Awarded to a filmmaker whose total body of work is not only consistently best in the field, but also pushes the boundaries in a way that sets trends for the rest of the industry and serves as an inspiration for your fellow filmmakers.

The prestigious Film of the Year award is for the film that exemplifies the best of the best of our industry in unforgettable and compelling ways that leave an impression on the filmmaker community. This award defines excellence.

The gold standard. A proud representation of the wedding filmmaker community.The Wedding Of The Year category recognizes the work of the entire wedding team. This award is for the wedding with the most fun aesthetic, vendor team and couple.

Cinematography. The art and craft of making timeless wedding films by capturing a story visually. The application of camera techniques can elevate a couple's wedding day from a wedding video to a piece of art to be enjoyed for generations to come.The Best Cinematography award will take into account all of the technical aspects that go into creating art on film; exposure, composition, lighting and camera placement, movement and color.

We're always looking for up-and-coming talent. This category is designed to recognize a fresh filmmaker on the scene who has nonetheless demonstrated exceptional filmmaking skills and pushed the creative envelope in our industry.

Both filmmakers and newlyweds are invited to submit to this category, created to celebrate the team effort behind a winning film that captures the imagination of the audience. An influential and engaging couple, strong aesthetic, and dedicated vendor team are key.

Editing a film that captures viewers and distills a full video into a coherent narrative for social media is an art unto itself. The winning film in this category will deliver a viral-worth video for TikTok, Instagram, or other platforms.

Designed to celebrate global wedding traditions, this category is open to films captured outside of the U.S. by a non US-based filmmaker that captures a wedding in a thrilling and inspiring way. Non-english speaking films are welcome.

Not to contradict Coco Chanel, but dress impeccably and they most certainly do remember the dress, tux, or shoes. This award recognizes the film that perfectly captures how fashion sets the tone for a wedding: from Bohemian to sharply tailored—and everything in between.

Love is love—and while every couple is eligible to win any Wedding Film Award, this award is specifically designed to spotlight the inspiring love of our LGBTQ+ couples through a film that is as timeless as it is alluring.

A great soundtrack is crucial to delivering a film that captures our emotions. The winning film will employ music to take the content from great to exceptional through a transcendent audio journey using music to both set the mood and capture the spirit of the wedding celebration.

Every memorable wedding film has a moment—sometimes emotional, sometimes hilarious, often unplanned—that lives on long after the special day. The Best Moment award lauds the film that best captures that one magical moment that transcends all others.

Sometimes the most romantic and beautiful weddings are missing one major element. The guests. This award celebrates those intimate celebrations between two people. Last minute or expertly planned over a year, courthouse or on a mountain top. We just want to see the beauty and love shine through on these intimate celebrations.

No long-winded boring speeches or cookie cutter vows here! The Best Speech Or Vows award will go to the video that showcases a speech or vow that leave us in awe. Speeches can be emotional, hilarious, sweet and tear-inducing. Personalized vows can show us everything about a couple in a few well thought out sentences. The words and sentiment of an amazing speech or spectacular vows will last long after the walk down the aisle is over and the last glasses have been clinked.

An awe-inspiring venue creates a whole vibe that an astounding wedding can be built around. We'll award the Best Venue award to the video where the venue takes center stage and shines throughout.

South Asian weddings, often spanning multiple days, brim with family, tradition, and vibrant celebrations. Imbued with rich culture, these weddings manifest in diverse settings, from grand ballrooms to intimate backyards and luxurious destinations. The Best South Asian Wedding award recognizes the video that profoundly captivates us, both visually and emotionally.

The heart-pounding moment when love transcends into a lifelong commitment - the wedding proposal. We salute the thoughtful souls who plan to capture this monumental occasion on film, allowing all of us to share in the thrill and surprise. The 'Best Wedding Proposal Video' award celebrates the art of capturing love's promise in its purest form, creating an enduring memory that touches the hearts of all who witness it.

What's more enchanting than a themed wedding, where love and imagination unite? From whimsical Halloween affairs to epic Star Wars spectacles, and the mysteries of Masquerade to the enchantment of Alice in Wonderland – the possibilities are boundless, and so is the amusement.

At Love Stories TV, we understand the invaluable contributions educators make to the wedding filmmaking industry. Their guidance and expertise shape the future of wedding filmmaking, inspiring countless creatives along the way. This award is a chance to acknowledge and celebrate the dedication of these educators.