New Website Design Concept
A conversion-focused homepage built on competitor research, review language mining, and audience pain analysis across 4 Vermont/NE wedding videographers.
Version 2: The Storyteller — Warm & Editorial • March 2026
KBG Studio 153 · Mockup V2 · The Storyteller · March 2026
Vermont Wedding Videographer
Your film makes it last forever.
63%
of brides who skipped video regretted it
98%
of newlyweds recommend hiring a videographer
3-4
weeks until you receive your film
7+
years of experience filming weddings
The Truth
Most couples are. Here's what they say after.
We barely realized he was there and yet he captured every moment of the day.
Fatuma & Yusuf · Burlington, VT
He made us feel so comfortable. It was like having a friend there, not a vendor.
Paula & Frank · Stowe, VT
I was worried about feeling awkward on camera. Turns out, I didn't even notice him.
Diane & Thomas · Manchester, VT
Every time we watch our video, we cry. It's like being transported back to that day.
Jennifer & Mark · Woodstock, VT
The best money we spent on our entire wedding. Our photos are beautiful, but the video is everything.
Alicia & Robert · Montpelier, VT
Selected Films
Sarah & James
Smugglers' Notch · Vermont
Maria & David
Stowe Mountain Lodge · Vermont
Ashley & Ryan
Lake Champlain · Burlington
Nicole & Chris
Hildene Estate · Manchester
Emma & Michael
The Barn at Boyden Farm · Cambridge
Rachel & Daniel
Mountain Top Inn · Chittenden
100+
Weddings Filmed
4.7/5
WeddingWire Rating
6x
Knot Award Winner
3-4
Week Delivery
The Filmmaker
Dominique Kabongo
Seven years ago, I picked up a camera at a friend's wedding. What I captured that day — the way his voice cracked during the vows, her grandmother's quiet tears, the best man's speech that had everyone on the floor — I knew this was what I was meant to do.
I don't show up with a crew. I don't treat your wedding like a set. I show up as a guest who happens to be really good with a camera. You'll forget I'm there. But when you watch your film three weeks later, you'll remember everything.
— Dominique
The Process
A free 30-minute call. We talk about your day, your vision, and whether we're a good fit.
We map out the timeline, key moments, and anything special you want captured.
I blend into your wedding. You celebrate. I capture everything.
Your highlight reel, delivered in 3–4 weeks. Full ceremony included.
The 3-4 Week Promise
While industry average is 3-6 months, you'll have your wedding film in 3-4 weeks.
You shouldn't have to wait half a year to relive your wedding day. I prioritize fast turnaround without sacrificing quality — so you can share your film while the memories are still fresh.
Investment
Every package includes a pre-wedding consultation and digital delivery.
$1,500
$2,500
$4,000
Add-ons: Engagement Session $300 · Same-Day Edit $1,000 · Extra USB $50 · Additional Hours $200/hr
Every film is unique, but here's what you can expect.
The nerves, the laughter, the quiet moments before it all begins
Every word, every vow, every tear — captured from multiple angles
Your first dance as a married couple, the song, the smiles
The words your loved ones prepared — you'll want to hear them again
Dancing, singing, the best man's moves — the moments you'll laugh at for years
Drone footage of your venue and the landscape that framed your day
Rings, flowers, invitations, the dress — the details you spent months choosing
That moment when you see each other for the first time — pure, unscripted emotion
Sparklers, bubbles, or a grand sendoff — the perfect ending to your day
Questions
Not at all. I don't direct, pose, or interrupt. I blend into your guests and capture moments as they happen naturally. Most couples tell me they forgot I was there.
3–4 weeks after your wedding day. While the industry average is 3–6 months, I believe you shouldn't have to wait that long to relive your day.
Every package includes a pre-wedding consultation, professional editing, color grading, licensed music, and digital delivery. The main differences are coverage hours, number of cameras, and extras like drone footage.
Rain makes for incredible footage. Some of the most cinematic wedding films are shot in rain. I come prepared for any weather and adapt to whatever the day brings.
Yes. I serve all Northeast states — New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Maine, Rhode Island, and beyond. Travel is included within New England.
Yes, I offer both photography and videography. We can discuss combo packages during our consultation call.
Professional cinema cameras, stabilizers, wireless audio systems, and a licensed drone for aerial footage. But honestly, equipment matters less than knowing when to press record.
Start with a free 30-minute call. We'll talk about your wedding, your vision, and whether we're a good fit. No pressure, no commitment. If we click, I'll send over a simple contract and we lock in your date.
As soon as you have your date. Popular dates (especially in Vermont during fall foliage season) book 12-18 months in advance. If your date is closer, reach out anyway — I may have availability.
Life happens. If you need to change your date, your deposit transfers to the new date at no additional cost. I've been through enough pandemic reschedules to know flexibility matters.
Absolutely. I've worked with most photographers in Vermont and know how to stay out of each other's shots while still capturing everything. A quick coordination call before the wedding ensures we're in sync.
Appendix — For Dominique
This isn't random design. Every section is backed by competitor research, review mining, and audience pain point analysis. Here's the reasoning.
Hero — Pain-first headline
63% of brides who skipped videography regretted it. We lead with the fear of missing irreplaceable moments — not "we are the best." No competitor in Vermont does this.
Credentials Bar — Hidden proof, now visible
You're a 6x Knot Award Winner with a 4.7/5 WeddingWire rating. None of this is on your current site. Moving it front-and-center is the single highest-impact change.
Why Video Stats — Justify the investment
Couples debate whether videography is worth it. These stats from Zola and WEVA research answer that question before they even ask.
Fear Counter — Address the #1 objection
The #1 reason couples don't hire a videographer is fear of intrusiveness. Zero competitors address this. Your own reviews say "we barely noticed he was there" — we use that exact language.
Portfolio — Let the work speak
No competitor in Vermont leads with video on their homepage. As a videographer, your work IS your marketing. The horizontal scroll creates a gallery experience.
About — Person over brand
Every successful competitor leads with founder personality. "You're not hiring a company, you're inviting me to your wedding" positions you as a person, not a service.
Process — Counter the #1 complaint
Delivery delays are the #1 complaint in wedding videography reviews industry-wide. Your 3-4 week turnaround is genuinely fast. Making it a visible promise is a major differentiator.
Testimonials — Real language, not marketing
These are real quotes from your WeddingWire reviews. We display them large because they're more persuasive than anything we could write.
Packages — First-mover advantage
Zero competitors in Vermont show pricing on their website. Being the first creates immediate trust. Your $2,500 starting price is already on The Knot — we're just making it visible.
FAQ — Answer objections before the call
Zero competitors have an FAQ section. Every couple has the same 8 questions. Answering them on the site means couples who call are already sold — they just need to confirm the date.
What's In Your Film — Make it tangible
Couples don't know what a wedding film includes. Showing specific moments (ceremony, speeches, first dance) makes the intangible tangible.
Final CTA — Emotional close
"Your wedding day happens once" — one final emotional push. The call-to-action is simple and low-pressure: a free 30-minute call. No form, no commitment, just conversation.
Design Notes
Color Palette
Warm cream (#F7F3EE) and taupe (#EDE8E1) create a timeless, elegant feel. The deep brown (#2C2420) grounds the design without being harsh. Gold accents (#C4A882, #8B6D4F) add warmth and sophistication without being bridal cliche.
Typography
Cormorant Garamond (serif) for headlines creates editorial elegance. Nunito Sans (sans-serif) for body text ensures readability. The combination is classic but not stuffy, sophisticated but approachable.
Section Numbers
Large decorative numbers (01-06) create a magazine editorial feel. They guide the eye and create rhythm without being distracting. This is borrowed from high-end fashion and architecture magazines.
Horizontal Scroll Gallery
Unlike a traditional grid, horizontal scroll creates a curated gallery experience. It encourages exploration and puts your videos front-and-center. On mobile, it's swipe-native.
Alternating Pull Quotes
Testimonials alternate left and right alignment, creating visual rhythm and preventing monotony. Large serif italic text makes them feel like magazine pull quotes, not review widgets.
Thin Editorial Lines
Subtle borders between sections add to the editorial feel without being heavy. They create separation while maintaining visual flow. The about photo border adds a gallery/museum quality.
What Makes V2 Different
V2 ("The Storyteller") leans into editorial warmth. Light backgrounds, serif headlines, asymmetric layouts. It feels like a high-end wedding magazine spread.
V1 ("The Cinephile") will take a different direction — dark, moody, cinematic. Film grain textures, deeper contrast, bold typography. Same content, different emotional register.
Both versions use the same research and positioning. The difference is aesthetic, not strategic. Choose the one that feels more like you.
Research sources: 4 competitor websites analyzed · WeddingWire, The Knot, Reddit forums mined · 50+ real couple review phrases extracted · 7 audience pain points mapped