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Specializing in explainer video production and whiteboard animation services, we offer a variety of video types that caters to your different needs and goals...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Beacons Point is a leading video production company headquartered in San Diego, specializing in crafting immersive videos that engage audiences through expert storytelling, innovative perspectives, and state-of-the-art technology. Experience the art of captivating storytelling and immersive video production...
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- Audio Production
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- Encinitas, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Award-winning animated explainer videos that deliver simplicity, clarity, and fun...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Audio Production
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We help your brand and your business create more effective videos to build brand awareness, trust and overall professionalism efficiently and consistently across digital platforms.We focus on creating only the right videos for your business needs, whether you are looking for more sales, better clients or...
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- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Videorize is an explainer video production, branding, and marketing agency that excels in creating smart, strategic, dynamic, and sophisticated videos for businesses...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Audio Production
- Location
- Maplewood, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Giant Leap produces content and marketing services including:Social media content, product launch, event coverage and all related services...
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- Location
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Eaglevision is not your traditional video production company. Were storytellers who focus on video production and unique live experiences. We have the finesse, flair and digital savoir-faire to tell your story more effectively and with proven results. We've been doing it for companies in San Jose, across...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Dream Light Visual is a creative agency helping eCommerce brands develop engaging, strategic, and high-performing content designed to support growth...
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- Design Services
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Malolos, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
With over 27 years in business, we've built a reputation for creative excellence, reliability, and lasting client relationships. We deliver WordPress design, SEO, video, illustration, and print solutions that help businesses grow - flexible, dependable, and driven by results...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Hudson, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Partner with Spotlight Podcasting and make podcast production a breeze. Let us handle the hard work while you reap all the rewards – connecting to ideal prospects, referral partners, and industry influencers who can boost your bottom line! With our full-service solution, recording is taken care of so you...
Top Services:
- Audio Production
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Experienced and passionate "Award Winning" Production Company, with the ability and wide-ranging knowledge of film and digital projects from inception to completion. With more than 15 years' experience in the industry, we are adept to writing and editing scenes, treatments, scripts, producing, and effective...
Top Services:
- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Pixelz guarantee excellent camerawork and complete production. We have experience with both broadcast and non-broadcast projects. Conference/launch films, business communications, structured programming, documentaries, advertising, sports event footage, and more...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Translation Services
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- Location
- Wellington, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We're a boutique digital marketing agency that gets straight to the point. We work with any budget, big or small, to deliver results. No fluff, no unnecessary jargon, just effective and tailored strategies to enhance your brands digital presence. Whether you're a small startup or a growing enterprise, we're...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Richmond Hill, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Lead to Conversion specializes in full-service digital marketing for any size company with sales, leads, and ROI with web design and online marketing. Some of the agency's core services include responsive website design, search engine optimization, PPC management, social media marketing, email marketing...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Forward Push works exclusively with law firms generating $500k or more annually. Every engagement is built around Case Gravity four AI components and twelve full-service disciplines running from one strategy, one team, one result...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WE ARE A CREATIVE VIDEO PRODUCTION AGENCYAs a production house, we bring to the table the best production and post-production team in the industry, with leading names in the world of cinematography, animation, visual effects, sound technology and editing working under the Motionify banner. Motionif...
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
We are a small marketing consultant agency located within Dayton, Ohio that assists in giving others a louder voice. We provide creative digital marketing and branding strategies, along with web and graphic design, through visual and personal communication. We are a small social enterprise that has assisted...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dayton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Picturelab is a comprehensive creative video production company offering a full suite of services. Our diverse portfolio encompasses animation, live action, commercials, explainers, testimonials, product demos, corporate communication, and beyond, showcasing our versatility and expertise in meeting varied...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Location
- Mountain View, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Producing creative content is our passion, and we want to be able to share that with you. From company profile and branding videos, website blogs, landing pages, and company announcements, to branded short films, Hawke Commercial Filmmaking will help you turn ideas into full videos/films...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Storytellers Australia: Your B2B Content & Design Partner.We create a full brand experience for industry leaders so you can connect, delight and achieve more...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Audio Production
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- Location
- North Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Black Dog Marcom is a boutique marketing and communications management agency specializing in storytelling. We help B2B and B2C companies, as well as non-profit organizations, refine and elevate their brand story to connect them to their target market. We do this by delivering high-value content experiences...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Bedford, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We are a boutique, full-service advertising agency targeting English and Spanish speaking consumers with media and analytic specialties in television (linear and OTT/Advanced), print and radio (terrestrial, digital and podcast). We also have full video, print and radio creative service capabilities...
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- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Media Buying
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Next Wave is a veteran-owned, HUB Zone-certified advertising and digital media agency based in Dayton, Ohio, founded in 1990. With a team of under 50, it specializes in ROI-focused campaigns, branding, web development, print, video, advertising, SEO/PPC, social media, and guerrilla marketing helping...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
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- Location
- Dayton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A creative video production company partnering with brands and marketing departments across the world...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ASL Productions: Nationwide Excellence in Corporate Video Production for Over 15 Years. Our extensive national crew network ensures budget-friendly, safe, and outstanding corporate video content...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
A medical marketing firm with expertise in digital marketing, SEO, and medical website design...
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- Branding
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Portland, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Baltimores premier film, video, and audio production company, delivering high-quality content from start to finish...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Branding
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Neat Production
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Get noticed! Barcelona video production for your brand success.We craft cinematic storiesConveying the right message with your target audience is crucial, more so than ever. That's where we come in. We create striking visual assets that help drive your business forward and help you to remain competitive...
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We believe design empowers. Clicked Studios designs and builds inspiring digital brands for forward-looking clients. Behind our design method is a philosophy of continual learning, practice, and research-backed strategies and tactics...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- Audio Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At demoflick, primarily an explainer video production company, we help you to communicate complicated business ideas...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Location
- Newton, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We are a team of content developers -- producers, directors, DPs, illustrators, animators and editors -- who work together to produce dynamic videos that will engage your audience. Whatever your budget, you can be assured that if we take on your project you will be delighted with the results...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At 1 Minute Media having been Sydney and Melbourne's favourite Video Production Company for many years, were proud to have expanded our creative services to every capital city in Australia and Auckland too...
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- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
You know your business. We know marketing + technology. When we work together, you can focus on the needs of your customers and let us focus on your marketing efforts. We invest in finding better technologies and marketing techniques, plus share best practices we’ve learned...
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- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- Video Production
- SEO
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a full service digital marketing agency offering creative and effective solutions for organizations in need of digital marketing help. We have all the tools to match our unique and proactive strategies...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Capitola Media produces corporate videos, commercials and live events in San Francisco and the Bay Area, with production services in New York City, Los Angeles and nationwide...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With a rich history and global presence, we are a multifaceted media production and technology company that combines creativity, technology, and design. Our comprehensive services include video production, audio production, safety solutions, animation, timelapse, 360° VR, and digital marketing. We pride...
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
One-Stop Video Production Company. Expert Strategy. Video That Converts...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
TVB is brand concept and production studio based in uniquely restored building in Westport, CT. We have in-house capabilities for strategic branding and messaging, full service graphic design, 2D/3D animation and rendering and photography and videography, including a fully equipped in-house studio...
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- Video Production
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Westport, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
All Content. All Creative. All the time...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Monetize your podcast the right way to scale your business to 6 and 7 figures+ starting with zero ads, lists, audience or followers...
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- Digital Marketing
- Audio Production
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
D S Simon Media helps clients get their stories on television, through satellite media tours and by producing and distributing video content to the media. We also produce virtual events for fundraising, panel discussions and awards programs. Established in 1986, we have won more than 100 industry awards. Top...
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- Video Production
- Media Buying
- Audio Production
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a full-service production house established in 1991 dedicated to dreaming big. Our mission is to deliver unfailingly authentic content for your brand or event, infusing imagination into every idea...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Location
- Carrollton, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Talelli Production is a video production company in New York City that helps couples capture the intimate and fleeting moments of their wedding day. Founded in 2016 by Blerti Talelli, an Albanian videographer, the company is comprised of video specialists who focus on special occasion shoots and projects for...
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- Video Production
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Davideo Company captures the enthusiasm of your team and the gratitude of those you serve and leverages that emotion to tell compelling stories that help you engage with your prospects...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Brandtelling designs and installs brand architecture for growth-stage B2B firms by installing a Story Operating System. We enable founder-led firms to scale without losing narrative control, so sales, marketing, and leadership operate from the same strategic story...
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- Branding
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- East Northport, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are an Austin based video production service company serving the ATX area. Hens Bread Productions is your complete partner for video and photography, turning creative ideas into compelling visual stories. Since 2020, we have been producing high-quality video content designed to meet your specific needs and...
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- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
24 East Media is a cutting-edge marketing agency dedicated to empowering brands and entrepreneurs worldwide to thrive in the digital realm through the strategic cultivation of credibility and influence. With a mission to help clients soar to new heights, the agency employs a comprehensive approach t...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Audio Production
- SEO
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a results-driven, full-service marketing agency focused on small businesses...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Stillwater, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a video production company that focuses on corporate video production, brand video, documentary filmmaking, live event video production, and more...
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- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Rochester, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a highly acclaimed video production agency with a strong focus on crafting outstanding TV commercials and top-notch corporate video and 3D animation production services...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Location
- North Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions About Audio Production Companies
What services do audio production agencies offer?
They provide a wide range of creative and technical services that help brands, filmmakers, musicians, and businesses create professional sound for media, marketing, and entertainment.Â
- Recording and studio production: operate professional recording studios equipped with acoustic treatment, high-end microphones, digital consoles, and digital audio workstations such as Pro Tools, which remains one of the most widely used platforms in professional studios. Typical recording services include voice-over recording for commercials and corporate content, podcast recording and editing, music recording for artists, dialogue recording for film and video production, instrument recording (guitars, drum kits, orchestral instruments), and live recording for concerts or live events.
- Audio editing: Removing noise, errors, and unwanted sounds
- Audio mixing: Balancing multiple tracks, adjusting levels, EQ, and compression
- Audio mastering: Optimizing the final track for streaming, broadcast, or film distribution
- Sound design and sound effects: Creating and manipulating audio elements to support storytelling in film, advertising, games, and digital media. Services often include custom sound effects (SFX) creation, Foley recording for film and television, ambient soundscapes and acoustic environments, audio branding elements such as sonic logos, sound design for feature films, video production, and branded content.
- Music production and composition: Collaborating with music producers, musicians, and songwriters, original music composition, jingle production for commercials, film scoring for feature films and documentaries, background music for corporate videos and branded content, and beat production
- Podcast and digital content production: Providing podcast recording and editing, intro and outro music production, audio branding for podcast shows, distribution and publishing support, social media audio clips, and promotional content.
- Audio for video, film, and advertising: Producing sound for visual media, including dialogue editing for film and television, ADR (automated dialogue replacement), audio post-production for commercials, soundtracks for feature films, and audio for corporate events and branded video contentÂ
How much does it cost to hire an audio production company?
The cost of hiring audio production companies varies depending on the type of project, the experience of the producer or sound engineer, the location of the recording studio, and the complexity of the final content.
Typical hourly rates according to multiple agency sources include:
- Recording studio time: $50-$200 per hour, depending on studio equipment and location
- Audio engineer or sound engineer: $50-$150 per hour
- Music producer: $50-$500+ per hour, depending on experience and reputation
- Professional audio editors: $90-$200 per hour for complex audio projects such as narrative podcasts or film dialogue editing.
In large media markets such as Los Angeles or New York, premium studios equipped with Pro Tools systems, advanced mixing consoles, and acoustic recording rooms may charge $100-$300+ per hour.
Some studios also offer daily rates. Mid-range professional studios often cost $500-$1,000 per day for recording sessions.
When businesses hire audio production agencies for larger projects, total budgets often fall into these ranges:
| Project type | Budget |
| Podcast episode | $200-$1,500 |
| Commercial audio ad | $1,000-$10,000 |
| Corporate video audio | $500-5,000 |
| Music single production | $500-5,000 |
| Full album production | $10,000-$100,000+ |
| Film sound design | $5,000-$50,000 |
How long does the audio production process usually take?
The timeline for an audio production project varies depending on the type of content, the complexity of the sound design, and the number of collaborators involved. Â
Simple projects like podcasts or social media audio may be completed within a few days, while larger projects such as feature film soundtracks or music albums can take several months.Â
Large productions such as feature films, documentaries, or television series require more time because they involve extensive sound design, dialogue editing, Foley recording, and multi-channel mixing.Â
Audio post-production for a 30-minute film, for example, can require 150-300 hours of work depending on audio quality and complexity.Â
| Project type | Timeline |
| Podcast episode | 1-3 days |
| Short commercial | 3-7 days |
| Corporate video audio | 1-3 weeks |
| Music single | 1-3 weeks |
| EP or album | 1-3 months |
| Film or documentary audio | Several weeks to months |
What industries commonly hire these agencies?
As audio becomes a core component of modern communication, organizations across multiple sectors rely on recording studios, sound engineers, music producers, and sound design specialists to produce high-quality audio.Â
Industries that commonly hire top audio production companies include:
- Film and television production
- Advertising and marketing, with the global audio advertising market valued at more than $38 billion in 2025, and 64% of brands plan to increase their audio advertising budgets.
- Music and entertainment
- Podcast and digital media, with the global podcast market projected to reach $81 billion by 2031, growing at about 20% annually.
- Video production and corporate media
- Video games and interactive media
- Live events and concerts
What should I look for in an audio production agency portfolio?
Key factors decision-makers should evaluate when reviewing an audio production agency portfolio include:
- A diverse range of projectsÂ
Strong audio production agencies typically showcase 10 to 30 portfolio projects covering a wide range of work, such as commercials, podcasts, music production, video production, and sound design. - High-quality audio samples or demo reels (30-120 seconds each)
Most professional portfolios include short audio demo clips between 30 seconds and 2 minutes that highlight specific elements, like dialogue clarity, music production, and acoustic sound design. - Evidence of experience across multiple industriesÂ
The best audio production companies demonstrate experience across 3-5 industries, indicating that the agency can adapt to different creative and technical requirements. - Collaboration with recognized brands, artists, or musicians
Many companies highlight notable clients or collaborations, such as brands, advertising agencies, or well-known artists. Even a portfolio that includes 5-10 recognizable clients or campaigns can demonstrate credibility and industry trust. - Proof of measurable impact or performance results
Some portfolios include metrics that demonstrate the success of the project. For example, videos with strong sound design can increase social media shares by 35%, and sonic branding elements help 90% of consumers remember a brand. - Recent work from the past 2-3 years
Because audio technology and digital media evolve quickly, a strong portfolio should highlight recent projects completed within the last 24-36 months.Â