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ifahto WorldWide offers comprehensive global services encompassing brand development, strategic marketing, and event production. With our expertise, we redefine brands, devise innovative strategies, and curate unforgettable experiences to drive your business forward...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We at Battersea Web Expert offers online marketing solution worldwide. Which includes digital marketing, Web designing, content marketing, email marketing, PPC, and SEO Etc...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Design Xcellence is a digital solutions company focused on building websites and online experiences that actually help businesses grow. We dont believe in charging for every little task instead, we focus on delivering real value and results that matter. From desigReach out for a free consultation...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kalispell, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rubik delivers quick, efficient, and high-quality design solutions with a no-code approach. We help businesses turn ideas into seamless digital experiences fast. Our team specializes in intuitive, scalable, and visually compelling designs that eliminate complexity and accelerate growth...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our mission is to empower businesses by enhancing their digital presence through creative development, marketing, strategies, and exceptional design. We believe in creating connections, not just companies, by helping brands resonate deeply with their audiences...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At Hifi Developments, we're more than just a tech company, we're your partners in building smarter digital solutions. Every project we take on is designed to bring real value, blending creativity, speed, and smart tech to help you grow. From bold ideas to final delivery, we build with purpose and precision...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Web Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Lubbock, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creative Design Agency to Captivate Your Target Audience...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
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...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
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- 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
USA Design Expert delivers creative, high-quality design solutions from logos to websites that help your brand stand out...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
DGX NextMedia delivers innovative creative services that bring brands and ideas to life. From graphic design and video production to social media strategy, podcasting, and digital content creation, we craft compelling visuals and stories that engage audiences and amplify impact. As the creative arm of...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Wood Mill is a one-person creative studio based in central Indiana. I build brand identities, design print and digital materials, shoot product and corporate photography, and produce video from concept to final file, without shortcuts or templates. Every project is made from scratch to fit the work, not a...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Cicero, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Full Blown Productions, Inc., provides creative state of the art production, post production, streaming and crewing at reasonable rates for the corporate, sports and live entertainment markets...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
StudioTrujillo is a catalyst for boundless creativity and innovation. Through our distinctive membership model, we offer unlimited access to bespoke creative solutions encompassing web development, branding, and motion graphics, ensuring your vision is realized by our expert creative team...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Print Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Online Buildout & Management, Web Design & Programming, SEO, SEM, SMO, SMM, Digital Marketing, Video Editing, Reels, Content Curation, Project Management, Analytics, and so much more...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CREATIVALS.COM serves as your comprehensive hub for a diverse range of digital solutions, specializing in the creation of polished websites, intricate applications, and custom-designed software tailored precisely to meet your distinct requirements. Our expertise extends beyond mere development; we are...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Electric Pearl Productions, founded in 2019 by directors Jennell Lewis and Sally O'Grady, is a women-owned and operated full-service video production agency based in Austin, TX. Focused on high-quality commercials, branded content, and short documentaries, the agency channels clients' visions into cohesive...
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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
Red Cardinal Digital Marketing is a full-service addiction treatment digital marketing agency located in Houston, TX. We help drug and alcohol addiction treatment centers & sober livings ethically increase their admissions through digital marketing. We also work with many other small businesses in Houston...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Colle McVoys purpose-driven approach challenges clients to make a difference in the world through meaningful work. Focused on integrated capabilities across all of marketing, we use our experience-driven creative process to create impactful brand experiences that influence consumers buying decisions...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
OC Web Media is an Orange County, CA based video production, web design, and marketing agency that serves businesses that are struggling with adapting to the new rules of branding and online marketing through strategic video production. It takes time, effort and skill to consistently create and post...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Unleash the potential of your brand through our state-of-the-art marketing solutions. We excel in delivering a spectrum of strategic campaigns and captivating content that empowers businesses to not only survive but flourish in the digital era. RDLC Marketing serves as the fertile ground where innovative...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- El Paso, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
At Veracious, we're a California-based video production agency that champions the immense power of video for effective product, brand, and business promotion. With a mission rooted in integrity and commitment to quality, we empower business owners to achieve their growth goals through compelling visual...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Moorpark, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Digital studio specialized in SEO. Great SEO that sells requires outstanding design, branding, website building, marketing, strategy and content creation. So we are specialized in the whole package...
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- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Branding
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- Location
- The Woodlands, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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...
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- 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
Hype and the Heart is a video production business based out of Northern Colorado that prioritizes the creation of authentic content that connects businesses with their viewers and builds meaningful, long-lasting relationships. Hype and the Heart represent the intersection of high-quality, professional...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Laporte, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Marketing isn't about you, it's about your audience. While many brands focus on how to talk about themselves, we craft stories that actually resonate. Creating culturally relevant content isn't just what we do, it's who we are...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Colorado Video Productions is your go-to powerhouse for cutting-edge, imaginative video content that captivates and inspires. We seamlessly blend advanced AI technology with traditional video production expertise to craft compelling stories...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Timnath, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mile High Films is an Emmy-winning Denver production company specializing in cinematic commercials, PSAs, corporate storytelling, and documentary filmmaking. Led by director Chris Barron, our team delivers visually striking, emotionally resonant content that connects brands and audiences through authentic...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Strategy. Creative. Technology...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Content Marketing
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- San Carlos, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dragonfly Digital Marketing, headquartered in Baltimore, MD, is a well-established digital marketing agency that offers a comprehensive range of services to clients in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, and across the United States...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
GMCI Creative is a full-service digital, print, web, video and experiental marketing and design agency that has been in Chicagoland since 1991. GMCI is a Certified Woman Owned Business. DUNS # 114578276. Cage ID 8FAF3...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Elgin, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We're a passionate team of creative professionals dedicated to helping businesses across America shine through exceptional visual content...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a video podcast studio specializing in micro videos that help local founders and entrepreneurs win local online authority that helps them find qualified clients...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rushlight Agency is a Salem, Oregon creative marketing, film production, and public affairs agency. Senior Producer Chris Fischer's wildlife documentary Dust self-funded, shot by a three-person crew in Botswana's Kalahari was licensed by National Geographic for international distribution. That same...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Salem, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a creative agency with offices in Troy, Michigan and Atlanta, Georgia. We specialize in: web design, UX/UI, SEO, graphic design, 2D animation, eLearning and video production...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Troy, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
We guide brands to growth. We deconstruct the complex to make it compelling, and the compelling impactful. Above all, we believe in being good humans and serving our clients thoughtfully well, because it's just a better way to live...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Advertising
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Larimore Production, headquartered in Oceanside, California, understands the importance of video content in brand communications. Catering to startups and established brands, the agency offers tailored video solutions, ensuring a productive and enjoyable experience. Larimore aims to be more than a vendor...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Oceanside, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Social Media 55 drives traffic and engagement by integrating video production work into its digital marketing strategies. Since 2014, it has served brands like Arby’s and Croo Gloo. The US video production company is best for small businesses seeking to release localized video marketing campaigns...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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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
- 24 Projects Listed
Localeyes Video Production
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.LocalEyes bakes strategy into every production, pairing storytelling with a distribution plan. An Emmy winner with 8 years in business, the US video production company has delivered 3,900+ videos for 300+ clients, including SurveyMonkey & USC. Best for brands seeking marketing & video work in an agency...
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
A social media agency designed to help customers fall in love with brands...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
M16 Marketing is an award-winning web design and digital marketing firm based in Atlanta. We help companies Achieve Sustainable Success...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Meet LAVIDGE, an employee-owned ad agency specializing in discovering and communicating insights which engage, motivate and inspire. From building brand awareness to driving revenue and from positioning thought leaders to enhancing perceptions, its why we do what we do...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Branding
- PPC
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Helping you and your company look great on camera...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Overskies is an independent creative agency specializing in branding, storytelling, video, experiential, influencer marketing, UGC, Amazon and creative production for commerce-driven brands...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Montvale, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Unlike other video production agencies out there, we come at things a little differently- we make sure that right-brain meets left-brain so that our creative work meets your business goals. When you need to illustrate ideas, change minds, tell stories, and position your brand for success, we bring the...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Video Production
- Location
- Montclair, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Designs Group Consulting is your marketing and business consulting firm. Imagine having access to all of the marketing and business expertise in a single source. Now that you've found us, add DGC to your team. Offering affordable prices, working to help you achieve your goals, providing the tools and the...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Hot Springs, Arkansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Josh Skehan Productions is a small local video production company in Scottsdale, AZ that since 2005 has serviced individuals, small businesses, and large corporations around the world with world class video production and photography. From half-days of filming, to events, to promotional videos, to production...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
360-degree Mainline Marketing & Advertising Agency...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- San Ramon, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We're not just about creating stunning designs; we're dedicated to building long-term partnerships that fuel your company strategy and brand growth. Based in Utah, our expert team crafts tailored campaigns and brand assets that evolve with your business needs.From clever branding to engaging marketing...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Orem, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Built on faith and guided by conviction, Alto Ember helps brands grow with clarity and creative strength. We deliver strategy, messaging, websites, and content with integrity and excellence, creating marketing that resonates, builds trust, and endures...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Fountain Inn, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose the Right Video Production Company in the US
How do I choose the best video production company for my project?
Key factors to consider when choosing a company for a project in the United States include:
- Define clear goals: Know exactly what you want the video to achieve, whether that is brand awareness, product education, lead generation, or internal training. Clear objectives help agencies recommend the right format, length, messaging, and distribution approach, which reduces rework and improves results.
- Review portfolios: Assess overall video quality, storytelling, pacing, and production value. Look specifically for industry-relevant examples to ensure the agency understands complex offerings and long sales cycles.
- Check experience and expertise: Choose video production agencies with proven experience in your sector and with the specific video types you need, such as explainers, testimonials, or training content.
- Assess communication and collaboration: Strong communication ensures feedback is clearly understood and applied during each phase of production. Responsive agencies typically deliver smoother workflows, fewer revisions, and more predictable timelines.
- Budget transparency: Confirm costs for pre-production, production, and post-production. Transparent estimates help you compare vendors accurately and avoid unexpected expenses later.
- Ask for references: Client testimonials and references provide insight into reliability, professionalism, and delivery quality. Speaking with the video production company’s past clients can confirm whether the agency consistently meets expectations and deadlines.
What should I prepare before reaching out for project quotes?
Before contacting a video production company, prepare the following:
- Target audience and personas: Be specific about who the video is for, where it will be seen, and the problem it should address. B2B buyers often review 12 or more pieces of content before making a purchase, so messaging that speaks directly to their needs and pain points is critical.
- Budget range: Prepare a realistic budget range before reaching out to video production agencies. In the U.S., corporate video projects often cost $2,500 to $25,000 or more, depending on production complexity, animation, locations, and post-production needs.
- Timeline and deadlines: Share your desired launch date, campaign timing, or internal deadlines early in the conversation. Clear timelines allow agencies to plan resources effectively and avoid production bottlenecks.
- Reference examples: Collect examples of videos you like to communicate preferred style, pacing, tone, and level of polish.
- Brand assets and guidelines: Prepare logos, fonts, color palettes, messaging frameworks, and brand guidelines in advance.
What questions should businesses ask before hiring one of these companies?
Before hiring, businesses should ask targeted questions that clarify fit, process, and risk.
Relevant Background
- Have you worked with companies in our industry or with similar goals?
- Can you share recent client references from the US market?
Services and Processes
- What is your typical process from planning to delivery?
- How do you manage timelines and handle delays?
- How many revision rounds are included, and how is feedback handled?
Related to Your Project
- Who will be assigned to our project, and what are their roles?
- What is included in the quoted price, and what could cost extra?
How involved does my team need to be during the process?
Team involvement during video production is typically milestone-based rather than continuous:
- Pre-production requires the most input, including goal alignment and approvals.
- Production involvement is usually limited to interviews or on-site participation.
- Post-production focuses on reviewing edits and providing consolidated feedback.
Most B2B projects include 1 to 3 revision rounds.
Clear direction early in the process supports delivery within a typical 4 to 8 week timeline.
How do I measure whether a video production company delivered value?
To measure whether a company delivered value, evaluate performance against business goals rather than view counts alone.
Industry research shows that 74% of companies measure video ROI using engagement metrics, while 48% rely on conversion rates to assess success.
Key benchmarks include engagement and retention metrics such as average watch time, view-through rate, and completion rate.
You should also know that each platform counts views based on different criteria. For example, YouTube counts a view only if a user has spent at least 30 seconds watching a video.
On Instagram, a watcher should engage for at least 3 seconds, on Facebook just a second is enough, while LinkedIn needs 2 seconds. TikTok counts a video as watched if you’ve spent at least 1 second watching content that’s under 3 minutes long.
Conversion metrics like click-through rates, demo requests, and sign-ups indicate whether the video drove meaningful action.
Business outcomes should be measured by comparing lead quality, pipeline contribution, or revenue impact against total production cost.
Videos that can be reused across websites, paid ads, sales outreach, or internal training typically deliver higher long-term value.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Video Production Companies
What types of businesses usually hire these companies in the USA?
The companies that usually hire these types of services include:
- Technology & SaaS companies: Rely on video agencies to explain complex products, create demos or animated explainers, and shorten long B2B sales cycles.
- Professional services: Use video to build credibility, showcase expertise, and deliver testimonials or firm overview content.
- Healthcare & life sciences companies: Explain medical topics, train professionals, and educate patients in compliant formats through video content. Healthcare video content can increase audience engagement by around 38%, supporting education and marketing goals.
- Financial services & FinTech firms: Rely on video to clarify complex products, support investor relations, and build trust through branded explainers.
- Manufacturing & industrial firms: Produce demos, safety videos, and case studies to educate buyers and reduce sales friction.
- Education & corporate training buyers: Commission video for scalable training, onboarding, and thought leadership. In 2024, 38% of companies prioritized educational, instructional, and online course videos.
- Retail/e-commerce & B2B product brands: Use video for product launches, wholesale enablement, and repurposed social content.
- HR, recruiting & employer branding buyers: Create culture, recruitment, and internal training videos.
- Marketing, advertising & creative agencies: Outsource high-volume or specialized video production to scale client campaigns efficiently.
What video production services do most agencies offer?
Most agencies offer end-to-end services that support marketing, sales, and training objectives.
- Strategy and creative planning: Helping clients define goals, messaging, and formats aligned to marketing and sales funnels. 93% of marketers say video marketing has given them a positive ROI, reinforcing the need for strategic planning upfront.
- Explainer and product demo videos: Clarifying complex B2B offerings, especially in SaaS and technology. 99% of video marketers say video helps users understand products and services.
- Brand and testimonial videos: Featuring case studies, customer testimonials, and company overview videos that support trust-building in long B2B sales cycles.
- Corporate, training, and educational videos: Covering onboarding, internal communications, and learning content. According to Wyzowl’s report, 63% of customers would like to watch a short video to learn about a product or service, rather than read articles, manuals, or eBooks.
- Social and short-form video production: Repurposing long-form footage into clips for LinkedIn, YouTube, and paid ads as short-form video continues to grow in B2B marketing. Another claim supported by the Wyzowl report says that 71% of marketers believe videos between 30 seconds and 2 minutes are most effective in communicating the brand message.
- Post-production and optimization: Editing, motion graphics, captions, and multi-platform formatting to maximize reach, reuse, and performance.
How much does it typically cost to hire these services in the United States?
The cost of hiring a video production agency in the US varies widely based on project scope, production quality, and deliverables. Timelines, number of shooting days, location/travel cost, size of the crew, experience, and resources needed all influence the final cost of a video production project.
- Hourly/agency rates: Many video production agencies charge around $100-$400 per hour for professional video services in the US, though actual totals depend on project scope.
- Typical project ranges: Most US video production projects fall roughly in the $1,500-$7,000 range for standard corporate videos (~60 seconds), depending on complexity and deliverables.
- Entry-level work: Simple corporate content (e.g., talking heads, basic social videos) can start around $2,500-$5,000 for straightforward shoots and editing.
- Mid to higher end: More polished brand, commercial, or multi-scene projects typically run $5,000 to $25,000+, especially if they include multiple locations, advanced graphics, actors, or special effects.
What additional costs should businesses expect during a project?
Additional costs in a video production project often include:
- Pre-production planning: Scriptwriting, storyboarding, casting, and location scouting add time and cost before filming begins.
- Talent and crew fees: Actors, presenters, directors, and camera crews increase costs based on experience and shoot length.
- Equipment and location costs: Camera, lighting, audio rentals, travel, and filming permits can significantly raise budgets.
- Post-production work: Editing, motion graphics, sound design, and color grading are separate phases that add substantial cost, representing 30-40% of total production costs.
- Music and stock assets: Licensed music, stock footage, and voiceovers are often charged per use.
How long does a typical project take to complete?
A typical video production project in the US takes about 4 to 8 weeks from planning to final delivery.
Most professional video projects include initial concept and strategy, scripting and storyboarding in the first week or two, a few days of shooting, and then post-production editing and revisions, leading to an overall timeline of around 4-8 weeks.
More complex animation or multi-scene productions can extend toward 10-12 weeks or more.
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