Episode 9 From Hunt Films To Weddings: Strata Wedding Films

A single favor turned into a 13-year career, a stack of Vimeo links and DVDs gave way to story-driven highlights, and somewhere along the line wedding video stopped being an afterthought and started leading the must-book list. We sit down with Tyler from Strata Wedding Films to unpack how that shift happened—and how couples and creatives can make the most of it.

We trace the path from hunting footage to heartfelt ceremonies, then get practical about what actually makes a wedding film watchable. Tyler breaks down why prep now earns seconds, not minutes, how he listens for a theme that threads the entire story, and why clean dialogue beats flashy cuts every time. He shares the simple planning move that sets his schedule—counting back from the dance floor—and explains why he shows up an hour early on his own time to scout power, shape light, and get the drone up before guests arrive. When budgets and timelines collide, he favors clarity over clutter and chronology over chaos.

Gear talk gets real and useful: the third lav mic that quietly saves windy hilltop ceremonies, battery-powered lights that preserve reception ambiance while flattering skin, and drones as a value add instead of a risky upsell. We also zoom out: how to raise rates with confidence, juggle family weekends with edit weeks, and where AI helps organize but can’t replace human judgment. For couples, Tyler gives a punch list for vetting videographers—watch full films, compare packages across multiple sites, ask about audio redundancy and reception lighting, and beware subcontract mills. For vendors, we dig into respectful choreography with photographers so no one blocks the aisle or the moment.

If you care about wedding films that feel like your day—honest, cinematic, and built to be replayed—this conversation is your blueprint. Subscribe for more candid talks with the people behind unforgettable weddings, and share this episode with a friend who’s planning or shooting a big day. Your reviews help more couples find storytelling that lasts.

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