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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Video Production FAQS
The timeline varies depending on the project’s complexity, but most projects take 3-6 weeks from pre-production to final delivery. Here’s a rough breakdown:
•Pre-Production (1-2 weeks): Concept development, scripting, location scouting, scheduling.
•Production (1-3 days): Actual filming (longer for multi-location shoots).
•Post-Production (2-4 weeks): Editing, color grading, sound design, revisions.
If you need your video sooner, we offer rush production options for an additional cost.
We offer two rounds of revisions at no extra charge to fine-tune the final product. Additional revisions are available for an extra fee, depending on the complexity of the changes.
Yes! We work with professional voiceover artists across different industries. We also provide direction to ensure the narration aligns with your brand’s tone.
Absolutely. Our team can research, craft, and refine scripts to ensure your message is clear and impactful. We collaborate with your team for accuracy and brand alignment.
Yes, whether it’s a one-person testimonial shoot or a full-scale commercial production with a large crew, we tailor our services to meet the needs of the project.
Pricing & Packages FAQs
Pricing depends on factors such as script complexity, shooting locations, length, and crew size. Our projects typically range from $3,500 – $20,000+.
We offer customized packages based on your goals.
Yes! We offer retainer options for businesses needing ongoing content creation, such as monthly brand videos, social media clips, and event coverage.
Retainers help lock in a discounted rate.
Yes, we require a 50% deposit upfront to secure production dates.
The remaining 50% is due upon final video approval.
No, we provide a detailed, itemized quote upfront so you know exactly where your money is going.
Any extra costs (like additional shooting days or extra revisions) are discussed beforehand.
Project Timelines & Revisions
We offer rush editing services that allow you to receive a final video in as little as 5-7 business days, depending on the project scope.
Additional costs may apply.
We keep your raw footage for up to 12 months, so if you need modifications, we can provide additional edits for a small fee based on the scope of changes.
Yes! We can format videos for Instagram Reels, YouTube, LinkedIn, and website embeds.
Let us know your distribution strategy, and we’ll optimize accordingly.
We typically deliver videos in MP4 format, but we can provide ProRes, MOV, or custom formats if needed.
Yes, but any changes beyond the 1-2 included revision rounds will incur additional editing costs.
Strategy & ROI FAQs
Before production, we conduct a strategy session to clarify your objectives, define success metrics, and ensure your video connects with your audience.
Yes! We offer consulting on distribution strategies, including paid ads, organic reach, and social media engagement tactics to maximize video impact.
Success metrics vary, but we focus on views, engagement rates, conversions, and audience retention. We can also work with analytics tools to track ROI.
Analytics tools on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Google Analytics can provide valuable insights into how your videos are performing.
Tracking these metrics helps you understand your audience’s preferences and refine your video marketing strategy.
Equipment & Technical FAQs
We use cinema-grade cameras, including the Sony FX6, Sony FX3, and RED Komodo, ensuring top-tier image quality.
Yes, all our videos are shot in 4K or higher, providing cinematic quality and future-proof content.
Yes, we offer aerial cinematography, perfect for capturing landscapes, real estate, or large-scale events.
Yes, we provide green screen shoots, motion graphics, and advanced VFX services for businesses needing dynamic visuals.
Yes, we offer closed captions, subtitles in multiple languages, and burned-in text to improve accessibility and engagement.
Outdoor, Adventure & Lifestyle Brands FAQs
Outdoor brands thrive on visual storytelling. High-quality video showcases your product in action—whether it’s hiking gear, a travel experience, or a fitness brand.
Video helps immerse your audience in the lifestyle associated with your brand, driving emotion and connection.
With the right strategy, it can increase brand awareness, boost sales, and build a loyal community.
Yes. We specialize in filming in extreme environments—from high-altitude mountain summits to the scorching heat of the desert, and even underwater.
Our experience in adventure videography means we know how to handle the logistics, permits, and equipment necessary to capture stunning visuals in the most challenging conditions.
Authenticity is key. The best way to showcase an adventure product is through lifestyle content—real people using your product in real situations. Whether it’s POV action shots, cinematic storytelling, or high-energy brand films, we tailor the approach to your product and audience.
Drone shots, slow-motion action, and real customer testimonials are often great additions.
Absolutely. aerial footage is one of the best ways to showcase the scale and beauty of outdoor experiences. Whether it’s capturing sweeping landscapes, action sports, or remote locations, drone videography adds a premium, cinematic feel to your content.
Yes. Short-form, engaging videos are crucial for social media ads, and we create high-converting content tailored to each platform (Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).
Our approach includes hook-driven storytelling, captivating visuals, and strong call-to-actions to help you drive sales and brand awareness.
Financial, Corporate & Commercial FAQs
We create brand films, company overview videos, client testimonials, training content, internal communications, recruitment videos, and investor pitches.
Whether you need a high-level corporate story or targeted content for stakeholders, we craft polished, professional videos that align with your brand’s mission.
Trust is everything in financial services. Video humanizes your brand by showcasing client success stories, behind-the-scenes transparency, and expert insights.
Educational content, like financial explainers, establishes credibility, while personal branding videos for leadership help build stronger client relationships.
Yes, and they are highly effective for breaking down complex financial topics in a way that is visually engaging and easy to understand.
We incorporate motion graphics, visual metaphors, and storytelling techniques to make difficult concepts accessible for your audience.
Absolutely. We have experience working across multiple locations, including coordinating multi-day shoots across different states. Whether you need footage of different branches, leadership teams, or operations in action, we ensure consistency in branding and storytelling.
Yes. Investor videos require a professional, persuasive approach, combining clear messaging, data visualization, and storytelling to effectively convey your company’s value proposition.
We also create training videos for employees, sales teams, and customer education, making complex information digestible and engaging.
Medical, Healthcare & Fitness FAQs
We produce patient testimonials, doctor interviews, procedural explainer videos, product demos for medical devices, hospital promotional videos, and healthcare recruitment videos.
Each project is crafted to build trust, educate, and highlight the impact of healthcare services.
Yes, but filming in medical environments requires strict coordination.
We work with hospitals and healthcare providers to secure permissions, adhere to HIPAA regulations, and ensure minimal disruption to operations and patient care.
Yes. Privacy and compliance are a priority. We ensure all content adheres to HIPAA regulations, protecting patient confidentiality.
Our process includes legal reviews, secured footage storage, and compliance-trained crews to ensure all production stays within healthcare guidelines.
Definitely. Fitness brands benefit from high-energy, visually engaging content. Whether it’s instructional workout videos, product promotions for fitness gear, or lifestyle-driven fitness brand storytelling, we create content that motivates and converts.
Videos can showcase your expertise, build trust, and create a stronger community.
Success stories, behind-the-scenes training, and well-crafted ads can increase memberships, online sales, and brand engagement. We also help fitness coaches and brands repurpose long-form content into short social clips for maximum reach.
Documentary & Brand Storytelling FAQs
A commercial is typically short (15-60 seconds) and sales-driven, designed for advertising purposes.
A documentary is longer, story-driven, and focuses on real-life narratives, educating and emotionally connecting with audiences. Documentaries are ideal for nonprofits, brand legacy stories, and cause-driven companies.
We believe in authenticity. Our approach starts with deep research, interviews, and storyboarding to understand the subject’s journey.
We focus on raw, emotional storytelling, using cinematic visuals, engaging narratives, and unscripted moments to capture the heart of the story.
The timeline varies based on scope and complexity. A short-form doc (5-10 minutes) may take 4-6 weeks, while feature-length projects (30+ minutes) can take several months to a year, factoring in research, interviews, filming, and post-production.
Yes. We offer strategy for distribution, whether that’s film festivals, YouTube premieres, paid ad campaigns, or private screenings.
We also assist with social media trailers, press releases, and promotional materials to maximize exposure.
Absolutely. Interviews are a critical part of documentaries. We conduct in-depth interviews, structure compelling narratives, and ensure a professional, relaxed environment for interviewees.
We also handle fact-checking, archival footage sourcing, and script development for historical or investigative storytelling.
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