Capture the energy, culture, and connection of your community event with professional photo or video coverage. What This Service Is This service provides professional photography or videography coverage for community-driven events, such as cultural celebrations, local gatherings, panels, and creative experiences. These events are typically open, welcoming, and rooted in connection, bringing together people through shared purpose, culture, and conversation. From panel discussions and live music to vendor activations and audience interactions, the focus is on capturing the full experience, the people, the atmosphere, and the moments that define your event. 🎯 The Approach My approach is observational, intentional, and community-focused. I move through the event capturing both structured moments (panels, performances) and organic interactions, so the final content reflects the real experience of being there. The goal is to create visuals that feel alive, inclusive, and culturally grounded. 🤝 Ideal For • Community gatherings and local activations • Panel discussions and speaker series • Creative events and networking experiences • Cultural events (Juneteenth, heritage celebrations, diaspora events) • Vendor markets and pop-up events • Empowerment and educational events 👥 Ideal Group Size 25–150 attendees. Best suited for intimate to mid-sized events with active participation and movement. 🎬 What’s Included • Pre-event alignment on timeline and key moments • Coverage of arrivals, interactions, and atmosphere • Capture of speakers, panels, and performances • Documentation of vendors, audience engagement, and environment • Candid storytelling throughout the event 📸 Photography Coverage • Edited gallery of event photos • Speaker and panel coverage • Vendor and activation highlights • Candid audience interactions • High-resolution images for marketing and recap use 🎥 Videography Coverage • Cinematic highlight video (1–2 minutes) • Short-form clips for social media • Coverage of key moments (panels, performances, crowd energy) • Story-driven edit capturing the essence of the event 📍 Location Ideal for events hosted at: • Outdoor parks and public spaces • Community centers • Creative studios and galleries • Event venues and gathering spaces 💰 Pricing & Coverage Options 📸 Professional Photography: Starts at $200​/​hr Clean, high-quality images capturing speakers, vendors, and community moments. Delivered in a professionally curated online gallery with AI-powered face detection, allowing guests to quickly find and download photos of themselves. 🎥 Professional Videography: Starts at $225​/​hr Cinematic video highlighting the energy, message, and experience of your event. 🎥📸 Combined Photo + Video Coverage: Starts at $375​/​hr Comprehensive coverage capturing both high-quality images and cinematic video of your event. Ideal for documenting the full experience—from speakers and vendors to audience interaction and overall atmosphere, giving you a complete set of visuals for marketing, recap, and storytelling. 2-hour minimum for all bookings. Most events book 2–4 hours depending on programming and coverage needs. ➕ Add-On Options 🎤 Static Camera Coverage (Panels ​/​ Presentations): $100​/​hr • 1 stationary camera focused on stage or speaker • Ideal for panels, talks, and presentations • Clean, uninterrupted recording of key moments 🎞️ Stock Video Content Add-On: Starts at $50​/​hr Capture additional stock-style video clips designed for long-term use beyond your event recap. Ideal for brands and organizations that want ongoing content, not just a single event highlight. • Curated B-roll footage of your event, environment, and interactions • Clean, versatile clips suitable for marketing and social media • Content that can be reused across campaigns, websites, and promotions 🎙️ AI Voiceover Add-On: $50 Enhance your highlight video with a custom AI-generated voiceover to help guide the story and messaging of your event. Ideal for organizations that want to control the narrative and ensure their message is clearly communicated. • AI voiceover layered into your highlight video • Ability to shape the tone and key messaging • Clear narrative that highlights your event’s purpose, speakers, or impact 🎤 Speaker Audio Snippets Add-On: $75 Incorporate real audio moments from speakers and panels directly into your highlight vide ⚠️ Important Notes • Photography and videography can be booked individually or together depending on your needs • This service is best suited for well-lit environments that do not require flash • Timeline, programming schedule, and key moments should be shared in advance • Client is responsible for ensuring access to the venue’s AV system if a clean audio feed is required for video recording • Full payment is required upfront and securely held by Film Trips. Funds are only released once content has been delivered and approved by the client, ensuring protection for both parties