The Etiquette of Filming Behind-the-Scenes at a Wedding

Are behind-the-scenes videographers helping or hurting wedding productions?

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Taylor and Kelly break down the rise of BTS videography and the etiquette behind filming behind the scenes at weddings.

From avoiding conflicts with the hired cinematographer to ensuring proper vendor crediting and content usage, they reveal the do’s and don’ts of this emerging industry trend.

If you're a wedding photographer, videographer, or BTS content creator looking to navigate this new industry shift while maintaining professionalism and collaboration, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you work seamlessly at luxury weddings.

In this episode, we cover:
✔️ The rise of behind-the-scenes wedding videography
✔️ Why planners, florists, and vendors are hiring their own BTS teams
✔️ The do’s and don’ts of working alongside a hired cinematographer
✔️ How to credit vendors properly and avoid misrepresentation
✔️ The best social media strategy for posting BTS content
✔️ Why clear communication prevents vendor conflicts
✔️ How BTS videographers can build strong industry relationships

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Timestamps:

00:00 – 05:00 | Introduction
05:01 – 12:00 | The Rise of Behind-the-Scenes Videography
12:01 – 20:00 | The Do’s & Don’ts of BTS Filmmaking
20:01 – 28:00 | Managing Expectations & Content Ownership
28:01 – 35:00 | Posting & Social Media Best Practices
35:01 – 38:00 | Final Thoughts

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