The BiG Page of Videography Questions Answered

We’re a managed network of trusted UK videographers. Think: the reliability of an agency, without the agency overheads.

Here’s the flow:

1. Videographers join our network
   We’re approached by operators looking for work, and we also approach operators we already know. Many of our team have been working with us for years.
2. We vet and categorise each operator
   We track what they’re genuinely good at (events, interviews, property tours, social content, etc.), where they’re based, and what kit they run.
3. You tell us what you need
   We gather the essentials: location, dates, deliverables, style, and any venue requirements (access, insurance, sound feed, etc.).
4. We match you with the right operator
   Not “whoever is free” — the best fit for your job and your outcomes.
5. We lock the filming plan
   We agree a simple shooting plan (what we’re capturing, in what order, and what “good” looks like).
6. Your videographer confirms logistics directly
   Parking, access times, contact person on the day, venue rules — all confirmed so the shoot runs smoothly.
7. After filming, we deliver your footage
   Depending on your package, that’s either raw footage (organised), clipped selects, or fully edited deliverables.

We primarily use freelance operators who work to our standards and process.

We also have a small core of trusted in-house operators who:

• support onboarding and assessments
• assist on higher-complexity jobs
• step in when a shoot needs extra cover or backup

What this means for you: you get flexible availability and consistent quality control.

We match based on four practical factors:

• Availability (how soon you need us)
• Location (closest suitable operator reduces travel cost and risk)
• Relevant experience (have they filmed this type of job before?)
• Preference and strengths (operators who enjoy the format usually get better results)

If travel, access time, or kit requirements change the scope, we’ll flag it early and adjust the quote clearly.

This is one of the biggest reasons clients book through us.

• We’ll replace the operator quickly from our network (often at short notice).
• If needed, one of our core operators can step in.
• You’re not left re-starting your search 24 hours before the shoot.

Yes.

• If it’s one operator across multiple locations, you simply cover the time and any unavoidable travel costs (parking, congestion, mileage where applicable).
• If you need two places covered at the same time, we’ll supply multiple operators.

If locations are close, we often keep additional costs minimal.

Option A — Filming only (raw footage, organised):

• folders split by camera (Camera A / Camera B, etc.)
• audio files clearly labelled (if separate recorders were used)
• a simple structure that your editor can understand instantly

Option B — Filming + “clipped selects” (light organisation):

• we trim obvious dead space (starts/stops, long gaps)
• we place footage into logical folders (interviews, b-roll, stage, arrivals, etc.)
• where we can, we label clips by speaker/topic

Option C — Filming + editing (finished deliverables):

• final exports in the formats you need (social, web, presentations)
• versions for different platforms if requested

If you tell us who’s being interviewed and the rough running order, we can label footage more accurately.

You get broad usage rights to use your footage for your business — including marketing and advertising — unless we’ve agreed something unusual in writing.

• You can use the footage freely for your business.
• We only use clips for our portfolio with your permission, and we’re always happy to agree “no public sharing” if you prefer.

Yes — we plan for both.

• If the primary goal is social, we can shoot with 9:16 as the priority.
• If the goal is web / YouTube / presentations, we capture 16:9 and also gather vertical-friendly coverage.
• Often the best solution is a hybrid approach: some shots framed specifically for vertical, plus horizontal masters.

Either way, you won’t end up with “beautiful footage” that’s unusable when it comes time to post.

By default:

• we deliver 4K where appropriate (unless you request otherwise)
• final delivery is typically .MP4 (easy to use across teams)

If you need:

• ProRes, Log, or other specific capture/delivery formats
  …we can do that — it’s just best agreed upfront, because file sizes and delivery methods change.

Default options:

• Cloud delivery (common for most jobs)

Other options:

• USB / memory card / hard drive delivery (at cost + postage)
• If you’re providing your own drive on the day, we can copy to that as part of the workflow.

We keep project footage for 6 weeks after delivery.

That gives you time to:

• download everything
• back it up internally
• confirm you’ve got what you need

After 6 weeks, we can’t guarantee we’ll still have access to the original rushes, so we recommend you treat delivery as “download and archive” within that window.

Clipping / organising (light-touch):

• trimming obvious dead space
• splitting into folders
• basic labelling where possible
• making the footage easier for your team to use

Editing (deliverables-focused):

• shaping a story (or working to a clear brief)
• selecting best moments
• colour correction / grading
• audio clean-up
• music (where appropriate/licensed)
• exporting multiple versions if needed

We can also add advanced touches when suitable (graphics, titles, background clean-up), but we’ll always keep it tasteful — especially for corporate and professional services.

Yes.

We can provide:

• SRT subtitle files
• full transcripts as text

Practical note: if you’re posting to TikTok/Instagram, many clients prefer to do final captions inside the app so they match platform behaviour and brand style. If you’re on a monthly plan and want everything handled end-to-end, we can do captions as part of the editing package.|?

Yes — we can output:

• LinkedIn-friendly versions (often calmer pacing, clearer framing)
• TikTok/Reels versions (strong hooks, quicker structure)
• YouTube/web versions (longer form, chaptered, cleaner audio)

We can also format for unusual screens (venue screens, trade shows, etc.) if you give us specs. 

Yes — but it requires planning.

A same-day edit usually needs:

• a dedicated editor working alongside the filming team
• a clear brief (what the edit needs to achieve)
• fast file handover and an approval plan

We’ve delivered same-day edits for conferences and large events — it’s brilliant when the logistics are right.

GEO is the idea of optimising content so AI-powered search tools can understand it clearly and (where relevant) reference it in their answers.

The simple version: AI systems like clarity.
Video helps most when it’s paired with:

• clear page headings
• short, direct answers
• supporting text (summary or transcript)
• proof and specifics (names, locations, what you did, what was delivered)

So a great strategy is: film a strong piece once → place it on a high-traffic page → add supporting text underneath.

 Not by default, but yes — we can add it for a small fee:

• transcript as a text file
• SRT subtitle file
• timestamps if you want chaptering

If you already use tools like Descript, you may prefer to generate transcripts internally — we’re fine either way.

Yes — if the goal is enquiries and conversion.

Embedding video on key pages typically helps:

• keep visitors on the page longer
• build trust faster
• answer objections without a sales call
• support search visibility by adding context around the video

YouTube is still useful — but your website is where the conversion happens.

Yes — if the questions are real and the answers are genuinely helpful.

FAQ pages work best when they:

• answer what customers actually ask before booking
• use clear headings
• link out to the relevant service pages (clinic, travel, care homes, etc.)
• remove uncertainty and speed up decisions

The goal isn’t “trick the algorithm”. It’s: reduce the reasons people hesitate.