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 Frequently
Asked Questions
At
Black Tie Video we receive many inquiries requesting more information
about our company and the services we offer. To help you in your
planning, we have included many of the more frequently asked questions
on this page. The information provided below is general in nature
because we know that each event is different. It is for this
reason that we remain extremely flexible and open to your ideas, the
word "no" isn't in our vocabulary when it comes to our
clients, and we're not happy unless you are completely thrilled with
your video program. If your particular question is not covered
below, please email us or
contact us by calling (410) 922-8622. We're always happy to
discuss the details of your special event!
Q. What is included in your package?
A. All packages include coverage of your event, (times below),
editing, a scrolling graphic page of your wedding invitation, and a
montage of wedding highlights with your choice of music. You'll
receive 3 fully-interactive DVDs and
your entire wedding video will be posted on a password protected website
for 30 days so you can share your memories with any friend or family
member that has an Internet connection. Additional DVD (or VHS) copies are
available for a small fee.
Q.
How much time is included in your coverage?
A. For an event in one location we provide 5.5 hours of
coverage. This time begins at the scheduled ceremony start
time. For example, if your ceremony started at 6:00pm, you'd be
covered until 11:30pm. Should your ceremony and reception be in
two different locations, we build in an additional 30 minutes for travel
at no additional cost. In this case, a 6:00pm ceremony start would
have coverage until Midnight.
Q.
When do you arrive?
A. Typically the crew is on site a minimum of one hour prior to the
ceremony start time, for technical preparations as well as covering
pre-ceremony activities. If your ceremony begins at 6:00pm, we
would usually be on site by 5:00pm.
Q.
What type of equipment is used?
A. All aspects of the production are digital. Recording is
done using SONY 3-chip DVCAM recorders. Editing is performed on a
MAC G4 platform, using Final Cut Pro 4 software.
Q.
Do you use a lot of cabling and bright lights?
A. NO! All equipment used at your event is powered by batteries,
there will be no cables running anywhere! Typically lights are not
used during a ceremony, but sometimes are necessary at receptions due to
the low light nature of the location. Thanks to the extreme
sensitivity of our digital equipment, we are able to use small 10 watt
lights that are on the camera and provide a small pool of light where
needed. There are no lights on stands "re-lighting" the
room. Q.
Do you interview people at tables during the reception?
A. We found out years ago that people trying to enjoy your reception
are bothered by this practice. We promise that we'll never
interview people at their table. Should you wish certain people to speak on camera, there are
other methods that can used to have them speak without disrupting their
experience.
Q.
How do I get rates?
A. You may call our office at (410) 922-8622 and we can give you
several options based on your location, number of guests, and what you
want to get out of the video. You can also click the
"availability" link on the menu to see if we are available for
your date. If we are still open on your event date, a form will
appear requesting more information. Simply complete this form and
include some information about your event in the "comments"
section on that page. We will them email you a quote and send you
a sample of our work if you desire. Best of all of course, is an
appointment so that we can meet and thoroughly discuss your "needs
and wants" regarding our services.
Q.
How long have you been in business?
A. Please click the "About Us" link on the menu to learn
more about Black Tie Video and its owners, Jim and Barbara Skipper.
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