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Custom Video Connection Custom Video Connection provides the most sought after Video Production Services in San Jose, the Peninsula and the SF Bay Area. We're totally Passionate about producing Films, and our studio buzzes like a constant, Euphoric Coffee High, even without coffee. Our imaginative, original style of video production has evolved from serving more than 2000 customers.
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Emily R.
Jun 19, 2018
Chris, Thank you for the wonderful 8th grade promotion/graduation video! It's so great to be able to go back and watch it again. Not knowing that my son was getting an award, I wasn't listening carefully to what the principal was saying about him before he announced his name! I love being able to go back to listen closely and treasure every word now! : Thanks again for a great video, my family and I really appreciate it!
Betty K.
May 21, 2018
My organization has used Custom Video Connection (CVC) to film our annual conference for several years now. Each time we have found CVC (and Chris Hennessy in particular) to be responsive, attentive, and easy to work with. Not only can we count on him to work with our staff, but he also communicates well with other AV vendors to ensure that filming for the conference goes smoothly on the day of. We look forward to working with CVC again in the future. Thanks, Chris!
Sue C.
Nov 14, 2017
I contacted Custom Video Connection (Chris Hennessy) to video my mother's memorial service. I knew from my father's passing that a video personally helps me in the grieving process, and it is also good to send to relatives who are geographically dispersed when they want to share in the memorial. I was impressed with the professionalism and sensitivity of Chris from the start and throughout the process. Tim, who did the camera work, quietly included me in his set-up plan, then was so unobtrusive throughout I didn't again notice he was there; his camera work was perfect and creative in his choices.

All of the file production was done by Chris, who made suggestions for combining the photo album and adding music to the memorial film. It made for an all inclusive, beautiful, and moving memorial DVD. I am extremely grateful to Custom Video Connection. Memorial/funeral services are not "fun events" but they hold lifelong memory and meaning especially when it is someone so close to us. Thank you Chris, and Tim, for your beautiful work. The pricing was very reasonable, and he accepts various payment options.
Phil A.
Sep 26, 2017
Working with Chris Hennessy was a breeze. He captured the essence of my act and created a wonderful video highlighing my show. I've been hearing great comments from clients already. Thank you Chris for your top notch service and attention to detail. Let's get started on another video soon!
Patrick H.
Aug 20, 2017
We hired Chris as a videographer to capture our wedding and he did an excellent job! Chris was easy to work with, put in extra time to learn the venue prior to the wedding day and made a wonderful video without needing any extra input from us on the wedding day (which felt like a very busy day already). Chris always gave prompt responses when we had questions and delivered the edited video shortly within a couple weeks. It was obvious Chris had done this many times before and we could not have been more happy with the final result.
Alyssa H.
Aug 09, 2017
Chris recently did a client testimonial video for the non-profit organization I work for. We were crunched for time to get the video done, had multiple locations to shoot at, and multiple people's schedules to work with. Chris was a stellar professional through it all. He was flexible to accommodate our editing timeframe, was wonderful working with the clients being interviewed (children and adults), and had great ideas for filming, including being able to take the interview questions he was provided for the clients, and expand beyond them in the moment during the interview.

The video Chris made for us was used during a fundraising dinner and made a huge impact on the audience. His skills at pulling out the "gems" from the client interviews and weaving them all into one cohesive story, was a huge factor in our successful fundraising event. Chris' awesome personality and professionalism makes creating a video an easy and fun experience!
Shoshanna M.
May 23, 2017
In my 12 year career, I have never met anyone more dedicated to their clients than Chris at Custom Video Connection. I run an adrenaline park brand called House of Air. Chris filmed, directed, edited, and produced 18 videos for our employee video training series. We are a growing company, but still small enough to need personal attention. When we decided to franchise and expand, we knew we needed standardized employee training.

We researched and interviewed several video production companies, and we were immediately impressed by Chris' energy, passion, and personal connection. Chris produced nearly 3 hours of finished product for us, broken into several distinct video segments. He coordinated videographers and a drone operator for us to get the best possible raw video footage to work with. Chris' guidance was vital in helping us to understand the best teleprompter setup, scripting, and lighting, as well as which of his microphones to use in which takes to produce the best sound.

I worked very closely 1-on1 and directly with Chris on the video editing process, because I'm a very picky client, and he was very patient with me - he wouldn't stop until the finished product was edited exactly to my specifications. That being said, I also know he has several clients who are happy to let him make all of the editing decisions, and if that is the case, I can assure you he will make you a great video with very little effort on your end.

I attached a few stills from our videos to this review. He included drone shots, cutaways, text-on-screen and good transitions and titles in all of our videos. We just recently finished training our first wave of new hires at our new locations, and they LOVED the training videos. Our Operations Managers are also thrilled that they now have a standardized tool to use so that all employees receive the same information every time. I'd highly recommend Chris and Custom Video Connection for any of your video needs. You can contact me personally if you want more information about my experience hiring Chris.
Katy L.
Mar 30, 2013
Having been in the radio and television industry for over 20 years, I know the importance of a talented videographer. Chris is a master at working with people creating an end product which is both professional and warm. Chris Hennessey encourages even the most camera-shy people to open up. That is a talent. I would recommend his company to anyone. Katy Leaver KGO Radio Go! Kat! GoBand
Del M.
Nov 06, 2012
Custom Video Connection (Chris Hennessy) was contracted to help write, film, and edit a short ten minute video tribute to be shown at Auberge du Soleil in Napa during my daughter's wedding reception. Chris was awesome to work with as he was a quick wit and a good listener. He was able to help enhance the original concept during the filming process and the real magic was the job he performed in edit.

My wife was a little skeptical that the project would get done on time and was very surprised and extremely relieved when it was shown at the wedding and the entire audience was in stitches. Her first words were Chris pulled it off! We can't thank you enough Chris, the video was the hit of the reception.
Suzanne G.
Feb 15, 2012
I cannot thank the Chris & Custom Video enough for taking care of my clients the last 3 years. I've owned a event planning business for over 11 years and have worked with numerous videographers. I understand what it takes and what is expected to make a event turn out as perfect as possible. The amount of pre-planning and organization that Chris represents is always so straight forward and flexible. I rate this company at a 5 star service and Chris creates that atmosphere every event!
Sarah B.
Dec 07, 2010
My husband and I hired Chris Hennessy at Custom Video Connection to be the videographer for our wedding, and we couldn't have been more pleased with his work! From the very beginning, when my mom and I met with Chris several times before the wedding, Chris was always open to our suggestions and helped us envision what the final product would be like.

When he showed us various samples of his past work, we knew that we were in for a treat. On our wedding day, Chris and his assistant captured all of the important moments and were very professional. When our wedding DVDs arrived in the mail, my husband and I, along with our parents, were blown away. The footage was spectacular, and the presentation, along with all sorts of nice touches, was beautiful.

I know that Chris put in a lot of long hours in the creation of our video, because it shows in the amazing final product. If you are looking for a professional, hard-working, extremely creative videographer, then be sure to pick Chris and CVC!
Jennifer F.
Nov 10, 2008
I hired Chris for my company's Hall of Fame dinner. He did a great job - researched the location and event beforehad and asked all the right questions. We were thrilled with the interviews he did at the event. We need the video quickly and Chris was able to deliver. I would recommend Chris and his company to anyone needing video recording.
Pippa G.
Nov 05, 2008
Christ and Custom Video Connection Were so wonderful to work with. Chris was not only professional but also a wonderful guy. My wedding day was STRESSFUL the Limo Driver was CRAZY and started yelling at everyone including Chris! However, Chris H. Kept his calm and said to me "this is your day I'm here to be a part of YOUR day" He calmed me and my 7 bride's maid's down as well as made an AWESOME video of the wedding for us.

He was so sweet and his work is AMAZING! WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU Chris for ALL your hard work, your talent, your professionalism, your wonderful attitude and disposition! He is worth every penny, dime, dollar! THANK YOU for saving my memories and adding all your special touches. I will be sure to use Custom Video Connection in the future and recomend them to ANYONE! We all had a great time doing the "shoot" Chris is AWESOME! THANK YOU AGAIN! Best wishes, Leyla :-