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Episode 38 How Second Shooters Elevate Your Wedding: Pat Simonetta of Happy Valley Film Lab
Two cameras tell a truer story. We sit down with Pat, my trusted second shooter, to explore how shared instincts, clear roles, and smart coverage turn a fast wedding day into a calm, cohesive film. From the ceremony aisle to golden hour portraits, we break down where a second shooter stands, what they watch, and how those choices protect the moments couples care about most.
We start with our messy beginnings—manual focus mishaps, walkies that never clicked, and the gimbal era—then trace the shift to a more human, handheld style. Pat explains the quiet jobs you rarely see: testing DJ feeds for…
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