LEGACY VIDEOS & MILESTONES
“A life well lived is a story worth telling!”
LEGACY VIDEOS
OVERVIEW: LEGACY VIDEOS
FROM THE HEART TO THE CAMERA
CRAFTING A STORY FOR THE SCREEN
MILESTONE VIDEOS
RITES OF PASSAGE: MITZVAHS, GRADUATIONS, ANNIVERSARIES
REMEMBERING A LOVED ONE TOGETHER
OLD FRIENDS TURNING 70
FAQs
I see the value of recording the memories of my parents but can’t I do this myself?
Yes you can. Just taking out your phone and asking your loved one a series of questions about their life can capture invaluable memories easily. Having such a video to keep is far better than having no recording at all and we highly recommend doing that if you choose not to pay for this service. Years later when your loved one is no longer there these incidental recordings are of much more value than ever anticipated. That said, if you intend to share these memories with others including your children and grandchildren then handing the task over to a professional can vastly improve how watchable the video is. We make videos that are moving, compelling and perennially viewable.
How much does a legacy video cost?
Some companies offer package pricing where the bronze or platinum package grants you a certain interview length, video running time, amount of stills allowed etc. Legacy videos are highly individual projects each with their own scope and stylistic demands. We discuss with our clients on a case by case basis what they are looking for and have produced videos fitting most any budget.
What is the normal running time for legacy videos
We’re often asked what the right length of a legacy video is. Legacy videos generally run anywhere between 30 to 90 minutes. That wide difference is because the stories being shared and the way they flow together dictate to a large extent a finished legacy video’s length. You know you hit the mark on the “right length” when your viewers forget how long a legacy video was while also feeling connected, informed and moved by the subject matter. We work with you on finding that sweet spot.
How long does the process take from onset to finished product?
Normally 4 weeks is the turn around time.
In what format do I receive my legacy video?
We provide USB thumb drives and files that can be downloaded. An additional private link to our server allows a person to stream the video straight in their browser. Delivery of final products on DVD or BluRay disc are also still available upon request for an additional charge.
Are your legacy videos solely for capturing the memories of senior loved ones?
Leaving a legacy of any kind means leaving a lasting imprint. Full life biographies are but one facet of using video to honor someone. All of life’s milestones from births, birthday celebrations, confirmations, bar mitzvahs, graduations, mariages, anniversaries, retirements or achievements of any kind present opportunities to celebrate and reflect. Additionally, memorial videos honoring someone who has recently passed serves as a powerful way to honor a loved one’s life. It allows all those touched by that person in some way to remember a life well lived.