The Perks of Having a Same Day Wedding Video Edit w/ Justin Thompson Media

When it comes to reliving the magic of your wedding day, nothing compares to seeing it unfold in real time. Same-day wedding video edits are gaining traction among couples looking for an immediate and emotional way to experience their big day, and Nashville Bride Guide Vendor Justin Thompson of Justin Thompson Media is bringing this innovative service to Tennessee. Specializing in cinematic wedding videography, Justin and his team craft stunning highlight reels that are shown at the reception, allowing couples and their guests to enjoy a beautifully curated glimpse into the day’s most heartfelt moments.

Justin’s journey into videography began with a passion for photography, sparked by casual hikes with his father. What started as simple snapshots eventually evolved into a deeper love for visual storytelling. A high school project introduced him to video, and he soon found himself filming for his church, family, and friends. Weddings became a natural progression, and after experimenting with various video paths, Justin committed to wedding videography full-time, officially launching Justin Thompson Media five years ago.

A same-day edit is a three- to five-minute highlight video that captures the essence of a couple’s wedding day. Justin and his team film throughout the event, carefully selecting key moments, and then seamlessly edit the footage on-site to create a stunning short film. This mini-movie is then projected on a large screen, often right before the grand exit, providing couples and their guests with an unforgettable experience.

The reactions are priceless—tears, cheers, and heartfelt laughter as couples and their loved ones see the highlights of the day unfold before them. “It’s a really fun event,” Justin says. “It adds a memory to the wedding that I really like.”

Executing a same-day edit requires efficiency and skill. Initially, Justin handled the entire process alone, sacrificing breaks and meals to ensure the edit was completed on time. As demand grew, he expanded his team, now including editors and second shooters to streamline the process. His workflow involves editing during dinner and reception dancing—times when he doesn’t need to capture extensive footage. Moving forward, Justin aims to refine this process further, ensuring that same-day edits rival the quality of traditional wedding films that take weeks to produce.

Same-day edits are becoming increasingly popular for several reasons:

With video becoming a must-have in modern weddings, same-day edits are taking the experience to the next level. As Justin continues to refine his craft, his mission remains the same: to capture the beauty, emotion, and authenticity of each couple’s love story in a way that is both cinematic and deeply personal.