The best video marketing agencies know that attention is earned, not bought. Explore our curated list of experts who script, shoot, and distribute visual campaigns that build trust, spark emotion, and drive sales. Discover top video marketing firms in the US with proven results across industries.
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Founded by Sandy Tinsley in 1974 with nothing more than a desk and a vision, Tinsley Advertising has transformed into a highly respected retail advertising agency in the Southeast. Our remarkable portfolio comprises regional, national, and international clients while boasting an exceptional team of creative...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Hurricane is a specialist creative content agency with 11 years of experience. We are a diverse team of creatives, content makers and strategists who have produced award-winning digital campaigns, network TV documentaries, and broadcast commercials.Hurricane connect brands and audiences at an emotional level...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Twelve Legs Marketing specialises in video and digital marketing. We collaborate with businesses in the sports, auto, higher education, banking, healthcare, government, and nonprofit sectors. Call us right away to talk about your requirements and how we can assist you in growing your company...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are your one-stop-shop for brand images: to create lasting experiences and relevant social contents.As we do what we love, we are a diverse network of creative experts in the fields of fashion, music, sports, art, culture, lifestyle, design, beauty, technology, philosophy and sustainability.We create...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Kanuka Digital supports businesses in thriving online. With experience in website development since 1995, we specialize in WordPress websites, WooCommerce stores, and LearnDash Learning Management Systems. As a Platinum Certified Woo Expert and LearnDash Certified Expert, we offer expertise to help your...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Video Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Stafford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
the tree is a fresh agency built on the experience of its team.We’re a heady mix of young marketeers and experienced business people, with more than 30 years in marketing, advertising and content services. Nice to meet you.Our many services are bound by unique creativity and modern campaign strategies...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Video Production
- Email Marketing
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Deadline Post Productions’ is a Video Production House and Broadcasting Media Company. Video content as our mainstay; we believe in visuals. Founded by a team of filmmakers with extensive experience in advertising, TV, and film. We are recognized for our peculiar emotive storytelling style, our mission is...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Advertising
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an illustration & animation production company.We believe in ‘keeping things simple' - and work hard to communicate your message as interestingly & succinctly as possible.Whether you’re looking to collaborate on an engaging explainer video, a memorable social media campaign or a jaw dropping...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Akartha is a creative design studio focusing on problem-solving and bringing ideas to life that trigger inspiring experiences.As a Creative Design Studio and Advertising Agency, we solve business problemsand bring ideas to life that trigger inspiring experiences. By providing services like Branding...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Are you looking for help creating your brand, developing your brand or communicating your brand?Brand Satellite is a brand consultancy and integrated advertising, graphic design and marketing agency.Through a range of complementary communications services we help businesses who have either never approached...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DMV productions is a full-service digital media / video production company in the D.C. metropolitan area, which provides a wide range of personalized media and video products including commercials, music videos, promotional videos, training videos, event coverage, and more...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create performance-driven marketing strategies for businesses of every size in any industry...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
COG Digital – Full Service Digital Agency Sydney. We’re experts at generating ideas that connect brand to business online. Our digital solutions deliver true measurable results for our clients, which is why we’re entrusted with hundreds of brands. Get in touch today (612) 9523 6007...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Award-winning digital creative agency specialised in connecting global brands with Chinese consumers. Based in London and Shanghai...
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- Advertising
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Helium Films is a San Diego based Video Production Company providing high-end creative services to corporations, creative agencies, and networks...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SoFlo Studio provides standing sets, props, lighting equipment and more all at a low affordable rate that any film budget can meet. We pride ourselves in helping independent film makers, cinematographers, and videographers meet their production needs for their video...
Top Services:
- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Sunrise, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AW Media is a boutique video production company that helps our clients tell their story with solid research, creative copy writing, beautiful cinematography, impactful editing, moving audio, and thought provoking graphics. We make videos about adventure, innovation, and people in their environment...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Little Raven Pictures is a small, Denver based production company. We specialize in creative broadcast and corporate video that helps tell your story and engage audiences.Owned by a US Air Force Combat Camera veteran, you can be sure integrity is fundamental to our relationships as we craft your...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cloud in the Sky Studios is a Video production agency who specializes in branded commercial and animated production...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Based in Chicago, but working coast to coast, Plum Productions create beautiful videos for top companies, big and small...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a digital video media agency with over thirty years of experience in the biopharma, medical, healthcare, education, and manufacturing space...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Red Bank, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A full service video agency that works in video production, video marketing, editing and animation. We work across the world producing corporate videos, promotional videos and social media videos. Our animation work includes after effects work and motion graphics...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
In the wise words of Mr. Marvin Gaye, there „ain’t no mountain high enough” that our team can’t climb...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
- Advertising
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
After a way too long night in 2006, Ivory was founded in Munich. Since then, we adore to realize international advertising campaigns, as much as image campaigns - all for clients like Puma, Porsche, Nfon, o2, Mrs. Sporty and many many more!...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
FTZ Studios is a reliable, creative and results-driven video production agency based in Milton Keynes. They have worked with clients in over 22 countries including Playboy, JCB, Volkswagen, NHS and more, generating millions of pounds in extra revenue for their clients...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
For over a decade, FYC Labs has been a leading design and development agency dedicated to empowering businesses. We offer a range of services including engineering expertise, UI/UX web and product design, and strategic guidance...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Melbourne's No 1 social media agency providing real results for real businesses...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a full-service production company based in Bangkok for creative TVCs, web commercials, interview and corporate shoots...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
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- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a video production and web design company from Serbia. We are highly specialized in making content for health care industry, pharmaceutical companies...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Novi Sad, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Whether you’re after branding, animation, graphics or marketing, we'll work harder than anyone to deliver designs that’ll make you proud. ...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to Standby Productions, a video production company based in the UK. We create TV commercials, corporate videos, promotional films and social media videos, ensuring clients not only get the best service, but also a premium (not to mention cracking) end product...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We build identities and experiences to elevate and empower organisations through video...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
A video marketing specialist HQ'd out of Dubai with a presence across US, India and Middle East. With extensive category experience across Banking, Technology, Government, Retail, Automobile, Consulting and Healthcare we create brand stories & videos to engage audiences and inspire / educate them...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We create better content, you get better results. TK101 Global is a digital marketing company who specializes in Chinese and Korean SEO and Marketing. We've worked with small and medium companies to multinational corporations...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Marketing & Custom Website Design Company - SEO, Google Ads, Social Media, YouTube Marketing Professionals...
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- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Berkley, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Momentumm is a digital marketing and video production agency based in Montreal. We thrive to deliver high-quality content and campaigns for our customers to help them reach, engage and attract more clients...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With the perfect blend of imagination and the latest in data science, our London video production studio creates stories that engage, motivate and build genuine, long-lasting connections with audiences...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We've helped over 1,200 businesses reach their sales goals. We design custom WordPress websites - each one built to achieve our client's specific goals. We drive more traffic to websites with Local SEO, Paid Search Advertising, and other services...
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- Video Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Wixom, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Xivic is a full-service growth marketing agency that speeds business growth. At Xivic we’ll guide you through the entire digital marketing process...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create animated Explainer Videos, Marketing Videos, Educational Videos, Corporate Videos, Whiteboard animation videos to help people understand your product, service, process or concept. Contact us today to see how we can help you educate your audience...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Video Explainers is one of the top explainer video production companies operating since 2010. Our renowned clients include Coca Cola, NASA EP-Division, Microsoft, HP, Johnson & Johnson, HP, Grasshopper, etc. You can view their testimonials and project videos at our YouTube channel mentioned in social profiles...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
-We create value for the digital age with breakthrough creative, targeted media buying, and data-driven analysis leading to proven results in Korea.-BlueOrange is a team of innovative, experienced and stupendous hard-wired digital marketers who relentlessly go on to build a solid digital image for your...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Vulpine Marketing is the cure for super boring digital marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Idaho Falls, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create custom Live action, 3D and 2D video for large teams and small businesses alike...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Branding
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Helping our clients succeed more through video. by captivating audiences, inspiring action & driving results...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ROCKET MOTION is a motion design agency focusing on creating explainers and commercials for start-ups...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Almaty, Kazakhstan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Bespoke Media Marketing (BMM) is a multicultural marketing and consulting agency specializing in Motion Picture & Television known for creating compelling, customized campaigns for independent filmmakers and studios to expose their content and brand partners to the power of the $3.9-trillion multicultural...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- West Hollywood, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
If you're searching the Top Animation Companies Utah, cosmic is the best option!...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Scribe is a full-service interdisciplinary studio based in Sacramento, CA...
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- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Cabbage Film Factory is one of the biggest production service company in Hungary. What sets us apart from the rest, is that we are a family owned company in existence for more than 20 years as well as being a one-stop-shop. For more information please visit our website https://cabbagefilmfactory.com...
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- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
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Video Marketing Agency FAQs
What is a video marketing agency?
A video marketing agency is a company that creates and promotes video content to help businesses reach their audiences. It handles everything from strategy and scripting to filming, editing, and distribution, ensuring videos are tailored to specific business goals.
Unlike general marketing agencies, video marketing companies use only video as a tool for brand awareness, engagement, and sales. They combine creative storytelling with data-driven tactics to produce content that connects with viewers and delivers measurable results.
How do video marketing agencies help businesses boost engagement and conversions?
Video marketing agencies boost engagement and conversions by turning complex ideas into simple, memorable visuals. People are more likely to watch a short video than read a long block of text, and strong visuals help businesses capture attention quickly. Videos also create an emotional connection, making brands feel more relatable and trustworthy.
On the conversion side, agencies use video to guide viewers toward action, whether it’s clicking a link, signing up, or buying a product. By combining storytelling, clear messaging, and smart placement across platforms, they keep audiences engaged and move them smoothly through the sales funnel.
Which businesses benefit most from professional video marketing?
Any business that needs to explain complex products, build brand awareness, or connect emotionally with its audience can benefit from professional video marketing. For example:
- E-commerce and retail to showcase products through ads, demos, and tutorials
- Technology companies to explain complex software or services
- Healthcare to build trust with patient education and awareness videos
- Education and training to deliver online courses, webinars, and explainer content
- Real estate and hospitality to highlight properties, tours, and guest experiences
- Professional services to share testimonials, case studies, and brand storytelling
What are the top-rated video marketing agencies on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated video marketing agencies on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What core and specialized video marketing services do these agencies provide?
Core services video marketing agencies provide include:
- Video strategy and campaign planning
- Scriptwriting and storyboarding
- Filming and production
- Editing and post-production
- Video distribution across platforms
Specialized services encompass:
- Animation and motion graphics
- 360° and virtual reality video production
- Live streaming and webinar support
- Video SEO and analytics tracking
- Personalized or interactive video experiences
How much do video marketing services cost in 2025?
In 2025, video marketing services generally cost between $2,000 and $50,000 per project, depending on scope and quality. Short, simple promotional videos sit at the lower end, while long-form explainers, high-end commercials, or animations with special effects push toward the top of the range.
Prices vary based on:
- Production quality: Animation, live-action, post-production work
- Video length and complexity: Short promos vs. detailed explainers
- Talent and equipment: Hiring actors, voice-overs, or using top-tier gear
How long does it take to see ROI from video marketing campaigns?
It typically takes 3–6 months to see measurable ROI from video marketing. Paid ad campaigns can deliver results in days or weeks, while organic strategies like YouTube SEO or brand storytelling need more time to build momentum.
The timeline depends on campaign goals, industry competition, and content type. Short-form ads bring faster engagement, while long-form or high-production videos pay off gradually. ROI also improves with clear objectives, proper distribution, and ongoing optimization.
What should you look for when hiring a video marketing agency?
When hiring a video marketing agency, look for a partner that can craft compelling videos while also making sure they align with your business goals. Pay attention to:
- Strong portfolio with proven results in your industry
- Clear process for strategy, production, and distribution
- Transparent pricing and deliverables
- Knowledge of current video trends and platforms
- Positive client reviews and case studies
- Ability to measure ROI with analytics and reporting
What red flags indicate that a video marketing agency may not be the right partner?
Red flags that indicate that a video marketing agency may not be the right partner include:
- No clear portfolio or examples of past work
- Vague pricing with hidden costs
- Overpromising quick results or viral success
- Weak communication or slow response times
- Little understanding of your industry or goals
- Lack of data-driven reporting or ROI tracking
What key questions should you ask before signing a video marketing contract?
Key questions you should ask before signing a video marketing contract include:
- What’s included in the package, and what counts as extra?
- How do you measure success and report ROI?
- What platforms will you target for distribution?
- How do you handle revisions and feedback?
- What’s the typical timeline for production and delivery?
- Who owns the final video assets once the project is complete?
How does video marketing differ from traditional advertising or content marketing?
Video marketing differs from traditional advertising because it’s designed for digital platforms where audiences expect interactive, on-demand content. Instead of one-way messages like TV or print ads, video marketing encourages engagement through shares, comments, and targeted distribution across social media, websites, and email.
Compared to content marketing, which often relies on blogs, guides, or infographics, video delivers the same information in a faster, more visual format. It’s more effective at holding attention and building emotional connections, which helps drive higher engagement and conversions.
Which tools, editing software, and distribution platforms do top video marketing agencies use?
Top video marketing agencies use:
- Editing software: Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects (for motion graphics)
- Collaboration & asset tools: Frame.io, Wipster, Dropbox, Google Drive
- Animation tools: Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Adobe Animate
- Analytics & optimization: Google Analytics, TubeBuddy, VidIQ, HubSpot video analytics
- Distribution platforms: YouTube, Vimeo, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook Ads Manager, Google Ads Video Campaigns
How legitimate is the content in the FAQs?
Our goal is to provide accurate and useful information to both businesses and agencies, which is why we partnered with Mike Melen, co-founder of digital marketing agency SmartSites. He shared insights on video production workflows and how to create compelling content that inspires action.
As a young entrepreneur, Mike Melen sold his first company at 19 years old. He has since led SmartSites, which has garnered eight Inc. 5000 recognitions and more than 1,000 5-star reviews. Melen’s work in the marketing field has also received honorable mentions from Forbes, AdWeek, and Inc. Magazine.