Modern Wedding Videographer in NYC - Arrakis Films

Clean, contemporary wedding films with real emotion

A modern wedding video in New York City — crafted with intention, not templates

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Modern Wedding Video NYC — Where Clean Style Meets Real Story

If you’re looking for a modern wedding video NYC couples replay for years, you’re probably not chasing slow-motion clichés and generic music. You want something clean, intentional, and emotionally honest — a film that feels like you, but elevated. Arrakis Films works at the intersection of modern aesthetics and documentary truth. We focus on composition, movement, and rhythm — so your film looks refined without feeling staged. If you’ve been searching for an NYC modern wedding videographer, this is the kind of work that holds up long after the day is over: controlled visuals, real moments, and a confident editorial finish.

Modern Wedding Videography in New York City — What “Modern” Actually Means

Modern wedding videography isn’t a trend. It’s discipline: clean frames, minimal visual noise, intentional pacing, and sound that pulls you back inside the moment. A modern wedding video in New York City should feel alive — but never chaotic. We build films around an emotional arc (anticipation, release, intimacy, energy), not around random clips. That’s why our modern wedding films feel premium: they’re structured, cohesive, and designed for replay value — not filler. This is the difference between a “wedding recording” and a film that feels like art.

Modern Wedding Film NYC — Built on Light, Composition, and Rhythm

A modern wedding film NYC couples love is made from small decisions: where the light falls, how the camera moves, when the frame holds still, and when it breathes. We shoot with a clean, intentional approach that emphasizes what matters — faces, touch, tension, and atmosphere. We’re not chasing “more footage.” We’re chasing the right footage. The result is a clean / modern wedding film style with refined motion, consistent color, and a story that feels deliberate from start to finish.

Contemporary Wedding Videographer NYC — Editorial Taste Without the “Staged” Feeling

If “modern” is your vibe, you’ll usually resonate with “contemporary” too. As a contemporary wedding videographer NYC couples book for elevated events, we guide you lightly — just enough to make the frame work — and then we get out of the way. Our films carry that editorial sensibility: clean lines, fashion-aware composition, confident pacing. If you’re specifically looking for an editorial wedding film NYC, we’ll shape portraits and transitions so everything looks curated — while keeping the emotions real and unforced

Minimalist Wedding Video NYC — Clean Frames, Honest Emotion

A minimalist wedding video NYC doesn’t mean “boring.” It means focused. It means we remove the noise so the emotions land harder. Minimalism in wedding film is about clarity: fewer gimmicks, more meaning. This approach is ideal for couples who want modern elegance and quiet intensity — where the beauty is in restraint, and the story is carried by real moments, not effects. It’s modern, timeless, and it ages well.

Sound and Pacing — The Invisible Luxury in Wedding Videos

A great wedding film is felt as much as it’s seen. We capture clean audio (vows, speeches, reactions) and weave it into the edit so the story feels natural — not like a highlight reel stitched to a random track. Our pacing is built around rhythm: when to cut, when to hold, and how to let the energy rise without turning chaotic. This is a core part of luxury wedding videography: not louder, not flashier — just more intentional.

NYC Locations That Work for Modern Wedding Films

New York City gives you cinematic variety in one place: modern architecture, soft window light, classic venues, and city texture that can look incredibly editorial if it’s used correctly. We plan around light and real travel time so your day stays smooth — and your film looks expensive without becoming a production. We film across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, and we adapt the visual language to your venue and vibe. If you want cinematic wedding films in New York City with a modern finish, we’ll shape the visuals to match your story: bold when it should be bold, quiet when it should be quiet. This is wedding videographer in NYC work with a clean, contemporary signature.

Modern Wedding Videographer in NYC — Packages and Options

Our collections are built for couples who want modern wedding videography with real emotional weight: refined visuals, clean audio, intentional pacing, and a timeless finish. We offer wedding video coverage as the core, with optional photo bundles if you want one cohesive aesthetic across everything. You can choose: Video-only (cinematic modern films) Film + Photo (consistent visual style)

Beneath the Veil: Timeless Film & Photo | 6 Hours Package
$6,800.00

Package includes:

1 photographer and 1 videographer

Up to 6 hours of coverage

4K highlight film

4-5 minute cinematic highlight film

1 minute teaser trailer

Professional audio recording

Cinematic color grading

200+ beautifully edited high-resolution photos

Private online gallery to share with friends and family (available for 1 year)

Unlimited high-resolution downloads of all images

Mine
Everlasting Memories: Timeless Film & Photo| 8 Hours Package
$9,120.00

Package Includes:

2 photographers and 2 videographers

Up to 8 hours of coverage

Aerial drone footage (weather and venue permitting)

4K highlight film

6-8 minute cinematic highlight film

1–2 minute teaser trailer

Professional audio recording

Cinematic color grading

Pre-Wedding Editorial Shoot

450+ beautifully edited high-resolution photos

Private online gallery to share with friends and family (available for 1 year)

Unlimited high-resolution downloads of all images

Mine
Forever Yours: Timeless Film + Photo | 10 Hours Package
$11,190.00

Package includes:

2 photographers and 2 videographers

Up to 10 hours of coverage

Aerial drone footage (weather and venue permitting)

4K highlight film

7-10 minute cinematic highlight film

1-2 minute teaser trailer

Professional audio recording

Cinematic color grading

Vintage Super 8 short film footage

Pre-Wedding Editorial Shoot

550+ beautifully edited high-resolution photos

Private online gallery to share with friends and family (available for 1 year)

Unlimited high-resolution downloads of all images

Mine

Voice of Love

  • Yana & Domenic 05.17.2025 New York City

    I couldn’t have asked for better photographers and videographers. They did an amazing job capturing my wedding day. Not only were they supportive throughout the day, but they also made me feel special and beautiful. I’m so grateful to have met Andrew and Roma — they helped me with everything, from the smallest details to the biggest ones. When I saw the photos and then the video, I was completely blown away. The photos were stunning, full of passion and warmth, and the video was even more impressive. I couldn’t believe you created something we could laugh, cry, and watch over and over again.

  • Sophia & Joseph 09.19.2025 NYC

    WOW, I’m blown away by you guys’ talent! I love the trailer and the film so much — especially the ending, it was absolutely hilarious. We laughed so hard and kept rewatching it again and again. We are both incredibly appreciative of your hard work and talent. The editing, music selection, the flow of the film — everything was done so beautifully. We are SO glad we had you capture our special day and that we can revisit it through such high-quality videos. I honestly can’t stop watching it over and over again.

  • Seda + Jeffrey 01.25.2025 NY, NY

    Absolutely incredible! Our wedding videographers went above and beyond to capture not just the moments, but the emotions, energy, and pure joy of our special day. They truly understood our personalities and seamlessly wove them into the video, making it feel so personal and authentic. Every smile, every happy tear, and every heartfelt embrace was beautifully documented. They also perfectly captured the vibe of our guests, making the entire film feel like we were reliving the day all over again. We couldn’t be happier with the final result—it’s a masterpiece we will cherish forever! Highly recommend!

  • Nicole+ Yichen 10.18.2024 New York Oheka Castle

    Andrew and Roma we are completely blown away by the incredible talent and professionalism of the Arrakis team! From the moment we watched our wedding video, we were in tears—every little moment was captured so beautifully and authentically. We watched it three times in a row and couldn’t stop crying from joy and excitement. The footage is elegant, heartfelt, and simply amazing. Working with you felt so comfortable and natural, even during our most intimate moments. You’ve created something we’ll cherish forever. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Item

  • Stephanie + Mark 02.24.2025 NYC

    Hi Andrew and Roma, Thank you so much for capturing our beautiful day so perfectly. We’re in awe of how you captured the emotions, magic, and joy of our wedding in such a short clip. It’s elegant, heartfelt, and full of life—just like the day itself. We’re also so grateful to you for capturing not only the celebration but also the depth of our faith and love. Thank you again for your professionalism. You made us feel so comfortable working with you, especially sharing our most intimate and special moments.

  • Brigid & Philip 10.12.2025 New York Soho

    We just wanted to thank you both for doing such an incredible job with our wedding. You handled everything with such calm, care, and professionalism, turning what was already a chaotic day into something truly unique. Between unexpected surprises, weather challenges, and transportation hiccups, we were so grateful for how attentive and adaptable you both were. Everyone kept saying how easy and comfortable you made the entire experience. We already know the final photos will be amazing.”

Andrew Arrakis

Andrew, founder of Arrakis Films, is a filmmaker and photographer crafting cinematic wedding films with deep emotion, storytelling, and timeless artistry.

About Us

At Arrakis Films, we are a leading wedding videography business and a team of experienced wedding videographers in New York City. As a york city wedding videographer, we offer wedding videography services for both local and destination weddings, and absolutely travel for incredible events around the world. Our team, led by Andrew, a talented Film Director with over 10 years of experience, is dedicated to providing high-quality wedding films that tell the unique stories of your love.

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Roma, co-founder of Arrakis Films

Roma, co-founder of Arrakis Films, is a Film producer bringing cinematic storytelling and artistry to wedding films, crafting timeless and emotionally rich visuals.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Clean frames, intentional pacing, refined sound — no template edits or heavy effects. A modern wedding video in New York City should feel real, elevated, and replayable.

  • Yes. Light direction for clean movement and confident portraits, then we step back for honest moments.

  • Less noise, more meaning: clean compositions, consistent color, fewer gimmicks, and moments that breathe.

  • Yes. We record clean audio and weave it into the story naturally. Full ceremony/toasts can be added as an option.

  • Depends on the collection. We prioritize impact and pacing — no filler.

  • You’ll get a clear delivery timeline in writing when you book. Small refinements are possible depending on the collection.

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