Wedding Filmmaking Behind The Scenes - Rehearsal Dinner

[@mkflavvideo]

mic ing the wedding planner here was so genius you could even cut small video for her and she will never forget that

[@roro6064]

I love watching this dude not just cause his videos are great but you can really see this man is truly passionate about what he’s doing and I hope to be as passionate as him in something one day

[@JustinPorterMedia]

That means so much! I hope you find a niche as well my friend. Thanks so much for your support.

[@realdavinada]

You should have a cameraman film the cameraman film the cameraman 😂 Awesome video, bts definitely helps show me what it takes to level up!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Haha that would be so sick lol. Just imagine seeing the bts guy working get the bts for the main guy haha

[@bmefilms6879]

The Gold Standard!! So impressed with your demeanor, professionalism and personableness. I love what you do brotha!!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thanks so much. That definitely helps when it comes to placing mics on people. Especially women. Make everyone feel comfortable and nothing seems awkward or out of place. Thanks for watching 🙌🏾🥹

[@doylelacrua]

Damn, I've never put that many mics on people at a wedding. I don't know if I'd want to do that but it seems to work for you. I get why you do it, I just don't know that I will go that far. Not meant as a criticism. If it works for you, that's awesome. You obviously care about your work.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

I definitely love it. The little convos we catch because of it makes it worth it. It is alot and sometimes too much to keep up with but I enjoy it. I started with just the bride and groom, then best man and maid of honor. Now just about the entire bridal party haha.

[@_cjmccullough]

Need more behind the scenes videos! This is awesome!

[@philipyallah744]

You are easily the most professional wedding filmer on earth! The production level is amazing! So motivating. Thx for sharing :-)

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thank you so much. I appreciate the support.

[@Vic-uk8cy]

One of the best in the game, thanks for being a huge inspiration to me especially after graduating highschool and looking into a career-path into videography and video production! Do u do giveaways for your old equipment that I can enter..? Would be a tremendous help, thanks all the best

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hey thanks so much! That means a lot and I wish you the best going in to the production freelance space. It’s an exciting career for sure. I do run giveaways spontaneously so just stay tuned on IG or KZbin for the next one. I am doing a 10K subscriber giveaway though. Building a nice audio kit. :)

[@alexburken3066]

That was like watching reality tv and a movie film all in the same video! Love it. I love the timecode!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thanks so much man! Huge thank you too for filming the bts. Crushed it as always!

[@smoovboyproductions684]

The Master strikes again! Can’t wait to see the finished film! I know you put your FOOT into these weddings 🦶 Just curious dude! What is your turnaround time to get it out to your client?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Oh man turnaround time now averages about 4 months. It may go to 6 months because now I have like 5000 audio tracks to go through and multicam sync lol. Thanks so much for the love bro!

[@smoovboyproductions684]

@@JustinPorterMedia Hey, 4 months, 6 months , whatever!! That final outcome is definitely worth the wait!! Also, are you doing away with your Sennheiser AVX’s? I was thinking about picking up a couple units, but I recently just purchased a few Tentacle Track E recorders and wondering if i should just stick with those and not have to worry about possible interference and dropouts, etc.. Ugh! Soo many decisions 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@smoovboyproductions684 True that lol. I'm not getting rid of my sennheisers at all. I keep them for "oh crap" moments or people I need to just temporarily mic like someone doing a reading at a ceremony or a dad for the first look etc. I woul use your tentacles hands down for that 32 bit float and grab a Sync E so you can run timecode.

[@CorretjerFilms]

You deserve more subs my man! Enjoying your videos and education you are sharing.

[@TikTokNgigol]

You make me addicted to watch stranger wedding 🤣🤣🤣

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Haha this is exactly the goal haha. I love to hear it. Thanks so much for the support!

[@DaniCrouchi]

Honestly this was incredible to watch! Super inspirational & really interesting to see how you run the day! Please keep it up, looking forward to more of these

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I definitely will keep doing bts. Thanks for the support!

[@Frapop]

I can't find what microphone you use in the description 13:34 Some shotgun?

[@sehkhyro]

Justin, legit I just started lead shooting weddings and your videos are helping me so much bring up the quality of my work; legit thank you so much for making these videos

[@kthx1138]

Jam sync timecode: Man--that's some serious shit from the broadcast era! I just sync up the cameras in post by ear, syncing up the audio!

[@BoomingVisuals]

Fire. Great Value content. Quick Question. Who all did you mic up?

[@ZeroneSolutions]

Hi Mr. Justin, your work inspires. I am new to videography and one thing i dread so much is the editing part. I love doing but when you have to meet obligations then you have to push it out on schedule. What's your advice for a beginner regarding editing?

[@eduard.amihai7545]

This guy is looking like he's going to war🤯🤯so much gear ...bro..how do you even edit all that material? it's crazy

[@vrabieionut7268]

You are crazy man with all this lavmic !!! Nice working, keep rock !!!

[@moments_audiovisuals]

You are a best professional! you have a good material, congratulations!

[@robchado]

Tentacle Sync has the Track E that sync via Bluetooth and takes 5 seconds to sync all the units. It seems like you're deep in the Deity ecosystem but just another option that might save you some time.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

First let me say I’m pretty hype you commented haha. You’re right. I use Ultrasync one units to jam sync everything. I wanted the track e but the deity are really impressive for the cost.

[@robchado]

@@JustinPorterMedia It looks like you run a ton of them too! I love how many lavs you are running. You can also jam sync the Track E from the Ultrasync by just plugging it in and it'll recognize the new timecode 🙂

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@robchado oh man! That is a feature I wish the deity’s had lol. There’s always something. Thanks for that though.

[@patrickhagot]

Little question, with your stable setup gear when you change lens is that easy to continue shooting, or you need to balance it for each lens ?

[@almanages]

Behind the scene is always better than the wedding itself from my perspective lol. The part I like is catching someone on a hot mic saying something that must remain confidential... if you know what I mean.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Ahaha yep. I have heard many things. 😂😂😂😂💀

[@TwoThuggaTune]

How Many Mics You Use For This Style

[@kthx1138]

What camera is that mount on your head for, Justin?

[@Hike__]

Learned so much man! Thank you big time!!

Justin, with so many of those Deity spread around, how you manage your levels? I’m coming from photography to video and got those DJI Mic for now, plus a shotgun mic on top of camera, but in the future I will look for options with timecode sync. Tentacle Track E are tempting since they are 32 bit float, and apparently they just don’t distort even with the loudest sounds.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hey that’s true. So the tentacles offer 32 bit float which is insane for audio recording. I do have to manually set the levels with the deity which do require more finessing upfront. They also feature an analog limiter that prevents clipping in most cases. The deity’s also offer a few other features that are more appealing for what I do and come in cheaper.

[@nexuses1]

Dang, I didn't see this one. I just ordered the thigh stripes and considered the chest one, but didn't, because I thought you didn't have it. "WHAT (else) IS IN THE BOX?!"

[@JustinPorterMedia]

The chest strap I have but never use lol. I mainly use the thigh strap and belt pouch

[@_Mattta]

Hi Justin , do you swap batteries constantly on those wireless microphones or how long do the batteries usually last ? You mic’d up the whole party so I’m assuming they last long

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Yes they last about 20 hours. 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@jayjayjaythebrand]

Man....as someone brand new to wedding videography, cant even explain how much this video has helped me. Your work is absolutely insane too. Appreciate this my guy

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thank you so much! I need to get another behind the scenes made. There’s so much more happening at the weddings now lol

[@jayjayjaythebrand]

@@JustinPorterMedia man, keep em coming lol 🔥🔥🔥

[@GNARLSMEDIA]

Oh My God i thought i was the only one who really sweats at weddings LOL. Great job man!!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@FAMTVNetwork]

Such awesome and thorough info. Q: When using the TC-1’s on BMPCC (I have both 4k and 6k Pro), what should the internal audio settings be set on (eg.: Left 3.5mm or Right 3.5mm, Left Camera Mic or Right Camera Mic)? And should the TC-1’s be set to Line or Mic? Help!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

So, with the pockets, you don’t actually have to set the audio channels. You leave the audio as “camera mono” so you can record ambient scratch audio. The pockets will auto detect timecode and add it to the metadata.

[@FAMTVNetwork]

@@JustinPorterMedia Thank you for the info. And keep up the great work!

[@miles5790]

i think this setup too over power to film a wedding🤣 but this is so amazing🔥🔥

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Haha man I say the same thing. It’s extra, but necessary for this style lol. Thanks so much for watching and your support!

[@Jarrod_Brown]

Hey Justin! I’ve been bringing your content here recently (like 2-3 views a video…😅). Saw that you answer every message and thought I’d take a stab at a question I couldn’t find the answer to in your videos. Especially since this video is a few months old. What “light stand” and “base” are you running for your Godox lights? You said that the base is from somewhere like Home Depot, but are you using a light extension as a pole? Thanks!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hey! Well first off thanks so much for the support. I try my best to respond to each one haha. So the base is an umbrella base. You can get them on Amazon for about 20-40$. Then I got “impact air cushioned light stands” broke the legs off the stand and simply inserted it into the umbrella base. 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@Jarrod_Brown]

@@JustinPorterMedia you’re brilliant!! Been picking up some gear through your affiliates. I know they don’t pay out a bunch, but you have been answering all my questions. So, I’m hoping it credits you properly. Particularly around audio. Missed some major audio elements from my last wedding. Your content has come in clutch. Appreciate your work. Side note: I was just telling my wife that I can’t stomach another 3 minute highlight montage. Boring! Told her I wanted to make something unique like Love is Blind (which I think you quoted in a video). She told me to go for it, but you just don’t see videographers pushing for that level of production at a wedding. Next day… Justin Porter Media on KZbin. She comes across you on Instagram and was like… “he’s doing it” 🤦🏼‍♂️ No excuses now! Thank you

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@Jarrod_Brown I truly appreciate that. It doesn’t pay more but it is appreciated. Haha yes man! Love to hear that. Gotta break from the traditional wedding highlight. This style helps you stay creative too. It’s so much fun. Like she said, no excuses now haha

[@p7shooter480]

dope content as always man, that audio is clean and I need to make the transition into using timecode

[@JustinPorterMedia]

I’m telling you timecode is the best thing ever lol. Definitely do it. Thanks so much for watching.

[@KyleWhiteTV]

You’re so talented. Calm and collected!

[@Ram21s]

I'm not a wedding photographer or in the profession of videography but saw your short on the new rig you got for stabilization and your passion. This is why I clicked on this video. You have an infectious attitude and style. I appreciate your sharing of your craft.

[@sebasfilmedit]

I noticed you said that all cameras have to have the same frame rate. So how do you get the slow mos? Unless you are always shooting in like 60-120 frames?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

So I film everything in 23.976. When I want slow motion, I toggle high frame rate the. Switch back. Those slow motion clips usually don’t happen often and they are only a few seconds long at a time.

[@sebasfilmedit]

@@JustinPorterMedia wow thank you for the quick response! Your work is literally the best in the world!

[@TheREALJohnL]

Bro, you're like the seal team six of wedding filmmaking, this shit looks intense lol.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

😂😂😂 it was for sure haha. Worth it thiugh

[@TheREALJohnL]

@@JustinPorterMedia for sure! watching this shit is making me want to up my wedding film game! thanks for the inspiration!

[@j.samaniego4135]

Hi Justin, I really enjoyed the video! And I have a quick question bout your stabilizer. I watched your video bout the Flycam Zest & Vista II Vest and Arm, and I was wondering wether you really use it or you are okay with the "fishing" rig. I was planning to buy a Flycam with the arm and everything, but I see way too many people just using this sort of rig you used in this video. Thanks for everything! I love your channel

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hey! So I used the flycam for more corporate stuff but no longer using it. The easyrig (used in this video) is a much faster setup that supports handheld filmmaking. The zest is honestly a 2 person setup where you can’t really pull focus and get your shots as a 1 man band.

[@j.samaniego4135]

@@JustinPorterMedia Okay! Thanks for the info, it was really helpful, since I was really tempted to buy that "steadycam", but a down to earth answer like yours was enough for me to stop (at least for some time I think). I was also going to ask you if u don't miss the stabilized shots, but I have already seen u on instagram using a gimbal, so I guess it's cool, it look professional, and u can get more jobs as a steadycam op./camera op, but in the end it's not helpfull for your day to day profesional life. Thanks and keep going!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@j.samaniego4135 true! It depends on what you’re filming. I tell everyone just be intentional with the shots. If it needs stability, go with the steadicam or gimbal, if it doesn’t, then don’t lol. Thanks so much for the support 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@lanchinguyenvan2649]

I can't get enough of it bro ! 😅

[@Mr.TourayTravels]

bro... This is better then TV

[@MattieRamos]

I swear I can watch your BTS vids all day!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Haha that means alot. It's crazy, I watch them over and over and find something new to laugh at like it's not me or I didn't edit it lol.

[@sibtainmushtaq5201]

down to earth, amazing content . keep pushing ! more life

[@trop1calfilm]

Love it brother🙌

[@cinergymedia5455]

Far out mate, your team is like a well oiled machine and you really are the master of ceremonies…awesome work 👉🏼🙏🏼

[@TheCreativeNomad]

This is great, really helpful BTS. Do you have a link/ name for your Ursa top handle too? Couldn’t find it in the description. Looking forward to the next vid.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hey thanks so much. So the top handle I don't recall where I got it. I think it's by Niceyrig or Smallrig but I don't have a link :(

[@bryllupsvideografIsak]

We need more behind the scenes! It's very motivating to watch how you work! 😁 You think this style would work without having any gimbal/stabilizer at all, even when moving? (Run and gun Documentary style) or would the constant micro jitters be too big of a distraction in a 5-10 minute wedding film?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

I don’t think you need one. The jitters aren’t too distracting but it depends on how crazy they are haha. There’s alot of them sprinkled throughout my films.

[@KoolCreation]

Wow!

[@JabDFilms]

Bro your professionalism is unmatched. I love it. And the fact your a black creator just makes this s million times better for me

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thanks so much man. I truly appreciate the support.

[@aov_james]

look how much gear he brings! 8 recorders + mics + field recorder and some backups? our weddings in Korea ends up w/ somewhat 3 bodypacks + 1 field recorder and there's no TC for sure... This is way to go bru!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thanks so much man! I really appreciate it. It's an ever evolving kit for sure lol.

[@SamuelObafemi]

Woah!! You bring all these equipment to your wedding set. How does this not make you stressed? 😩😩😩 Looking at it alone and my heart is racing! 😄😄

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Hahah I mean, I do get stressed. This is why I don’t usually book resorts or hotels. Venues usually have an empty room that I stash it all in. Still scary though lol

[@martinsadedamola]

10 deity mics, 2 zoom receivers 2 timecide generators. That's really a kit ....whaaaaooooo....

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Lol I built it over time haha. Definitely something I wish I invested in at the beginning. Audio gear stays with and grows with you. Cameras, lenses, etc get replaced more often. Thanks so much for watching!

[@djtimodj]

Dude, ready rigs and ear techs at a wedding! You would never get away with that in UK!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Maybe it’s true, maybe it’s not lol.

👍

[@BikesCameraAdventure]

I could watch these set up videos all day!! Just found you from TT and I dig your stuff!!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Haha thanks so much man! Definately love how entertaining they are. I watch them back like I don't know what's next lol. Thanks for the support!

[@frxshprxnc_]

Love it man, I do photography as a hobby and I wasn’t really interested in videography but watching your videos is just amazing, you’ve opened up a new light on videography for me so thanks for that🤝🏾

[@JustinPorterMedia]

That means so much. I started in photography and gave that up a lonnnng time ago lol. Glad my content was helpful!

[@KennyPaz]

Genio!

[@hectorcuencas5075]

Bro I love your work keep up the great job your videos Are inspirational I’m always watching

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thank you so much for the support. Definitely will be getting more out on the channel soon 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@carringtonvisuals2983]

I really need to start using timecode. Even though I'm mostly a solo shooter, I run multiple cameras and it's a complete pain to try and line up video files based on audio tracks. Those look like a lifesaver. Great video as always man! Your stuff just keeps getting better and better.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Oh hands down need timecode. It is a time saver and a no stress way of syncing in post. Thanks so much though as always. Love the support!

[@nitablackwood6301]

Ight justin I ain’t balling and shit. What would be the necessities I would need to shoot a documentary/ reality style wedding video ? Hopefully you see this. Love your work boss

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Appreciate the support! Haha so the only thing I’d say you absolutely need is an easy rig/monopod. Monopods are great but they are a tad slower than using an easyrig. Outside of that, you need atleast 2 mics so you can mic the bride and groom all day discreetly. Not rode wireless go or anything like that. Those are honestly the only real things you need. I’m obsessed with controlling the look so that’s where all the lights and extra nonsense come in haha

[@nitablackwood6301]

@@JustinPorterMedia woooorrrd. Preciate it. I already have everything you listed so I think I’m just gonna invest in more lights

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@nitablackwood6301 oh you’re ready then. Now you just have to focus on filming the conversations. It helps to have an assistant so you can always have cross coverage.

[@nitablackwood6301]

@@JustinPorterMedia thank you for your help!! I really do appreciate it.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@nitablackwood6301 of course 🙌🏾🔥🔥🔥

[@darkechoproductionsllc9559]

What's your go to for iso outdoors and then indoor on the pocket 6k pro?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Typically 400 and 3200. Outside it’s 400 unless my shadows are underexposed. Then it’s 3200 with nd. Indoors usually 3200 iso unless there’s bright natural light.

[@darkechoproductionsllc9559]

@@JustinPorterMedia what do you think of 3200? Do you see a lot of noise? A lot of people say iso 1250 is really good in low light

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@darkechoproductionsllc9559 so the dynamic range chart and blackmagics dual native gain is best at 3200 iso. You get the best over shadow recovery at 3200. You’ll have cleaner shadows too but remember when filming in b raw, there isn’t any noise reduction applied in camera. A lot of people see that as bad quality footage but that’s not the case. You have to add noise reduction in post.

[@darkechoproductionsllc9559]

@@JustinPorterMedia awesome I really enjoy your videos as I could be getting into weddings and your videos helped alot understanding what I need to do. Keep up the good work and tips. I love the pocket 6k pro I need to just stay with 400 and 3200.. one more thing did you create a lut fir your work or using what came with the camera?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@darkechoproductionsllc9559 of course. Reach out anytime. I just use the Blackmagic raw to extended video lut that’s pre installed to gauge exposure and white balance. I recfomend 400 and 3200. There are some situations where I break that but mostly it’s one or the other.

[@_TheShepherd]

Justin, you are the master my friend, good work. Looks sick. As usual, post as much of the final as you can!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

I truly appreciate it. I definitely will lol. I almost added a scene from the rehearsal into this but I can’t before the couple gets the film lol

[@gameover254286]

All that gear seems so extra and cumbersome...how does it not get in the way during a wedding day lol.

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Haha it just doesn’t lol. Honestly, we film most of the time with a 45mm cine which is close to a 72mm full frame equivalent. My assistant uses a 70-200 most of the day. We aren’t exactly “in your face” haha. So it works.

[@Cezoram]

Not sure if you have talked about it before, but how do you work with the photographer? Your videos are so amazing and involved, and sometimes even as a solo wedding videographer, I find it hard to achieve that balance of getting the shots I need and allowing the photographer to get their shots

[@JustinPorterMedia]

This is a great question honestly. The biggest thing is communication. I understand what they need how they typically take photos. Then I always adapt. A big thing is filming on the thirds. Filmmaking is rarely filmed with the subjects in the center and it's the exact opposite for photos. Knowing that the photographer will always be in the middle, you can always end up with beautiful framing on the thirds lol. I can talk alot about this and may actually make a video.

[@AngelVzz]

@@JustinPorterMedia video de esto por favor jaja

[@bralyn169]

What headsets do y’all use to communicate to one another?

[@JustinPorterMedia]

We use the Hollyland Solidcom C1. Really great headsets. Going to have a review up soon

[@bralyn169]

@@JustinPorterMedia Thanks!

[@zizou40]

Woah Awesome video

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate your support.

[@nashhall694]

Great video Justin as always. Thanks for all the inspiration! 🥰🙏👌🔥👍

[@JustinPorterMedia]

Of course! Thanks so much for watching!

[@juliangiambelluca8809]

Thanks

[@TimandLauren]

I hope you get well paid to more paid, Than your able to get more cameraman, to more assistants, to the point people are paying enough to make this like the freakin real world. Like a couple sees the insane level of quality in this reality style wedding your doing and they do monthly retainers with you to have you come film them 3 months prior to the wedding or something like that Bro, your taking this to a new level!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

I love that idea. I somewhat have something I'm developing for that. I have been saying theres so many ideas I have. Slowly practicing, learning, and repeating. Thanks for watching!

[@TimandLauren]

@@JustinPorterMedia heck yeah man! Yeah maybe not a monthly package cause they can milk using you but maybe if its more of a deliverable based package (rehearsal, bachelor party, bachelorette party, ring shopping, even proposal lol) kind of a huge investment of time and planning that goes into it but shoot you charge a minimum 10k per couple 10 couples a year and you coasting!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

@@TimandLauren exactly. Sad part is the businessman in me will say “if 10 will pay 10K, why not do 20, then 30 haha. That’s when the team grows lol

[@TimandLauren]

@@JustinPorterMedia yes! Why not!! All about getting to the couples who can afford that price tag, but shoot if they see this quality, i guarantee someone will

[@DayedreamMedia]

Been waiting on another one of these!

[@JustinPorterMedia]

I wasn’t suppose to make this haha but the content was so good lol. I mainly needed b roll for the headset review 😅