The power of custom edits in Tribute videos
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a real shift in how people choose to say goodbye. More families are including Tribute videos and slideshows in services - in fact, they’ve gone up by over 78% in just three years.
These days, nearly 40% of the services we help deliver include some kind of Tribute, whether that’s a Music Tribute, a Themed Tribute, a Basic Slideshow, or a Tribute that the family has put together themselves. It’s clear that more people are looking for ways to make farewells feel that bit more personal.
Why Tributes Matter
Funerals are powerful, emotional moments - not just for mourning, but also for reflection and celebration. Tribute videos can bring together cherished photos, music, and even video clips to tell a person’s story in a way that words alone sometimes can't.
They help families and friends connect through shared memories, giving everyone (even those watching remotely) a chance to feel present, seen, and part of the goodbye.
Going one step further: Custom Edits
Our standard Tribute options offer simple, beautiful ways to honour a loved one. But sometimes, families want to include a little more. For those looking to make things even more personal, we can create custom edits to our Tributes that bring everything together in a truly meaningful way.
This might include:
Embedding home videos – Like childhood moments, wedding clips, or candid family footage
Adding extra music tracks – Up to 3 tracks per tribute can be added to reflect their personality or life journey
Custom photo timings – To match a favourite song or highlight special moments
Want to see what’s possible? Our example Tribute video brings all of this together - with video clips, multiple music tracks, and carefully timed images - to show how powerful a custom Tribute can be.
Why choose us for your custom edits?
There are several important reasons why families choose to let us handle it professionally:
Peace of mind – We ensure the Tribute is compatible with the venue’s setup and will run smoothly on the day.
Professional polish – Our editors carefully balance transitions, pacing, and music to create a high-quality tribute that flows beautifully.
Less stress for families and funeral arrangers – By handling the technical and creative work, we free everyone up to focus on the day itself.
Dedicated support – We’re here to guide families and funeral directors through the process from start to finish.
How to book a custom edit
Booking custom edits for a Tribute is simple. For the Funeral Arrangers we work with, you can request custom edits directly with Obitus after placing your Tribute order, either by email, phone, or using the dashboard message function - just let us know what you’d like to include. And for families, you can simply ask your funeral provider to arrange it and supply the content.
We recommend allowing extra time for custom edits, particularly if videos or multiple music tracks are being included. Our team will work closely with you to ensure everything is just right, and ready in time.
Whether it’s a simple single photo or a fully tailored video tribute, we’re here to help you create a farewell that’s not only beautiful but deeply personal - the kind that stays with people long after the service ends.
If you'd like to find out more, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.