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Pivotal Video Productions is a videography company located in Thousand Oaks, California, which specializes in wedding events. Owner and videographer Shawn Tanowitz is passionate about documenting couples' love stories on camera. From your pre-ceremony preparations to your evening reception, he will strive to produce a timelessly elegant, high-quality film of your big day.

Services Offered

Shawn and his dedicated team truly value getting to know each couple on a personal level, learning all about each individual's plans, theme, and love story. Shawn loves hearing about your venue, your VIP guests, and the timeline for your wedding day. With over 25 years of experience in the wedding and filmmaking industries, his approach is seamless, subtle, and sophisticated. He offers a range of products and services, including:

  • Rehearsal dinner coverage
  • Extended hours
  • Drone footage
  • Full-length feature videos
  • Highlight films
  • Client revisions

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding videography services?

$1,695

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Full Feature Video
High-Def Video
Multi. Locations

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,600

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Add'l Hours
Full Feature Video
High-Def Video
Highlight Video
Multi. Cameras
Multi. Locations
Raw Footage

What primary style do you identify with?

Cinematic
Documentary
Short Form
Storytelling
Traditional

Which wedding events do you service?

Ceremony
Pre-Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What videography services do you offer?

Drone Footage
Full Feature Video
Highlight Video
Multi. Cameras
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Raw Footage

What final video formats do you offer?

Blu-Ray
Digital Download
DVD
SD Card
USB Flash Drive
USB Hard Drive
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Reviews of Pivotal Video Productions

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Barry G. Sent on 04/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience and final product!

We met Shawn and his team at a bridal expo in early 2023 and after speaking with him over the phone, booked him for our wedding. Ahead of the wedding we went over everything we desired and envisioned, and Shawn worked with us to make sure he was able to capture what we wanted. He was always thoughtful, accommodating, and creative with us.

Throughout the wedding day Shawn was attentive to everyone, professional, and was always looking for the perfect shots to truly capture our wedding. And he definitely captured it perfectly! After the wedding we continued to stay in touch as we waited for our wedding highlight and full video, and the videos did not disappoint! We received a very thoughtful care package that included our videos plus a movie watching kit with popcorn and candy, something we did not expect.

We would highly recommend Shawn for any event you need a videographer for. He was caring, communicative, and a pleasure to work with.
Sharon
Sharon V. Sent on 03/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Life Saver

I found Pivotal and Shawn through a Social Media referral and after finding them I realized they filmed a friends wedding that I attended. I got them very last minute for my Sons Wedding. So Happy we are so pleased now we have all these Beautiful Memories forever! Thank you so much! I will refer everyone to this company!
Danielle
Danielle Sent on 02/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Video!

My husband and I are so so happy with the result of our wedding video!! Shawn did an incredible job and we are so happy that we made the decision to go with Pivitol. We received the video a little later than we were expecting, not sure if that was a misunderstanding on our part, but overall so happy we went with this vendor. Definitely will recommend to others!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

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I have been fortunate enough to work on site with Pivotal Video Productions at an event (and have referred them many times). Shawn is prompt, friendly, very easy to work with and produces high quality work. My clients love him and often remark on how amazing their event was. I would jump at the chance to work with Shawn again. I know my clients are in good hands when they hire Pivotal Video Productions.

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Working with Pivotal Video Production for over 15 years and experiencing their quality and vision is why they are our companies preferred video production service. The way they capture the love, excitement, and energy makes you feel, like you are in that wonderful moment. They also have produced many wedding, Mitzvah, and Corporate videos and montages for our clients. When we think of team we think of Pivotal Video Productions as a strong member to any event we refer or have the honor of working together with them, the outcome is pure satisfaction!

Betsy diFrancesca, Hair and Makeup Betsy diFrancesca, Hair and Makeup Wedding Hair & Makeup

Shawn , the owner of Pivotal Video , is definitely the guy you're looking for to shoot your wedding! He is quietly efficient which is the best way to be ( in my opinion) if you're shooting a wedding. Plus, he's fair and a wonderful person, too! Did I also mention he shoots beautiful footage of your event? Well, he does!

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