How to find a Professional

In an earlier blog, I gave you six reasons why it is important to hire a professional, but just how can you find the one that is right for you?

-Ask friends, family, and/or coworkers. While there might be significant differences in taste or budgets, this is a good place to start. You should meet the photographer or videographer and view samples of their work before making a decision.

-Search the Internet. These days, I can find almost anything I want by using a good online search engine like Google. By simply searching for “Photographers Memphis or Videographers Mid-south”, you can find a number of good choices, but remember, not every professional uses advertising AND many poor photographers and videographers may use advertising heavily. Just because you find them on the internet doesn’t mean they are the best choice. Use the internet to narrow your search and save valuable time, but ask for references, ask to see samples, and ask your friends, family and co-workers for their input.

-Consult other vendors. Most can relate their experiences with wedding videographers. The important caveat is that some vendors offer recommendations solely based on remuneration. That doesn’t necessarily invalidate their recommendations, but it is fair for a bride to ask that question.

-Magazines. Many wedding/bridal magazines also have web sites, and both the print and electronic versions will have editorial and advertising information. Some of the web sites have message boards, where brides share their wedding vendor experiences with fellow brides.

You will be spending a lot of time with your photographer and videographer, so make sure that you like their personalities as well as their abilities.