WEDDINGS PER YEAR
INDUSTRY WORTH
WEDDING MARKET SIZE
GROWTH OF THE INDUSTRY
2.5 millions
weddings take place each year in the US on average.
The wedding industry in the US is worth billions of dollars, the average cost of a wedding in the US in 2021 was $33,900.
The total wedding market size in the US was estimated to be worth
$74 billion in 2021.
The wedding videography industry in the US was valued at $5.5 billion in 2021. The industry has grown at an average annual rate of 4.7% from 2016 to 2021.
HERE’RE THE MOST RELEVANT NUMBERS
ABOUT THE WEDDING INDUSTRY
WEDDING BUDGET
$33,900
The average wedding in the US cost $33,900 in 2021, according to The Knot.
WEDDING SPENDING
RECEPTION VENUE
The Knot's 2021 Real Weddings Study found that couples spend the most on their reception venue, followed by their engagement ring and wedding photography.
WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHY
$2,630
In 2021, 76% of couples hired a wedding videographer, according to The Knot. On average, couples spent $2,630 on wedding videography.
WEDDING VENUES
BANQUET HALLS
The most popular wedding venues in the US are banquet halls, followed by hotels and resorts, and outdoor locations such as parks and beaches.
AGE OF COUPLES
30.9 YEARS OLD
The average age of a bride in the US was 30.9 years old in 2021, while the average age of a groom was 32.7 years old.
WEDDING PLANNING
13 MONTHS
According to The Knot, the average couple spends 13 months planning their wedding, with the majority of couples starting their planning process 12 to 18 months before their wedding day.
DESTINATION WEDDINGS
22% OFF ALL
WEDDINGS
Destination weddings made up 22% of all weddings in the US in 2021, according to The Knot.
WEDDING SIZE
141 GUESTS
The average wedding in the US had 141 guests in 2021, according to The Knot.
WEDDING SEASON
JUNE
The most popular months to get married in the US are June, followed by September and October
AS FOR WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHY SERVICES SPECIFICALLY, the average cost for a wedding videographer in the US is $2,630, but prices can range from $3,000 to $6,000. The demand for wedding videography services has increased due to the popularity of social media and the desire for couples to preserve the memories of their special day.
TIPS FOR VIDEOGRAPHERS
Try adjusting a few things to attract more couples
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Plan for the wedding season: Plan your business around the most popular months for weddings, which are June, September, and October.
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Offer competitive pricing: With the average wedding cost in the US being $33,900, make sure your pricing is competitive and transparent to attract budget-conscious couples.
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Focus on quality and turnaround times: Quality and turnaround times are important factors for couples when selecting a post-production studio, make sure your editing services are of high quality and delivered in a timely manner.
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Emphasize customer service: Offer excellent customer service and be responsive to the questions and concerns of your clients to build trust and confidence in your brand.
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Offer value-added services: Offer additional services such as color grading, sound design, and creativity to stand out from your competitors and provide more value to your clients.
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Utilize social media and influencer marketing: Utilize platforms like Youtube and social media influencers to reach a larger audience and market your services effectively.
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Offer consistency: Maintain consistency in your services and communicate effectively with your clients to avoid frustration and maintain customer satisfaction.
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Monitor your pricing and support team: Regularly monitor your pricing and support team to ensure they are clear and responsive to your clients' needs.
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Continuously gather feedback: Continuously gather feedback from your clients and use it to improve your services and meet their changing needs and expectations.
DISCOVER THE BENEFITS THAT PARTNERING
WITH US WILL BRING TO YOUR BUSINESS
EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCESS
We have experienced professionals who have mastered the art of post-production. They can help you bring your vision to life and ensure that your final product is of the highest quality.
IMPROVED CREATIVITY
Working with post-production professionals can lead to new creative ideas and perspectives, as they bring their own unique skills and experiences to the table.
TIME-SAVING
Working with Wanderlust Videoscan save you time and allow you to focus on capturing new footage, as the studio will take care of the editing and post-production process for you.
BETTER COLLABORATION
We provide a collaborative environment where you can work together with other professionals to bring your wedding films to the next level
CONSISTENCY IN STYLE
By partnering with us, you can maintain a consistent style and level of quality in your work, which is important in building a brand and reputation as a wedding filmmaker.
INCREASED EFFICIENCY
A post-production studio can streamline the post-production process, enabling you to complete projects faster and more efficiently.
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