Best US Documentary Production Companies

181 Companies - Rankings updated: August 22, 2026

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  • After Avenue

    Lets Get To Work.

    We are a full-service post-production studio focusing on branded content...

    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • Labyrinth Brand Co

    Unlocking the mysteries of online visibility.

    Labyrinth Brand Co is a digital agency that helps modern brands become clearer, more credible, and easier to discover online...

    Location
    Plano, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Big Teeth

    Video production and animation studio

    Big Teeth Productions is a Chicago-based video production company that creates brand videos and motion graphics that move people to act. We partner with brands, agencies, and nonprofits to produce work made by humans, for humans. Go humans!...

    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • VMGROUPE

    We elevate brands and push luxury forward.

    Based in New York, VMGROUPE is a comprehensive luxury branding and digital creative agency. Our expertise spans branding, content creation, digital storytelling, and performance marketing, catering to renowned brands in the beauty, fine jewelry, fashion, fine food, wines & spirits, real estate, and luxury...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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    4.3 4.3 (22)

  • The Courtside Group

    Stop Promoting. Start Storytelling.

    If you're looking for a partner (not a vendor) who can work alongside you to help you reach your goals, let's talk. Our clients love our Authentic Marketing approach, which focuses on business strategy, targeted messaging, and authentic delivery. We would love to talk about how to bring your content goals to...

    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • WCStudios

    We Are Here To Set The Bar

    At WCStudios, we are not just a video production company, but a team of creatives who are dedicated to bringing your story to life in a meaningful and memorable way...

    Location
    Eden Prairie, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Veteran Made

    A production company that understands how brands and agencies work

    Two former agency producers -- a military veteran and a D1 athlete -- built a production company that eliminates swirl and bloat...

    Location
    Columbus, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • South Town Productions

    Award-Winning Marketing That Speaks With Purpose.

    Marketing agency using cinematic video, SEO, and strategy to drive growth...

    Location
    Lubbock, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
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  • Brave Makers

    Your Fearless Production Partner

    A collaboration of innovative creatives and a production company built for the now. We make the creative process more efficient and effective, with a global network of talent and resources. Consider us your in-house team. That's how we deliver fresh, relevant, and unmissable work to solve content challenges...

    Location
    Montclair, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.3 4.3 (1)

  • Luma 3 Productions

    Video Production & Tape Transfers

    Luma 3 Productions is a small family run company services Wilmington, NC and Northern Virginia. We are a tiny, family-owned video production firm. Because we are a small business, we can focus on and cater to your specific needs. This also helps our customers since we are not required to fulfill a fixed...

    Location
    Wilmington, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Custom Video Productions Inc.

    Building your brand, One Pixel at a Time

    We are a digital video media agency with over thirty years of experience in the biopharma, medical, healthcare, education, and manufacturing space...

    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
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    5.0 5.0 (169)

  • Mediamazing

    We get your business attention. Content creation through photography, video and audio production.

    Mediamazing is here to serve as your content development partner. Complete production firm offering services in the fields of photography, videography, and podcasting. We provide services to accommodate a wide range of financial constraints, from instructional services for do-it-yourselfers to complete...

    Location
    Stillwater, Minnesota
    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!

    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...

    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)

  • Trendy Grandad

    Social-first & Youtube Video Production Company

    Trendy Grandad are London & New York's social-first & Youtube video production experts. With over a decade of experience filming for global brands such as Quickbooks, National Geographic & Daily Mail, Trendy Grandad have positioned themselves as a the go team video production company in the UK & US...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
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    5.0 5.0 (26)

  • Nash Pictures

    Award Winning Commercials And Documentaries

    Full-Service Production Company specializing in Commercials and Documentaries. Identical Twin Director Team: Clifford & Griffin Nash...

    Location
    Framingham, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • WaveMark Media

    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...

    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)

  • that funny agency

    Strategic 360° digital marketing by unapologetically funny people

    that funny agency forges unique monthly based consulting client partnerships through the breadth of our capabilities (technology and next-gen CX, strategic team formation, and competitive price modeling), and the depth of our understanding of how to enrich forward-thinking, rule-breaking brands navigating the...

    Location
    Yardley, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • Out of The Blue Films

    A Spectacular Track Record of Socially Conscious Filmmaking That Matters.

    Award-winning doc nonprofit & video production company. Master storytelling that explores, articulates, celebrates humanity...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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    4.0 4.0 (7)

  • Powers Films

    Story Matters

    We make it hard to forget your brand's message. Cement your marketing vision with us to create visuals that keep your audience engaged...

    Location
    Newtown, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $700/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • Blue Tie Productions

    Taking Brands From Invisible To Unmistakable.

    Blue Tie Productions is a premier video production company specializing in orchestras, performing arts, and select commercial projects. We capture the grandeur of live performances with 4K & 6K BRAW technology, professional lighting & multi-camera setups. Our boutique approach means only 3 commercial clients...

    Location
    La Crosse, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (21)

  • LiFi Media Production

    New England's Premier Video Production Company

    We are a video production company that focuses on corporate video production, brand video, documentary filmmaking, live event video production, and more...

    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
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  • Versa Creative

    Full-Service Marketing & Advertising Agency

    Versa Creative is an award-winning marketing and advertising agency that’s dedicated to delivering powerful narratives and exceptional results...

    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    4.4 4.4 (49)

  • LightBox

    Authentic and beautifully crafted brand stories.

    LightBox is an award-winning, full-service design agency specializing in premium visual identity and branding services for nonprofits. We take pride in delivering exceptional design solutions tailored to enhance the impact and visibility of nonprofit organizations...

    Location
    Goshen, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (7)

  • Stone Circle Media

    Engaging Video That Attract

    Like you, were frustrated by great companies not having great video content. Its time to kick frustration to the curb. Your company is great. It deserves great videos...

    Location
    Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
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  • Next30 Productions

    From Script to Screen We Can Bring Your Ideas and Brands to Life.

    We're a full service production company from script to screen we can handle it all. You have an idea or product we will work with you to provide the best commercial to represent your product and vision to the end user...

    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • New Evolution Video

    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...

    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)

  • OTMxHoodRock

    Provocative Marketing Techniques To Grow Your Brand

    Dive into the realm of content marketing, where we craft compelling narratives that resonate with your audience's heartstrings. Harness the power of social media marketing as we strategically boost your online presence and engagement...

    Location
    New Brunswick, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Anna Andersen

    Where Vision Meets Lens

    Anna Andersen is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and co-founder of NINA FILMS, creating work that highlights the strength of female identity and celebrates the surprising moments in life...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Breakwater Studios Ltd

    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...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • H&K Cinema

    Cinematic Storytelling, Crafted With Intention

    H&K Cinema is a Dallas-Fort Worth based cinematic production company specializing in elevated wedding films, brand storytelling, and live event coverage. Founded in 2014, we blend documentary authenticity with refined visuals to create films that feel intentional, emotional, and timeless. From multi-day...

    Location
    Fort Worth, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (105)

  • Motion Source

    Video Production That Moves You

    Motion Source is a fully-capable, fully-awesome Chicago-based video production company that weaves compelling narratives through cinema-grade videos designed to inspire, entertain—and sell. We’re not into showing off, just showing up; and producing really great content that’s really effective, too...

    Location
    Brookfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (82)

  • DVA Producitons

    From concept development to final cut

    DVA Productions is a boutique full-service production firm that focuses on providing its services to organizations in the fields of education, science, the nonprofit sector, and mission-driven businesses. We have cooperated with NSF, AAAS, MIT, Rutgers, ACM, and many more...

    Location
    Metuchen, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Union Blue & Co

    Supporting the legends of tomorrow.

    Ready to grow with purpose? Union Blue & Co. supports purpose-driven people and organizations navigate new territories, tell authentic stories, and make a mark...

    Location
    Lewis Center, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Geek Dental Marketing

    Taking Your Dental Practice To The Next Level

    Geek Dental Marketing is a Miami-based dental marketing agency specializing in growth-focused strategies for modern dental practices. We help dentists attract consistent new patients through Dental SEO, Google Ads marketing, branding, websites, and AI-driven search visibility. Our approach goes beyond design...

    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (105)

  • Adam Wells Studio LLC

    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...

    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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  • Natalie Jasmine Harris

    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...

    Location
    Oakland, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • DirectLine Media

    A seasoned crew of Production Professionals

    We are a video production company that specializes in telling your story with exceptional video content...

    Location
    Branford, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (11)

  • IronWorx Media

    Specializing in producing high quality content.

    We at IronWorx Media produce short documentaries for nonprofits and businesses as well as award-winning narrative films. IronWorx had its beginning as a one-woman band. Realizing the valuable filmmaking opportunities made available through collaboration, award-winning filmmaker and founder of IronWorx Media...

    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • Seaberry Design & Communications

    Colorful. Cultured. Creative.

    Seaberry is an uncommon creative agency. We care deeply about people — you, your people, your audience and everybody in between. We pay attention to the stories and the content you share with us and uncover real truths, so together we can do more than advertise to your audience. We can connect with them...

    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
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  • FRNDS

    Your FRNDS and not just an agency!

    FRNDS Agency offers a comprehensive range of services to assist businesses in various aspects of their marketing and branding efforts...

    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Dutch Productions

    Go Dutch!

    Dutch Productions is a NYC-based award-winning production company that utilizes creative storytelling to produce effective and emotive content to enhance brands across many platforms...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • VG Creations

    Elevate Your Brand With Our Video Production Services.

    We are a video production based out of West Palm Beach, Florida. We help brands, Businesses, Etc create Effective & High Quality Videos to help increase Brand Growth. We love to work with companies that take priority in keeping consistency and high quality videos or photos. VG Creations is here to help you...

    Location
    West Palm Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • Team Unity Media

    Keep It Simple

    Team Unity is composed of talented and diverse video production creatives who share a passion for creating stories that elevate and inspire. We help brands, networks and agencies around the globe produce high-quality works of visual content that make a positive ripple effect in the world...

    Location
    Boca Raton, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • Castillo Holliday Films

    Boston's Story-Driven Video Production Agency

    We are a Boston video production studio for brands that refuse to blend in. From concept to final cut, we produce commercials, brand films, and marketing content that look cinematic and move real audiences. You work directly with the filmmaker who directs and shoots your project, not a rotating crew, so...

    Location
    Waltham, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Pixel Mill Studios

    Professional Video Production Services at Affordable Prices

    Our niche is creating engaging, creative and professional videos for our diverse corporate clients; we travel around the globe filming pretty cool things, so we're very lucky - we get to do what we LOVE to do! We could tell you how wonderful we are, but we'd rather show you - pixelmillstudios.com...

    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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  • Episode 11 Productions

    Making the Ordinary-Extraordinary

    Episode 11 Productions embodies creativity, precision, and storytelling expertise. We are a forward-thinking media production company that collaborates with businesses to craft impactful visual content. Our brand is built on the principles of professionalism, innovation, and excellence...

    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (10)

  • South Florida Visuals

    Capturing Your Story With Creativity And Precision.

    We craft high-quality visuals tailored to your brand, offering seamless, all-in-one solutions that are both impactful and budget-friendly. South Florida Visuals is your one-stop shop for high-quality photography and filmmaking, delivering exceptional results that tells the story you want to tell. Whether its...

    Location
    Lake Worth, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Muon Video

    We Create Branded Content, Corporate Ads, Event Coverage and Hotel Videos.

    Founded in New York, Muon provides full video production support to businesses. We bring enthusiasm, energy, and imagination to every story we tell. We look forward to working with you...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $210/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • FOXFORCE

    A Digital Marketing Company specializing in Videos

    We craft heartfelt narritives that consumers love. FOXFORCE is a full-service video production agency plus digital marketing company. We specialize in social video series for TikTok, IG Reels, YouTube and more. We've got over 40 years of combined experience making unique videos that help the biggest brands...

    Location
    Provo, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

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