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Jason Magbanua shares details from Zeinab Harake and Ray Parks Jr wedding film

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

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<p>Top-tier Filipino event videographer Jason Magbanua has opened up about the creative process behind content creator Zeinab Harake and basketball player Ray Parks Jr.’s wedding film, which has now garnered over 10 million views on YouTube.</p><p> In a social media post Jason detailed how the couple’s dream celebration turned into one of his most challenging and rewarding projects to date.</p><p> “The story of the 10 million view wedding film,” he wrote.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DK9FA6qPxSX/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A487418%2C%22ls%22%3A138249.3999999999%2C%22le%22%3A138256.2000000002%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><p><strong> </strong>He added in the comment section: “And this is the part where I say it was a total team effort top to bottom. Thanks to the shooters, my project manager, my AD and assistant editor. You guys are the best!”</p><p>He revealed that Zeinab had specifically requested a nearly hour-long wedding film to be uploaded on her YouTube channel—a format that diverged from Jason’s usual 10-minute highlight edits.</p><p> “Zeinab requested a team of 10 videographers and a camera jib to cover her wedding. That&#x27;s not quite what we&#x27;re used to but she explained her reasons well from a vlogger&#x27;s perspective - just absolute complete coverage of everything that will happen,” he wrote.</p><p> “She also wanted a 45-minute film to be uploaded on her channel a week after the wedding.”</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DKtLc0Wv7bn/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A626975.8999999999%2C%22ls%22%3A138249.3999999999%2C%22le%22%3A138256.2000000002%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="638" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><p><strong> </strong>Jason admitted that it was a challenging part for him as he is used to making a short highlight edit for his past events, but he accepted it.</p><p> “A 45-minute wedding film uploaded to a YT channel with 14m subs needed in 7 days! I&#x27;ll admit this was my main stressor - I&#x27;m a 10-minute highlight editor and I can&#x27;t remember editing anything beyond 25. But I&#x27;ll think about that after the event, lemme focus on the SDE (same day edit) first. Just embrace the challenge,” he said.</p><p> To add depth to the storytelling, Jason insisted on conducting a pre-wedding interview with Zeinab and Ray. </p><p> “I insisted on filming an interview prior to the wedding for two reasons. First, it would provide a nice visual &#x27;break&#x27; from the wedding footage and add another layer of commentary for what was to happen,” he stated.</p><p> He went on: “Second, it was an excellent way to know and understand my bride and groom better. It&#x27;s no coincidence that my best edits are ones where I get the chance to meet and talk to couples on a human level, especially in this case, where a lot of things are wrapped in celebrity.”</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong> <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.facebook.com%2Fphoto.php%3Ffbid%3D1283153529845052%26set%3Da.596031138557298%26type%3D3&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=500" width="500" height="250" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><strong></strong></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>During the pre-planning stage, Jason and his team of videographers carefully divided their assignments—covering the bride, groom, details, setups, and establishing shots.</p><p> “Half the battle is always won with proper planning and strategizing. We set the assignments for the videographers for both subjects and placement. The crew was distributed across bride, groom, objects, setup and establishing shots,” he wrote.</p><p> They also curated music from artists like James Blake, Labrinth, Oh Wonder, SYML, and Olivia Dean to match the emotion and rhythm of the same-day edit (SDE). Jason described the editing process as intense, especially managing footage from 10 different memory cards and sifting through hours of material.</p><p> “I started gathering footage earlier than usual and I found my footing early. The second hardest thing to do was manage copying the cards to my machine. 10 cards at a time is no joke. The hardest thing was sifting through the footage. But there was a method to the madness and I kept chugging along til I hit export,” he expressed, sharing one of his favorite shots of Ray during the wedding.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-8" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DKr6dhqyJHM/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A8%2C%22os%22%3A760667.8999999999%2C%22ls%22%3A138249.3999999999%2C%22le%22%3A138256.2000000002%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-8" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong></strong> <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.facebook.com%2Fphoto.php%3Ffbid%3D1283153499845055%26set%3Da.596031138557298%26type%3D3&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=500" width="500" height="250" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><strong></strong></div><div> </div><p>Jason admitted he second-guessed himself while editing the full version but ultimately trusted his instincts.</p><p> “I was actually second guessing myself while I was editing, but there was a voice in my head constantly telling me you do you. And that I did. I combed through all the footage, watched all the clips and listened to every bit of audio. I started cutting and building the story,” he said.</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong> <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.facebook.com%2Fphoto.php%3Ffbid%3D1283153493178389%26set%3Da.596031138557298%26type%3D3&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=500" width="500" height="250" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><strong></strong></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong></strong><strong></strong></div><p> When the couple came to the studio for the first viewing, he described it as “nerve-wracking,” but rewarding.</p><p> “When you put your heart and soul into your work, there is a quiet yet solid confidence that comes with it. A few minutes in and I knew we had a banger.”</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong> <iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.facebook.com%2Fjasonmagbanuafilms%2Fvideos%2F1811764166402956%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=380&amp;t=0" width="380" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><strong></strong></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>He also noted some standout elements that made the experience memorable.</p><div> </div><p>“I was pleasantly surprised the no-phone policy was enforced rather well. Believe me, couples have tried and failed,” he first shared.</p><p> He continued, “What an absolute joy to work with couples who value and respect our work, recognizing the scale and cost of this kind of production.”</p><p> Jason concluded his post with heartfelt words, writing, “After the dust has settled I told R &amp; Z -&#x27;the experience was very very challenging but one I would choose to do over and over again.&#x27;”</p><div> </div><div><strong></strong> <iframe width="766" height="383" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WGmiPO_uYEA" title="#ZEINABfoundherRAYt1 💍" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><strong></strong></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>Zeinab and Ray tied the knot on June 1 in an intimate outdoor ceremony held at the Crystal Palace of Aquila in the Sky, Tagaytay. Their wedding, adorned with red roses, was later shared with fans via Zeinab’s YouTube channel.</p><div> </div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/6/13/zeinab-harake-bobby-ray-parks-jr-receive-touching-wedding-message-from-kids-lucas-bia-0926"><strong>READ: Zeinab Harake and Bobby Ray Parks Jr receive touching video message, featuring kids Lucas and Bia, for their wedding</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p><strong> </strong>In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Zeinab shared how involved she was in the wedding planning, especially the creative aspects.</p><p> “Pinagkakatiwalaan niya ako kasi craft ko siya di ba. Ako din &#x27;yung focused sa edit, hands-on talaga. Pero when it comes to financial, siya! &#x27;Yun ang ambag niya!” Zeinab shared.</p><div> </div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/6/17/zeinab-harake-not-believer-of-marriage-before-meeting-ray-parks-jr-1712"><strong>READ: Zeinab Harake ‘not believer of marriage’ before meeting Ray Parks Jr.</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p><strong> </strong>Ray agreed, “Support financially and emotionally. Happy wife, happy life... Kasi gift niya talaga &#x27;yun creativeness.”</p>

<p>Here's the creative process behind top-tier event videographer Jason Magbanua's Zeinab Harake and Ray Parks Jr wedding film.</p>

Here's the creative process behind top-tier event videographer Jason Magbanua's Zeinab Harake and Ray Parks Jr wedding film.

Jason Magbanua shares details from Zeinab Harake and Ray Parks Jr wedding film: 'Very very challenging but one I would choose to do over and over again'

Jason Magbanua shares details from Zeinab Harake and Ray Parks Jr wedding film: 'Very very challenging but one I would choose to do over and over again'

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Jason Magbanua shares details from Zeinab Harake and Ray Parks Jr wedding film: 'Very very challenging but one I would choose to do over and over again'

Nikka Sabio,

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Published Jun 18, 2025 03:01 PM PHT

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