The Best Wedding Videographers in Oakland, IL

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70 Wedding Videographers in Oakland, IL

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Flower & Oak 
Rating: 5.0 (86 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,749
  • Serves Oakland, IL

For pricing information, visit our website. The excitement. The warm feelings. The quiet glances. The glow of newlywed love. As time passes, little details can slip away. That’s why we’re here: to help you preserve your memories, so that you can vividly recall life’s best moments for years to come. Founded by passionate creatives who have been obsessing over storytelling for decades, we are dedicated to providing an experience that combines creative artistry with personalized attention. From the first consultation to the final suite of content, our purpose is to bring your vision to life while providing unmatched value at every step.

Awarded Best of Zola
10/10 recommend Flower & Oak Films for your wedding videography needs! From Carrie, who helped us choose the right package, to Dagna, who spent the entire wedding day with us filming- the whole team is incredible! We chose a package that provided us with a short “highlight” film, as well as a much longer film of the whole day. We love that we can relive the best day of our lives whenever we want!
Cortney H., 7 months ago
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Press Record Co Camcorders 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
  • Vintage style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Oakland, IL
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Imagine your wedding filmed by the people who know you best - your friends and family. With Press Record Co, we ship you our camcorders to capture every laugh, tear, and dance move, then you simply send it back to us to do the heavy lifting. We'll turn all your raw footage into a beautiful, nostalgic Modern Day Home Video® you'll actually love to rewatch. It's raw, real, and totally you.

Awarded Best of Zola
We’re so grateful we chose Press Record Co for our wedding video! My husband and I had an intimate wedding where we didn't feel the need to spend thousands on a videographer as well as our photographer. We rented a camcorder from Press Record Co & created us a dreamy, beautiful video from the footage. The final result was heartfelt, high-quality, and captured the spirit of our day so perfectly—it truly brought tears to our eyes. It had a bit of each of our family members which meant so much to us. The whole team was kind, responsive, and clearly passionate about what they do. Thank you for helping us preserve such a special memory. Highly recommend to any couple looking for a reliable and caring (and budget friendly compared to a videographer) video service!
Michelle A., 10 months ago
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5 thousand frames films LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, IL

- Over 12 years of successful work, more than 400 couples, more than 200 families and more than 100 companies have used our services - We do all shooting and editing personally and never hire third-party vendors. You will get exactly what you ordered - It is very important for us that the video convey the atmosphere of your event as much as possible, therefore we approach the details and musical arrangement with great care - Each project for us is always an individual work. We do not shoot or edit according to a template. - We always have a spare set of equipment - All material we always keep in duplicate.

Awarded Best of Zola
5 Thousand Frames Films provided us with the best videography service we could have asked for on our wedding day. Their communication style was fantastic - they didn't overwhelm us with too many questions, and instead proposed perfect ideas to capture all the special moments. The quality of their work is unmatched, a solid 100 out of 5! They created an incredible same-day-edit video that was shown at the end of our wedding, and the quality, plot, music, and framing were all flawless. While I was getting ready, the videographer even took it upon himself to shoot all the necessary footage of the background details. I highly recommend 5 Thousand Frames Films - you're guaranteed to have the best experience, as their professionalism and quality of work is simply outstanding.
Julie, a year ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film (Video Listing) 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Oakland, IL

The company has done over 400 weddings for the last 5 years, so we use these experiences to provide quality services. We also provide discount for Military/Veterans and teachers. For 2025, we have 140+ weddings booked in 37 different states. We offer not just video highlights in most of our video packages but also feature film. Quicker turnaround time compare to most companies. Our shooting style of is photojournalistic, natural & CINEMATIC. Our editing style is very easygoing & flexible. Our biggest markets are the following: FL, New England area, PA, IL, DMV area, Tri-State, Southern CA, MI, OH, CO.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding videography. Their communication was efficient, with quick responses and clear direction throughout the process. The quality of their work was breathtaking, with incredible attention to detail and a clear, bright picture that captured all the special moments of our day. Ledd and his team made us feel at ease in front of the camera, guiding us to look natural even when we felt a bit awkward. We're thrilled to have this stunning video to relive our wedding memories forever. I would recommend Ledd Lens to any couple in a heartbeat.
Meaghan B., 8 months ago
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Birch Fields 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Being in the wedding film industry over sixteen years, I'm eager to help couples bring their dreams to life. I have no hesitation traveling for couples who know I'm the perfect fit for their wedding. My work resonates with who it's made for- and I keep that audience in mind.

Awarded Best of Zola
Birch Fields was the perfect choice for our wedding videographers. From our very first interaction, they demonstrated a thorough, professional, and warm communication style that immediately put us at ease. Their artistic, cinematic, and sincere approach to capturing our special day was evident in every frame. Steven's presence behind the camera made the day feel smoother and more relaxed, and he effortlessly documented the energy, joy, and love of our celebration. We cannot recommend Birch Fields highly enough - they are incredibly talented and genuinely easy to work with from start to finish.
Jakzeel, 3 months ago
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505 Media Company 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Hello we are a husband and wife company. We have covered over 1000 wedding in less than 5 years all across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We love to travel to so much that we keep our prices affordable giving us the opportunity to cover all over the USA (no travel fees). Our most popular package is our Red carpet giving our clients up to 10 hours of photo and video coverage, 505+ edits, and 2 wedding videos (with the whole ceremony). Check out our FB or Youtube for HUNDREDS of weddings we shot in the past.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I hired 505 Media for photography and videography services for our wedding in August 2024. Our photos were absolutely gorgeous and we loved our wedding video. The services are very affordable and they provided up to 10 hours of coverage at our wedding. 505 Media, thank you for providing my husband and I with a life time of memories. We will cherish our photos and wedding video for a lifetime.
Christina C., a year ago
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Your Wedding Day Film 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Your Wedding Day Film is a Florida-based wedding videography and photography company created to help couples capture the true emotion of their special day. My name is Vanessa, and storytelling is at the heart of everything I do; whether it’s through video, photo, or content tailored for social media. From helping you plan, to filming and photographing your wedding, to delivering your finished films and galleries within 4–6 weeks, we’re with you every step of the way. When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me spending time with my family, friends, or taking our four-year-old German Shepherd mix to the dog beach.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our experience with Your Wedding Day Film was fantastic. Vanessa was prompt in her communication, always available for calls and texts as we planned our wedding timeline. On the day of, she and her team were diligent in capturing all the priceless moments - from our pre-ceremony prayers to the heartfelt speeches and first looks. The final video they created was truly beautiful, telling the story of our special day in a way that we'll cherish forever. Vanessa went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect, and her services were very affordable. We highly recommend Your Wedding Day Film to any couple looking for an exceptional videography experience.
Breanna M., a year ago
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Pluvia Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Serves Oakland, IL
  • Offer

Pluvia Studios is a wedding videography and photography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding film package.

Awarded Best of Zola
Pluvia Studios was an exceptional choice for our wedding videography. Their communication style was very responsive - they promptly replied to all of our texts and calls, making the planning process seamless. The quality of their work was truly professional. Even with our short notice, their team was able to accommodate our needs and captured our special day beautifully. Jaydee and his crew provided excellent coverage, ensuring they got all the important moments. They were a pleasure to work with, and Jaydee was always just a click away, answering our questions without delay. We are thrilled with the final video, which elevated our simple wedding into something truly extravagant. We are so grateful to Pluvia Studios for making our wedding day extra special.
Khristine, 2 years ago
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Jimmy Shin Films 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Create timeless, emotional story-driven Love Story Film that never gets old. You are going to have your own personal love story film that YOU are the hero and watch it every wine night / anniversary day with your loved one so you can transport right back to that day, reminisce about your beautiful memories with loved ones and remind how beautiful your love story is.

Awarded Best of Zola
I looked at SO MANY wedding videos and they were all so similar and cookie cutter. They were lacking something but I couldn’t put my finger on it. THEN I FOUND JIMMY SHIN. I watched his videos and found myself sobbing at strangers videos! He made me feel like I knew the bride and groom after just 7 minutes. He's so good! Jimmy will take your wedding video and turn it into the most beautiful story. The video he made for us just so beautifully captured my husband and I's day! It's a video i'll cherish for the rest of my life. I can't wait for our kids to be able to watch it. UGH, seriously hire this man and you won't regret it. Best wedding money we spent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?viVAKZzODr6E
Danie W., 2 years ago
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RayNae Motion Media & Photo 
Rating: 4.9 (10 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Crafting Visual Stories that last a lifetime with a passion for capturing the essence of the moment, we stand at the forefront of videography and photography services. Our mission is to create compelling visual narratives that not only reflect the beauty and dynamism of the present but also preserve these memories for generations to come. We understand that every client has a unique story waiting to be told. Our expertise spans across various genres, including weddings, corporate events and more. We collaborate closely with our clients to understand their vision and preferences, ensuring the final product exceeds their expectations.

Awarded Best of Zola
I worked with RayNae at a recent wedding and everything went spectacularly! They are organized, easy to work with, and personable. We worked seamlessly together and as a DJ I appreciate when a videographer knows what they're doing and we're on the same page. Hoping to work together again soon!
Style Points DJs, 3 years ago
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Avant-Garde Videography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Oakland, IL

My name is Bailey O'Neal -- I am the owner + videographer of Avant-Garde Videography located in the Chicagoland area, and I love making videos! I love going places with my camera and enjoy capturing the content around me. I love starting a new project, and having an open opportunity to be creative and original. And finally, I love making a product that can be used as a keepsake to help relive and remember special times.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bailey with Avant-Garde Videography was a pleasure to work with for Kristen Justin wedding. We were the DJ (Midwest Best DJs) and Bailey had great communication throughout the process, responding promptly to any questions or requests we had. The quality of her work was amazing and truly captured the fun and energy of the day. She worked seamlessly as part of the vendor team, helping to ensure everything ran smoothly.
Midwest Best DJs, a year ago
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83 Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Oakland, IL
  • Offer

Hi! I'm Sherry, the owner of 83 Weddings, and I’ll be your direct point of contact from your very first inquiry all the way through final delivery. ​My background is a little unique—I previously worked as a field photographer for the FBI while capturing weddings in my spare time. Over the years, my passion for weddings grew, and today it has become my full-time focus. Along the way, I’ve built an incredible team of talented photographers and videographers, allowing 83 Weddings to serve couples across the country.

We had our wedding in Dallas and hired 83 Weddings to do both our photography and videography, We booked the 10 hour package it it was perfect. We got a ton a photos. We loved how everything came out and are pleased with our choice of booking 83 Weddings. Sherry was right there every step of the way. Highly recommend!
Jenna B., 2 months ago
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Visil Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.4 (7 reviews)
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Oakland, IL

I’m Victor, a Chicago wedding photographer and filmmaker who understands how quickly the day moves. Having experienced weddings both behind the camera and as a groom, I guide couples with a calm, intentional approach so they can stay present and fully experience their day while their story is preserved authentically. I serve couples across Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and destinations worldwide.

We had a wonderful destination wedding, and choosing Visil Photography turned out to be one of our best decisions. From the start, Victor helped us plan the timeline, ensuring the day felt smooth and unhurried. That really made a big difference. On the wedding day, it was never overwhelming or like a photo & video shoot, which was a huge relief for us. He guided us gently when needed but mostly kept things relaxed so we could just enjoy each other and soak in the moment. The videos and photos turned out absolutely stunning, and what surprised us the most was getting some lovely teasers just days after the wedding. Rewatching these amazing shots now feels like reliving the entire day exactly as it happened. I strongly recommend.
Praise S., a month ago
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Teach Tech Productions LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $999
  • Serves Oakland, IL
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At Teach Tech Productions LLC, we specialize in immortalizing the most precious moments of your wedding day. Founded by the passionate husband-and-wife duo, Ryan and Meagan Branscomb, our expertise spans over 5 years of dedicated experience in photography and videography, enabling us to create stunning visual memories that last a lifetime. Based in Piqua, Ohio, we are eager to travel to bring our artistic vision to your unique celebrations—be it a wedding, family gathering, or any special occasion. With 16 years of marriage and the joy of raising two sons, we recognize the significance of capturing wedding days. Sincerely Ryan and Meagan

Ryan and Megan are amazing at what they do. We were recommended to them from our friend who also just got married. They showed up, had great ideas for our videos. And a very quick turnaround on the official video. I would use them again in a heartbeat. Our wedding coordinator didn't have to worry about them at all!
Brittany B., 4 months ago
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Wedding Weekender 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $459
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Wedding Weekender is redefining wedding video with a more authentic, accessible way to capture your celebration. We send camcorders for your friends and family to film candid moments across your wedding weekend — from getting ready to the dance floor and everything in between. Afterward, our editing team shapes that footage into a thoughtful, nostalgic wedding video that feels true to your celebrations. We believe meaningful wedding video should feel personal, accessible, and rooted in real moments.

We could not have been more pleased with Wedding Weekender! It was a seamless, easy process from start to finish with a final output beyond what we could of even of expected! The crowd-sourced camera provides an exciting energy to your day and a unique angle through the eyes of your guests. Truly something only Wedding Weekender can provide. If you're thinking of spending YK(s) on a traditional videographer, this is a more affordable option with an even better output. If you're thinking about adding it in addition to a traditional videographer it augments that experience perfectly, too. 11/10!
Matt & M., 3 days ago
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Steve Weber Films - Movies With Emotion 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Nobody on the planet has a love story like YOURS! I work hard to capture all of these during your wedding day, then weave together a beautiful film that pulls it all together. From the decorations, the vows, voices, tears and joy, my films allow you to be transported back in time to remember every last detail. These aren't just random video clips thrown on top of a music track! My films are a true cinematic experience that tells YOUR story with unique music that has meaning and ties into the story line of your day. After the last song is played, and the last guest leaves, YOU NEED A WAY TO REMEMBER! CONTACT ME TODAY

Awarded Best of Zola
Steve Weber Films - Movies With Emotion was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the very first interaction, Steve was incredibly professional, caring, and attentive to our needs. The quality of his work was truly beautiful, original, and amazing. Steve was there with anything we needed, from help with the timeline to any other last-minute requests. He had anything & everything we needed & was willing to help in anyway he could. I could not recommend Steve and Movies With Emotion enough - he was a true delight to work with, and our day wouldn't have been the same without him!
Haley L., 6 months ago
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Hitched & Highlighted - Pro Video & Content Creation 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Documentary style
  • Serves Oakland, IL
  • Offer

Hi there! We're Justin + Nicole, Marine Corps Veteran + the owners/operators of HH - LOCAL (Zola location may show wrong) to you with a TINY team, using local video vendors as you would and proud to have 600+ 5-star reviews. We formed HH in 2023 after struggling to find a more affordable wedding video option for our wedding - so much that we went without :( Now we run our own small business catering to just that! All packages include: -Ceremony recording -Highlight reel -RAW videos -Payment plans -No travel fees!

Awarded Best of Zola
Hitched & Highlighted were the perfect wedding videographers for our special day. From our first interaction, their communication was efficient, detailed, and incredibly nice. They listened closely to our vision and worked diligently to capture all the meaningful moments that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. The quality of their work was simply outstanding - we are thrilled with the high-quality, great footage that beautifully showcases the joy and love of our celebration. Hitched & Highlighted provided incredible value and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking to have their wedding memories preserved in a truly special way.
Anisha, 6 months ago
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Maloch Media 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Oakland, IL

I became indulged in the story-telling of my wedding couples. Being surrounded by the excitement, sometimes nervous couples, and their loving families and friends made the filming such a rush. Then to have the honor to edit a film where their personalities and love shine through is the greatest privilege. I want to take them on a journey back in time to the most epic day where they laugh and cry with all their family and friends. I make films that last the ages. I love to think about how my couples might show their kids or even grandkids someday.

Trevor of Maloch media goes big when it comes to wedding filmmaking. He will do anything to get the shot, and uses all the newest and best equipment to make sure your day captured beautifully. He works seamlessly with other vendors so that the day goes smoothly. Highly recommend!
Holly, 6 years ago
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Merrygold Studio Videography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Merrygold Studio is a professional wedding photography and videography studio serving couples across Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, and Kentucky. We specialize exclusively in weddings and focus on capturing real emotions, meaningful moments, and the natural flow of your day.

Marrygold Studio did an excellent job documenting our big day. Their attention to detail and clean editing style were exactly what we were looking for. The photographers were easy to work with and made everyone feel comfortable throughout the process. We are very happy with the final gallery and the video; everything feels authentic and well-crafted. Thank you for the great service!
Ashley S., 2 months ago
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Jacob Logan Barth 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Having grown up on a farm in Central Illinois, I am a filmmaker living in Chicago. I began doing wedding videography in 2017 while living in Bend, Oregon. I love intimate, small-scale weddings and elopements.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Jacob Logan Barth as our wedding videographer was an absolute pleasure. His communication was wonderful, with no issues at all. Jacob is very professional, incredibly skilled, and knows what he’s doing - I couldn't have asked for a better wedding videographer. Jacob got to the venue early to set up and make sure everything was working properly, and he stayed until the very end of the wedding to capture all of the best, most meaningful, and precious moments. Watching our wedding video gives me chills and makes me cry every time. I would give Jacob a 10/10 rating and highly recommend him to any couple considering having a videographer for their wedding. Jacob knows exactly what he’s doing and truly cares about the work he delivers. If you're on the fence about having a videographer, I'd absolutely recommend going for it and choosing Jacob.
Erin W., a year ago
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Chicago Love Films 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Oakland, IL

We are professional wedding videographers and photographers team with over 10 years of experience capturing timeless love stories. We proudly serve Illinois and the Chicago suburbs, offering flexible wedding video and photos coverage as a duo to match the scale and vision of your wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
We weren’t sure how important videography would end up being, but this team made the decision easy. They are calm, professional, and genuinely did exactly what we expected. On the day of the wedding it all felt natural, and the final videos were great. We were really excited to watch it with our friends and family! If you’re trying to decide whether to book someone, definitely reach out and talk with them. The conversation alone eased so much stress for us.
Maria, 4 months ago
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Sunfire Films 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Sunfire Films brings a highly creative storytelling experience to your wedding film. Together, we can make some real magic. Every wedding film I create is completely unique. Using narrative and storytelling expertise, we can bring out your individuality for a boutique, fully custom, wedding film.

Sun Fire Films is an exceptional wedding videography duo that I highly recommend. As a photographer, I was impressed by their professionalism, collaborative approach, and ability to seamlessly blend into the day while capturing stunning, cinematic footage. Their technical expertise, and warm personalities made working with them a joy, and their final product perfectly encapsulating the emotions and details of the wedding. They went out of their way to ensure our work complemented each other, even sharing footage to match my editing process. Sun Fire Films is a talented, thoughtful, and reliable team that elevates any wedding vendor lineup I can’t wait to work with them again!
GrantDeveloped, a year ago
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YouFilm Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Vintage style
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Oakland, IL

A fun, candid alternative to traditional wedding videography. Your favorite people capture the laughs, happy tears, behind-the-scenes moments, and dance floor chaos on easy-to-use camcorders, and we turn it all into the wedding home movie you’ll watch for years to come. Add a nostalgic touch with our 35mm camera rentals — perfect for candid guest photos, behind-the-scenes moments, and flash-filled memories that feel straight out of a family photo album.

We chose YouFilm Weddings for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with the decision. From our first conversation, they responded quickly to every question we had, which made the planning process smooth and stress-free. On the day of the wedding, their fun video concept had our guests excited to participate and be part of the experience. They delivered our final video on time with a quick turnaround, and honestly, we've watched it so many times already. The video captures all the moments we wanted to relive from our special day and is something we'll cherish forever. We'd recommend YouFilm Weddings to any couple looking for videographers who are responsive, professional, and genuinely fun to work with.
Mary, 13 days ago
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Violet's Videography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Oakland, IL

I am a new Wedding Videographer with new ideas and the passion of capturing you wedding in beautiful ways. I want to give you the best quality for your price and will try my hardest to make that happen.

We reached out to Violet to be the videographer for our wedding and reception. She did a great job! From the beginning, she was open and easy to communicate with. She was accessible to reach if we had any questions. Her team was able to capture multiple angles of the ceremony. We loved the digital camera she passed around for the guests as well as the best wishes from the guests. We loved working with her and recommend her for any videography needs!
Cole, a year ago
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White Elm Films 
Rating: 2.7 (3 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Oakland, IL

We're so excited you're interested in choosing White Elm Films to tell your story, and are honored that we get to be apart of capturing such important moments. We know the investment you put in your wedding video deserves a big return, so we're committed to making it the experience you deserve. We hope that our films act as keepsakes that get passed down for generations and help leave your legacy for the future ahead.

The two associated from White Elm Films were professional, kind and worked well with all other vendors. They both made us feel very comfortable and we are so excited to see what they produced from our special day! Would highly recommend!
The D., 2 years ago
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Neon Street Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Oakland, IL

I love working with people in the entertainment business, it's what I know & care about. There is no better type of work then being able to see people happy & excited. I have always been very creative & artistic, which is why I work well editing videos & writing music.

I didn't have a way to contact DJ Scotty G for 2 weeks before our wedding (my phone broke), so I couldn't get our song list emailed to him. The day of the wedding, he showed up early so we could get it set. He didn't have our song in his vast music library and didn't get a signal at our wedding venue so while we were saying "I do", he went in search of a signal, got our song downloaded, and had it playing when we walked into our reception. This above and beyond service meant the world to us!
Jenna R., 9 months ago
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Paul Hairston Films 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Oakland, IL

Paul Hairston is an award winning and nation-wide wedding, documentary and commercial filmmaker for over 13 years. He loves anything and everything about human storytelling and creating impact through the medium of film. He strives to capture your special day with earnestness, trust and top shelf visuals. Throughout his career he has worked to blend vérité filmmaking with a production value those stories and emotions deserve, while never getting in your way. Providing painterly and elegant coverage with an unobtrusive but attentive presence that documents every unique detail is Paul’s goal with every film.

Paul and his assistant were absolutely amazing. I actually found him when googling videographers in my area and LOVED all his work as I could tell he took true pride in his films and caught all the little details of the weddings he videoed. When setting up a meeting, I realized he actually lived 4 hours away from me... BUT that didn't stop him! He was willing to travel with his assistant for a VERY cheap price and was there the whole time. He actually asked ME if he could come earlier to ensure he got all the little details on camera and capture every minute of us getting ready, etc. He was quick to respond throughout the whole planning process prior to the big day as well. Paul was in school for cinematography at the time which is very evident in his work as you can tell that film is his true passion in life through his work. We had no idea he was even there and he stayed until the very end (little did I know) to ensure he captured everything on film. As most brides (and grooms) do, we put a LOT of planning into our big days and a lot of thought into every single little detail. Of course your own wedding day is such a blur you never even get to appreciate all your hard work... but thanks to Paul, I am able to see every little part of the wedding from the place settings to all the little signs we had everywhere. He did an amazing job capturing every moment and I love my highlight film. Thanks to him, I get to witness and relive what was my dream wedding over and over again... I knew I wanted to hire him when his highlight films of complete strangers brought me to tears! He is now videoing my brother's wedding and a family friends... So Yes.... I HIGHLY recommend him :)"
Samantha N., 8 months ago