The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Salinas, CA

“We cannot say enough positive things about A Beautiful Union and the work they did to capture our wedding on July 9th, 2022. Nathan (the on-site) videographer blended into our day seamlessly and Daniel was professional and friendly from the get go. Our wedding day was full of emotion and some unique storylines, The Beautiful Union team weaved each piece together in a video we will hold close to our hearts forever.”

A Beautiful Union

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,500
Serves Salinas, 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.

Alexis S., a year ago

“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!”

Weddings by LDF

5.0

Documentary style
Serves Salinas, 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.

Mary Fogleman N., a year ago

Gui Bittencourt Photography

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $1,200
Serves Salinas, CA

I'm a Brazilian photographer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles, specializing in multicultural weddings since 2018. I've photographed couples from over 40 countries, blending traditions from Mexico to Morocco, India to Ireland, Japan to Brazil. My style is vibrant, natural, and true to life—focused on authentic emotion and joyful moments.

“Discovery & Initial Communication I learned about Gui’s services through word of mouth. A friend highly recommended him after hiring him for her son’s birthday party. Based on her glowing review, I decided to hire him for my very intimate civil ceremony. My main goal was to have the event beautifully documented so we could share the final video with family and close friends. From the very start, communication with Gui was seamless. He was responsive, efficient, and incredibly patient when addressing my detailed inquiries. One aspect I truly appreciated was his initiative to schedule a pre-event video call. This gave him the opportunity to get to know us, understand our personalities, and discuss our expectations for the shoot. His willingness to listen and incorporate our ideas made the entire process feel collaborative and personal. Planning & Preparation One of the reasons I chose Gui was his ability to include a highlight reel in the video package—something I really wanted. During our meeting, he welcomed my ideas and suggestions for the final video, showing a genuine interest in delivering a product that reflected our vision. Gui’s level of preparation was impressive. He took the time to scout the courthouse and a nearby park beforehand, ensuring we had the best possible locations for our shoot. His preparedness and attention to detail gave me peace of mind leading up to the event. The Day of the Ceremony On the day of our civil ceremony, everything went smoothly. Gui greeted us warmly at the courthouse, immediately setting a positive and reassuring tone. His calm and easygoing demeanor helped ease my nerves—something I truly appreciated amidst the mix of adrenaline and excitement of the day. He captured moments effortlessly, allowing us to be present and enjoy our special day without feeling overly directed or staged. Final Thoughts & Recommendation Overall, I couldn’t be happier with Gui’s work. His professionalism, creativity, and dedication to capturing our special day exceeded my expectations. If you’re looking for a videographer who is not only talented but also personable and well-prepared, I highly recommend Gui. 10/10 – Would definitely hire him again!”

Sheila, a year ago

Still Do Media | Video & Photo

4.9

Documentary style
Starts at $1,350
Serves Salinas, CA

At Still Do Media, we believe your wedding deserves to be remembered beautifully. Choosing the right wedding photographer and videographer is one of the most important decisions you'll make, and we're here to make it easy.

“Still Do was so helpful and professional from the very first meeting. We booked for just videography services. Last week, our videographer was unexpectedly not available, but Still Do Media handled this situation very carefully and calmly, and they had a standby videographer in the backup team. Matt, our backup videographer, is amazing! He stepped in a few days before the wedding with professionalism and positive energy. He captured every detail in perfect style. I just had a little bad experience with how they deliver raw footage unprofessionally. Folders and clips are messed up and disorganized. But our experience with Still Do Media is incredible. We are always thankful for making our wedding such a memorable and joyful experience!”

Robinson K., 7 months ago

“Just the kindest couple and great to work with. I brought Emily and Dominic on to capture our wedding after speaking to many vendors, and have absolutely no regrets. They were attentive and positive from the consultation through delivery. I loved how personal the final films turned out to be, unlike many of the templatized ones that are commonplace these days, though I am not surprised given their process. They took time to understand our vision, and worked well with our planner to seamlessly integrate the specifics that we wanted into the wedding timeline (interviews with each of us, some key guests, and a few special surprises). As someone with a production background, I was really impressed with their professionalism and execution. Thank you for capturing our amazing day so well!”

Lost Generation Pictures

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $2,400
Serves Salinas, CA

As a husband‑and‑wife filmmaking team with over 20 years of combined experience, we specialize in crafting cinematic, story‑driven wedding films that preserve not just how your day looked, but how it felt. We believe your wedding film should feel like a true work of art—emotional, intentional, and deeply personal.

Robert L., 10 months ago

“Gwen and Mao were a pleasure to work with for our wedding photography and videography. Their communication style was straightforward, transparent, and easy-going, which made the planning process a breeze. The quality of their work is truly timeless and elegant. They were willing to meet with us at the venue before the wedding to go over all the important shots and locations, and provided so much positive feedback that put us at ease on the big day. Gwen and Mao went above and beyond for our wedding and delivered beautiful work that we will cherish for a lifetime.”

Hello Enamorada

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,500
Serves Salinas, CA

Hi! We are Hello Enamorada, a husband-and-wife wedding photography and videography team passionate about capturing love stories in a way that feels natural, timeless, and deeply meaningful. We are a full service, hands-on teams of creatives with over 15 year experience in the Industry. Our services include photography, video, content creation, cam corders and nostalgia edits.

Jackie, 5 months ago

“The attention to detail and creativity that was put into my wedding film was above and beyond what I was expecting. The video perfectly captured the day that my wife and I will cherish forever. Every detail I wanted in a wedding video and more was captured in this film. The video quality was exceptional, editing was perfect, and professionalism was top notch. Thank you Picture This!!!”

Picture This Weddings

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $2,200
Serves Salinas, CA

We offer documentary style videography with vibrant colors and emotional story telling. Elliot and Chas, the faces behind the lens, are longtime friends with a passion for filmmaking. They pride themselves on crafting films that reflect the couple and authentically tell their one-of-a-kind love story. Picture This Productions specializes in unparalleled editing and sound design to make even ordinary moments seem cinematic. Throughout the process, we'll focus on your wishes and needs to craft a film that fits your vision. Reach out so we can schedule an intro call and get you booked for your wedding day.

Tei V., 10 months ago

“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.”

Éterna Films

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,990
Serves Salinas, CA
Offer

Éterna Films is a husband-and-wife creative team based in Los Angeles. We absolutely love capturing weddings through both photo and video. Our style is a mix of documentary and cinematic — real, beautiful moments with an artistic feel.

Emma R., 9 months ago

Hitched & Highlighted - Video Lite & Content Creation

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $725
Serves Salinas, CA

Hi there! We're Justin + Nicole, Marine Corps Veteran + the owners/operators of HH - LOCAL to you with a TINY team of 2 per city to keep quality high and using local video vendors as you would. With 600+ 5-star reviews in our sister brand White Fox, our goal is to SAVE you money on wedding video with Video Lite. We formed HH in 2023 after struggling to find an affordable wedding video option for our wedding - so much that we went without :( Now we run our own small business catering to just that! Your package includes: -Ceremony recording -Highlight reel -RAW videos -RAW photos -Payment plans -Photo/video bundles -No fees!

“As a photographer that has worked along side one of Hitched & Highlighted creators, I have nothing but praise to share! Not only was the creator professional and easy to work with, but they also were creative and proactive when it came to capturing the couples events throughout the day. We worked as a cohesive team to capture the day flawlessly for the couple! Definitely will always recommend for other couples!”

Chelsea, 3 months ago

“Finisterre Visuals was fantastic to work with for our wedding video. Ryan, the videographer, easily described the scenes and shooting locations he wanted to capture, which made the process feel smooth and organized. He worked tirelessly to capture every special moment of our wedding day, with no issues. Ryan presighted the venue ahead of time and came in with a plan, which made the preparations much less stressful. As the sole videographer on site in a public space, he was able to seamlessly capture the sound and footage. Ryan was fully committed to our goal of creating an authentic, high-quality video that would let us relive our wedding day for years to come. The setup and scene prep felt effortless and not at all awkward. We couldn't be happier with the final product and highly recommend Finisterre Visuals.”

Finisterre Visuals

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,500
Serves Salinas, CA

So what does finisterre mean? Finisterre is Latin. If you know some Spanish, you’ll recognize two words squeezed into one: “fin” and “tierra,” essentially meaning the world’s end. Don’t worry, not in an apocalyptic sense of the word — it’s actually a place. It’s where the Romans once stood in modern-day Spain. They looked across the vast Atlantic Ocean, and thought to themselves “is this the end of the road?” Finisterre is an ode to that majestic feeling of unknown. Getting married is one of those unique experiences.

Cassie, a year ago

“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.”

Films by Nadia

4.8

Documentary style
Starts at $2,000
Serves Salinas, 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 ♡

Megan R., a year ago

“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!”

BENJAMIN THOMAS FILM

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $4,000
Serves Salinas, 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.

LIXIN & X., 4 years ago

“I'm incredibly grateful for Ceaser and Hailee and the amazing work they've done. The photos and videos they captured for both our engagement and wedding are absolutely breathtaking. Their communication was top-notch, and they made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. I will definitely continue to go to them for all our photography and videography needs, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to others. Their hard work and talent truly make them stand out!”

Timeless Moments Co.

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $2,400
Serves Salinas, CA

Hello! We're Cesar and Hailee, a couple who loves capturing love stories! At our core, we're a team of passionate wedding photographer and filmmakers who love nothing more than capturing life's most beautiful moments. There's something truly magical about being able to not only look back but hear and feel the moments that made your heart race. Thats the beauty of film.

Kaylee p., a year ago

Bustle & Twine Videography

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $4,490
Serves Salinas, CA

Bustle & Twine specializes in documentary wedding videography - telling the story of your day through all the beautiful details, unexpected surprises, and candid emotions as they unfold. We strive to capture every moment of your day while keeping a low profile.

“We hired B&T for our wedding videography as part of a package with our photography. It was so seamless and they were so professional! They did an amazing job capturing all the sweet moments of our big day while somehow being barely noticeable. The trailer, highlight reel, and ceremony/reception videos were so sweet, we cried while watching them. We loved working with the whole B&T team so much, I absolutely would not hesitate to work with them again. Just really wonderful people who do fantastic videography.”

Tara R., 2 years ago

“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!”

Sun Hand Films

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,000
Serves Salinas, 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!

Deana N., a year ago

Sea Monstrosity Pictures

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $2,000
Serves Salinas, 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.

“I just can't get over how amazing the photos turned out. My entire family is just in awe of your talent! You captured every moment in such a beautiful, natural manner. Looking at the photos makes me feel like I'm reliving every aspect of my very favorite day.”

Julie, 3 years ago

Jones Media | Videography

5.0

Documentary style
Serves Salinas, CA

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., 9 months ago

LOVE + WOLVES WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHY

Filmsimbuedwithlove

Documentary style
Starts at $2,500
Serves Salinas, CA

As bride and groom, you may not get to see everything that is happening around you. We want to capture the moments you are not able to see. We want to capture the emotions you are feeling. We want you to stay in your moment. The unposed, just natural and candid moments. The most raw and pure moments of your love.

Documentary style
Starts at $4,200
Serves Salinas, CA

HI! WE ARE LOVE + WOLVES CO. WE ARE AN AWARD-WINNING BICOASTAL COLLECTIVE OF CREATIVES CONSISTING OF PHOTO + VIDEO JOURNALISTS, AN EDITORIAL BEAUTY TEAM, WEDDING STYLISTS, COORDINATORS + A PHOTO BOOTH. ALSO WE MAKE BOOKS! WE ARE ALL ABOUT THE CANDID MOMENT AND, ABOVE ALL, BELIEVE IN ANYTHING FOR LOVE.

“We cannot say enough good things about our wedding videographer, Ally! From the moment we booked her, she went above and beyond—even traveling from out of town to be part of our day. Our wedding was at the Marriott Water Street in Tampa, Florida, and Ally captured the setting, the emotion, and every beautiful detail perfectly. She exceeded every expectation we had—not only are her videos stunning, but she also made us and our guests feel comfortable and cared for the entire day. She has a calm, professional presence and an incredible eye for both the big moments and the little ones we might have missed. Thanks to Ally, we have timeless memories we'll cherish forever. If you're looking for someone talented, kind, and truly dedicated to their craft, Ally is your person!”

Allyamore Visuals

5.0

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

* $250 off Winter (Dec/Jan/Feb) Wedding 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. • 100+ 5 star reviews • Close team of 5 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 wedding packages • Afterpay & Payment Plans Accepted

Tara M., 7 months ago

“Amanda was the perfect pick for our wedding! She was so nice throughout the day and even took some stunning drone shots before the event even started! We loved our final film so much.”

Purple Thistle Films

5.0

Documentary style
Serves Salinas, CA for additional fees

Hi! I am a wedding filmmaker and award winning documentary filmmaker, shooting digital and Super 8 film. I make digital long format documentary wedding films, digital highlight films with 1 song and no day of audio and Super 8 highlight films. 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 looking for someone with great instincts who can encapsulate your day authentically, reflecting the spontaneity of the moment. Love all love.

Belinda, a year ago

“We are not joking when we say that we hired Saja from Mawaddah productions at 8:30 am on our wedding day after realizing that we almost made one of the biggest mistakes by not having a videographer. And this was definitely the BEST decision we made. We were amazed that Saja not only managed to travel two hours from Boston to Alstead New Hampshire with a last minute notice for the job, but also exceeded our expectations by capturing all these priceless and unforgettable moments with little to no preparation other than a timeline flyer a few hours beforehand. The cinematography is insane: she films so beautifully and candidly, and her attention to details is unparalleled. Through her art and vision, she was able to translate this day which needless to say, went by overwhelmingly fast, into such a beautiful beautiful endless everlasting memory that we can now forever replay. We ABSOLUTELY ADOREDDDD the teaser, the short wedding film and the feature film. We shared it with our entire families and friends and they are completely in love. The short wedding film is on constant repeat. We could not thank her and recommend her enough for her incredible work and talent.”

Mawaddah Productions

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $5,700
Serves Salinas, 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.

Lea Hajjar E., 2 years ago

“We used Conner for our wedding on May 3, 2025. We were looking for a DJ and our photographer who had worked with him multiple times had recommended him…. Fast forward we found out he also did videography and we booked him for both- and we are so glad we did! He was so amazing, along with our photographer, they worked together so well and made sure we stayed on schedule and got all the moments captured we wanted. We almost didn’t go with videography but I’m so glad we decided to! He did such an amazing job with both the video and DJ. If we could do the day again, we would 100% have him again! He is so great to work with and so professional, I would recommend him to everyone! Thank you so much Conner for capturing the best day of our lives, the video was even better than we ever imagined. I hope we have the chance to work with you again in the future for another event. THANK YOU!!!!”

Williams Event Services

5.0

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

Conner Williams specializes in wedding videography, blending creativity and technical expertise to craft films that beautifully capture each couple’s unique love story. With a background in TV production and content creation, he brings a professional touch to every project. Conner’s personal approach ensures your wedding day is documented with care, creating timeless memories to cherish forever. Having completed plenty of weddings, his experience and dedication make him a trusted choice for preserving life’s most meaningful moments.

Libby B., 7 months ago

“Tyler is an absolute blast day of, and is incredibly communicative and personable. Dream Space Weddings produce seriously stunning cinematic films, and add some creative flair that makes the final film so enjoyable to rewatch. Definitely recommend.”

Dream Space Weddings

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,500
Serves Salinas, CA for additional fees

Dream Space Weddings is a wedding and elopement videography & photography company based in New York. We are a small team of artists dedicated to creating the greatest wedding videos out there, and we also make sure to support our couples along their wedding journey in every way. Making sure your venue is perfect, connecting other vendors, keeping timeline smooth... we bring not just our art, but our experience to make your wedding perfect.

Emily Braun, 3 years ago

“Anthony captured ALL of our favorite moments during our wedding. He was very attentive and even helped guide us during certain moments when taking photos. I have recommended him to many friends and they all love him and his work!!”

lovebyanthony

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,000
Serves Salinas, CA for additional fees
Offer

Hi I’m Anthony! I’ve had a camera in my hands since I was 14 - what started as a teenage curiosity quickly grew into a lifelong passion for storytelling. Over the years, I’ve taught myself everything I know about filmmaking, and after filming my first wedding five years ago, I knew I had found my purpose. There’s something truly special about capturing the emotion, laughter, and small, unspoken moments that make a wedding day unforgettable. It’s an honor every single time I get to help couples preserve that feeling forever

Michael S., 7 months ago

“We had the absolute best time working with Dianna from start to finish! She was detail-oriented, creative and shared my artistic vision. From our phone conversations to the day of the wedding, my husband and I were delighted to have her with us. We were delivered a 30 minute wedding video that we will cherish forever.”

Dianna Nguyen Films

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $4,950
Serves Salinas, 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.

Megan W., 2 years ago

“My husband and I were going back and forth on whether we wanted videography at our wedding, and I am so so glad we decided to go with stamper films! Firstly, they were affordable and fit in our budget. Even better, their style is documentary-like filming which we love! Looking at our videos now, it feels like an authentic, real, romantic view was captured. Yan Li was super easy to work with & everything went seamlessly. We felt very comfortable with him & his assistant, and they were so respectful of our photographer as well. Our wedding video makes me cry just thinking about it. Then I turn it on & I really start to cry— our vows overlayed on top of the footage, the scenery & details that were captured, & especially the emotion Stamper Films got on camera. 10/10 and if I ever needed videography again I would go to Stamper Films.”

Stamper Films LLC

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $2,000
Serves Salinas, 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.

Melinda and S., 2 years ago