Videographers

Portraits by Kristy Velesko Photography

Kelsey Royer

Owner, Lead Shooter

I’ve always had a poets heart. From the time I was little I’ve been scribbling down poems and short stories as I move through the world. When you focus on the little things, the beautiful things, you find what really matters. I love doing that for my clients.

From the quiver in his voice to the way her dress flows behind her as she skip steps toward you with that grin you love, those little things come together to create something meaningful. I love discovering ways to capture all those fleeting moments and reveal what matters most—why you’ve chosen each other.

Jesse Webb

Second Shooter

Jesse has been working with Stories Told Media for 2 years. He is great at putting folks at ease and has a great eye for those little details that set the scene. Jesse is always checking in on the rest of the crew and keeps us on track with timeline. He even makes sure the rest of us stay hydrated!

Alejandra Cruz

Lead Shooter, Second Shooter

Alex has been working with Stories Told Media for 8 years now. She has an amazing artist’s eye and is great at framing a shot in a way that centers the couple. Having competed in newsreel competitions in High School and going on to study film in college, she’s a powerhouse videographer. She loves filming couple shots and gorgeous details.

A COHESIVE TEAM 

One of the things that sets us apart from other videographers is our dedicated team. Our second shooters work exclusively with Stories Told Media, which means we have our communication and roles down to a science! On a film day, might see me making a silent hand gesture across the room and be impressed to see Alex or Jesse giving me the nod knowing exactly what I meant. Read more about our amazing team below!

I have always loved stories.

Like for real, I mastered the art of walking and reading at the same time at a young age (I only hit poles sometimes). After learning to create videos in college, I was visiting with my husband’s grandparents. They kept telling me the same stories and I loved hearing them each time. One day, I was enthralled by another of Grandpa Arthur’s tales about jumping a car through a ring of fire at a rodeo when a family member nudged me and said “you should be recording this.” I only had a very basic camera at the time but I sat down with Grandpa and recorded a Personal History interview with him.

I realized what an amazing medium video can be in crafting a story that moves people and connects them to their loved ones. I was hooked! I recorded my first wedding not long after and I’ve been priveleged to be a part of so many special moments in the ten years since then.

I’ve become an expert and pin pointing the moments that really mean something. Whether it’s a groom cracking everyone up during vows or a grandparent getting misty eyed while they reminisce about bygone days, it matters. I love to be a part of sharing those memories with the people who know it matters too.

 

THROWBACK

The video that started it all. I created a 45 minute video and this 7 minute Highlight for family and friends. This Highlight video was shared at Grandpa's funeral.