10 Reasons to hire a camera crew in Washington D.C.

Our clients don’t hesitate to contact Team Beverly Boy when they need to hire a camera crew In Washington D.C. This city is hands down one of the most famous and remarkable cities in the US. Being the capital of America and boasting great monuments, statues and famous landmarks, D.C. draws multitudes of tourists each year. The following 10 ways show you how to get the best video shoot out of your camera crew in Washington, D.C.

Here is a promotional video our D.C. camera crew filmed in Maryland.

Climate

As the capital of the United States, this breathtakingly beautiful city has great weather in fall. The vibrant and warm colors of fall leaves combined with the cool temperatures evoke sweet and unforgettable memories. Summer makes this city bright and brings with it high-season tourists.  Spring is definitely a great time to visit. Around mid April, if you’re lucky you may get to witness D.C.’s famous cherry blossoms blooming, which look absolutely remarkable against the city’s monuments. This could be the best time hire a cameraman for a video shoot in Washington.

Food

Who doesn’t love good food?  After a long day of video production, you will want to sit down, relax and savor an unforgettable meal with your camera crew in Washington D.C. The capital is renowned for its top chefs, exquisite cuisines and exemplary exotic dishes.  The city boasts of over 2000 restaurants, some of the most famous being The Old Ebbitt Grill, serving up iconic Amertican dishes in Victorian-era fashion, and Rastika, touting modern Indian cuisine. Your food wish list while in D.C should include Khachapuri, a Georginian cheese bread, Kitfo, an Ethiopian delicasy made of raw beef, and a delicious Falafel sandwhich.

National Monuments

Stand in awe at the sight of national landmarks and monuments in Washington, D.C. Half of America’s rich history and architectural gems according to American Institute of Architects, can be found at DC’s National Mall. You can book a camera crew in Washington, D.C to capture the amazing Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial among many others. This makes for amazing footage for any camera crew in Washington D.C.

Non-Profit Video for DSW filmed by our Washington D.C. Camera Crew

Natural Wonders

Sit back and soak in the beautiful sunshine of DC’s secret gardens and green spaces. Ranging from Theodore Roosevelt Island, to the Marvin Gaye Park to the National Arboretum, you can look forward to enjoying the tranquility in these spaces. Hire a Washington D.C video production company for a day to film amazing shots at the spacious Battery Kemble Park or at the Dumbarton Oaks Gardens that offer an enchanting green space. At the end of the day you can unwind by taking a leisure stroll at Montrose Park.

Cultural Experiences

Embassies from all across the world are headquartered in Washington, D.C. These embassies make this great city a diverse melting pot where people can enjoy incredible cultural events, learn about the traditions, arts, food and music of different countries.  Festivals such as the Turkish Festival, Francophie Festival, National Cherry Blossom Festival and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival are fascinating events to film with your camera crew in Washington D.C.

Transportation

There are a number of ways to help get your camera crew around D.C. The most popular way is the Metrorail, with over 91 stations in the area! You can also opt for the taxis or the Circulator bus. Thinking of driving but nervous about where to find parking? You can learn the tips and tricks of having an easy parking experience on the DCParking.org site.

Permits

Film production in Washington, D.C might require a permit. The city is happy to give out permits for using different parks and venues. With a great camera crew in Washington D.C. to help you navigate the city and find superb locations, your experience will be absolutely unforgettable.

Weather

You can hire a videographer in summer, fall or spring to capture great footage. Summer in Washington, D.C is quite hot, while fall is simply beautiful with the changing leaves. You can choose to take part and film the famous National Cherry Blossom Festival in spring in the months of March to April.

History

As the Capital of the US, Washington, D.C has well preserved historical monuments, museums, parks and buildings scattered around the city. This makes it the ideal backdrop for filming.  A cameraman in Washington, D.C will be spoilt for choice.

United States Botanic Garden

Find a camera crew in Washington, D.C to help you capture the beauty of the remarkable plants, flowers and ferns at the Botanic Garden. Horticulture lovers will fall in love with everything the garden has to offer. The location has 8 gardens rooms with about 10,000 plants with some of them being 165 years old and above. The Botanic Garden is a gorgeous spot to capture some scenic b-roll or use as a picturesque backdrop for interviews.