Top Documentary Production Companies in California

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Best Documentary Production Companies in California

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BUCK
Buck Is a Design-Led, Global, Creative Company.
Buck Is a Design-Led, Global, Creative Company.
BUCK exists to find creative opportunity in every challenge, not just to think, but to make, and ultimately put extraordinary things into the world that inspire people...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
500 - 999
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4.4 4.4 (11)
New Evolution Video
San Diego's Premier Video Company
San Diego's Premier Video Company
New Evolution Video was one of the first online video production companies in the world with a start date of 2007 right after Youtube debuted their online platform to share video content. Now services 10 countries around the globe and over 22 Fortune 1000 company's it's no wonder New Evolution Video is...
Top Services:
Video Production
Video Marketing
Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
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5.0 5.0 (39)
The Bureau Of Small Projects
Verified
Big Brand Experience Put to Work for Small Business, Nonprofits and Startups
Big Brand Experience Put to Work for Small Business, Nonprofits and Startups
The Bureau of Small Projects implements enterprise-level production to create story-driven brand videos for small businesses, nonprofits, and startups. With 10+ years of experience, the documentary video production company has worked with NBC, Coca-Cola, and the Planetary Society...
Top Services:
Branding
Logo Design
Digital Marketing
Digital Strategy
Graphic Design
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
31 Projects Listed
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4.8 4.8 (32)
4.9 4.9 (30)
Crystal Pyramid Productions
Best in the West Since 1981
Best in the West Since 1981
Crystal Pyramid Productions brings over 43 years of documentary and broadcast storytelling to corporate, nonprofit, and event brands, including Lockheed Martin, Netflix, and the History Channel. Its award-winning team covers interviews, b-roll, drone footage, and full post-production...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$125/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
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4.7 4.7 (5)
5.0 5.0 (55)
Localeyes Video Production
Verified
Emmy-winning B2B video production with dedicated local crews nationwide: strategy-first video
Emmy-winning B2B video production with dedicated local crews nationwide: strategy-first video
LocalEyes produces brand, testimonial, and documentary-style videos, with 100% satisfaction guarantee. An Emmy Award-winning documentary production company with 3,900+ videos produced across tech, healthcare, education, and finance. Clients include Cisco, SurveyMonkey, and Gucci...
Top Services:
Video Production
Video Marketing
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
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4.8 4.8 (5)
5.0 5.0 (75)
Eaglevision Productions
Experiences, not productions!
Experiences, not productions!
Eaglevision’s expertise spans documentaries, corporate storytelling videos, & live event experiences. A multi-award documentary production company with 30+ years of production work, it suits tech & enterprise brands seeking documentary-style production tied to events & campaigns. Trusted by Cisco & IBM...
Top Services:
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
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4.7 4.7 (4)
5.0 5.0 (2)
Zaya Production
Video and Photography Production Service in Los Angeles
Video and Photography Production Service in Los Angeles
Founded in 2008, Zaya Production produces interview-style videos and testimonials for social media ads, websites, and brand building. It also offers TV commercials, corporate and promo videos, fashion films, and lifestyle content. Trusted by Nike, Mercedes-Benz, and Johnson & Johnson...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Video Marketing
Location
Irvine, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
16 Projects Listed
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4.7 4.7 (4)
Synchronous Pictures
Doc Originals, Branded, Animation, TV Production.
Doc Originals, Branded, Animation, TV Production.
Synchronous Pictures specializes in original documentaries and branded docs, with credits including a PBS-streaming feature and a SXSW EDU selection. As proof of expertise, the documentary production company has earned Emmy Nominations, the Telly Awards, and the ISF Awards Presidential Medal...
Top Services:
Video Production
Video Marketing
Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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4.5 4.5 (2)
5.0 5.0 (10)
FILMISTAS
The Award Winning Video Agency for Educational Institutions.
The Award Winning Video Agency for Educational Institutions.
Filmistas applies 30 years of filmmaking experience to the education sector, covering admissions films, fundraising campaigns, and brand storytelling. With clients like the University of Notre Dame, it's a niche fit for institutions seeking story-driven videos to boost enrollment or donor engagement...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Video Marketing
Advertising
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Location
Simi Valley, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$80/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
9 Projects Listed
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4.0 4.0 (1)
Nomadigo
Your Vision, Our Foundation. You Build It. We Sell It.
Your Vision, Our Foundation. You Build It. We Sell It.
Nomadigo produces testimonial, case study, and fundraising videos for tech sectors, including SaaS, cybersecurity, and MedTech. Active for 16 years with 300+ videos and $228M in attributed sales and investment, it suits startups seeking story-driven video to raise capital or enter new markets...
Top Services:
Video Production
Event Marketing
Video Marketing
Digital Strategy
Branding
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Location
Palo Alto, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
30 Projects Listed
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4.3 4.3 (1)
5.0 5.0 (5)
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Feel Right Inc.
A Video Production & Storytelling Studio For The New Attention Economy
A Video Production & Storytelling Studio For The New Attention Economy
Feel Right Inc. is a Los Angeles & Orange County video production company creating narrative-driven, relatable ads for consumer, tech, baby, lifestyle, automotive, travel, healthcare, education, SaaS, and B2B brands from concept and creative development through video production and post-production...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Huntington Beach, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
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4.3 4.3 (1)
5.0 5.0 (45)
WaveMark Media
Leave Your Mark Through Video
Leave Your Mark Through Video
WaveMark Media is a San Diego-based video production company creating story-driven films for nonprofits, healthcare organizations, universities, and mission-driven brands. We help organizations tell the stories that move people to give, trust, and act...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
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5.0 5.0 (13)
Fine Print
We Are Fine Print. We Make Videos.
We Are Fine Print. We Make Videos.
We are Fine Print, a creative production team. We move at the speed of social. Putting heart into every project, stitch after stitch, curating little details to craft big stories. It's in the fine print...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Audio Production
Video Marketing
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
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Binary Pulse Studios
Crafting Compelling Video Content
Crafting Compelling Video Content
Binary Pulse Studios, a premier video production agency, creates engaging videos that move, motivate, and educate. Its expert team elevates brands through rich, cinematic imagery and polished post-production visuals. Leveraging versatile studio spaces and cutting-edge technologies, Binary Pulse Studios...
Top Services:
Video Production
Video Marketing
Content Marketing
VR/AR
Digital Marketing
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Location
Newport Beach, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$199/hr
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Adam Wells Studio LLC
Ideas Made Visible.
Ideas Made Visible.
Adam Joseph Wells is a San Franciscobased photographer and filmmaker.Trained in architecture at the University of Michigan (13), Wells approaches visual storytelling with a problem-solving mindsetpursuing dynamic, harmonious compositions defined by crisp, guiding lines...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$300/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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Adventure Scout Media
Elevating Stories, Igniting Imagination
Elevating Stories, Igniting Imagination
Adventure Scout Media is a digital media production company nestled in the scenic surroundings of Santa Cruz, CA. Founded by creative storyteller Annemarie Hennes, we bring your one-of-a-kind stories to life through compelling, original, and inspiring visual content...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Santa Cruz, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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PureForm Creative
Custom Built Websites No Templates.
Custom Built Websites No Templates.
High-impact. Custom-built. Clean and simple. We're a Webflow-only agency specializing in fully custom websites built from the ground up – no templates, no shortcuts. What sets us apart is our full suite of in-house creative services: professional photography, video production, drone work, and graphic...
Top Services:
Web Design
Creative Services
Video Production
Audio Production
Web Development
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Location
Santa Ana, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$75/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
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Shoot Cut Deliver Video Production
Tell Your Story Your Way With Professional Video Production Services.
Tell Your Story Your Way With Professional Video Production Services.
Shoot Cut Deliver is a boutique video production company that provides concept to delivery services that build brand awareness. We write, we shoot, we cut, and we deliver high quality videos that wow audiences. Our clients appreciate that we are a team of relatable, creative, and highly skilled industry...
Top Services:
Audio Production
Video Production
Video Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
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4.8 4.8 (22)
Geletka+
Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time
Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time
Geletka+ is an full-service, independent, creative-first agency based in Chicago. We help brands move faster and make a bigger impact by cutting unnecessary process and building integrated teams around the work that matters most...
Top Services:
Branding
Creative Services
Product Design
Package Design
Mobile App Development
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Location
Santa Monica, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$175/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
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Alex Farias
Where Shadows Become Stories
Where Shadows Become Stories
Alex Farias is a filmmaker and photographer specializing in cinematic storytelling through powerful visuals and emotional narrative. Her work blends atmosphere, mood, and precision to create images and films that leave a lasting impression...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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RedTail Web Design
Crafting Unique Digital Experiences
Crafting Unique Digital Experiences
RedTail Web Design delivers custom web development and design solutions built around your unique goals. Focused on creating engaging digital experiences, we work with entrepreneurs, tech startups, creatives, and a wide range of growing businesses...
Top Services:
Logo Design
Web Design
SEO
Graphic Design
Video Production
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Location
Fresno, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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Breakwater Studios Ltd
Where Stories Take Shape
Where Stories Take Shape
Breakwater Studios is an Academy Award-winning filmmaking company, recognized twice for its excellence, and a global leader in humanist short-form documentaries...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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5.0 5.0 (1)
Natalie Jasmine Harris
Design That Leaves A Mark
Design That Leaves A Mark
Natalie Jasmine Harris is an award-winning Black queer filmmaker from Maryland. Her work focuses on telling stories that explore coming-of-age experiences and reimagine liberation for marginalized communities...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Oakland, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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Web Design Vibe
Make Your Idea The Talk Of The Web
Make Your Idea The Talk Of The Web
Web Design Vibe is a full-service digital agency specializing in custom website design, e-commerce solutions, branding, and SEO strategies that help businesses build a powerful online presence and drive measurable growth...
Top Services:
Digital Services
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Branding
Logo Design
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Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$20/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
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C&I Studios
Stories That Inspire Real Results
Stories That Inspire Real Results
C&I Studios is a global creative studio specializing in video production, photography, branding, graphic design, web design, and storytelling-driven marketing campaigns. The agency helps brands create impactful visual experiences that engage audiences and drive measurable results...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Branding
Web Design
Web Development
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
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4.6 4.6 (9)
Blue Ocean Productions
We Create Videos That Bring Your Stories, Ideas and Brands to Life!
We Create Videos That Bring Your Stories, Ideas and Brands to Life!
Blue Ocean Productions is a full-service video production company that provides professional video production services for B2B. We can shoot in a studio, in the field, using drones from the air and underwater with underwater cameras. Contact us for a free consultation to design the video you need...
Top Services:
Video Production
Branding
Audio Production
Video Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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Location
Ventura, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
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5.0 5.0 (60)
Ærial
Shaping Identities Across Categories and Audiences
Shaping Identities Across Categories and Audiences
Ærial Identity embodies the essence of an organization's core values communicated through every touchpoint, interaction, and exchange. Our services encompass brand strategy, positioning, brand voice development, visual identity creation, web design, and go-to-market activation strategies...
Top Services:
Branding
Creative Services
Market Research
Graphic Design
Web Design
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Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
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Farallon Films
Bay Area's #1 Video Production Company
Bay Area's #1 Video Production Company
We are a full-service video production company, deeply committed to the art of filmmaking. We collaborate closely with esteemed brands and agencies, carefully overseeing every aspect of production, including the critical post-production stage. It is our unwavering commitment to the finer details that fill...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Walnut Creek, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$199/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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5.0 5.0 (2)
Cut Canvas Creative
A Video Production House Making a Difference
A Video Production House Making a Difference
Cut Canvas is a San Francisco-based creative agency and video production house that brings business owners' content creation ambitions to life. We specialize in creating stunning visuals, crafting persuasive copy, and strategically utilizing both for maximum ROI through measurable campaigns - from increased...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Email Marketing
Content Marketing
Video Production
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Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
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5.0 5.0 (1)
Mithril Media
Helping Businesses Define Their Digital Presence
Helping Businesses Define Their Digital Presence
The digital landscape grows larger every day and we're here to help you find your place within it. From crafting your brand to building your website to managing your tech stack, we'll make sure your digital presence is an asset, not a liability...
Top Services:
Web Design
Web Development
SEO
Branding
WordPress Website Design
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Location
Chula Vista, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
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Motion
Vision in Motion.
Vision in Motion.
Welcome to MotionX, where our goal is to create visions and turn them into reality...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$120/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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4.3 4.3 (7)
Fluid Film, Inc.
Film & Brand Content
Film & Brand Content
We make films that capture your brand's unique spirit, are told in your authentic voice, and emotionally connect with your audience...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
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DM the NO
Build your brand's success
Build your brand's success
For the past 10 years, we have helped businesses create their brand presence and achieve their goals. Our process is designed to empower your brand and outfit your business with the marketing tools needed to succeed...
Top Services:
Advertising
Digital Marketing
SEO
Video Production
Web Design
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Location
Brea, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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Filma
Create Video Globally
Create Video Globally
Filma aims to help you create any type of videos, from anywhere in the world. We provide a seamless video production experience for businesses, connecting filmmakers and brands globally. For more information, contact us today and bring your videos to the next level !...
Top Services:
Video Production
Audio Production
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
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Inovit
Where Animation Comes to Life and Your Brand Gets an Animated High-Five!
Where Animation Comes to Life and Your Brand Gets an Animated High-Five!
Inovit specializes in the art of crafting captivating 2D animation. Let's join forces to create videos that not only convey ideas but also educate and promote your brand and values...
Top Services:
Video Production
Location
Irvine, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$30/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
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4.7 4.7 (25)
Viewstream
A Creative Digital Agency
A Creative Digital Agency
Viewstream is a creative digital agency. We are an award-winning agency built on the belief that amazing creative stories can drive your business forward. We partner with innovative companies to build brands, launch digital marketing and acquire customers. Let’s move forward together...
Top Services:
Video Production
Graphic Design
Branding
Logo Design
Product Design
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Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
8 Projects Listed
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eIMAGE Video Productions
Your Reliable Video Production Team
Your Reliable Video Production Team
eImage is a trusted provider of marketing, advertising, promotional and documentary videos, catering to corporate and medium-sized businesses...
Top Services:
Video Production
Video Marketing
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
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5.0 5.0 (12)
Luminoustudios
Creative Animation and Video Production Company
Creative Animation and Video Production Company
Luminoustudios is a full-service video production company that specializes in docu-style testimonials, crowdfunding videos, and socially-conscious content. Its portfolio includes 150+ videos and clients, like Polaroid, Google, and the Smithsonian Institute...
Top Services:
Video Production
Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Video Marketing
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
15 Projects Listed
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5.0 5.0 (49)
Fire Starter Studios
Ignite Your Content
Ignite Your Content
Fire Starter Studios is the ONLY independent studio in the country to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy in our documentary category. Then, we did it twice! Animation, video production and virtual/augmented reality...
Top Services:
Audio Production
Video Marketing
Video Production
Location
Santa Clarita, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
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5.0 5.0 (1)
The Werehaus
Trusted Video, Animation, and Photo Production Experts.
Trusted Video, Animation, and Photo Production Experts.
Werehaus is a full-service production company made for marketing teams, agency producers, and iconic brands...
Top Services:
Video Production
Creative Services
Audio Production
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
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5.0 5.0 (8)

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