How much does video production cost?

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Pricing tiers explained

Here's how the UK market for video production actually breaks down in 2026:

• • Solo shooter / freelancer (£300–£1,200/day) — for social content, quick turnaround You get: Half or full-day shoot, basic edit, one deliverable.
• • Small production team (RIOT) (£1,200–£4,500/project) — for brand films, product videos, testimonials You get: Concept, shoot, edit, colour, sound, multiple cuts.
• • Full production company (£5,000–£50,000+) — for tv ads, launch films, high-end brand You get: Director, crew, kit, post-production, VFX.

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What changes the price

The same tier of supplier can quote wildly different prices depending on scope. Here are the factors that move the number up or down:

• • Crew size (solo → 8+)
• • Number of shoot days
• • Location(s)
• • Talent (yourself vs. hired actors)
• • Post-production complexity
• • Number of edit versions delivered

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Hidden costs nobody mentions

Every headline price hides costs that only surface later. Watch for these:

• • Music licensing (£100–£1,000)
• • Voice-over (£150–£1,000)
• • Motion graphics (£300–£3,000)
• • Location fees
• • Talent day rates

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What we charge

Video projects from £1,200. Day rate £750 including edit. Drone add-on £250.

We're a small Colchester studio working with UK SMBs and international clients. Our pricing is fixed, itemised, and includes everything you'd expect from a good agency — without the agency overhead.

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How to compare quotes fairly

The biggest mistake when getting quotes for video production is comparing headline numbers without checking scope. A £500 quote and a £2,500 quote for what looks like the same thing are almost always for very different things.

Three checks that put every quote on a level playing field: 1) Ask what's included by line item. 2) Ask what happens if scope changes mid-project. 3) Ask what you own at the end (files, code, accounts). If any supplier can't answer those clearly, move on.

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