• Get a 10% discount by premiering your film on Weka Films’ socials! I’ll write a blog post, embed your YouTube film, and share it on our Facebook page. All you need to do is share that post and tag Weka Films. Don’t worry—you’ll still get an exclusive premiere before anything goes live.

    If you’re on Instagram, I’ll ‘collab’ with you, tagging you so all the likes and comments show up on both our accounts.

    Your film will go public on YouTube and might also show up on our Facebook video gallery and website.

    It’s a win-win: you save some cash (maybe enough to upgrade your beer from Waikato Draught to Monteiths) – and we get to show off your awesome film first – which is basically like Tinder for wedding vendors!

  • The dress is essential. The photographer is essential. Even the flowers seem non-negotiable at most weddings—so why isn’t the videographer a ‘must-have’ too? Honestly, I don’t know.

    What I do know is this: not booking a videographer is ALWAYS the number one regret for couples. Just take a quick squiz at any wedding forum and you’ll see.

    Grooms are especially tough to convince. Most don’t ‘get it’ until 1) they watch a few of my films, or 2) they get their finished film and say, “f*ck, this is awesome!”

    To help you out, I’ve put together a playlist here called ‘For the Boys’—my top 10 ‘boy-friendly’ films. Hopefully it helps 👊

  • Loads of blood, sweat, and happy tears go into your film — I’m super proud of my work and would be gutted if it couldn’t at least hang out on my website as a portfolio piece for other couples to check out.

    Two choices for you:
    Option 1 – PUBLIC: (see Premiere n’ Share above)
    Option 2 – WAY LESS PUBLIC: No sharing on Weka Films’ socials. Your film stays ‘unlisted’ on YouTube (no search, no stress) and only pops up on the Weka Films website.

    Either way, you get your own digital copy to keep forever.

  • Short answer: nope — can’t use unlicensed music. Love Ed Sheeran, Chris Martin & Christina Perri, but using any old mainstream track breaks copyright. Plus, I’m not about ripping off artists.

    I pay big bucks for legal music — and choosing the right tracks is the biggest creative job I do. I spend hours on it.

    So while you probably have great taste, trust me to nail the soundtrack. I’m soaking up your music all day (aisle songs, signing, first dance) and will find something perfect for you. Just maybe not Ed Sheeran-perfect. ;)

  • Ew, no. Yuck, man. I don’t shoot in raw—that’d need a Levin-sized supercomputer to store all that! If you mean ‘all the footage not in your film,’ then nope. That stuff’s just blurry, shaky, or bad angles—no thanks.

    I film ‘for the edit,’ so every shot is planned to tell your story perfectly. The only extras are quick tests for exposure, focus & composition.

    Trust me—you’re not missing a thing. Your film’s packed with all the good stuff, so you’ll never want to skip or fast-forward.

  • Totally! If you go for a Feature film, this extra footage is included. We shoot solo, but we’ve got 2–3 extra cameras rolling. The ceremony is filmed multicam for a polished edit, while speeches are usually from a wide angle only.

    It’s all synced, edited & colour graded. If I catch a decent first dance angle, I’ll chuck that in too. And if there’s any retro camcorder footage shot by your guests—I’ll include that magic as well.

    This footage is for keepsake purposes only – not for publishing or sharing.

  • Yes – but sparingly. If there’s time, I’ll buzz the drone up for a few venue or landscape shots to set the scene. It’s great for context, but I’d rather film people than paddocks – they’re way more interesting.

    I usually skip the drone during photo shoots – time’s tight and it can be a distraction. Plus, I have to follow CAA rules, which means no flying in national parks, most public spaces, or private land without permission.

    Once I know more about your day, I’ll let you know what’s possible – and I’ll handle the permission stuff too.

  • Heck yes – we’re always up for a bit of travel! Once you’ve been in touch, we’ll work out the logistics and let you know if any extra costs are involved.

  • ItemAbsolutely! You’ll be the first to see it (well… after we’ve watched it a few hundred times ourselves 😅). We’ll send you a private YouTube link – have a bottle ready to pop! description

  • Delivery? Somewhere between “just married” and “still finding confetti in weird places.”
    Your film will land digitally within 4–6 months.
    Early-season weddings usually get theirs in 4–5 months. End-of-season legends? You’ll have it by (or before!) your 6-month anniversary — just in time to pop some bubbly and relive the magic.

  • Each film takes us around 50 hours to craft – yep, 50! It’s a massive process that often gets underestimated compared to photo. But photo and video? Totally different beasts.

    We usually film 25–30 weddings a season, which means we’re filming and editing year-round. Our edit process goes a bit like this:

    Step 1: We dig through hours of audio, hunting for the gold – the soundbites that tell your story (plus the funny stuff that shows off your mates’ personalities).

    Step 2: We obsess over music. Like, spend-hours-down-a-licensing-rabbit-hole kind of obsessing. It’s got to be just right.

    Step 3: We stitch those soundbites into a narrative that flows with the music – think story meets vibe.

    Step 4: We scrub through all the footage, cherry-pick the best bits, and start building your film scene by scene. Then it’s onto colour grading, audio mixing, and endless tweaking until it’s juuuust right.

    There’s a lot of nerdy, behind-the-scenes wizardry involved – but that’s the basic rundown!

  • If you’re hiring us, it’s because you love what we do – and we’re stoked about that. The post-production process? We live for it. When we’re in the zone, we’re in deep – snacks ignored, time forgotten, probably muttering to ourselves.

    All we ask is that you trust us, let us do our thing, and be a little patient while the magic brews.

    We’ve crafted over 200 wedding films and not one couple has walked away anything less than obsessed with theirs 🤞

  • Nah, sorry – just not our jam. He tangata, he tangata, he tangata. Our films are all about the people, the people, the people.

    If you’re after buttery shots of your personalised cookies, wooden initials, mirror-backed seating chart or Auntie Janice’s limited-edition scented candles... you’ll need to hire someone else. We’re here for the humans.

  • We used to do teasers – but nah, not anymore. They steal precious time from the real deal and just drag out the wait. Plus, between you and me, they always feel a bit desperate and slapped together. Not our style.

    So chill out. Your film’s gonna outlast you, your grandkids, and probably your dog. A few months’ wait? Pfft—no biggie.

  • Nope, we’re all about filming non-posy people! We’re pros at making you feel relaxed and totally yourself. If you want a bunch of stiff, posed shots, we’re probably not your crew — but if you’re after something real, we’re already on the same team, mate.

  • Nope, sorry! During peak season, we can get up to 5 enquiries for the same date – so it wouldn’t be fair to play favourites. It’s strictly first in, first served.

  • We get a bit excited about rain. Rain = overcast. Overcast = epic colours. Sure, bad weather means wind — but wind makes for killer shots.

    Don’t stress, we’re ready for all weather. We might scale back on cameras a bit to keep ’em safe, but no worries — we’ve got you covered… literally. Our umbrella army is ready to roll.

  • It’s your wedding, man—so you do you! We absolutely love working with content creators and don’t mind sharing the limelight—just as long as nobody’s playing hide-and-seek with our key shots.

    Now, those infamous iPad Aunties and Uncle Kenny? Well, we can’t promise they won’t sneak down the aisle or photobomb our poor unmanned cameras during the vows. We do our best ninja moves to work around them, but just remember—you’re paying us to catch the magic, even if Auntie Janice is live-streaming like it’s the Oscars!

  • Heck yes! We’ll bust our butts for you all day. The only break? When everyone’s eating — because nobody wants Uncle Jeff’s greasy pork rib munching on film.

    Feed us, and you’re investing in your wedding magic. No need to save us a fancy seat — we’re pros at hallway dining with the photog squad. Just make sure we eat with the head table so we don’t miss sunset shots or speeches. Most caterers get it, but if they don’t, remind ’em you’re paying for our meal too!

  • Having an on-the-ball MC is a game changer for your day—and for us vendors too. Pick someone who either a) stays sober or b) can handle their drink like a champ. Teachers or folks who manage people and time? Gold.

    We always chat with your MC beforehand to set them up for speech success and help make your film shine. No pressure—just pick someone cool and have fun with it!

  • We LOVE our job—but it’s no walk in the park. Full-day packages mean up to 12-hour days (from early prep to late wrap), plus travel time. Then comes the 50-hour edit process which you read further up ⬆️

    Half our fee goes to tax, insurance, and travel—so yeah, math might hurt (but please don’t tell my accountant). We don’t do this for the cash—we do it for the thrill of capturing your big day and the chance to be creative. That’s the real pay-off.

  • Livestreaming? Honestly, it’s my arch-nemesis — especially when I’m flying solo on the day. Between wrestling 3–4 cameras, dodgy Wi-Fi, and trying to capture your epic love story, adding a livestream feels like juggling flaming swords... blindfolded.

    So yeah, livestreaming and I don’t get along. But if you’re set on it, I’m happy to spill the secrets on how to make it work without me turning into a stressed-out octopus. Trust me — it’s better handled by a dedicated livestream crew or someone with an iPhone in the front row (Just not an iPad auntie or Uncle Kenny)

  • Let’s meet, man! We’ll jump on Zoom to hear all about your vision. If our extreme exciteness doesn’t scare you off, we’ll shoot you a digital quote and contract to check out.

    A 20% booking fee’s due within 7 days of signing—this locks in your date. Easy as! The rest is due 1 month before the big day.

  • Can I just pay the deposit and skip the meeting? Nah, mate—meeting you is a must. We gotta vibe, hear your story, and make sure we’re the perfect fit. Weddings are all about connection, and we want to get to know you before locking anything in.

    Think of it like a first date—but less awkward and more fun. Once we click, the deposit is easy peasy.

  • Do you both have to be on Zoom? Absolutely! Usually the groom treats Zoom like it’s a root canal or jury duty—anything to avoid it. But we really need to meet both of you to make sure we click. Wedding planning’s a team sport, even if he’s secretly dreaming about being anywhere else (like fishing, the pub, or pretending to fix something). Don’t worry, we’ll keep it painless—and maybe even fun enough to make him forget he’s there!