A couple sitting close together in tall golden grass, a frame from one of Elijah’s wedding films

Bay Area wedding videographer

The Most Important Film You’ll Ever Own.

Your wedding day shaped into a film that feels timeless, personal, and true to you.

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Based in the Bay Area. Filming wherever your story takes place.

Films

My Clients’ Wedding Films

Shah Wedding, a frame from the film
Shah Wedding
Dani and Tyler Wedding, a frame from the film
Dani & Tyler Wedding
Kasper Wedding, a frame from the film
Kasper Wedding
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Wedding Films HighlightHighlight reel

Testimonials

What My Clients Say

Dani & Tyler

Dani and Tyler wanted a wedding film that felt like them. Playful, candid, and story-driven. When they found Elijah’s work, they knew he could bring that vision to life. Throughout the day, they felt completely at ease as he guided them in a natural way that led to genuine, meaningful moments. One of their favorite parts was capturing their vows privately on video, creating something deeply personal they can revisit forever.

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Dani and Tyler talking on camera about their wedding film

Carly & Sam

Carly and Sam weren’t even planning on having a videographer for their wedding. They decided to book Elijah last minute, and they were so glad they did. Now they have a film that they can always look back on. Couples rarely regret booking a wedding videographer but they almost always regret not having one.

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Carly and Sam talking on camera about their wedding film

Services

My Signature Wedding Services

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Essential Wedding Film

Starting at $3,700

Includes:

  • Up to 6 hours of wedding day coverage
  • Cinematic highlight film (2 to 3 minutes)
  • Professionally edited narrative cut
  • Licensed music selection
  • Online delivery in high resolution
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Premium Wedding Film

Starting at $5,000

Includes:

  • Up to 8 hours of wedding day coverage
  • Cinematic highlight film (3 to 5 minutes)
  • Documentary-style audio bites woven into the story
  • Vertical social cut (1 minute) for sharing
  • Select moment reels for social sharing
  • Professional color grading + sound design
  • Online delivery in high resolution
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Engagement Shoot

Starting at $700

Includes:

  • Up to 1.5 hours shooting time
  • One location of your choice
  • 40 professionally edited, high-resolution photos
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Elijah Merrell, Bay Area wedding videographer

About

Hi, I’m Elijah.

I’m Elijah (EJ) Merrell, a wedding videographer based in the East Bay. I film across the Bay Area and travel wherever your story takes place.

I shoot and edit every film myself, so the person beside you on your wedding day is the same person shaping your film afterward. On the day, I guide you in a natural way so the moments stay genuine and the film feels like you.

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FAQs

Your Questions Answered

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  • How far in advance should we book?

    Most couples book 6 to 12 months in advance. If your date is sooner, reach out anyway. If I am available, I will make it work.

  • How long does it take to receive our film?

    Most films are delivered within 1 to 2 weeks depending on the package you pick.

  • Do you work with photographers and planners?

    Yes. I work seamlessly alongside your team to keep the day flowing naturally and without interruption.

  • Do you travel?

    Yes. I am based in the Bay Area and available for weddings wherever your story takes place.

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