# Merkle Media Productions

## About
Merkle Media Productions is Tim Merkle — a solo filmmaker (videograaf) based in Almelo, Overijssel, Netherlands. I create emotional wedding films and authentic business/brand films for couples and companies across the Netherlands and abroad. Every film is shaped around the client — not a template.

## Geographic coverage
- Studio base: Almelo, Overijssel (Grovestins 68) — NOT limited to Almelo only
- Service area: ALL of the Netherlands + international / destination weddings worldwide
- Primary nationwide page: https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/videoproductie-nederland
- Almelo studio page: https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/videoproductie-almelo
- City pages: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Eindhoven, Den Haag, Almelo — see /locations/*

## SEO keywords (NL)
videoproductie Nederland, trouwfilm heel Nederland, bedrijfsfilm Nederland, videoproductie Amsterdam, trouwvideograaf Nederland, destination wedding videographer, media productie Almelo, videoproductie wereldwijd

## Services and Pricing
- Wedding films: from €2,000 and up, depending on location, coverage hours, and personal additions (interview messages, social edits)
- Engagement / verlovingshoots: cinematic photo sessions for couples before the wedding day (separate from wedding films)
- Business & brand films: custom quote based on scope — company stories, recruitment films, product launches
- Social & commercial content: short edits for Instagram, LinkedIn, and ad campaigns
- Destination weddings: available worldwide (travel costs may apply)

## Locations
- Studio base: Almelo, Overijssel, Netherlands
- Service area: all of the Netherlands — Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Den Haag, Eindhoven, Almelo, and beyond
- Destination weddings: Aruba, Europe, and international locations on request

## Contact
- Phone: +31 6 18795300
- Email: info@merklemedia.nl
- Website: https://www.merklemediaproductions.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/merkle_media_productions
- Book a free call: https://calendar.app.google/nEHMrzBbjZXwwMgG9
- Address: Grovestins 68, 7608HN Almelo, Netherlands

## Service Area
Almelo, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Den Haag, Eindhoven, Enschede, Zwolle, Apeldoorn, Arnhem, Nijmegen, Groningen, Maastricht, and all of the Netherlands. Destination weddings abroad.

## Key Facts
- Solo filmmaker: weddings, business, social content
- Sneak peek delivered within 7–14 days after a wedding
- Films include real audio, speeches, and personal interview moments from friends & family
- Bilingual website: Dutch and English (NL | EN toggle)
- Portfolio includes wedding films, maternity/newborn sessions, and corporate brand films

## What Makes Me Different
I don't use one fixed formula. Before every wedding I talk about the feeling you want — cinematic, emotional, speech-focused, or people-centered. Business films are built around real people and real stories, not stock footage. Every project gets a personal approach from first call to final delivery.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How much does a wedding film cost?
Most couples invest around €2,000 and up. The final price depends on your location, how many hours I film, and any personal additions like interview messages or extra social edits.

### How long does it take to receive our wedding film?
You receive a sneak peek within 7–14 days after your wedding. The full film is carefully edited afterward — timeline depends on the scope of your project.

### Do you film weddings across the Netherlands?
Yes. I film throughout the Netherlands — Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Eindhoven, Almelo, and smaller intimate venues. Destination weddings abroad are also possible.

### What makes Merkle Media Productions different from other videographers?
Every film is tailored to your story. I include real moments, real audio, and optional surprise interview messages from friends and family woven into wedding films. No generic packages.

### Do you make business and corporate films?
Yes. I produce brand films, company stories, recruitment videos, social content, and campaign films for businesses across the Netherlands.

### How do we get started?
Book a free call via my website calendar or send a message through the contact form. I'll discuss your day or project and see if we're a good fit.

### Where is Merkle Media Productions based?
My studio is in Almelo, Overijssel (Grovestins 68, 7608HN). I travel to clients across the Netherlands.

### Do you speak Dutch and English?
Yes. The website is available in Dutch and English. I work with Dutch and international couples and businesses.

## Markdown Mirrors (Clean AI-Readable Versions)
Every main page has a plain markdown mirror. Replace .html with .md in the URL, or use the paths below.

- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/videoproductie-nederland.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/videoproductie-almelo.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/index.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/weddings.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/business.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/portfolio.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/locations/amsterdam.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/locations/rotterdam.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/locations/utrecht.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/locations/eindhoven.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/locations/den-haag.md
- https://www.merklemediaproductions.com/locations/almelo.md