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Frequently asked questions

What is a Video Memoir?

It’s a video interview documentary about you, where you tell the story of your life, in your own words!

You can share your most important life moments and family history, and create a family legacy for future generations to enjoy.

A Video Memoir is an ideal gift, and is a unique way to celebrate significant milestones, such as birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, or retirement.

How long will the completed video be?

Once edited, My Video Memoirs are usually 45 minutes to an hour in length. Of course, we can create longer interview videos on request.

Where will the interview take place?

We come to you, so interviews are usually in the comfort of your own home. We will set up a mobile studio with lights, microphones and cameras, so that you look and sound your best!

How long will it take to film the interview?

Allow around an hour for setting up, and approximately two hours for actual filming. However, we are flexible, and this time can be extended, depending on the flow of the interview conversation and the need for breaks.

What questions will you ask?

We will discuss this with you ahead of filming, and be sure to cover the topics most important to you. Remember, a video memoir is your story, so you set the agenda. We have prepared some draft question topics which may serve as a guide.

What about music?

We can provide professionally recorded background music as part of the package, or we can include your favourite music tracks.

Is it possible to film extra content?

Of course! There will be no added cost if additional video can be done on the day of filming, for example, in your home or garden. For other extra filming, we will negotiate a price based on time and travel costs.

Can I include my own video footage

Yes you can. Our base pricing allows up to forty still photographs. If you wish to include your own video footage, we can negotiate an additional price based on the extra post-production time.

How much does a Video Memoir cost?

Complete packages are $1850 for a single person interview, and $2250 for a two-person interview. This includes:

  • phone/video or email consultation and preparation of questions

  • travel to your filming venue

  • set-up and interview shoot

  • copy and inclusion of up to forty still photographs

  • edit and post-production, including music

  • production delivered via cloud server and USB drive

For additional services, we can create a personalised package to suit your needs.​

Oops! If I make a mistake, can we re-shoot something?

That will be fine. If you say something you did not want to say, we will not include it in the final interview. If you want to re-record your answer to a question, that’s not a problem either.

Can you create a shorter video for use at a funeral or service of remembrance?

Yes. We can edit selected moments from a video memoir to make a memorial video.

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