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Taking the Mystery Out of Video Production Rates
Let's start this off with a question I get asked almost every day: "So how much do you cost?" Don't get me wrong. It doesn't bother me and I know why I get it. It's because video production, like most creative services, have a HUGE range of prices out there. You could ask several video production companies to give you a quote on something and literally receive a range spanning more than two thousand dollars from the lowest to the highest price. It was even confusing for me in the first year of running my business. So what I'll try to do in this entry is explain why you get such a wide range and maybe that will help you understand what you're actually paying for. The Lowest End: The Student/Hobbyist This range is what you'll get if you are getting a quote from someone who is relatively inexperienced in video production. These are students and hobbyists who typically own a camera with little other production equipment. However, what they lack in experience is usually made up by their sheer enthusiasm and passion for their work. Consequently, their prices are not a good indication of their (potential) raw talent. Of course, with this group, the level of quality can range wildly from pure garbage to cinematic prodigy. A best practice is to ask them to provide you with a recent sample of their work. If the quality is satisfactory for what you are trying to do, then go for it. However, keep in mind that you'll be dealing with a person that may not be business minded. The Lower Midrange End: The Part Timer This group is usually more experienced than the student, but will typically work as an independent contractor on nights and weekends while keeping a full time job. They more than likely own higher end cameras and equipment, but usually not enough for a larger production. Working with this group will yield a baseline of quality. It may not be the most flashy, but it will get the job done. Most people that fall into this group pop up under "Oh, I know a guy that does video." Their prices are very affordable, but since video production is not their primary job, you may have to wait weeks or months to get your final product and they may not be readily available to take your calls and emails. If speediness and service are important for your project, you may wish to pay a little more. The Midrange: The Small Business If you need dependable service and timely delivery, you probably don't want to accept anything lower than this range. The small business is used to delivering on deadlines and is readily available to discuss your project in a detailed and timely manner. These companies typically have an office with a staff of two or more people and a solid resume. These companies also have a studio where they can record larger projects or simply control the lighting and acoustics during the recording process. They typically serve the regional/local business and independent film community. The High End: Commercial Video Production Studios This range is for companies that film nationally-airing television commercials, Fortune 500 business video, and feature films with larger budgets. They have in house video production facilities that are thousands of square feet large. This is most likely out of the reach of smaller businesses and private individuals. Their resumes include a list of who's who in the business world and so their video production rates are easily justified. Large corporations and advertising firms depend on these studios to produce the most cutting edge and visually stunning videos possible. These companies usually specialize in computer animation, large scale productions, and high end motion graphics. Wrapping Up So hopefully I haven't murdered you with information. But my goal is that now you have the information necessary to make an educated decision about who to hire for your next video projects. Honestly, there's work out there for anyone that owns a camera nowadays. If you'd like to know about our prices, then head right on over to our video production rates page. As always, if you have a question or comment, just fire away. Till next time, Alex GardenerSmart Aleck Films
We've Moved into a New Studio
Hey Everybody, It's been a long time coming. I've been looking for a studio space for the past year and I haven't had any luck... until now. It's hard to find a suitable space for a video production studio because there are so many factors that can ruin a location. Noisy neighbors, irregular room dimensions, ceiling height- you name it. On top of that, you'd be surprised at how many locations are flat out dangerous. I'm talking about "hide your kids, hide your wife" dangerous. That was unnecessary. I apologize. In any case, I'm really excited about the space because I can now help others pursue their dream of producing original movies, filming web content, and launching their businesses through promotional video. I've worked with large companies before, but I get the most fulfillment out of helping the small to mid size business/organization. Being a small business myself, I understand the need to maximize every single penny. Now I'm not saying I'm cheap, but I do know that I can get you results that look really expensive. So if there is anything that I can do to help you promote your career or business with video, please let me know. Or feel free to call and drop by the studio. I love having guests. Till next time, Alex Smart Aleck Films
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