Video Editing Styles

Video Editing Styles

We don’t want to provide videos based on time but rather on the experience you want to have.  If you want to see your entire wedding ceremony, your full first dance, or the full duration of your cake cutting then should choose a documentary wedding video edit.  If you include these things in their entirety, then inherently this is going to be a long video.  If your ceremony is 30 minutes long, then this portion of your documentary wedding video edit will also be 30 minutes long.

On the other hand, if you prefer a shorter, emotionally driven highlight, the cinematic edit might be more suitable. This romantic wedding video approach weaves together the best parts of the day—getting ready, the vows, key dances—with carefully chosen music and artistic storytelling. The cinematic wedding video edit turns your celebration into a visual keepsake that reflects your unique style.

Documentary Wedding Video Edit

Documentary wedding videos (or sometimes called feature wedding videos) are longer in length and still incorporate those upbeat moments. However, they are interwoven with more intimate moments throughout the day. If you want to see your entire wedding ceremony or your entire first dance, the documentary-style wedding video edit is for you.

Pros

• Simply put, it’s longer.
• It incorporates your moments in their entirety.
• Documentary wedding videos incorporate all of the same stunning and upbeat footage a highlight film would include but interwoven with the priceless little moments in-between.

Cons

• Because they are longer and include more video coverage, audio coverage, and post-production, these documentary wedding videos tend to be pricier.
• Documentary videos can be harder to share because of their length.
• Not everyone wants the intimate moments of their day captured on film, or likes audio in their videos, we get it! Highlight films are perfect for our more camera-shy couples.

Cinematic Wedding Video Edit

Cinematic wedding videos (sometimes called feature wedding highlights or teasers) give the editor artistic freedom to create a unique and emotional video.  When we create a cinematic edit we have a “non-linear” approach which means your events will not necessarily be in sequential order.  Our goal is to take you on an emotional roller coaster.

Pros

• Our editors pick the best moments of each activity.
• We hand-pick the best songs to help tell your story.
• Our cinematic videos can easily be shared via YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram, and other Social Media platforms.

Cons

• Because it’s shorter, some clients feel the cost should be lower.
• Cinematic do not typically contain large portions of the general dancing at the reception.
• Some couples want to see their full ceremony.
• Your parents are used to the Documentary version and may not like the cinematic.

Just like every aspect of your wedding day, choosing the style of video edit is a personal choice.  There is no wrong decision, as long as you make an informed one.  We’ve incorporated both styles of wedding video editing in this blog.  Take a look and choose the one that you feel is best for you.

Consulting Your Wedding Videographer to Create Your Vision

A clear and open discussion with your wedding videographer can make all the difference in bringing your vision to life. Every couple has their own idea of what the perfect wedding video looks like, and aligning with your videographer early helps ensure that vision is captured with care.

Sharing Your Story

Talk to your videographer about key moments you don’t want to miss. Whether it’s a handwritten note before the ceremony or a private vow exchange, these personal touches shape the story.

Deciding on Style and Tone

Choose between a cinematic, documentary, or hybrid style based on how you want the final film to feel. Discuss examples, music preferences, and emotions you want the film to convey.

Planning for Coverage

Work together to decide the best timeline and angles to ensure seamless full-day wedding coverage. This helps your videographer prepare equipment, lighting, and sound setups tailored to your venue.

Why Choose Complete Weddings + Events Fort Lauderdale

Complete Weddings + Events is a trusted name in wedding videography in Fort Lauderdale and South Florida. Our team combines professionalism, creativity, and technical skill to craft personalized wedding films that celebrate your love.

We offer flexible wedding film packages to suit a variety of needs, from cinematic highlights to full-length documentaries. Our videographers focus on quality storytelling, delivering high-resolution footage and personalized edits that reflect your unique love story. With a reputation built on experience and care, we’re proud to help couples throughout Fort Lauderdale and beyond create timeless memories through film.

Complete Weddings + Events in Fort Lauderdale and South Florida Areas

Your wedding deserves more than just a video, it deserves a masterpiece that captures the laughter, the tears, the little glances, and the big moments. At Complete Weddings + Events Fort Lauderdale, we don’t just document your day; we craft a film that tells your love story in a way you’ll want to relive over and over again.

Whether you’re dreaming of a cinematic highlight or a full-length documentary, our Fort Lauderdale wedding videographers bring passion, creativity, and local expertise to every project. Let us handle the details, so you can focus on making memories. Complete Weddings + Events, Fort Lauderdale’s leading provider of event and wedding photography, videography, lighting & DJ services

Don’t settle for ordinary. Let’s create something extraordinary. Contact us today to explore your wedding videography options and reserve your date!