Frequently Asked Questions

Maybe. Due to copyright infringement we cannot typically use any mainstream music in our films. However, there are new services that offer select mainstream artist music licenses. That said, we use a high quality vendor for all copyright free music unless a specific copyrighted song is requested & is available for use. We will ask for your input in regard to genre & the tone you would like in your film.
Depending on the bundle or package you choose will determine the time to delivery. Our main films on average are completed within 4-8 Weeks with the optional extension based on the complexity of revisions. The short form highlight reels can be completed in 1-2 weeks depending on revisions. Our photography packages range from 2-6 weeks. One of our core values is communication & you will be updated throughout the process so you can track our progress.
A content gallery is the RAW footage & video collected during production. If your only looking for the polished film, you do not need the gallery of content. However, if you want to have everything that was collected the day of your wedding, the content gallery would be a great option for you. One thing to keep in mind is 'RAW' video footage is shot in a formal called LOG. LOG format is a visually 'dull' media type that is meant for giving the film maker the maximum range of colors to work with when color grading. We also offer a color graded version of this gallery for a service fee.
We collect a non refundable 50% deposit upon booking your wedding. The deposit will provide you with a guarantee that your wedding date will be booked. The remaining balance will be due 30 days prior to your wedding day. Before your wedding day, we will complete the preproduction planning & if included in your package, the couples session to enhance your wedding film & highlight reels.
A couples session is an opportunity for you & your partner to spend time with cinematographer to capture specialized shots that we would not have time to focus on during the wedding itself. This session can be free form in the sense of location, content type & equipment used. If you're looking for a picturesque location to film at sunset or have a studio interview with each of you individually to personalize the wedding film, we can arrange this.
Capture Chaos is based in Duluth Minnesota. Anything within 50 miles is included in our packages. That said, we will travel to you with purchase of a travel package.
At Capture Chaos, we do not take any shortcuts to capture, edit or revise the work we do for you. In the industry of film making, both Weddings & beyond, many of our competitors leverage outsourced editors, white label camera operators & AI editing software. This leaves clientele with a film that lacks emotion & misses the essence of your wedding. When you work with our team you are guarantee to have the highest level of customer service, customization & overall Wedding media experience. Outside of the honor we represent in our culture, you are guaranteed to receive premium level video & photo quality across our service suite. We use specialized equipment, processes & skills to deliver on our promise of being the best option for your wedding.
Yes, the lead cinematographer is a certified licensed drone pilot. We have several drones & drone types that we are experts with. Our main cinematic drone is a Pro Res commercial drone that is best used for landscape & venue shots. Our secondary cinematic drone is a small drone that is perfect for (Per FAA laws) flying over people & staying quite. Lastly, our most specialized drone is an FPV drone that is fantastic for increasing the quality & pacing of our clients wedding.