The Rising Trend of Freelance Photographers: Exploring the Benefits of Hiring External Camera Professionals

2019.06.22 published

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Can the time of the wedding be preserved as a treasure beyond memory?

☑ An emotional speech from a respected boss

☑ The profound gaze of parents

☑ Congratulations from friends

☑ A wonderful surprise from the groom

The moments at a wedding are a series of wonderful experiences ♡

Whether this treasure of life can be turned into a "record that can be revisited at any time," rather than just a memory, actually depends on the skill of the photographer!

The day of the wedding itself is surely special for everyone.

However, when it comes to "wedding photos and videos," it can be surprisingly different.

"They didn't take good photos at all!" "I don't like any of the pictures!" "The wedding itself was a good memory, but the photos make me sad, so I don't want to look at them!" "I regretted not ordering the video because it's expensive, but I should have saved it."

Don't you often hear comments like these?

To avoid such a sad situation, carefully considering the choice of photographer is crucial.

Who should we ask?

So, who is the best person to hire for photos and videos?

There are three common options:

① Hiring a photographer affiliated with the wedding venue

② Hiring an external photographer

③ Asking friends or acquaintances

These are the three patterns.

Asking a friend could create memories, but it can put a big burden on them, and if you want them to enjoy the meal and hospitality, it might be better not to.

Comparing the affiliated photographers at the wedding venue and external photographers:

☑ It's often cheaper to hire external photographers than to rely on the wedding venue.

☑ The quality is often higher when hiring externally than when relying on the venue

(because it requires skills to be chosen as an external photographer).

Therefore, many smart brides preparing for their weddings tend to hire external photographers for photos and videos.

Recommended: "Kokoro Switch" for external photography and videography ♡

So, what kind of photographers or companies should you ask for external services?

First of all, it is recommended to check out "Kokoro Switch" ♡

Since opening in 2011, Kokoro Switch has delivered videos and photos to over 3,000 couples, making it a trusted company.＊

It specializes in producing opening videos, profile videos, end rolls, and photography and videography for the wedding day.♩

➡ Check out Kokoro Switch's website here＊

Originally, Kokoro Switch was a production company for profile videos, but it has partnered with photographers across various regions and can now also handle shooting both still and moving images nationwide.＊

Since Kokoro Switch, being a video company, partners only with high-quality photographers it trusts, you can feel assured!♡

Let's take a look at some sample works＊

Here is the "Cinematic" product for the wedding day record video.

It presents high-definition footage shot with a single-lens camera dramatically, much like a movie.＊

This is the end roll for the day. It uses the "LASH" template, incorporating the wedding date, time, number of guests, and other details.♡

This is not just a conventional end roll that simply connects visuals; it is stylish and leaves a lasting impression on anyone who sees it.＊

There are also end rolls specifically for 1.5 parties or receptions only, making it popular among brides planning a simple party with friends after a wedding abroad.♩

It's emotional and makes you want to revisit it again and again.♡

The wedding photos taken on the day also have the charm of being shot stylishly like scenes from a movie.♡

Of course, all plans include the delivery of 《all data》 for the photos.＊

➡ Check the actual photos taken on the day here＊

Product and pricing list here ♡

Here's a list of Kokoro Switch's offerings.♡

Let's compare the content and price with what you'd get if you hired the wedding venue.♩

《Snap photos》

☑ Ceremony to reception: 72,800 JPY

☑ Reception only: 52,800 JPY

☑ After-party only: 36,800 JPY

➡ Check the product list for snap photos here＊

《Record video》

☑ Ceremony to reception: 64,800 JPY

☑ Reception only: 47,800 JPY

☑ Single-lens video cinematic: 94,800 JPY

☑ Single-lens video cinematic PLUS: 124,800 JPY

(Cinematic is a recorded video finished in a movie style. PLUS includes a digest of the main part.)

➡ Check the product list for record videos here＊

《End roll》

☑ On-the-spot re-entry end roll (STANDARD/LASH): 86,800 JPY

☑ On-the-spot party end roll (STANDARD/LASH): 76,800 JPY

☑ On-the-spot ceremony end roll: 66,800 JPY

☑ Photo end roll: 37,800 JPY

➡ Check the product list for end rolls here＊

《Discounted set products♡》

☑ On-the-spot re-entry end roll + snap photos: 156,800 JPY

☑ On-the-spot re-entry end roll + single-lens video cinematic: 156,800 JPY

☑ On-the-spot re-entry end roll + record video: 151,800 JPY

☑ Snap photos on the day + single-lens video cinematic: 166,800 JPY

☑ Snap photos on the day + record video: 136,800 JPY

☑ Snap photos on the day + on-the-spot re-entry end roll + single-lens video cinematic: 216,800 JPY

☑ Snap photos on the day + on-the-spot re-entry end roll + record video: 216,800 JPY

There are also beneficial set products for couples planning to hold only a 1.5 party or reception.♩

➡ Check the product list for set products here＊

Free travel areas here ♡

Moreover, Kokoro Switch has several areas that they travel to for free, which is attractive too.＊

(Typically, hiring an external photographer incurs additional travel costs.)

The green prefectures have free video and photo shoots, and the beige prefectures have free video shoots.♡

Even in areas not eligible for free service, traveling costs can range from about 5,000 to 30,000 JPY, so brides who are interested should inquire.♩

Leave the wedding photo and video shooting to Kokoro Switch! ♡

"Kokoro Switch" offers a photographer dispatch service that stylishly and emotionally preserves wedding photos and videos.

You can request stylish visuals and photos at a significantly reasonable price compared to the wedding venue.♡

In addition to arranging external photographers, Kokoro Switch also has many stylish items, such as opening videos and profile videos.♩

For brides who are unsure about wedding record photos, videos, and movies, checking Kokoro Switch first is highly recommended!♡

➡ Check out Kokoro Switch's website here＊