The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Goleta, CA

The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Goleta, CA

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32 Wedding Videographers in Goleta, CA

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Cook Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hi there, my name is Caleb but most people call me Cook. I spent almost 13 years in the southeast filming weddings, events, corporate gigs and commercials. I moved to California in 2012 and pursued a different career. A couple years ago I decided to get back into event videography and started Cook Captures. When shooting events I have a very hands off candid style. I love to capture people naturally having fun, enjoying the day and creating memories. Every event I film is unique and each film ends up with it’s own story and narrative that fit the couple, venue, guests and overall vibe of your wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cook is super easy going and easy to get along with. His work also speaks for itself, it’s high quality and exactly what you want! He captures people in the entirety and a good turn around time. I would highly recommend him to everyone!
Tessa, a year ago
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Riviera Productions 
  • Documentary style
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Our mission: capture memories and create movies to last a lifetime. There are so many little moments in life that go by so fast - we see and capture them so those memories not only last, but are there to be replayed any time you want to remember, and smile. Our team shares a passion for film and storytelling, and has over 25 years combined experience in video production, including award-winning documentaries and films. We have filmed at venues all over Santa Barbara County and beyond, and know all the great spots to get the shots!

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Motel Cinema 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Fueled by nostalgic recalling we aim to create a film that is timeless and authentic. Motel Cinema is based out of San Diego, Ca and our approach to weddings is inspired by the untraditional travelers before us, who hit the road in search of adventure into the unknown. We don't like boxes and we don't want wedding films that fit into one. If that tickles your fancy let's get weird.

Awarded Best of Zola
WOW! Where do I even start??? Brandon is THE MAN! He was an absolute dream to work with & made all my wedding videos dreams come true! He is truly gifted with making our wedding day come to life! I watch the video over and over and cry my eyes out! Getting a videographer was the #1 best decision and the 2nd best was hiring Motel Cinema!! Worth every penny & then some! Will definitely be hiring him again for our vow renewals & special events!!! He’s also super fun to hang out with!! Thank you Brandon for everything! -The Congers
Christa C., 4 months ago
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A Beautiful Union 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hire one team for photography and videography! We are a wedding studio based in Portland, Oregon. We strive to capture timeless, heartfelt, and sincere imagery for couples in Portland and across the West Coast.

From the moment we booked A Beautiful Union, the videography team was a dream to work with. Their communication was prompt, clear, and they took the time to truly understand our vision for the day. The quality of their work was top-notch - exquisite, pristine, and preciously detailed . On the day of our wedding, Daniel from A Beautiful Union was an absolute pleasure to have by our side, capturing all the special moments in a way that felt natural and unobtrusive. The final video was more beautiful than we could have imagined, allowing us to relive our wedding day over and over again. I can't think of a better person to trust with preserving the memories of your special day than A Beautiful Union. Highly, highly recommend!
Caitlyn H., 6 months ago
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Weddings by LDF 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Goleta, CA
  • Offer

Weddings by LDF specializes in documentary wedding films that place an emphasis on real, authentic moments. By preserving natural tones you're getting a film that looks classic and true to life. Owner Ray Lewis has been in business for more than nine years. He and his team film more than 300 love stories per year, and each celebration moves and inspires them all over again. Ray and his team don’t just enjoy what they do; they feel blessed to share in something truly extraordinary. They love making connections with their clients and witnessing moments that touch the heart.

Awarded Best of Zola
LDF films is AMAZING! They are so professional and so friendly. This was a part of the wedding day I did not need to worry about because Ray and his team had everything flowing great! I could not recommend them more!
Mary Fogleman N., 9 months ago
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Wild Light Films 

4.2

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Welcome to Wild Light Films, an elevated-modern wedding videography team specializing in non-posing and fresh wedding videos and authentic Super 8mm films! As a married person myself, I understand how important it is to be mindful when searching for your wedding dream team. To me, it should feel like assembling a group of friends for a laid-back weekend. We are here to bring that fun and friendly energy, capturing every moment with warmth and authenticity.a

Awarded Best of Zola
Wild Light Films was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. Steven worked with our budget to create films that really impressed my wife and I, as well as our families and friends. Special shoutout to Scott for being so easy to work with on our wedding day and capturing great footage. We highly recommend Wild Light Films for couples to capture their wedding day.
Mary and J., 9 months ago
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Films by Nadia 

4.8

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Intimate and unique films tailored to you. Every wedding is different, just like every couple. What they all share in common is our love for getting together. Our need to share and connect is as human as it gets. As life takes us in different directions, getting together can become a challenge. So when our family and friends make the time to get together, we want to make sure to remember it and capture those moments. That’s where we come in. We want to capture the big and little moments of your celebration, because these moments are worth preserving ♡

Nadia was absolutely AMAZING to work with and captured our day BEAUTIFULLY. Nadia came recommended to us by our photographer, and we are so grateful that we found her. She was very receptive to how we wanted the video to look and made sure we were comfortable while filming. She was able to help cue us into doing certain things that came out AMAZING on film. I cannot recommend Nadia enough. Thank you Nadia for the love and care you showed my husband and I and for the way you were able to capture the energy of our wedding so perfectly.
Megan R., 2 months ago
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Hello Enamorada 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We're Gwen & Mao- your photo and video leads, and owners at Hello Enamorada. We're an All-Inclusive Wedding Media team offering Video, Photography and Content Creation services in a seamless experience. We are located Centrally, but cover all of California. Bonuses available for those planning a Destination Wedding in Mexico. Ask us about it.

Hello Enamorada captured our save the date video and engagement photos! The photos and video turned out so beautifully. We had such a great first experience with them and we were thrilled to have them on our wedding day! 3 Despite it being so hot and having so many photos that we wanted, Gwen and Mao were so patient and kind to us and our families and made sure we got all of the photos we wanted!
Cailynne A., 6 months ago
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KS Media Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Based in Southern California - filming wherever your love goes. With 5 years as a professional videographer, I discovered a passion for filming weddings and documenting moments that’ll last forever. I have a background in video production and as a colorist as well as a degree in Film Production from NYU.

We are so grateful to have had such an amazing videographer for our wedding! From the moment he arrived, he was professional, friendly, and made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera. He worked seamlessly throughout the day, capturing every special moment without ever feeling intrusive. His passion and attention to detail were evident, and we could tell he truly cares about creating something special for his couples. While we haven’t received our video yet, we have no doubt that it’s going to be absolutely incredible. Based on his professionalism and the way he handled everything on the big day, we are beyond excited to relive our wedding through his work! If you’re looking for a videographer who is not only talented but also a joy to work with, we highly recommend him. We can’t wait to see the final result!
Mylee M., 3 months ago
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BENJAMIN THOMAS FILM 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

My name is Ben. I am a LA-based Wedding Filmmaker who runs on emotion-driven films that tell the story of you as a couple. The wedding day for sure! - But lets be honest, the wedding day is only whatit is because of who you are together before and after the day is done. Let's get some of that. That's the stuff that lasts longer than a few years after your wedding. The stuff your kids will pull out and watch.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ben is such a talented videographer! We are super happy with the film and had a great experience working with him. His artistic take on editing and music makes the film an emotion triggering art piece. We also really appreciate his support during the pandemic. We had to reschedule twice during the whole process, not only was he flexible, he didn't even raise the price after two years and flew all the way to Seattle for our wedding. Thank you, Ben!
LIXIN & X., 3 years ago
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Éterna Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,490
  • Serves Goleta, CA
  • Offer

At Éterna Films, we believe wedding photos and films should be more than just a sequence of beautiful shots—they should be an experience. We use a mix of cameras to capture raw emotions, unexpected moments, and the little details that make your love story yours. But beyond the artistry, what drives us is YOU. Being part of your journey is an honor, and we take that responsibility to heart. Decades from now, when you press play, we want you to feel it all over again—the joy, the laughter, the love. Because that’s what truly matters. Your memories deserve to be timeless.

From the moment we first spoke with Ivan and the Éterna Films team, we knew we had made the right choice for our wedding videography. Their thoughtful attention to detail, seamless and unobtrusive approach, and professional, amazing, and creative work exceeded all our expectations. Ivan and his team arrived early to scout the venue and went above and beyond to ensure our day was truly special. We can't stop watching our wedding video and photos, which allow us to relive the joy, laughter, and love of our celebration. We highly recommend Éterna Films to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated videography team to capture their special day.
Emma R., 7 days ago
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Bedrosian Studios 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Bedrosian Studios specializes in photography and videography for events with a cinematic and candid style. Our goal is to make sure every couple has an easy and comfortable experience from booking to receiving their final product. We take pride in our work and try to capture each event in a personalized way that highlights the emotions and sentiments behind each unique experience.

Peter and his team at Bedrosian Studios were amazing to work with. We had a 4-day event and they didn't skip a beat. Their work was clean, timeless, and captured more than we could have asked for. During our sessions, Peter made sure we were comfortable and taken care of. Peter was like a friend taking our photos, not just a vendor. He did an incredible job capturing our special day.
Diana & M., 2 months ago
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Sun Hand Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hello! I am based in Phoenix but travel all over! With over 12 years of wedding experience I love creating documentary style films. Using super 8 + digital video blended together to create fun and playful videography for weddings and elopements!

Kendra and team did an absolutely phenomenal job capturing the essence of our wedding day in Sun Valley. The video she created was a wonderful blend of digital and 8mm highlighting every special moment with artistry and attention to detail. From the breathtaking scenery of Sun Valley to the intimate moments, Kendra’s work exceeded all our expectations. We couldn’t be happier with the final product and will cherish this video forever. Highly recommend her services to anyone looking to capture their special day!
Deana N., 6 months ago
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Sea Monstrosity Pictures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA

Hey there, I'm Sea Mo! I'm a video artist and an indie film director. I started making movies and videos when I was a kid because I was extremely sentimental. I think video is the most important tool we have for posterity and preserving memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
Chelsea is an absolute pleasure to work with! Always kind, friendly and super easy to work with! Her work is beautiful and creative and has a unique edge to to it which is representive of her as an artist! She's a great team player and a joy to work with as a Wedding Planner! I highly recommend Sea Monstrosity Pictures to all my couples! 3
Calla Lily Event Planning, 2 years ago
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Jones Media | Videography 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Goleta, CA
  • Offer

Jones Media is a wedding photography and videography company that is dedicated to capturing the love, emotion, and joy of your special day. Founded by a team of passionate and talented photographers and videographers, Jones Media strives to deliver exceptional quality and service to every couple they work with. With years of experience in the wedding industry, the team at Jones Media understands the importance of capturing the intimate moments that make your day unique.

Jones Media - Videography was a wonderful choice for our wedding video. From our first interaction, their communication was quick, amazing, and kind. The quality of their work was beautiful and fun, perfectly capturing all the special moments of our day. Their team was so sweet to work with and they were amazing in every aspect, from the office staff to the videographer. I would highly recommend Jones Media to anyone looking for a top-notch wedding videographer.
Lexi C., 22 days ago
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The Shalom Imaginative 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Goleta, CA

We are The Shalom Imaginative, wedding videographers in Los Angeles with a candid, documentary style. Our videos are never cheesy or boring and capture the true essence of your day. We want you to always remember how your celebration felt.

The Shalom Imaginative are EXCELLENT photographers for any event or occasion! From the start, Nate and his team made my fiancé and I feel we were in good hands for our wedding day. They are friendly, professional and answered all our questions quickly throughout the process. Our photographer for the day was Igor. He was fun to have around and also delivered amazing photos in a big way! We were so happy with how our photos turned out that we bought two photo albums afterwards (one for us and one to gift to my mother in law). We are so happy we went with the Shalom Imaginative for our big day and highly recommend them to anyone in need of photographers!
Vanessa & M., 2 years ago
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Allyamore Visuals 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

* $250 off remaining Spring 2025 dates! * A close knit team of photographers and filmmakers lead by me, Ally - specializing in preserving the moments of your day in a creative intentional way! I believe no matter who, what budget, where, and when - your day deserves to be captured beautifully. • 60+ 5 star reviews on Google • Close team of 6 photographers, videographers and content creators with no outsourcing ever - and all editing done by Ally herself to maintain consistency • No travel fees for USA full weddings • Afterpay Accepted

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot recommend Ally Amore Visuals highly enough! From my first contact with Ally, I knew she would be the perfect wedding videographer to capture our day! Ally is very friendly, knowledgeable, and really walks you through every step of the process. She really knows media in and out, since she is also a photographer and content creator in addition to being a videographer! She really listens to what her clients are looking for and definitely tailors the experience accordingly. The day of the wedding, Ally was such a wonderful presence and worked seamlessly with the rest of our media team! I just received our ceremony video from her and I am obsessed with it! We are so lucky to have had Ally as our videographer! Even though our wedding is over, I hope to work with Ally sometime again in the future!
Taylor D., 25 days ago
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Purple Thistle Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

*Please note, I live in Rhode Island! Beyond 3 hours away I ask for a travel fee.* Hi! I am a wedding filmmaker and award winning documentary filmmaker, shooting digital and Super 8 film. I consider wedding days exciting opportunities to step into communities and make something beautiful that reflects who people are and their experience. Get in touch if you are in search of a documentary artist with great instincts who can encapsulate your day authentically, reflecting the spontaneity of the moment. Love all love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Purple Thistle Films was a dream to work with. Very communicative, patient and incorporated all my requests. The footage was naturalistic and beautiful. Amanda's attention to detail made the footage shine. Highly recommend
Emma, a year ago
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Enchanted Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

Wedding videography is my side hustle. I love capturing peoples days and making them a product that they will have for years to come. I work in the entertainment industry full time and freelance video edit on the side. I also do photography as well. I do photography, videography and content creation.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kristiann did an amazing job with our videography! She communicated great beforehand and worked with my coordinator to make sure everything was good to go in our schedule. She was very thorough to get all the shots I wanted and then some! She was great to work with and our video was fantastic. She captured some great moments and my whole family laughed and cried. She definitely did some great comedic cuts as well from the night to make it something I will love to watch forever! I definitely recommend her for your wedding.
Reanne B., 2 years ago
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Hereafter Films - Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

Hereafter is a wedding production house of talented videographers & photographers serving the Pacific Northwest & Central Texas. Throw out the stress of formulaic & performative weddings. We want you to have an experience-driven, true-to-you celebration with cohesive & creative wedding photography & videography to remember it all. When your veil flies in your face, when you wipe your tears on your sleeve, when you dance until you can't breathe, that's where we thrive. When you trust us to capture those real and honest moments, you end up with photos & video about your love that transcend time.

Do you want a cinematic piece of art to remember your wedding day? Sharayah and Ryan are my go-to, number one recommended videographers. Sure, on the vendor side they are a dream to work with, but on the client side you can have a piece of mind knowing that your wedding will be thoughtfully and artistically documented by two of the most loving, fun, and talented duo. I'm already married but cannot wait to hire Hereafter for a vow renewal someday. They are A++
Gloria Goode, 4 years ago
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Mawaddah Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,700
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

Mawaddah Productions a women-owned videography company who has been dedicated to artistic and authentic storytelling worldwide for years. Specializing in wedding cinematography, Mawaddah Productions delicately crafts documentary heirloom films for romantics.

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I cannot thank Saja and Mawaddah Productions enough for producing the wedding film of my dreams! Saja was a joy to work with. She is exactly the type of person you want around you on your wedding day: calm, kind, and professional. Saja was proactive about communicating with my husband and I during the planning process and made an effort to get to know us and understand our hopes for our wedding day. The final film reflected that intentionality by showcasing the feelings and details of our day beautifully and authentically. Saja made us feel valued throughout the process of working with her, and went above and beyond by including some surprises with the delivery of our film. We will treasure our wedding film for decades to come.
Freya & Z., a year ago
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Noah Simmons Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

I'm Noah! I’m a wedding videographer with a passion for turning real love stories into cinematic masterpieces. When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me watching movies, hiking with my wife, or playing guitar. Basically, I love good stories, good adventures, and good vibes—just like a great wedding day. If you’re looking for a wedding film that’s heartfelt, cinematic, and totally you, let’s chat!

Noah did such an amazing job and we could not have been happier with how our video turned out! We described what we were hoping for with the overall vibe and he gave us exactly what we imagined. He was so professional and easy to work with too. So happy with how everything turned out.
Kristen and M., 2 months ago
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Dianna Nguyen Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,950
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

When inviting me in to tell a part of your story, you are letting me into your relationship. No matter the session, elopement, or wedding, I will capture without reserve everything from the smallest details to the greatest landscape; so when you return to this story you will feel everything. From the last light on the horizon to the messy and playful love, your film will hold memories, not just videos.

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We were really struggling to find a videographer that understood what we wanted and was within our budget. Dianna was warm and friendly from the start! She was very patient as we talked through everything we wanted in our video. On the day of our wedding, she was very thorough and captured some shots that we didn't even know happened! We were worried that our photographer and videographer would get in the way of guests' views but Dianna was very respectful and was able to capture beautiful footage without disrupting our guests. We cannot recommend Dianna enough!
Ashley, 3 years ago
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Stamper Films LLC 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

Stamper Films has been capturing and editing videos since 2014. Our goal is to tell the story of your wedding in a thoughtful, creative, and genuine way so that you and your guests can remember and relive this special day for years to come.

Yan was a great videographer! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Stamper Films. They captured the spirit of our wedding so beautifully and we will enjoy our video for years to come. The day went by so fast, so having all the important moments captured on film is wonderful. Yan and his team were very professional and easy to work with from start to finish and produced a very high quality video. Highly recommend!
Veronica Z., 10 months ago
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Food & Cake Wedding Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

HEYYY! *waves hands* We are Leandra & Clinton Cunanan, owners and lead videographers of Food & Cake Wedding Films. We are huge advocates for doing exactly what you want on your wedding day. We had the most epic wedding of all time (ask us about it!), but we didn't hire a videographer. And now this why we do what we do. It's the best feeling knowing each one of our couples will be able to relive their wedding day for the rest of their lives. We didn't have that, and now we get to give that to you!

I am so blown away by not only the quality of Clint and Leandra's work as videographers, but also what wonderful people they are! Not even halfway through our first zoom with them to talk about what packages they offer and our vision for the day I knew they were the perfect fit for us! Being with them on the wedding day felt like hanging out with old friends, they were amazing at blending in to the crowd to capture candid moments while also giving us prompts that created some of our favorite memories of the day. They worked so well with our other vendors and I don't think our day would have been complete without them. They are masters at what they do, and also the perfect people to have during a busy and, at times, stressful day (Leandra was able to bussle my dress when no one else could get the loop on the buttons AND snagged me some appetizers when I was resting my feet after the receiving line, she was a lifesaver!) My husband and I both teared up watching our trailer and highlight reel, and then happy cried getting to see our whole ceremony, private vows, speeches, and first dances. I know this is footage we’ll be so happy to look back on in the years to come, not just of my husband and I but of our whole families as well! I'm so happy we found Food Cake, you will not regret hiring this fantastic couple!
Megan + T., a year ago
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Hevesi Journal 
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,850
  • Serves Goleta, CA for additional fees

Hello, my name is David, and I am a wedding filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia. While I call Atlanta home, I love to travel and capture beautiful stories across various destinations. My passion lies in crafting films that truly reflect the authenticity of each couple, bringing their unique story to life. Traveling allows me to explore new places, helping me find the perfect settings to enhance every couple's big day. I look forward to creating unforgettable wedding films that showcase the emotions, moments, and love that make each wedding day truly special.

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About wedding videographers in Goleta, CA

How much do couples typically pay for wedding videography in Goleta, CA?

In Goleta, CA, wedding videography ranges from $300 to $10,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the videographer's ability to capture and edit the footage of your special day.

Do most videographers capture drone footage?

92% of videographers in Goleta, CA have Drone capabilities!

Which are the most popular videographers in Goleta, CA?

Some of the most popular videographers in this area include Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film (Video Listing), Eivan's Photo & Video and Pluvia Studios.

What's the most common type of deliverables for videographers in Goleta, CA?

Most videographers offer a Highlight reel or Short feature deliverable.

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