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Lamecha Communication is an independent creative studio with its office in Santander (Spain). We specialize in corporate identity and branding, art direction, strategic design and production in all forms of media...
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- Location
- Santander, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Lamecha Reviews & Testimonials
Josema Nuño Marijuan's Review Sourced from Google
They are witty, fun, highly professional, and serious when necessary. They've developed a great product for me, and I believe it's vital to have a good image to project your idea or business.- 100% Creativity- 100% Workmanship- 100% Value for Money
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All Reviews2D Animators Striving to Make a Positive Impact With Our Work.
After Dark Animation is a small animation collective based in Cornwall, UK. We are made up of 2D animators specialising in digital drawn animation with an illustrative hand made approach. All our work is bespoke and unique...
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- Newquay, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Ben and Tiffany's Review Sourced from Google
We briefed After Dark Animation on a bespoke animated video for our wedding and they were incredible. Super creative & collaborative and flexible - the final result is absolutely epic. Wouldn't hesitate to use Joe and the team again.
Nate Ruff's Review Sourced from Google
Incredibly talented animation team. I've recommended them to many clients and my expectations are always exceeded. Easy to work with, very collaborative, fast, reliable.
Michael Dennehy's Review Sourced from Google
Jenny and the team at After Dark Animate are the pinnacle of animated projects. They spend the time, effort and energy to collaborate on animated projects. Their direction and input and insight throughout the process have proved invaluable to getting to a level of excellence I couldn't have achieved on my own. Also, their unique flair is expressed in every shot, every frame feels like a painting. Thanks Jenny et. al. and I'll see you on the next one.
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In Focus Photography & Video offers professional video production and photography services on the Costa Blanca, specializing in high-quality, story-driven content for businesses, events, and global media platforms...
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- Altea, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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- 1 Project Listed
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A leading video production company in Cape Town. With more than 10 years of experience and many productions under our belt, we have established ourselves as a respected video production company in Cape Town with a worldwide reach. Our skills in creating impactful video content have been honed to perfection...
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- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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- 1 Project Listed
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Pie in the Sky Productions Reviews & Testimonials
Llewellyn Africa's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Pie in the Sky Productions on The Journey to Sight has been an incredible experience.They brought my vision to life—quite literally. From our first conversation to the final cut, their ability to translate my story into a compelling narrative was unmatched. Their professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail ensured that the video captured not only the technical aspects of my journey but also the emotions and purpose behind it. The dedication to delivering a powerful and impactful visual experience exceeded all my expectations.I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to tell their story authentically and powerfully.
Lucy Rosedale's Review Sourced from Google
The team are amazing. Initially we booked with them for a photobooth for our wedding, which was awesome. A few months layer we realised we would like videography. As someone who is getnerally a little shy and doesn't like a camera I would highly recommend the team at PITS. They made us feel so comfortable and we felt like we were spending our wedding day with more friends!Can't wait to see the final video! 🙌🏻
jacolien naude's Review Sourced from Google
Wow, how impressed am I with these guys. Amazing team. I used them for a combined wedding package - videos as well as photos.Couldn't be happier with the footage. Pie in the Sky really captured our favorite fairy tale moments in a classic yet fun way.The photobooth at our wedding was the cherry on top. Our guest couldn't stop talking about the fun photo shoot and special photostrip memoir.I can honestly recommend them. High quality footage, drone footage included at a good price. BEAUTIFUL photos.Thank you Rudi and team. Your the best.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsBroadcast-grade video production and live event AV, from Dublin to the Olympic Games.
Idiosync Films is a Dublin video production and broadcast AV company led by an engineer with over a decade of experience on events as large as the Paris 2024 Olympics. We film, edit and livestream for universities, cultural institutions, schools, medical colleges and government bodies, delivering event...
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- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Idiosync Films Reviews & Testimonials
Mario Cipollone's Review Sourced from Google
Great production! Very trustworthy and skilled staff with an amazing capacity to make high-quality videos, shorts and documentaries!
Shane Gately's Review Sourced from Google
“Working with Idiosync Films on Youth Work Irelands Irish Youth Music Awards, (IYMAs 2026) was an excellent experience from start to finish. Philip completely understood the energy, atmosphere, and spirit we wanted to capture and delivered a powerful and dynamic video presentation of the days events. The final piece was energetic, engaging, and professionally produced, reflecting both the scale of the event and the creativity of the young people involved. Philip showed his ability to work within the fast-moving environment, across 2 live stages, workshops, and the general vibe of a live national youth event. I would highly recommend Idiosync Films to anyone looking for creative, high-quality visual storytelling. I look forward to working with Philip again.”
Santiago Rial's Review Sourced from Google
We hired Idiosync Films to do a complex enough project for our reforestation charity - Phil was extremely professional and savvy, guiding us through the best ways to achieve our objective, being receptive to our feedback and really quick on his turnaround. His service was exceptional and the final product was of the utmost quality- We will be delighted to work with him again!
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsBuild Your Legacy. Own Your Ecosystem.
A creative digital partner building legacy-driven ecosystems websites, brand identity, SEO, AI automation, and content strategy all owned by you, compounding in perpetuity...
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- Richmond, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Agencia Chapa comprises a team of professional communicators, designers, and marketers dedicated to crafting creative solutions. From designing brand identities to strategizing marketing campaigns and producing captivating videos, we transform ideas into tangible results...
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- Floridablanca, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Since 2017, we have successfully completed over 180 audiovisual projects across the US, Brazil, Canada, Germany and the UK, generating millions of views that have significantly increased the revenue of companies, individuals and artists...
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- Video Production
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- Jundiaí, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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iconimage helps Tasmanian businesses build stronger websites, improve search visibility and create digital marketing that supports real business growth...
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- Hobart, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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DEN HUB is an Athens-based digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through performance marketing, Google & Meta Ads, social media, SEO, branding, web design and professional content creation. We combine strategy, creativity and data to improve visibility, generate qualified leads and deliver...
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- Palaio Faliro, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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DEN HUB Reviews & Testimonials
Spyridon Koulouris's Review Sourced from Google
Excellent visual design with a strong and modern brand identity. The user experience is smooth and engaging, making it easy to navigate and understand the services offered. A very solid and professional digital presence overall.
Tolis Leoussis's Review Sourced from Google
Professional, creative, and results-driven. DEN HUB really understands how to turn ideas into impactful digital solutions.
Michail Skordos's Review Sourced from Google
I had a great experience working with this team! Stelios personally helped me a lot with my digital marketing and made a real difference in how I approach my online presence. From the beginning, he took the time to understand my needs and gave me clear, practical advice that actually works.He’s professional, responsive, and really knows his stuff. What I appreciated most is how simple and straightforward he made everything, even the more complicated parts of digital marketing. Thanks to his help, I’ve already started seeing improvements.I definitely recommend Stelios and his team to anyone looking to grow their online presence and take their marketing to the next level!
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Contagion Media specializes in content marketing for artists & creative brands. With a mission to make artists more important, our team features artists of all mediums...
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- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Professional podcast and video editing for creators. Story-first edits, clean audio, multicam sync, and scroll-stopping shorts. 500+ episodes edited for creators worldwide. Starting at 49/episode...
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- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- $40/hr
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Everything you need to know before you hire a documentary production company
How long does documentary production take?
Feature documentaries take a year or more to produce. Short-form documentaries, on the other hand, can be done within 2 to 3 months. Here's how much each phase entails for these smaller productions:
- Pre-production: 4 to 6+ weeks
- Production: 1 to 2 weeks
- Post-production: 2 to 6+ weeks
How can these companies make my documentary accessible to broader audiences?
Globally, there is an increasing expectation that accessibility must be included in plans for all documentaries, not just projects relating to disability.
This means inclusion of items relating to accessibility for d/Deaf, hard-of-hearing (HOH), blind, and low-vision audiences.
To help make documentaries accessible to broader and diverse audiences, filming crews include the following post-production elements:
- Transcripts: Cover all audible and visual elements that support the work around closed captions and audio descriptions.
- Closed captions (CC): Similar to subtitles, these captions cover spoken dialogue, changes of speaker, descriptions of music, and key sound effects to make the film accessible without sound; mainly intended for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers.
- Audio descriptions (AD): Audio tracks for blind and low-vision audiences that feature the full soundtrack but add verbal commentary on what is happening visually on-screen, to set the scene and describe other details.
In contemporary standards, these deliverables are a prerequisite for many film festivals, awards bodies, television networks, and streaming platforms.
Do I need a script before I approach a documentary production company?
In most cases, you don't need a prepared script.
Some businesses prefer to have a fully written script before commencing the interview process, while others begin scouting with just a rough idea of what they wish to portray in the documentary.
In that regard, a documentary production agency can help you translate your idea into a workable script as they know how to structure a story visually.
That said, having a basic outline in mind will help you convey your vision much more easily.
How do these production crews handle revisions during post-production?
Most documentary production companies include two to three revision rounds as part of the service package.
After the first version is finalized, you will need to review it and suggest changes.
When doing revisions, aim for consolidated feedback, i.e., collecting the remarks of all people involved in the review and sending them to the documentary production company all at once.
Consolidated feedback will keep the process efficient and will prevent you from being charged extra for going beyond the agreed number of revisions.
What kind of portfolio should a documentary production agency have?
A documentary film company should have a portfolio that highlights its strengths in producing various genres, industries, and market niches. Typically, it should contain the following:
- Client name and background
- Equipment (optional)
- Team composition and roles
- Budget and timeline
- Distribution platforms (e.g., social media, OOH)
- Film approach and rationale
- Scripts, screenplays, storyboards, or concept sketches
- Video link
- Business outcome
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Documentary Production Companies
What does a documentary production company do?
Documentary video production companies provide filming and editing services for streaming platforms, NGOs, and broadcasters. They specialize in capturing authentic human and nature experiences that are thought-provoking and inspire action. The core idea behind this cinematic format is to understand the people behind the story, their philosophy and drive, and bring the topic closer to the audience.
The main services of documentary production companies can be segmented into three tiers:
- Pre-production services: Conceptualization, research, scheduling, location scouting, and budgeting
- Production services: Filming, directing, interviews with subjects, audio recording, and cinematography
- Post-production services: Editing, archival footage insertion, adding subtitles, voiceover, sound design, and color grading
Some agencies also produce historical, social impact, educational, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) documentaries, and assist with festival submissions and distribution.
What kind of documentaries do these companies make?
Documentary production companies create non-fiction films that inform, educate, and inspire. Common subjects they cover are nature, true crime, social justice, and corporate stories, presented in a range of formats, including long-form features, episodic series, short-form content, and branded content for streaming platforms and television.
Common types of documentaries include:
- Social impact and advocacy: Aimed at prompting public debate or activism for social justice and environmental issues
- Investigative and crime: In-depth research into true stories, profiled crimes, historical events, or unsolved mysteries
- Biographical and historical: Detailed explorations of influential individuals or historical events
- Nature and science: Wildlife films and environmental documentaries
- Branded documentaries: Create documentaries about a brand’s mission, impact, milestones, or corporate journey
- Observational: Capturing real-life events as they unfold with minimal intervention from the filmmakers
- Docuseries: Serialized stories that cover lifestyle, sports, food, or travel topics
How much do documentary video production companies charge for their services?
Documentary movies can cost between $10,000 and $1 million per production. The final price is determined based on the type of documentary, location, production quality, the size of the crew, the equipment needed, and the post-production process. In general, documentaries fall within the following brackets:
- Low-budget documentaries: $10,000 to $50,000
- Mid-range documentaries: $50,000 to $200,000
- High-end documentaries: $200,000 to $1 million or more
On the lower end, many documentaries done by emerging filmmakers have budgets that are even lower than the industry threshold. These crews raise only enough to cover basic hard costs, relying on volunteer labor and in-kind contributions of goods and services.
On the higher end, documentary budgets can go far above $3 million and are usually allocated to high-profile projects supported by studios, broadcasting networks, and global streaming platforms.
In addition to production costs, what else needs to be accounted for in the final budget?
Besides filming costs, the final budget should also consider the following expenses:
- Location permits and insurance
- Crew salaries
- Rental expenses for lighting, shooting, and sound equipment
- Travel and accommodation for the crew
Do I own the final footage?
Typically, the contract determines ownership, but it is standard for the production company to own the raw files until final payment, after which the client receives the finished, edited content.
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