Cinematic Wedding Videography in Essex
Natural, story-led wedding films that feel like you. Filmed calmly and unobtrusively, so you can stay present and enjoy every moment.
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Five star rated weddings filmed across Essex and the South East since 2002.
Your day goes fast. Your film should bring it all back.
Your wedding day will certainly fly by. There are moments you’ll live in fully, and others that will be fast forgotten without the magic of cinema. Those morning nerves building into excitement, the little looks between loved ones, the laughter during the speeches, children running around, grandparents quietly taking it all in. These are the details that matter.
I film weddings in a friendly, patient, and unobtrusive way, making sure everyone feels comfortable in front of the camera, from those special candid moments to the cinematic gold. A calm presence on the day is important to me, because how you feel directly shapes the film we create together.
I pay close attention to the details, the light in a room, the atmosphere, the sound of your vows and speeches. I don’t rush moments or force anything to happen. My editing style is traditional and story-led, taking time and care to create a long-form wedding film that flows naturally and reflects the day exactly as it unfolded. This is paired with a stunning cinematic trailer for the wow factor.
The result is a wedding film that feels relaxed, emotional, and genuine. Something you can sit down and watch properly, not just a short highlight, but a complete memory you’ll come back to for years.
Relaxed, unobtrusive filming with a cinematic finish
My approach on a wedding day is simple: blend in, stay calm, and let real moments happen naturally. I don’t direct the day or pull people away from what matters. Most couples tell me they barely notice the camera, which is exactly how it should be.
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Friendly, patient, and easy to be around, helping everyone feel relaxed, from couples to kids and grandparents.
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No awkward posing or staged reactions, just real moments as they happen.
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How a room feels, where the light falls, and how moments are framed really matters to me.
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A complete wedding film that flows naturally, not rushed or trend-led. Complimented by a cinematic trailer.
Every wedding is different. My job is to reflect yours honestly and beautifully.
Watch Real Essex Wedding Films
Every wedding is different. These short cinematic trailers give you a feel for how I film, edit, and tell each couple’s story.
Every package includes a full-length wedding film alongside your cinematic WEDDING TRAILER.
ESSEX WEDDING videography PRICES & PACKAGES
Every wedding is different, so all packages can be tailored. Below are my most popular wedding videography packages, designed to give you a complete, high-quality film of your day plus a cinematic trailer to share online with family and friends.
TIER ONE
ESSENTIAL WEDDING FILM – £1199*
Coverage:
From guest and groom arrival through to just before the wedding breakfast.
Includes:
Cinematic filming of the ceremony and key moments
Natural coverage of venue details and guests
Full-length wedding film, carefully edited
Cinematic wedding highlights trailer
USB presentation box with your films
BEST FOR:
Couples who want beautiful coverage of the build-up and ceremony.
TIER TWO
FULL DAY WEDDING FILM – £1399*
Coverage:
From guest and groom arrival through to the first dance.
Includes:
Full ceremony and full speeches
Relaxed filming throughout the day
Full-length wedding film
Cinematic wedding highlights trailer
USB presentation box with your films
BEST FOR:
Couples who want a complete story of their wedding day.
TIER THREE
PACKAGE 3 – COMPLETE WEDDING STORY – £1599*
Coverage:
From bridal preparations through to evening celebrations.
Includes:
Bridal preparations and morning details
Full ceremony and speeches
Evening reception and first dance
Full-length wedding film
Cinematic wedding highlights trailer
USB presentation box with your films
BEST FOR:
Couples who want nothing missed and a full record of the day.
Wedding Videography Extras & Enhancement
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Certified and regulated 3 Cheers Media drone operator. Capturing stunning arial shots of the venue to add an extra element of cinematic story telling to your wedding video.
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Selected moments from the speeches, often the most emotional or unexpectedly funny parts of the groom’s speech, are woven into your cinematic highlights film. Hearing real words from the day adds depth, personality, and authenticity, creating a more powerful and emotionally connected version of your wedding story.
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Heartfelt and often hilarious messages from friends and family, recorded during your evening reception and edited into a standalone keepsake film. A brilliant way to capture personalities, inside jokes, and moments you might otherwise miss.
A Little Bit of Extra Magic!
5 Star Google Reviews for 3 Cheers Media
“Choosing 3 Cheers Media as our wedding videographer was one of the best decisions we made. Matthew truly understood our vision and brought it to life better than we could have imagined. The editing was flawless and captured all the emotion, joy and little moments we didn’t even realise were happening.”
“Matthew blended into the background while capturing every candid moment effortlessly. The footage and editing transformed our memories into a cinematic masterpiece. His professionalism, organisation and ability to tell our story was unmatched.”
“Matt was amazing from start to finish and created the most beautiful film for us to keep forever. Would 100% recommend.”
“Matthew was the perfect combination of detailed but unintrusive. He made us feel completely at ease and captured our day beautifully. Watching the film back is like reliving it all over again. It’s something we’ll cherish forever.”
“He made us feel so comfortable and captured our day beautifully. We couldn’t have asked for more and are so grateful to have those memories forever.”
“He was unobtrusive, friendly and captured some absolutely amazing shots. Watching our trailer back is the perfect way to relive the day. An absolute masterpiece.”
“Matt blended into the background and captured incredible footage of our wedding. He was professional, friendly and so easy to work with. Our trailer was amazing.”
How Long Will It Take To Receive My Wedding Film?
Your wedding film deserves time and care in the edit. After the day is filmed, I carefully craft your footage into a complete, story-led wedding film with balanced audio, cinematic colour and natural pacing.
Turnaround times are:
Up to 8 weeks during quieter months
Up to 14 weeks during peak spring and summer season
If you need a specific delivery date, just let me know when booking and I’ll always do my best to accommodate.
You’ll receive:
A full-length wedding film
A cinematic highlights trailer
Delivered via your custom USB presentation box
Ready to watch on laptops, smart TVs and streaming devices
Let’s Talk About Your Wedding Day
If you’re looking for a relaxed, cinematic wedding film that captures the real atmosphere of your day, I’d love to hear from you.
Tell me a little about your plans, your venue and your date, and I’ll check availability and send over the next steps. There’s no pressure and no obligation, just a friendly conversation to see if we’re the right fit.
Popular spring and summer dates book well in advance, so it’s always worth getting in touch early.
Based in Southend-on-Sea and filming weddings across Essex and the South East.
Hit me with the FAQ’s
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Most couples book as soon as their venue is secured, especially for peak summer dates. If your wedding is soon, still get in touch as I may have availability.
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Yes, I’m based in Southend-on-Sea and regularly film weddings across Essex and surrounding counties.
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Each package includes professional filming on the day and a beautifully edited full length wedding film and a cinematic trailer to share online. Higher tiers include longer coverage and additional cinematic elements.
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Absolutely. I work calmly and unobtrusively alongside photographers to keep everything natural and relaxed. I have been filming for so long, it would not surprise me if I am friends with your photographer already.
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A simple £100 deposit secures your date, and I’ll guide you through everything step by step.