5 Star Weddings Directory had the pleasure to interview Hope from Social Soirées, Social Soirée, a Luxury Wedding Content Creation service based in Hertfordshire, UK, specializes in capturing UK & European weddings on the newest iPhone, focusing on candid, behind-the-scenes moments that may differ from what traditional photographers and videographers offer.
Some key features of their services include:
- Behind-the-scenes iPhone Photography & Videography for your Wedding day.
- Delivery of all photos and videos taken during the event within 24 hours where possible.
- Creation of Reels, TikToks, and Highlight Videos, with express delivery of a few days.
They don’t just capture moments; they craft them into stunning montages that encapsulate the essence of your special day. While you await your professional photos and videos, these snippets from your day will keep you at the moment. This service can be a great second layer to your existing photographer and videographer, as it ensures no moment goes missed.
Q: What do you do that differs from photographers and videographers?
Each of us, as suppliers, offers unique services and content. My focus is on providing raw unedited, high-quality iPhone photos and videos, capturing every beautiful and authentic moment of your wedding day. I aim to deliver hundreds to thousands of high-quality videos and images to you within 24 hours of the event, along with a selection of carefully edited reels and TikToks just days after. I am the perfect add-on to ensure no moment is missed on your special day. Compared to videographers my content is more in a short form so the content is ideal for sharing on social media platforms.
Q: How did you get into this?
For the last 4 years, I have worked in Marketing roles, with the last 2-3 being solely focused on Social Media Management and content creation for companies across the UK. I knew I loved creating content but hadn’t found my niche. After my sister-in-law came across the concept I decided to give it a go with my first wedding in September of 2023 – an incredible day at Hedsor House. I knew from that day onwards that I had found the right career for me as it was just so much fun & such a pleasure. My feedback from the couple was so positive and knowing I had made a difference to one of the most important days of their life was such an honour.
Q: What equipment do you use?
I use an iPhone 15 Pro Max currently to shoot Weddings along with my DJi Gimbal. I also bring with me a spare iPhone (13), an LED light and lots of portable chargers! I recently also purchased a drone from DJI, so will be offering drone footage to couples going forward.
Q: Why should a couple consider hiring a Wedding Content Creator for their special day?
What I do is offer a fresh and distinctive viewpoint, focusing on candid, behind-the-scenes moments of your day. My work provides an easily accessible and adaptable collection of memories, with hundreds or even thousands of moments captured. I strive to ensure that no precious moment goes unnoticed or uncaptured, offering a comprehensive and diverse reflection of your wedding day. Unlike traditional forms of documentation, the content I create is highly adaptable, allowing you to remix, repurpose, and create your content from the day if you wish to do so.
This interactive approach enhances the experience of reliving your memories, making it engaging and enjoyable. In addition to standard photos and videos, I can create fun, interactive videos that add an extra layer of enjoyment to your memories.
These videos will bring laughter and joy whenever you revisit them, becoming unforgettable moments in themselves. My work complements the services of photographers and videographers by capturing candid and unconventional moments that might otherwise go unnoticed. By doing so, I ensure a complete and diverse collection of memories that beautifully encapsulate the essence of your special day.
Q: How do you deliver your footage?
All raw footage from the day will be uploaded to a Google Drive folder and shared with you. You will then just need to download the footage to your phone or laptop to receive it in full quality. The reels will also be uploaded to this folder but in a separate subfolder. This is a very accessible way of accessing your files.
Q: What style would you say your content is?
I would say I have more of a classic, editorial style of content. I like to focus on small details & genuine emotion. With my reels, I tend to try and give an overall feel of the day, capturing details such as the dress, décor and personal touches perfectly.
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