Introduction

My name is Ben Mercedes II, and since 2014, I’ve specialized in capturing live events, fundraisers, and brand content. Our experience covering everything from intimate 500-person galas to large-scale corporate events has made us highly adaptable and detail-oriented, ensuring seamless execution with no room for error.

For AJ Events, we will provide high-energy, engaging video content that captures the guest experience, event atmosphere, and entertainment. Our expertise lies in delivering fast-turnaround highlight reels designed for social media and promotional use, helping drive future event attendance. Our streamlined workflow ensures efficient delivery while maintaining the highest production quality.

Below are examples of our work, including event highlight reels and brand storytelling. We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with AJ Events and bring these flagship fundraisers to life.

Portfolio & References


Approach

Scope of Work & Deliverables

Videography: Capturing high-energy B-roll footage focusing on guest experience, event atmosphere, and entertainment. Each event will receive:

  • Three final deliverables per event:

    • 10-15 second social media reel

    • 30-second social media reel

    • 1-minute highlight video for web

  • Optional Add-ons: Time-lapse footage, guest testimonials, and photography services.

Daily Content: Ability to provide the 15 second edit the same day.

Post-Event Delivery: Edited highlight reels delivered within 7 days, with an option for expedited turnaround upon request. One round of revisions included.

Team & Equipment

Crew: 2-4 videographers depending on event size and coverage needs.

We use Canon/Sony/Panasonic cameras, equipped with multiple lenses, stabilizers, and lighting setups for optimal coverage. All cameras record to dual memory cards for instant backups, and footage is secured to an SSD after each shoot. Content is further backed up in multiple locations (local & cloud) to ensure data security and redundancy.

Availability & Logistics

We are fully available for all AJ Events flagship events:

  • Taste of the Food Bank – May 8, 2024

  • RefugePoint’s 20th Anniversary Gala – October 14, 2024

  • Habitat for Humanity “Home for the Holidays” – December 2, 2024

We will conduct remote pre-event consultation meetings to align on expectations, creative direction, and logistics. During each event, we will coordinate with AJ Events staff to ensure seamless execution and adaptability to any updates.

Conclusion

With our experience in high-energy event coverage, a streamlined workflow, and a commitment to delivering impactful content, we are confident in our ability to showcase AJ Events’ fundraising experiences and support their marketing efforts.

BONUS

By capturing all three events the team will also capture footage of the staff and work of AJ Events. This will give us a great starting point to produce a brand story like this video for AJ events in the future.

PRICING

Pricing for each project is below. Deliverables range within 24 hours to one week.

A La Carte

  1. Time-lapse footage (12 hrs) $600

  2. 3x 45 second Guest Testimonials (at Taste of the Food Bank, impromptu interviews of sponsors and attendees on the event floor) $500

  3. AJ Events BTS footage of AJ at event load-in (1 hour of capture) + (2) social media reel - $1000 but complimentary. We look forward to working with you.