to watch it over and over again just to relive that day and admire the stunning video itself. I can tell that Reid and his team are very passionate about videography and take their roles and jobs very seriously. I would highly HIGHLY recommend brides and grooms to get a videographer and to have Best Made Videos capture it. This will definitely be my little treasure from my wedding day."

Kaleena P. -- August 31, 2017

"My now-husband and I were sure we wanted a videographer to capture our wedding day but had no idea where to start. But within minutes of reaching out to Reid, we got a response back with all of our initial questions answered in full. We loved his work, his attitude, and his flexibility. Reid was consistently and constantly available during the entire planning process. He's an expert in what he does and it shows in our wedding video (that we received a mere 5 days later!!!) we are so glad we chose Reid to capture our day -- he was so easy going throughout the entire day, which we really appreciated in the hustle and bustle of our wedding day. He also got along great with all of our other vendors. If you're considering Reid for your wedding, act fast!"

Sally K. -- August 30, 2017

"Reid was an absolute dream come true! He helped us out incredibly last minute and I cannot say how happy I am we were able to work with him. He captured the most beautiful parts of our day and sent us our video remarkably fast. I honestly cannot talk this up enough, you will not regret booking with this company!"

Kayleigh M. -- August 28, 2017

"So attentive and thorough and really helped us capture the true essence of our big day. Very skilled videographer and would highly recommend Reid and his team for any event that you would like to relive over and over again. He made the entire wedding party and guests feel at ease."

Sasha M. -- August 26, 2017

"We found Reid (Best Made Videos) on Yelp. He was awesome to have as our videographer and worked well with all of our other vendors (photographer, DJ, officiant). My favorite thing about Best Made Videos are the upgrades they offer (we didn't opt for any), but it's nice to know you could have a drone or 4K video upgrade."

Alex V. -- August 26, 2017

"Reid was absolutely amazing to work with!!! He made videoing our special day, flawless! He is very personable and responds promptly to any and every question we had. He also got us our clip video within a week and our full wedding videos shortly after!! We HIGHLY recommend Reid for your videographer!!"

Erika W. -- August 23, 2017

"I feel so incredibly lucky that I was able to book Best Made Videos for my wedding! They are the total package - super easy to work with (I've never met anyone who responds as quickly), totally professional (I'm pretty camera shy but they made me feel so comfortable and I completely forgot they were even there), fast (they turned around our videos before we even returned from the honeymoon), talented (they captured every important moment perfectly), and provide the best value (other companies charge an arm and a leg and I can't believe how much we get for the prices they charge). I cannot thank Reid, Joe, and the team enough! Thank you for capturing our day so perfectly and ensuring we get to enjoy it all for years to come."

Rebecca C. -- August 20, 2017

"Working with Reid Johnson has been a pleasure. Efficient, thorough and professional, Reid was able to quickly and effectively approach my 3-location project creatively. Since this was a complicated shoot, it was important that our collaboration be seamless. Reid was able to quickly understand the goals of the project and put our clients at ease. We are excited about the end results. Reid did a great job in working with our schedule and multiple location shoot. He was very helpful in quickly and efficiently capturing the key images required for us to work with in post-production. We are happy and relieved to have found such a great resource in the PNW that can assist in filming and appreciate his flexibility and willingness to work with our clients and team to produce the best results. Thank you Best Made Videos and Reid for your help."

Tricia R. -- August 14, 2017

"Reid did an incredible job on our Business Kickstarter Video. He was extremely flexible on the timing of our shoot and very quick and efficient to make all the final edits of the video that we requested. I HIGHLY recommend Best Made Videos for the high quality filming, editing, and reasonable pricing. He arrived for us on a Saturday at 8am as we requested, and got straight to work! He was a pleasure to work with. We would 100% use Reid again in the future, for our future videos!"

Adam J. -- August 11, 2017

"We love it, thank you so so much! Loved the ending! Could not have been better."

"Reid was a pleasure to work with during the entire process; he was friendly, prompt, and thorough. We are unbelievably grateful for all of the amazing footage he captured. We were also amazed by how quickly he was able to put together such a beautiful video. I would definitely recommend Best Made Videos"

Ashleigh D. -- August 7, 2017

"Our wedding day was truly the single most amazing day of my life. I wish it never had to end but at least I have this amazing video to relive it over and over again.

Thank you Reid for making our fairytale wedding something we can enjoy and share for the rest of our lives."

"Reid was so amazing. He made a beautiful video of our wedding day that captured every part of our day. I would recommend him 100% and would choose him over and over again. He was great to work with leading up to the wedding and on the actual event. We had our video back so quickly with amazing quality."

Kelly P. -- July 21, 2017

"I would highly recommend this company to video record your wedding. They were dependable, efficient and gave us a really good price. The video they put together was gorgeous and I am looking forward to having it to watch for years to come! :)"

Caroline T. -- July 17, 2017

"Reid at Best Made Videos was so helpful throughout the whole wedding process! He worked wonderfully with our photographers and made the whole video process a breeze. Reid made sure to capture both the little funny moments and the big special moments. Our video turned out to be so unique and full of our personalities, we love watching it! The video was available to watch on our honeymoon and we are so thankful for that:)"

Michelle T. -- July 6, 2017

"I hired BMV to create two NON wedding videos, because I was so impressed by their reviews and because of the quality of Reid's responsiveness (immediate) and communications (transparent and concise). My mom, Elizabeth Elliott, is a poet and was in Seattle to give a poetry reading at the UW Bookstore, and BMV created a perfect video of that reading that is now on her website and will be such a gift to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren going forward. He also shot a video of her presenting a philosophy of choice, Equobenity, that she created, and he did a great job on that video as well. Making a video is a multi-part process and Reid excels in all the tasks that go into every step of the process, from communications ahead of time to the actual shooting (if you miss something, it's gone forever, and Reid doesn't miss a single thing) to the editing process afterwards. He's also clear about timing and invoicing and is speedy -- I've never seen such fast turnaround from any professional. At the UW Bookstore during the reading, he was incredibly unobtrusive -- we were never aware of him filming, yet there are all these shots of the audience and people greeting her and asking her to sign books etc. -- and we never felt there was someone lurking with a giant camera, even though the space was fairly intimate. BMV gets my highest recommendation. I'm hoping to have the chance to work with them again in the future!"

Elizabeth A. -- June 30, 2017

"Because a Debutante Ball is not as popular as weddings, it was hard to find a videographer that would fit our event. However, while searching the web one afternoon, we ran across Best Made Videos, and the first thing that stood out to us was their attractive website and portfolio. Their videography style is simple, beautiful, and polished. They make sure to include both the major focal points and small details of an event, and tie them together seamlessly. Another reason we enjoyed having Best Made Videos as one of our vendors is because it was so easy to communicate. Reid, the owner, will always get back to you very promptly. It was painless to set up meetings and coordinate with them. At the actual event, Matt & Joe were easy to communicate with and were creative with their video taking. Overall, we highly recommend Best Made Videos; their video quality, professionalism and attention to detail makes them a stand out videography vendor among many."

Shyla P. -- June 26, 2017

"I have been meaning to write this review for months but I knew it would be lengthy and I wasn't sure where to even start! Reid was simply amazing! He is a true professional and kept great communication throughout the whole process. He responded fast, was super affordable for his quality of work, met with us months in advance, followed up with us prior, showed up on time and was very organized. Our video was so beautifully done and we had it back within DAYS! We didn't have to wait weeks or months. We had our perfect wedding highlight video, full ceremony video, and extra footage within only a few days. The best part about working with Reid was who he is as a person though. He didn't feel like a vendor or someone just there to film our wedding, he felt like a friend or family member that was supposed to be there. I was nervous/awkward thinking about having a camera watch us while we were hanging out or getting ready but Reid made it easy to forget the camera was even there. After the wedding, I was chatting with a friend and telling her that she has to have Reid as her wedding videographer and she asked how I knew him. It was fun to let her know that I didn't know him prior but that he is just one of those people with such an easy going and comfortable personality that makes you feel like you know him. If you are reading this review and need a videographer, you've found him! Thank you so much Best Made Videos!"

Erica C. -- June 24, 2017

"Initially we were not going to hire a videographer for our wedding however after seeing the videos on Best Made Videos website we knew it would be mistake to not explore our options. After just talking to Reid via email we knew that he needed to be a part of our special day. Reid met and exceeded all of our expectations and was so much fun to work with! His professionalism was appreciated but his personal commentaries not only made our wedding video priceless but made us feel like he had been our friend for years. We will cherish this video for the rest of our lives, thank you so much Reid!!"

Katie D. -- June 23, 2017

"I would recommend Best Made Videos to anyone. They were a pleasure to work with. Very professional and fun!! The video came sooner then I expected from Reid and needless to say....it was AMAZING!!! The passion he has for videography comes through loud and clear."

Cristina K. -- June 20, 2017

"Best Made Videos does fantastic work. My wife and I have no regrets about getting videography for our wedding, and we're both extremely happy with went with Best Made Videos. Videography is great not only to relive the moments when you were there, but also to see what happened when you were out of the room.

First, Reid is incredibly responsive. I'm not sure when he sleeps, but he always responds to messages in a timely manner. He answers your questions, and responds to your concerns. He never dropped communication with us.

Second, Reid and his assistant were fantastic throughout the wedding day. They were always there if you looked for them, but they were never in the way. And yet, going back through the footage, they got everything. The video work and the sound quality are great. We've got speeches, shots of the guests, even the father of the bridge getting his groove on (while the bride and I were away taking pictures).

So now we come to value. Everyone knows if you're willing to pay, you can get the best. But value is what really drew us to BMV, because we didn't have a blank check for all the expenses. When you look at the Best Made Videos site, you don't see the cheapest videography out there. But Reid gives you everything you're going to want, up front. Look at the others and they want extra for speeches, extra for the ceremony, extra for time, etc. With Best Made Videos, we got speeches, ceremony, and our entire reception covered. AND a second shooter.

In addition, we had our highlight video delivered in 3 days. Our full video was delivered the 4th day, and came with all the raw footage. The only extra charges are for drone use and 4K. When we priced out everything we wanted that Best Made Videos includes, BMV came out to be the better value, plus it's the exact styling we wanted. There's just no better choice."

Dominick B. -- June 18, 2017

"What can I say.... great team, excellent work and amazing work ethic.
Whole team kept up their enthusiasm with our special day as if it was theirs.

Thank you so much for making our special day memorable. We will certainly recommend this company to all friends and family!"

Danijela L. -- June 18, 2017

"Reid did an awesome job! I used him to prepare a video of me presenting at the local PMI chapter, and he did great. Video was clean, and he was very easy to work with, get a hold of... I would highly recommend Reid. Worth every cent!"

Nicholas E. -- June 15, 2017

"What can we say.....
Great service, Great Team, Fantastic product!
We thank you for all your hard work especially fantastic attitude from not only you but the whole team."

Fedja L. -- June 14, 2017

"We were not originally planning on having a videographer. We didn’t put it in the initial budget or think it was necessary. But after talking with Reid and looking through his website (I think I literally watched every video on his blog in one afternoon), I had to have video. And I had to have Best Made Videos. Reid was so great to work with from beginning to end. He and his assistant Jeff worked so seamlessly with our photographers and they made an amazing team. I can’t believe how beautiful the video turned out - plus we got it only 3 days later! We have no regrets whatsoever of fitting it into the budget. It’s true what they say, the day really does go by in a blur, and having those moments captured in such an elegant and captivating way is priceless."

Brooke B. -- June 7, 2017

"They were so amazing to work with and so much fun!! Our event was from 8am till 10pm and they captured every moment of the day!! The video turned out amazing and we were so happy that we had went with their company!! I would definitely have them work with us again!! Thank you Reid and your team for making my wedding day so special and beautiful!!"

Steffanie B. -- June 1, 2017

"The video turned out better than I could ever imagine. It was beautiful!"
Mary E. -- June 1, 2017

"Reid is a true pro. He blends great technical skills and professionalism with a creative flare and big-time work ethic. To call him outstanding is an understatement of giant proportion. We needed him for a corporate video with a tight turn time - an absolute star."

Greg W. -- May 23, 2017

"We love Reid! He was great to work with from the first moment we met at the Seattle Wedding show. He was accommodating with our needs and professional at each step of the way. We love our videos and it was great to re-live the day over! One of the guests event commented that she did not know we had videographers at the wedding because they stayed out of the way. Yet they captured all the great moments! I would recommend Reid to anyone thinking of video for their wedding. Meet with him discuss your needs and watch the magic happen!"

Erin F. -- May 18, 2017

"Happened across Best Made Videos online and was impressed by the quality of their corporate videos, responsiveness, and pricing model. Now as we wrap up what I know to be the first of many corporate videos for ABODA Inc. with Reid, I'm grateful I made the choice to move forward with Best Made Videos. Reid was personable, easy going, professional and a clear subject matter expert on what it would take to get the shots that I was looking to get. My company set out to create a behind the scenes visual story of our corporate housing industry for an upcoming industry panel. With a super tight turnaround time (one week), Reid made it happen while making all of our colleagues comfortable during the shoot, was efficient, drove the entire process and even kept my initial goals in mind when editing the video and when reading through some of our edits we submitted. I recommend Best Made Videos for their professionalism, expertise, value and the great quality of videos they produce. Looking forward to working with them further!"

Jocelyn Q. -- May 2, 2017

"I'm so glad that my husband and I used Best Made Videos to capture our wedding day. Most of the wedding advice we received was to make sure we secured an amazing photographer and someone we trusted. We didn't think about a videographer much, and we didn't originally budget for one. A couple of months before our wedding, I woke up one day with one of those AHHH feelings, realizing that I really, really, really wanted to have professional video from our most special day. We found Reid and Best Made Videos. I loved how his videos didn't have this over the top "cheesy" feeling that a lot of companies do. Each video felt unique to the couple of their wedding experience. I knew that's what I wanted. Reid was so fast in responding to our messages, meeting up, and going over the details with us. He was also more affordable, which really helped us take the jump. We're both a little bit on the shy side, and on the day of our wedding, Reid just stepped into the most special moments of our lives seamlessly, as if he was a comfortable friend. Nothing felt staged or awkward as I imagined it would, and he truly captured us and our personalities and energy. I am so grateful that we decided to have video of our wedding, and that we used Best Made Videos. Of course the pictures are extremely important, but the wedding video is invaluable to us. We continue to watch it often, and it's really the perfect and only way to relive your day. It all goes by so fast, and the video will help you hold onto all of the little details, moments, and special memories in the most perfect way. Thank you so much, Reid!"

Amber J. -- April 24, 2017

"My employer contracted with Best Made Videos in April 2017 to film an employee recognition event. Our goals were to document the event for our current employees while creating video footage we can use in our recruiting and new employee orientation processes. We were looking for a videographer that could capture the spirit of the program and highlight the excitement, but do so without taking the spotlight away from the award winners. Reid and the crew did a terrific job! They were the perfect blend of friendly and engaging, while remaining inconspicuous and non-disruptive. We conducted a series of interviews with some of the winners at the end of the program, and Reid was instrumental in prepping them for the interview, and his patient and calm demeanor helped soothe their anxiety about being on-camera. And Reid proved to be capable and efficient with the technology behind the process, so the end result was impressive and exactly what we needed. I highly recommend Reid and his team for anyone who wants a true professional behind the cameras!"

Scott O. -- April 24, 2017

"Awesome time. Great, energetic and professional individual."

Jeramiah S. -- April 20, 2017

"Very professional and incredibly creative production from Reid! We were in need of a high quality video that captures what we do at our consulting firm and Reid delivered phenomenally. I would recommend him to anyone looking for detailed work and great collaboration."

Danny L. -- April 16, 2017

"Best Made Videos was one of the best vendor choices, aside from our wedding planner and DJ, that we made for our special day! They were extremely accommodating with our schedule, especially given that we had to travel to Seattle from out of town to meet with the vendors and check out the venue. Every time, without fail, Best Made Videos was available. The final product was unsurprisingly amazing - not only did they provide short- and long-form official wedding videos which were just wonderful, they also provided us with every single second of video shot from the entire day. Best Made Videos, true to its name, was nothing short of spectacular. Thank you all so much!"

Enoch C. -- March 27, 2017

"When Ron and I planned a last minute surprise wedding Reid was awesome to work with. He let him know upfront that we had a unique situation with our surprise wedding and a very sick child with cancer.. We wanted to make sure whatever video we got that it not only mirrored the love we felt, but offered a lot sentiment to both our children and all others who would see it. Reid went above and beyond with editing and giving us all the clips we wanted, He even did last minute edits upon request. The video turned out amazing and we will cherish it forever. It will give our young kids a forever memory. It also gave many of our friends a family a view of our wedding, which was awesome since we had a very small wedding party. Our 3 kiddos have already asked to watch it several times. Reid did a fabulous job at being sensitive to our needs and also giving us everything thing we asked for. The surprise wedding when off without a hitch and we have had the coolest comments about the video. Many people have adored it. Thank you Reid!"

Desiree A. -- March 17, 2017

"Stop your search. You've found him. Reid is the best in the business. Reid brings kindness, creativity, and professionalism to all his videos. We did not have one complaint about the entire process of working with Reid. He was very patient and accommodating and the final product is to die for. His prices are VERY reasonable for his talent level and attention to detail and he's someone who I would highly recommend every time."

Alex A. -- March 16, 2017

"Reid is unbelievably TALENTED. We have had nothing but wonderful compliments on our beautiful wedding video. There has not been a day that has gone by we have not watched our highlight video. We are absolutely speechless. We LOVE it! Best Made Videos - Reid produced an incredibly unique and special video highlighting our big special day. He went above and beyond and were so thankful for these long lasting memories that we can reflect on for years to come. We cannot recommend Reid HIGHLY enough!!!!"

Joana O. -- March 8, 2017

"Reid was extremely friendly, responsive and helpful. His prices are very fair and always responded immediately via text, email, or phone. He showed up early, worked extremely well with photographer and adapted well to any situation that popped up during the entire day. I would strongly recommend him to any engaged couple that are wanting to have a memorable video to relive one of the most beautiful moments of their lives."

Scott M. -- March 7, 2017

"I can’t say enough about Reid and his team. They were professional, timely and worked hard to capture our big day. Photos are nice, but videos really capture the moment like nothing else. Reid worked closely with our photographer, as a team, to document and make the most of our event. He was prompt, always upbeat, and always professional. We were stunned at how cool our trailer video came out and we were very happy with the final long-form video too. Not only is Reid and team strong at capturing scenes beautifully, they do a wonderful job producing hip and stylish end products. Don’t be cheap and get your uncle to film your wedding; Reid will produce something of lasting value that you can reflect on for years to come."

Victor S. -- February 28, 2017

"Best Made Videos shot and edited an office video for our Grand Opening Event. They were a pleasure and easy to work with throughout the whole process! Extremely professionally made video and we love it! Would recommend Best Made Videos."

Jennifer L. -- February 17, 2017

"Absolutely amazing! I reached out to several companies but Reid was more than responsive and flexible and made me feel really good about working with him and his company. I HIGHLY recommend them, they came prepared with ideas for great videos and had an incredible response time from day one. Stop looking for a videographer and just call/email Reid with Best Made Videos. You won't be disappointed!"

Andrea M. -- January 27, 2017

"Reid recorded our son’s bar mitzvah. The setting has lots of challenges around sound and light. Reid did a terrific job. He was easy to work with and we love the finished product."

Jennifer R. -- January 27, 2017

"Reid did an incredible job on our wedding videography. He was the most flexible, down-to-earth videographer we talked to when we were in the planning phase (and we talked to several!). It was so refreshing to have a real person who could actually craft a custom package to fit our unique scenario, rather than all the other videographers who had a sort of one-size-fits-all mindset. Reid was very professional in his communications and organization, and his attention to detail really put my mind at ease with the process. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, he was always proactive with detail planning and quick to respond to any questions or feedback that I had--and honestly, he was probably more on top of things than I was. On the day of the wedding, Reid and his assistant both looked sharp and fit right in and stayed totally cool and collected even in the midst of pre-wedding organized chaos. He teamed up with our photographer, too, to capture various moments in both mediums. Reid really demonstrated his artistic eye in finding perfect locations for capturing footage (like this really cool alley behind our venue where we ended up taking a bunch of awesome photos!). The finished product was completed very quickly, and was better than we could have ever asked for. The videos--both the highlight reel and the full film--captured perfectly the roller coaster of emotions of the day, the joy in the air, and the love that surrounded us. Watching them, I had to stop for a second and remember that this wasn't a movie I was watching--this really was my wedding, rendered picture-perfect under the artistic touch of Reid. In short: if you're looking for a videographer to go above and beyond in capturing your wedding day story, work with you to fit your needs perfectly, and work proactively to keep the whole process smooth, choose Best Made Videos."

Serena C. -- January 25, 2017

"Reid documented a big community event for our organization. He did a great job! The video was incredible and really showed our experience of the day. I really appreciated how respectful he was with our participants during the shoot. Reid was responsive and easy to work with. Somehow he was able to capture every important moment throughout our day, but he was never got in the way. We got a beautifully edited video within a few days to share with our volunteers and our sponsors, which really helped our fundraising efforts. We're so grateful we had Best Made Videos working with us."

Kam Y. -- January 23, 2017

"Where to start? Both families and friends are in awe about the whole set up. From getting ready to the ceremony to the reception then to the finale (Video highlight). Being the first couple in our family using a videographer, we're both excited to say we did it with the help of Reid Johnson. Reid, a very friendly and fun person to work with. Glad we chose you and your team to be a part of an important event in our lives. Best Made Video came through with what was promised. A highlight video, 2 DVDs, and raw videos of our wedding day. I highly recommend Reid as Videographer."

Rosaida L. -- January 16, 2017

"Terrific experience! Of all of the vendors that we interviewed and worked with, Reid was by far the fastest and most consistent responder - a huge advantage in the wedding planning process! I had finite amounts of time to plan my wedding throughout the work week, and Reid made quick decision making within those short stretches much easier. They entirely exceeded our expectations & delivered a video that we absolutely LOVE in record speed (one week after!!). They did a terrific job of capturing so many special moments and creating a beautiful narrative with them - it truly transports us right back to our wedding day each time we watch it."

Katelin V. -- January 15, 2017

"Thrilled with our video, the timeline, the quickness in response....all around excellent business and excellent art! Thank you Reid."

Megan M. -- January 4, 2017

"Throughout our 18 month long engagement I thought about so many details big and small and truthfully didn't think that I wanted a videographer. I had a wonderful photographer hired and I didn't feel the need to capture our wedding any other way; that was of course until about a week before the wedding. I had a moment of clarity and realized I couldn't not hire a videographer. All of a sudden I knew that this could potentially be my biggest regret of the wedding and I didn't want that, we are only doing this once and I really wanted to not have a regret as large as this one hanging over my head for years to come. I quickly started doing some research and asked around to people I knew that had just gotten married and used a videographer. One of the names that came up a few times was Best Made Videos, so I called, talked to Reid and asked the crazy question of "are you available in 8 days from now to shoot my wedding". Honestly, I was embarrassed to even ask and figured there was no way. He then said, "yeah I can make that work". I couldn't believe that this perfect stranger moved his busy schedule around to fulfill my (kind of crazy) request! I was thankful then and beyond thankful after receiving the final product. I was shocked by how responsive and professional Reid was! I am in business myself and it takes a lot to impress me, and I can't even tell you how impressed I was! We then got the highlight version within a couple of days and Reid was in contact the whole time and worked very hard to make it perfect. He captured us and our wedding day perfectly! I can say I was one of those brides that thought I could take or leave a videographer and I am SO happy that I had a change of heart! This is will be something that my husband, family and friends will enjoy for years to come! The day goes by so incredibly fast and we will always have this to remember the best day of our lives. If you are looking for a wedding videographer, look no further! Thanks for everything Best Made Videos!"

Briannah M. -- December 15, 2016

"Reid was an absolute pleasure to work with. Prior to the wedding he was accessible and more than happy to work with us as we ironed out details for the wedding. During our wedding Reid worked closely with our Photographer coming up with creative and unique photos and video footage. Because of this, Reid was able to produce a wedding video that not only do we love and cherish but our family and friends have commented on how much they love it as well and brings tears to their eyes every time they watch it. Reid even took time to help us make sure that we were able to embed the live stream of our wedding onto our wedding website so that our family and friends who live in different states and another country could watch and still be a part of our very special day. Reid is a courteous professional who is extremely talented. We can't recommend Reid enough if you are looking for a videographer who will be able to capture your special day."

Erin D. -- December 5, 2016

"It was a privilege to have Best Made Videos from Seattle as our Videographer for our Special day. I was emailed the links to our highlight & full video this morning. I couldn't wait to come home & share it with my husband. We were both blown away of the great work Reid put together for us!"

Rosaida L. -- November 29, 2016

"Best Made Videos was amazing and did a great job with our wedding. They replied to all our questions quickly and were very accommodating as our wedding included events all day."

Anthony C. -- November 28, 2016

"Highly recommend. Hired Reid and BMV for an event where the date and venue kept changing. Very responsive and professional once it finally took place. Would use them again without hesitation."

Todd O. -- November 16, 2016

"I am so happy I decided to book Best Made Videos! Reid was so great to work with. I was so torn about hiring a wedding videographer, I couldn't decide if that was something I wanted to do. Then a few months before the wedding I decided to go for it and I found Reid and he (thankfully) was not yet booked for my wedding date. I can't tell you how glad I am that I decided to have a videographer. It is so amazing to be able to watch a video of your wedding day. It gives you something that pictures can't. And Reid made us such a beautiful wedding video that I love watching it over and over again. If you are thinking about booking a videographer... trust me, you will be so happy you did and you can't go wrong with Reid of Best Made Videos."

Alexis B. -- November 14, 2016

"Couldn't recommend him more!!!! Reid is such a pleasure to work with! After getting quotes form a number of videographers, he was the most reasonable and transparent about price. During filming, he was patient and encouraging and he ended up giving us a great video! During the entire process he was extremely timely and professional making it a very pleasant experience."

Jenna B. -- November 10, 2016

"Spectacular quality & service. We can't say enough good things about our experience!"

Michelle T. -- November 6, 2016

"In the beginning of our planning process for our wedding, we foolishly believed we did not need a videographer. I am so glad that mindset changed in time for us to find Reid of Best Made Videos. The theme for our wedding was "Halloween", and for a wedding with such a unique and awesome theme you need to have an equally unique and awesome videographer. Reid's style and way of editing is perfect. Shooting with him was fun and he worked alongside our photographer so well. His wife assisted him for our wedding day and she was an absolute delight to have for all the confidence-boosting! Reid gets your footage to you within 72 hours, which is so fantastic because I couldn't wait to see it! Everyone loved watching the video once it was finished, it was an absolute hit! I cannot thank Reid and his wife enough for being a huge part of our wedding day. If you are searching for a videographer, Best Made Videos is the videographer you want and need for your wedding!"

RaKayla V. -- November 3, 2016

"Reid was absolutely amazing! From the beginning he was very responsive and helpful and on the day of he was prompt, friendly and professional. And we absolutely love our wedding video! It is perfect and he captured everything so well. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for a great wedding videographer."

Patricia M. -- October 26, 2016

"Worked with him on two videos (workshop and event) and he did a great job for both. He's easy to get a hold of and there was a short turn around time for the videos. Would be happy to hire him again!"

Leah M. -- October 25, 2016

"Ever since I saw a wedding video over 15 years ago, I knew the day I got married, I wanted to have a wedding video of my own. Being on a budget, I knew this was an extra expense, but was something that I was not willing to part with. I researched videographers and found Best Made Videos which turned out to be one of the best decisions for my wedding day. From the initial communication with Reid, I could tell he was passionate about his business and his customers. He was super responsive, very organized and flexible with setting up an initial meeting. Although Reid could not film at my wedding, his business partner Joe was assigned my wedding. When I met Reid and Joe I knew this would be a great fit! Reid was awesome to work with through the planning and communication process including being patient with me not knowing logistics up until a few days before the wedding. Joe and his assistant Matt arrived on time to the house where the bridesmaids were getting ready and were friendly, easy to work with and very helpful. When their filming was done, off they went to the venue. When I arrived at the venue to change, Joe took charge and was a HUGE help in logistics (ie getting groomsmen out of bridal party suite so I could change, ensuring that no one saw me, organizing myself and my maid-of-honor to make my way to our first look, etc.) Overall, Joe was amazing in making sure that all went smoothly while the photographer was setting up and my day of coordinator was setting up the ceremony/reception area. Throughout my wedding day, Joe and Matt were present when I needed them to be and available for questions, but also stayed behind the scenes so as not to disrupt any of the guests. Joe checked in with me before he left and I couldn't have thanked him more for assisting throughout the day. The week following the wedding, Reid was ready to put the video footage together, but had to wait because we had not chosen our songs yet. Reid was very patient while waiting to hear from us. We did get him our song choices at the end of the week and by Sunday night we had a trailer and a long video! They both were AMAZING! Reid did such a great job in such little time to get our wedding video in our hands. I've heard horror stories from friends about their wedding video taking forever so I was so excited when my video was turned around in a matter of days! I would highly recommend BEST MADE VIDEOS to film your wedding as Reid and his staff are great and the work Reid puts together is beyond what I ever could have expected. A huge thank you to Reid, Joe & Matt!"

Julie S. -- October 16, 2016

"Epic!! Best Made Videos lived up to their name! Did amazing work. Took my abstract idea and turned it into reality. Arrived early, stayed late and went above and beyond! I will use them again in the future!"

Wayne S. -- October 14, 2016

"Reid and his partner did an awesome job for recording our wedding!! Will recommend them to friends who are getting married soon."

Lori T. -- October 7, 2016

"We were so happy with our trailer and full video that Reid made for us. Having a videographer was really important for me for our wedding, but in looking around, it seemed the cost for what you were provided was just not feasible. Until I saw Reid's site. He goes above and beyond for his couples and his turn around is SO FAST! We loved watching our trailer on our honeymoon, and saved our full length film until we got back so that we could watch it with family and friends. I loved every minute of watching it, and getting to see moments of the day that I never saw on the actual day. It was so special, and I would recommend any couple to Best Made Videos!"

Kim A. -- October 7, 2016

"Very satisfied with the service. Outstanding."

Ronald F. -- October 6, 2016

"Reid was great...he was fun to have to share the wedding day with and we are thrilled with our video!"

Erica C. -- September 25, 2016

"We used Best Made Videos for a customer testimonial and both the video and experience was wonderful. I would definitely recommend their services."

Jackie L. -- September 23, 2016

"True to it's name, Best Made Videos are truly the BEST! I worked with them as another vendor during a wedding and was so impressed by the professionalism on set and even MORE impressed when I saw the video. They know how to capture all of the special little moments of your big day and put it into the most magical video you will want to watch over and over again! Seriously, don't think twice about hiring them! You will NOT regret it :)"

Kayla B. -- September 20, 2016

"Oh my goodness!! That was so good!!! Jesus and I love it!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭"

"Reid was awesome! He was very professional, fun and created such a beautiful video for us! It took him two days and it was amazing! The video had everyone crying and I can't stop watching it!"

Erika S. -- September 11, 2016

"Could not have asked for a better company to work with in producing our August outdoor wedding video. From Reid's rapid responsiveness to the initial inquiry to the "Just checking in!" messages, to our excellent communication with Joe, our day-of videographer; Best Made Videos provides 110% fantastic customer service. The background music selection is stellar and the overall turn around on the video and footage is no joke, lightning fast. The quality and care put into the video is utterly beyond anything that I could've ever imagined and am proud to show our wedding video off to any and everyone who'll watch.

We would hire Best Made Videos (Reid and his crew) again in a heartbeat. I highly, highly recommend. Thank You guys SO incredibly much!!"

Brittni S. -- September 5, 2016

"Such an amazing job. So worth it to have videographer... Very helpful and patient. Weddings never goes as planned, but it all worked out! They helped me enjoy my wedding and not to worry. Great people to work with! Not only did they focus on us but also my family was a big part in my wedding and they were able to get that!!! Thank you so much Reid, Joe and their team! You guys are awesome!!! Best Made Videos 2 thumbs up!"

Nicole Y. -- September 4, 2016

"When talking to all of my friends and family the one thing they all wished they could have done was have a professional video taken for their wedding. We took their advice and we are certainly glad we did. After a recommendation from a friend and watching many past wedding videos shot by Best Made Videos, we knew we wanted to book them for our wedding. Reid was incredible to work with. He gave little direction, but wanted us to feel comfortable in front of the camera, focus on enjoying every moment of our day, and to just be ourselves. He was also very flexible when working in small crowded places and coordinated well with our Photographer to make sure the best moments were captured. One of the greatest parts was the turn-around time. Reid had the full video of our wedding completed within 4 days giving us an opportunity to watch it on our honeymoon and share it with those who were unable to attend. It was such a treat! I would recommend Best Made Videos to anyone looking to capture their special life moments. Best Made Videos was one of the best investments we made for our wedding day!"

Michelle S. -- September 3, 2016

"The video was everything I was wanting."

Jessica A. -- August 29, 2016

"Thank you so much for your amazing services. You guys have definitely exceeded our expectations. My husband and I are from Texas and we hired Joe to shoot our second reception in Portland, OR. Reid was prompt to reply to all our emails and have made the communication experience seamless for us. Joe drove all the way from Seattle to Portland to make it happen for us. He arrived on time and was ready to shoot. He was very calm and worked super hard to capture every moment. I'm also a wedding vendor is Dallas, Texas and I would have to say, "Best Made Videos" has been one of my favorite vendor that I had a chance to work with in the Pacific Northwest. Thank you again for everything!"

Bebe T. -- August 17, 2016

"Reid and Best Made Videos were amazing!! I absolutely could not have been happier with how the video turned out! Reid was very professional and helpful throughout the whole wedding. He got some wonderful footage and the video was put together perfectly! The turnaround time was very quick as well which was awesome because every bride wants to see her wedding as quickly as possible! I would hire Reid and Best Made Videos again in a heartbeat! Thank you so much for everything!"

Melinda H. -- August 16, 2016

"We were absolutely thrilled with our wedding day video by Best Made Videos! If you are even remotely on the fence of adding a videographer to your budget, please make sure that you prioritize it! Our video beautifully captured our special day, from the small moments to the big ones. We were so impressed with the skill and quality of the video, and the videographer was a delight to work with. He was skilled, calm, and approachable. He worked extremely well with our photographer to capture our day. Having this day in video was absolutely priceless. We were able to share it with our friends and loved ones that were not able to attend the wedding and it meant the world to them. They were able to see our wedding as a guest would. Also, for ourselves, it was such a gift to re-live that day. Our wedding day went by so fast, and was a blur of moments and experiences. By having the video, we were able to re-live moments that we may have forgotten, or notice details that we hadn't on the day of the wedding. My wife especially appreciated seeing the ceremony procession. Since she was last in the procession, she was not able to see the bridal party walk down the aisle (including the adorable ring bearers and flower girl). We both really enjoyed getting to see the 'perspective' of the other side! Please make sure that you have a videographer on your wedding day, and please make sure it is Best Made Videos. You will be so glad you did!"

Mike T. -- August 9, 2016

"Reid is one classy, hard working Creative. He's the best in my book (I've been a wedding professional for 22 years). He's Fast, Concise -- did I mention Creative? He's the only one I think of...."

Tyrone H. -- August 5, 2016

"Reid was awesome to work with. We hired him for an event the same day - he responded quickly, arrived early and provided us with all of the shots and testimonials we needed. He had the draft video in our hands within 24 hours of shooting our event (a networking reception) and he was incredibly receptive to our changes and feedback (there wasn't much to change, just little tweaks). I would definitely hire Reid and Best Made Videos again."

Mattie B. -- July 26, 2016

"Reid and Joe were great! They introduced themselves to everyone and were really easy to work with. We received our videos much faster than anticipated. And when we were having an issue downloading it, it was really easy to get in touch with him and he responded very quickly. Highly recommend!!"

Yana D. -- July 25, 2016

"We could not have asked for anything better. He is phenomenal! My husband and I were blown away by his stellar work and fun but professional presence. He works well with families and helped the large group moments go smoothly. Reid is on top of his game. He knew exactly what we wanted even before we did. I can not stop singing his praise."

Annabrodea M. -- June 26, 2016

"Easy to book and provided an amazing / professional product! Highly recommended!"

Lennard H. -- June 25, 2016

"We love our video! Joe did a great job of capturing the best parts of the day without being at all intrusive. Would definitely use them again (for another occasion, of course)."

Zane M. -- June 24, 2016

"Reid and Jeff were amazing! He arrived early to our hotel on our wedding day and went right to work among all the chaos. Our entire wedding day-photos-ceremony-first look- ect was all planned outside. Of course, there was rain, hail, power outages, and everything else you could imagine. Reid and his crew went along with all the changes and adapted in every situation! Reid went over the top in every aspect, and even let me hide under his umbrella when I was in my wedding dress in the pouring rain. I would recommend Best Made Videos for any occasion!"

Elizabeth F. -- June 23, 2016

"Reid is professional, was prepared and over delivered."

Vito M. -- June 16, 2016

"Reid really helped us out with a last minute request to film our wedding ceremony. He showed up on time, organized what he needed and made a wonderful video. He's professional and pleasant to work with and his video is really wonderful quality. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Reid and Best Made Videos to anyone who needs a professional and talented videographer. Reid was very responsive with very short notice. Best Made Videos has now left us with a lifetime of memories in a very professionally developed video of our wedding. We would highly recommend Reid to anyone looking for a good experience in capturing a special moment on video. Not only was the whole experience great but Reid is one of those people who shows up and just gets on with what is needed. A winning combination of talent, professional and a good person to work with. Thank you so much for our video!"

Dickon K. -- June 16, 2016

"We love our video produced by Best Made Videos. They have been so accommodating, personable and easy to work with. The best part of our video is that they were able to record music provided at the wedding as the background music for our video. Thank you so much for all your hard work Reid and Jeff."

Amir + Jasmina -- June 8, 2016

"Reid and Jeff were so easy to work with and made us such an amazing wedding video! He is very responsive and professional. Five stars well deserved. He was so good at capturing all the important shots at the wedding. Not to mention, he was so professional and made everything on the day of the wedding so easy. I would absolutely hire Reid again and again. We hired Best Made Videos based off of reviews, and I am so glad we did. One of our best wedding decisions!!"

Shaun B. -- June 8, 2016

"Reid and Best Made Videos did a wonderful job covering our event! Reid is friendly, easy to work with, extremely responsive, professional, and timely. A few months ago, we needed a videographer at the last minute and Reid came to the rescue. Not only did he accommodate our last minute request, but also provided a high quality product that our business will use for years to come. When we needed a videographer again a few months later, the choice was simple - Best Made Videos. Reid produced another great video for us. A second time, we were very impressed with the quick turn around time on the video, yet it was still very apparent how thoughtfully Reid had laid out our story when piecing together the final product. He captured not only our event, but the spirit of our company. I highly recommend Reid and Best Made Videos and look forward to working with him again in the future."

Megan D. -- May 23, 2016

"Reid recently recorded my dad and mom's memorial service in Shelton, where we sent their ashes off together into the Puget Sound - so you see he doesn't limit himself to weddings only. He was very responsive, on time, professional and skilled. He responded to our emails extremely quickly and accommodated the editing requests we had. Very nice to work with and produced a meaningful video that we are now able to share with friends and family members who weren't able to be with us. Would definitely recommend."

Lori V. -- May 19, 2016

"I think I speak for everyone when I say that you acted very professional in a very unstructured environment. Thanks for making giving feedback comfortable and rolling with our changes. I think we have the product we were looking for."

Marie K. -- May 19, 2016

"Collaborating with Reid to produce my music video was a godsend. To say he's the consummate professional would not be an overstatement. From the planning to the actual shoot through to the editing, Reid's talent for his craft was on display. I was especially impressed with Reid's creativity from a directorial standpoint. I'm very pleased with the product he produced for me. And I'd gladly use his services again!"

Rick M. -- May 17, 2016

"Reid made our Sorority Recruitment Video, and it was absolutely fantastic! He was fun and easy to work with, and had our video completed in a matter of days. I was very impressed, especially since this was our first time creating a Recruitment Video. Couldn't be happier with the experience!"

Ali A. -- May 11, 2016

"Amazing! He saved me at the last minute when are usual videographer backed out of our fashion show. He was great, super easy to work with and very professional. We received the highlight video right away. We loved him I would totally recommend him to anyone. We will definitely be using him again."

Kylie H. -- April 28, 2016

"We hired Reid to help us with some videos of our product line in use. He was highly professional. He was very communicative during our planning phase, responding to email promptly and accommodating our difficult scheduling needs. The shoot went smoothly and the final products looked great. We had a full-day shoot with him and got 10 videos ranging from a couple minutes to 10 minutes long each and he got us the finished files 2 days after the shoot! We definitely recommend him."
Jen R. -- April 21, 2016

"I recently shot two content marketing videos with Reid and Best Made Videos for a medical technology startup in Redmond, WA. It was a pleasurable experience; Reid was professional and prompt, had great ideas for interviews and b-roll shoots, and also did an awesome job editing the videos. The client was extremely happy, as was I as the producer/talent. I look forward to working with Reid and Best Made Videos again for other content marketing video projects and I heartily recommend him for any video work you may need."
Renay M. -- April 20, 2016

"Reid knows his stuff. First thing I noticed about him during our first chat is that he's a listener - essentially he's there to service you and not shove a product or service down your throat.
He worked with me getting to a rate that I was comfortable with.
On the day of the ceremony, he arrived, right on time, got set up and was pretty inconspicuous for the rest of the time except for some specific directions.
We got our videos about 3 days after the ceremony, complete with all the raw footage.
His work is AMAZING, very well put together and professionally done. It definitely captured the essence of the day including all the silly moments when you thought no one was watching. We crack up and smile every time watching our wedding videos.
Definitely recommended."
Danjuma M. -- April 16, 2016

"Reid did a nice job with our corporate product videos. He was very easy to work with and turned around the finished videos extremely quickly."
Hannah H. -- April 11, 2016

"Reid is very good at making small business videos. If you are a small business owner and looking for a promo video I would recommend best made videos. He was efficient and gave me a fair price for the video he did and did a good job. The video is currently on my website and working great!"
John T. -- March 20, 2016

"Reid was creative, patient and fast! Our team enjoyed collaborating before the shoot and filming day he was relaxed and a delight to work with. Our videos turned out great, we look forward to showcasing them at Expos."
Amanda W. -- March 11, 2016

"Reid did a great job. He responded to all my emails quickly and showed up at our event on time. I had the video files waiting for my in my inbox early the next morning. He made it very easy."
Britt M -- March 6, 2016

."Reid is excellent to work with. We've now worked on two different product demo/instructional videos together and it's been a pleasure both times. Looking forward to working with him again in the near future!"
Karl F -- March 3, 2016

"Reid traveled to Oaxaca to film our wedding. He is professional, personable, easy going, and truly seems to enjoy his work, which is awesome! He didn't speak much Spanish, but it wasn't a problem at all. He collaborated well with our Spanish speaking-photographer and the rest of our wedding team. Reid took the time to ask us what it is we wanted to make sure was captured in our video, but we really didn't know, so we did not give him much to go on, but Reid took it in stride and produced an incredibly unique and special final product. He went above and beyond our expectations. He recorded original music and captured some of the most beautiful shots of Oaxaca we had ever seen! Everyone who has seen the final video has complimented the quality of the videography and the amazing editing. I cannot recommend Reid highly enough."
Rory C. -- January 30, 2016

"Reid did a wonderful job on our project video. He was very reliable and fast. So excited about our kickstarter project. Thank you so much!"
Mildred S.-- January 25, 2016

"I manage a classic rock band and hired Reid to provide a two man camera crew to video a show at the museum of flight. His rates were reasonable. The crew showed up exactly as agreed. They stayed focused on getting the show taped. I came away with hours of high quality video including cinematic stuff. Friendly, cooperative, professional. I will definitely hire him again."
Daniel M. -- January 19, 2016

"Reid is truly one of the best when it comes to editing and producing a video. He's professional, on time, and a pleasure to work with!"
Maureen F. -- December 19, 2015

"It was a good experience to work with Reid. He was professional, easy to communicate with, punctual and produced a high quality video of an my organization's annual meeting.

We will use Best Made Videos again."
Bev O --. December 19. 2015

"I hired Reid to go to a client's home to film a testimonial. The communication was excellent,the project was completed quickly and exactly as specified, and the client was pleased with the experience. Very good work!"
Nancy S -- December 18, 2015

"Reid and Best Made Videos are phenomenal! We needed a videographer in very short notice for the launching of a new tugboat which was a monumental occasion for our family-owned business. We had dropped the ball and hadn't adequately planned ahead but Reid was able to accommodate our quick timeline. With only a few hours notice the night before, he arrived to our early morning event ahead of schedule to scope out the venue. He was extremely easy to work with and took a creative yet substantive video. He edited the film quickly so we could share with employees and customers right away -- and they all love it! He crafted the final cut together artfully and we've gotten so many great reviews. We will definitely be recommending Reid and Best Made Videos and will be keeping them in mind for future projects at our company!"
Meghan D. -- December 16, 2015

"Reid did a good job. Communicative, professional. The video was well lit and composed. Would work with again."
Sabin S -- December 15, 2015

"Reid was selected to film me doing an interview for writers, so this was not the typical wedding videography. He had all his gear ready, chose a good lighting set up in my house, was friendly to my daughter and dog, and very patient -- he encouraged me to be natural (even let me start three times - once on my request, once so I could move the whimpering dog downstairs -- third time is a charm!) Quick turn-around (same day) and professional, courteous, kind. I'd hire him again. Can't wait to see the finished product."
Courtenay S -- December 11, 2015

"Reid recorded an interview with a yoga teacher and some b-roll footage for us.
He was really professional, was able to work on a very short notice, used amazing equipment and got back to use very quickly with amazing result."
Karolis G. -- December 10, 2015

"My company wanted to hire a videographer to record an interview from one of our main customers, so that we could show our employees what our services mean to our customers. Reid was so accommodating and made the whole process flow smoothly. He worked with our schedule, worked with our budget, and made sure he understood the exact needs of our company. He was extremely professional and great to work with.

He filmed the interview and provided us with the clean footage in the same day! I wasn't expecting that at all! I thought it would take a few days, not such a short time. I'm amazed! We will definitely use Reid in any future videos my company may need.

Thank you Reid, for easing our pain in what could have been a complicated and stressful event!"
Anna O. -- December 8, 2015

"He did an amazing job with everything. Responding quickly the day of he did everything he could do to help and then some. He was the perfect guy for the job. Plus we got the video 3 days after the the wedding. I recommend him you won't be disappointed."
Sydney D. -- DECEMBER 7, 2015

"Reid is very good at what he does! He was extremely accommodating and edited the film faster than any one expected. It turned out great! Reid had great ideas as we were shooting and was patient with us because we were a little shy around the camera. His ideas went a long way. We aren't familiar with photography and Reid set us up to make the best film we could. Thanks Reid!"
Zach C -- December 2, 2015

"Reid did a good job. Communicative, professional. The video was well lit and composed. Would work with again."
Sabin S -- December 15, 2015

Thank you Reid, for easing our pain in what could have been a complicated and stressful event!"
Anna O. -- December 8, 2015

"If you are looking for an amazing wedding video you must hire Reid and Best Made Videos. Reid helped make our special day that much more special and gave us wonderful memories we will hold for a life time. He was very professional and a lot of fun to work with. He quickly got our video to us and made the whole process a breeze. We will hire Reid again for any videos we may need!!!"
Mallory Y -- December 1, 2015

"Fantastic!!! Reid was fun and easy to work with, and made our video exactly how we wanted it!"
Brittany S -- December 1, 2015

"He was super nice, helpful and responded super fast! He was so funny and was never in the way with bulky camera or getting in the way of people dancing. I love that we chose him!!! We had to really talk it out because we were kinda low on cash but I'm so happy we went for it!!! The video quality is amazing. He was there from the beginning to the end. Love his work so so so much!!! And he got it done so quick. I got married in November and he had it done and was sending it to me two days after!! Amazing! My mom's video took like 6 months to a year because the quality and everything went wrong. But Best Made Videos really are the best!!!"
Jessica G -- November 27, 2015

"Reid is really professional and I highly recommend working with him. He is quick to respond and very prepared. 5 stars!"
Amber A -- November 20, 2015

"I can't express enough how perfect Reid Johnson (Best Made Videos) was for me (us)! Right from the beginning his responses to me were immediate. There are so many vendors we paid upfront and then getting responses from there were hard once they got their money! Well not Reid Johnson. He was amazing, professional and quick to respond. The day of the wedding went smoothly. He was easy going, fun and professional. Listening to anything I wanted, fun to be around, helpful and full of great ideas. He was easy to get along with and he got along well with all the other vendors. I highly recommend him for any video needs you may have. He was like having another friend around on your special day, but one with amazing talent. Oh and his turnaround time for your product is quick and amazing! You'll be sorry to pick another company but Best Made Videos!"
Shellie C -- November 17, 2015

"Reid called me, I explained the project to him and we were able to schedule time to film the following weekend. My idea was fairly simple, but Reid was able to film/edit and send me the final, high quality video within 48 hours. Excellent to work with, and really understood my project needs. Would highly recommend for any sort of video project in the future! Best Made Videos is truly the best."
Anand L. -- November 16, 2015

"Reid was very professional and patient as our project (a three minute short and psa) evolved. He managed expectations well, was personable and added value throughout the project. I'd recommend him to anyone seeking a skilled videographer and editor."
Stephan B -- November 15, 2015

"Reid is fast and very professional. We were very happy with the results of our video that he shot for us for our Kickstarter project."
Bob C. -- November 14, 2015

Our wedding video was amazing! Your turnaround time was unbelievable, i know some brides have to wait months for their video, our was ready the very next day. The quality of the video was excellent. This was such a great investment and I would recommend videographer Reid to any bride who wants her wedding memories captured professional on video at an excellent price. Thank you Reid!
Lourdes B. -- November 6, 2015

From planning to shooting and editing, video production can get complex. Reid and company just blast through all of this, streamlining the activity and delivering a really superb final result. It was easy, fun, and I really enjoy the video that he produced. "Best Made Videos" is an entirely appropriate name for the company.
Bob F -- November 5, 2015

Reid is a total pro, and he delivered everything that i could have wanted and more. He pulled together a terrific crew on short notice, and the footage looks terrific. Plus he's a good guy, easy to work with, and almost frighteningly tall. What more could you want?
Nick D -- November 1, 2015

We've used Best Made Videos for a four-minute event highlight video and for a two-minute promotional video, and we couldn't be happier with the product! incredibly responsive and professional. We will definitely call best made videos the next time we need a videographer.
Chad A. -- October 29, 2015

"Amazing. Friendly service. Flexible to our needs. Editing time was the fastest I've encountered. Reid was able to capture the exact energy we wanted for each of our videos. His pricing was fair as was his payment structure. Will definitely go back to him for more.
Amir B -- October 28, 2015

"Reid is awesome! My husband and I used his videography services for our wedding and are thrilled with how the videos turned out. Even in the wind and rain we had that day, Reid was dedicated to capturing our big day and he did a wonderful job. He is clearly passionate about his work. Highly recommend!!"
Erin s. -- October 27, 2015

"If you are looking for a wedding videographer in Seattle, look no further. Reid was flexible, professional, and attentive the day of our event. He captured all the amazing moments of our wedding day. using that amazing footage, he was able to craft a perfect wedding video that we will cherish for a long time. Not only was the final product great, but Reid was very responsive via email and phone. He always responded within hours of reaching out, if not minutes. We highly recommend Best Made Videos."
Christopher P. -- October 25, 2015

"Very responsive, flexible, and calm through a hectic day. The wedding was mostly not spoken in English, so all the ceremony must be challenging. Nothing ran as smooth or as scheduled, but Reid worked with the flow."
Sarin T. -- October 22, 2015

"I am a pro videographer based in San Diego, and have a client in Cleveland, OH, who hired me a year ago to project manage, produce and edit dozens of Dr. Interviews around the country for them. I've hired about 20 videographers in the past year to film and direct interviews all over the country, and Reid handled two in the Seattle area for me, and did an outstanding job. In addition to bringing all the necessary filming equipment and filming the event, he had to ask the Dr.'s the questions and make sure they answered them well, so that I would have what I needed to edit a great pr/marketing video for the Dr.s. Reid handled all parts of the shoots professionally and delivered exactly the footage I was wanting. I will hire him again."
Louis S. -- October 17, 2015

"Reid was very easy to work with, very responsive to all of my questions, happy to help on the day of, and overall provided my husband and I with remarkable service and created a beautiful product. We are so happy that we decided to hire Reid, and I would recommend his services to anyone looking for an even videographer."
Nicole W – September 21, 2015

"Reid did an amazing job filming our wedding and creating a lovely wedding video. He made a point of communicating with me pre and post wedding, which I appreciated. He's talented, fun, and laid back in his approach. He will only add to your big day!"
Berti B. – September 19, 2015

"Reid contacted me within minutes of submitting my proposal for an Indiegogo crowdfunding video. His price was well below my budget and his work was exceptional!"
Reed H – September 18, 2015

"I thoroughly enjoyed working with Reid. It took little or no time for him to understand the vision of what I wanted for the video. He is very easy to communicate with and coordinate schedules with. He always showed up on time and met every deadline he promised. The video turned out perfectly. He messaged me for a few editing approvals and the final video was done far sooner than I expected. I would definitely recommend Reid for any type of videography needs you have."
Yasmin S. – September 15, 2015

"Reid was amazing. He was so easy going and a pleasure to be around. Our wedding day was extremely stressful with obstacles left and right and he made it better. He was able to capture so many moments that I wanted and I didn't even have to ask. He knows what he's doing. I was so impressed with the video and turn around time. We were married on Saturday and received our video the following Wednesday! I will use him for any future events and recommend him to everyone."
Samantha P. – September 14, 2015

"We enjoyed working with Reid on our big day!
He has been very responsive and patient throughout the communication process. And we liked the video he made for our wedding. We were very impressed with the super fast turn-around speed. It took him less than a week to edit everything.
Definitely would recommend him to a friend. Thank you Reid!"
Catherine C. -- September 12, 2015

"Reid was awesome to work with. He was incredibly fast at responding to e-mails, has a very creative approach and a great personality to work with. We are very happy that we chose him to be our videographer."
Bonnie B -- September 8, 2015

"Had the best experience working with Reid for our wedding and we absolutely love the video we received while still on our honeymoon. I found Reid through thumbtack.com when I decided I wanted a wedding video at the last minute. He made himself available around other commitments and within our budget. I love that we have an amazing video I have already watched over and over again, and I am so happy that Reid was a big part of making that happen. Thank you Reid & Best Made Video, for everything!"
Emily B. -- September 4, 2015

"Reid provided a very good service and was very flexible when changes came up. The communication was easy and the project happened as we expected. I recommend to anyone looking for good filming in the Seattle area."
Lucas R -- September 2, 2015

"Reid is a very professional videographer that I thoroughly enjoyed working with. Mine was an indian wedding which required multiple event coverage and Reid did an exceptional job! indian weddings tend to be long and I was impressed how Reid captured everything and created a truly excellent and concise video showing all the important ceremonies that we would actually watch. other than his great work, I like how he was always punctual and very approachable. I would recommend everyone who is reading this to hire him for your event and you won't regret it :)"
Mansi S -- August 28, 2015

"Great job! our client was very happy with Reid's customer service and professionalism. He got what us what we needed.. quickly and efficiently! highly recommended."
Victoria A -- August 26, 2015

"We hired Reid to film our wedding and he did an incredible job! he was so easy to work with, friendly, professional, and quick! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to capture their special day!"
Miquela S -- August 18, 2015

"So far, so good. He was very prompt at calling me back and has addressed all of my needs, questions and concerns. His price is very reasonable too. I am happy so far!"
Arlene P -- August 14, 2015

"OMG . . . We absolutely loved Reid!! he did an amazing job!! it was like it was a movie from hollywood!! first of all he was affordable! he was so fun to work with!! he gave us our video 2 days after our wedding!! we are keeping in touch with him so he can do other family events!! best ever!!!!"
Sarah L -- August 10, 2015

"Reid did an amazing job capturing the magic of our wedding day! he went above and beyond and finished our highlight videos the next day before going on vacation so that we wouldn't have to wait for our videos! we will be recommending him to all our family and friends in the future!"
Hien N -- August 8, 2015

"We are so happy that we made the decision to hire Reid to film our wedding! he put together an amazing video for in 24 hours from the end of our wedding day! it captures the day beautifully. He gave us 2 versions, a 5 min version, and a 25 min version with extended ceremony and full speeches. a month before our wedding we decided we wanted a video of our wedding ceremony. We used thumbtack to find someone. Reid replied quickly and with a quote in our budget. We met with him right away. Reid was professional at our meeting and on our wedding day. He arrived on time was with us from pre ceremony photos through the end of the evening. Thank you Reid!"
Carolyn D -- August 6, 2015

"Reid was more than just outstanding!!! At first, I was not thinking of hiring a videographer for our wedding, but glad I did! we cannot thank him enough for his professionalism. He responds very quickly to all of our emails/questions/requests. We even got to view our video while we were on our honeymoon and it was amazing!
He exceeded our expectations & did a video of us that has a story as he captured every special moments. even a four year old little boy, one of my bridesmaid's son, could not stop watching it!
We love you Reid and wish you more success in your career. We really do appreciate everything you have done for us. I don't normally do public reviews, but you deserve it!"
Lovelyn C -- July 30, 2015

"The day went smoothly with Reid. He was very courteous and polite and worked very hard to get the shots even lugging his equipment all up and down the steep hill! The turnaround on our video was amazing! two days later and we had everything and it was beautiful! We will definitely recommend him to friends and use him again if we ever need a videographer."
Kyle M. -- July 28, 2015

"I was looking for a videographer to film a client testimonial and knew I couldn't be on site due to the distance from my office. Reid was fantastic to work with-flexible, with quick turn around and provided a high quality product that I will be able to use in all kinds of marketing materials. He really made our client feel comfortable and definitely knows what he is doing. I would absolutely recommend Best Made Videos to anyone looking for a great experience and quality footage. Thank you!!"
Christine C -- July 24, 2015

"We used Best Made Videos for our wedding and am so grateful! Reid captured so many special moments and worked with all my requests. He is a talented videographer and our video was a perfect fit for us and even had it ready for us to watch while we were on our honeymoon. Thank you!"
Kelsy L -- July 21, 2015

"Reid was such an amazing videographer! His professional manner, creativity, and skill were all fantastic. We met before the wedding to discuss what we wanted in a video (and what we didn't want!). The day of he was on time, extremely organized, and everywhere. He had a great eye for catching beautiful moments and was very sneaky and considerate. We didn't feel like we were being followed around by a camera, even when we were! The final video was gorgeous and sweet and the perfect keepsake for all the best moments of our wedding. :)"
Kelly B -- July 13, 2015

"Best Made Videos did an amazing job with the videography for my sister's pre- wedding party! I would recommend him for anyone who is looking to hire a videographer"
Samadar A -- July 5, 2015

"Reid has been easy to work with and reliable."
Nick A -- June 28, 2015

"We selected Reid as our videographer for our wedding in Roche Harbor this past Memorial Weekend. We received the video and we're both amazed of how well it came out. Couldn't have asked for a better guy and video."
Jason D -- June 22, 2015

"I came to thumbtack after doing a generic search for "Videographers" on Google and hired Reid at Best Made Videos after seeing his sample work and the outstanding reviews from his past clients. I could not be more pleased with Reid's videography and editing skills in addition to his organization, responsiveness, timeliness and great demeanor. I threw a 60th birthday party for 60 guests in a private room of a Seattle waterfront restaurant. The space was fairly tight but Reid just blended in like a fly on the wall and made it work. He captured hours of footage including every toast made by each guest and then edited everything down into a 20 minute beautiful video set to music. Reid is a true professional and I would hire him again for any special occasion in a heartbeat!"
Lisa N -- June 16, 2015

"I am working on a documentary and needed someone local to the Seattle area to shoot an interview for me as I live in Illinois. Reid was very reasonably priced and delivered great results. We was very communicative and kept me updated on the day of the shoot. I thought having to find a quality videographer within our budget across the country would be a difficult task but Reid made the process easy. He does great work and I'd recommend him for sure."
Ashley A -- June 15, 2015

"Did an awesome job in my wedding
Highly recommended!
Maribeth O -- June 15, 2015

"My husband and I decided we wanted to have a videographer for our wedding. With just a little over a month before our wedding day the stress was on to find someone. We did a simple search online and found Reid, we skimmed his online profile, watched a few videos he had previously done, and even noticed he was accredited by the BBB. We liked what we saw and decided we'd give it a shot and see if he would be available for our date.

We reached out to Reid, and he was able to get back to us in just minutes. Which just happens to be another reason we like him so much. He is incredibly quick in responding to emails and text messages. He would respond in minutes, sometimes even seconds of us sending an email. So, after contacting him we set up a time and place to meet which happened to be somewhere in the middle at a Starbucks. The meeting went great and obviously we decided to work with him. He has such a great down to earth personality, we felt he would be easy to work with, which was so true! on our wedding day, Reid arrived and began to shoot footage, he was never in the way or intrusive, he was able to catch every beautiful moment and then some. He was very comfortable, in turn making us comfortable. The footage he was able to capture and then edit were of such great quality, he really knows his craft. The end result was so amazing. We truly appreciate Reid and his work, we couldn't be happier! we would definitely recommend anyone who's looking for a videographer to go ahead and contact Reid with Best Made Video you won't be disappointed."
Edelyn S --June 14, 2015

"We could not be happier with Best Made Videos! my husband and I debated having a wedding videographer for cost reasons, but are so relieved and thankful that we decided to have one, and that we chose Best Made Videos. There is truly nothing like seeing your wedding on a personalized, stunning video made just for you. Photography is essential for different reasons, but it doesn't take the place of a video capturing all of your special moments and the details you spent so much time planning and creating. Best Made Videos brings your wedding to life so you can relive it whenever you want to! Reid was extremely accommodating and quick to respond; he delivered exceptional results within our budget and really took time to listen to what we wanted to give us the perfect finished product. He genuinely cared about our happiness with his work, and he was so professional and great to work with at the wedding. We are so excited about the videos he gave us. I can't wait to start the tradition of us watching the extended video every anniversary with a glass of champagne. It will be such an amazing thing to be able to share with our children someday too! Two things I would tell any engaged couple 1, definitely get a videographer (you will always regret it if you don't) and definitely hire Best Made Videos!"
Saxon C -- May 22, 2015

"Video recording students' work is an inspiring way to get kids to publish their art and writing! Reid Johnson made a wonderful "reading rainbow" video of my 2nd grade students reading aloud their book reviews. Reid spent an afternoon getting to know my students, despite their nervousness he made everyone feel at ease when he recorded them. Reid edited the clips and copied the footage on dvds for every student. The final video turned out great with music and graphics! -Ms. Martinez & Ms. Cicero (2nd grade teacher & intern at Kimball Elementary, Seattle)"
Jacqueline M -- May 21, 2015

"Quick response on the help. very punctual and careful with his work. Very easy to communicate and extremely collaborative. Would definitely recommend him in the future. High efficiency and liked his attitude."
Michael J -- May 19, 2015

"Thanks, Reid. I do appreciate your “eyes on the prize" way of working. Also, your calm thoughtfulness let me know my project was in the right hands.
on to the voice.: )"
Jenepher W -- May 18, 2015

"Reid was a great mix of professional and personal. I was so impressed with his easy going personality. The final product was amazing and exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend Reid for your video needs."
Heather S -- May 18, 2015

"Working with Reid was a great experience because he made it really easy to coordinate footage we needed from another location, he worked fast, he got everything we needed to complete the video: the voice over, the script writing, the music . . . . We had to work on some changes during the edition but he understood easily what we were looking for on our company video.

What I liked about Reid was his availability to work one on one, he even worked after hours, he was constantly writing or replaying my emails, we had a great work dynamics and we worked as a team, he was comfortable following suggestions I had during the shooting, he was open to ideas and to improvising during the shoot.
We are pleased with the results, he finished both videos before the deadline and are looking to work with him in the future."
Muna A -- May 14, 2015

"Reid is one of the most efficient young professionals I've come across in recent time. He shot my wedding and from day one, the way he handled his work, the attention he gave to our desire and his prompt response to inquiry was admirable. I will recommend him to anyone who desire the best for video coverage."
Tolulope D -- May 12, 2015

"We haven't done our shoot yet, but Reid is great to work with so far!"
Patti H -- May 7, 2015

"Reid, was terrific. We recently used him for a corporate event. His communication was excellent. His abilities, leadership and swift results greatly relieved a lot of pressure and forever captured the moment for our milestone event. Thank you Reid from smokey point distributing"
Greg H – April 29, 2015

"Reid at Best Made Videos was great to work with and able to coordinate on very short notice. He showed up early, managed all the details and worked with me to make sure I was happy with the final product. Thanks Reid!"
Cathy B – April 16, 2015

"Very open with ideas. great editing and very efficient with his work. looking forward to doing another video soon'"
Eugene B – April 15, 2015

"Reid is great. He shot, edited, and uploaded within 24 hours. I definitely recommend him for any kind of video services. I would hire him again in a heartbeat."
Kaley A – April 15, 2015

"Reid and Best Made Videos provided the videography for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with his work or our experience with him throughout our wedding weekend.

Reid is the consummate professional and a total joy to work with. He was able to adjust his plan on the fly, which was imperative for our fairly complex wedding itinerary. unlike most wedding videographers, he delivered the final product within days of the wedding, which is unheard of. His work ethic is strong and his creative talent shows in his work.

We couldn't have picked a better videographer for our wedding."
Manish G – April 13, 2015

"We used Best Made Videos on a customer testimonial video shoot in a dentist's office. Reid and his team did a good job - they were responsive, friendly, efficient, and delivered on-time. The finished product was well crafted, especially for the price, but I wish they'd coaxed the dentist a little more to give more thorough answers - a little more coaching might have helped - but I don't think the customer used the prep materials we sent to get ready. That was not Reid's fault. I would definitely use them again, and recommend them. Thanks, Reid!"
Tim G -- April 13, 2015

"Client we were to video cancelled the shoot and thus we did not create a video. That said, I was pleased working with Reid and Best Made Videos. He was flexible, had good ideas, and had a good work product. Would engage with him again on future needs."
Mike E – March 16, 2015

My Dad's memorial service was on a Monday morning, and I discovered at 9 p.m. on Saturday night that video recording had not been arranged. a friend provided me with a link that got me to thumbtack; I put out the word on Sunday morning and had 5 quotes in 15 minutes. Reid was first up and I went with him. He showed up right on time on Monday morning, filmed the service beautifully, and had us an edited version by Monday evening. He was professional, and so respectful and unobtrusive with his camera. I highly recommend Reid; he was just so great all the way around and the product he produced is wonderful."
Margaret N – February 23, 2015

"Reid did an outstanding job filming and producing a video of our product launch event.

We are an early-stage tech company in Seattle called Hurryout. We hired Reid to record scenes from the party that we could share with our fans. Not only did Reid capture the spirit of the event and of our brand; he also took the initiative to interview early users of the app.

The highlights video was delivered in record time, and was just perfect. You can see it on his portfolio and on the Hurryout Youtube channel. We look forward to working with Reid and Best Made Videos in the future."
Andy A – February 8, 2015

"Reid is amazing guy, he did an amazing camera and audio job for a solo performance I had at an assembly and the way he edited helped capture my passions in the right times and was really flexible with how I wanted things to work out. I definitely want to do even more work with him now because of his professionalism ! thank you Reid!!!"
Leo G -- January 17, 2015

"This was a last minute job to film a memorial service for my recently passed momma. Not only was this last minute but memorial services are a much more tender subject than say a wedding or corporate event and they require a certain touch and Reid and Best Made Videos surely has that touch. He arrived on time and had all his equipment set up quite quickly and then, he was careful to not be obtrusive to the memorial service. Quality of work is top notch and am very pleased with how the edited footage turned out. Reid and the company, went above and beyond by producing 4 dvds and uploading the footage to a secure site so that way others could see the memorial service. He was also flexible with payment which was a life saver, given that my momma's passing was unexpected and we were quite financially tapped. I had no problem giving him and Best Made Videos 5 stars."
Kevin C – January 6, 2015

"I am still working with Reid Johnson! he is courteous, fast, and exceptional with his camera (s). He was on time, and his turn around time was amazing. You don't find that these days. I am looking forward to sending him more projects in 2015."
Mercedes N – December 30, 2014

"Awesome fella. Patient and does exactly what's asked. Wonderful quality video. Glad to have worked with him."
Alex I – October 24, 2014

"Easy to work with. Reliable. Very creative and professional. Reid and his team arrived on time and captured the main elements of our event. I really liked how they incorporated the music from the musicians at our event into the video. It was awesome. We are happy that we have a video of our special event. The day was so busy and went by so fast. The video really gives us a bigger picture of our event that we would not have seen otherwise. I highly recommend Best Made Videos."
Michael M -- October 23, 2014

"Reid was great to work with. His work is high quality at the same time very quick post production and turnaround."
Nick H. -- October 23, 2014

"They were fast, friendly and professional. They worked within my budget and produced a great video that everyone loves.

I'd come to them again for any video needs."
Greg W -- October 23, 2014

"Reid did a fantastic job on my video and I am very happy with the final version, Reid is also very responsive to questions and his turnaround time beat my expectations. I would recommend him for anyone looking for quality video."
Loren K. -- October 21, 2014

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