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Embark
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.A web agency made for nonprofits and small businesses.
Embark is a USA video production company dedicated to helping small businesses and non-profits. It folds videography into web development and branding services to drive reach and engagement. Its client roster includes NCYC, Colorado Catholic Conference, NAKED Prosthetics, and TURN Therapeutics...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Corona, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
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Embark Reviews & Testimonials
Branding Review from Anonymous
Embark did an outstanding job guiding our rebrand and new website launch. They provided a clear, step-by-step plan and fresh ideas to improve site features and user experience. The result is a website we're proud of, modern, functional, and true to our identity.
Digital Marketing Review from Anonymous
Working with Embark was a great experience. They consistently went above and beyond to meet our requests. While we wanted to rush certain steps, they insisted on maintaining quality, ensuring we didn't compromise the final product.
Web Development Review from Anonymous
We chose Embark for their cultural fit, value for cost, and transparent pricing‚ and they delivered. Our website was launched on schedule, and their team was always quick to respond. By the end of the project, we had not only a strong site but also a genuine working relationship with their team.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsCrystal Pyramid Production brings 43+ years of experience under producers Mark Schulze and Patty Mooney. Unlike many US video production houses, the agency owns the full production chain, from camera to grip equipment, ensuring quality output while reducing delays for corporate and broadcast clients...
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
Write Connections excels at strengthening customer relationships through personalized storytelling and interview videos. Backed by 30+ years of experience, it has delivered 1,500 projects and served 300+ brands, including Saint Mary’s College and the Humane Society...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Elkhart, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Rootless Agency enables you to captivate audiences through compelling video production that enhances brand awareness and engagement. Deep industry expertise accelerates our success in crafting visually striking, user-friendly content designed for performance and seamless integration within your marketing...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Hudson, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
We are a full-service creative design firm situated in Virginia Beach that specializes in custom web design, WordPress hosting, site administration, SEO, and PPC services for small companies. Commonwealth Creative Marketing is your reliable marketing partner. Our dedication to client service is at the heart...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With over 27 years in business, we've built a reputation for creative excellence, reliability, and lasting client relationships. We deliver WordPress design, SEO, video, illustration, and print solutions that help businesses grow - flexible, dependable, and driven by results...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Hudson, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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
Brandon is a full-force marketing agency engineered to outsmart, outperform, and out-create the competition. We marry analytics with audacity, digital with disruption, and brand with bottom line. Our work earns attention but more importantly, it earns results...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
- Video Production
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- Location
- Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Cinematic, engaging, and enduring videos that make your clients think, make the act...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Content marketing agency helping brands grow audiences, generate demand, and turn attention into revenue through social media, SEO, AI discoverability (GEO), podcasting, and full-funnel systems...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Golden Medina Services: Everything you could ever ask for in a marketing partner, and then some. We pride ourselves in our ability to provide value. Born in the heart of the Las Vegas Valley, our boutique agency has been servicing dozens of local businesses for over 5 years and counting. As your dedicated...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Nonagon Productions provides full-service video production to brands, organizations & agencies looking to scale with a strategic video partner. We work on media for marketing, sales, recruitment & other functions of the business that can be empowered with video...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Falls Church, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Broadcast2World (B2W) is a B2B motion graphics studio and animated explainer video company with a US office in Piscataway, New Jersey and a production studio in Gurugram, India...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Piscataway, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We're a marketing agency with a serious passion for helping Amazon sellers crush it in the online marketplace. With over 15 years of experience under our belts, we've seen it all and mastered the art of selling on Amazon...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
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...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- 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
The Recording Service offers live streaming, video production, and event AV services that cater to small and medium-sized events with audiences of up to 2,000 in person and 10,000 online, providing a unique blend of quality and affordable pricing. We work with commercial, government, non-profits, and other...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Full-service media & marketing agency specializing in high-end video production, digital strategy, and brand growth...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We produce storytelling videos for businesses looking to stand out with authenticity. We create more than content we create momentum. Every project is strategically built to cut through the noise, showcase your story, and deliver results...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Location
- Hutchinson, Kansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Melty Cone Video
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Melty Cone is a renowned video production company based in NYC, proudly offering top-notch video marketing services in New York, New Jersey and beyond Our expertise lies in creating compelling videos that generate more customers, leveraging the proven effectiveness of video marketing...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
At StoryChef Media, we're focused on telling meaningful stories and creating clear messaging for brands. Video is the most powerful way to tell your brand's story, showcase your product or services, and to engage with your target audience. We're talking about valuable, compelling, and emotionally engaging...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our award-winning animation team is made up of smart, talented and remarkably nice people. We are expert animators, voiceover actors and illustrators located across the U.S. with offices in Baltimore, MD and Minneapolis, MN.Explainer animations are increasingly recognized as one of the best ways to...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We empower your organization to effectively communicate your message. Founded in 2004, Charles River Media has served as a creative agency, consulting firm, and video production company with live streaming services. Our innovative agency services include strategic planning, creative development and...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Needham, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Whether a business needs a simple website update, photography or taking it's first steps in building an online presence, SkyCastle Productions is the one-stop-shop for visual marketing solutions...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We specialize in creative writing, marketing, web design, and search engine optimization; helping small businesses improve their digital presence. We are made up of a talented professional creative marketing team of Thinkers, Artists, Developers & Promoters. FANATICAL ABOUT PROMOTING YOUR SMALL BUSINESS!...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Prattville, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Postali is a full-service marketing agency serving the unique needs of attorneys and law firms. Our goal is to help you grow your practice through custom legal marketing plans that attract the clients your firm wants...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- Direct Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a video production company that focuses on corporate video production, brand video, documentary filmmaking, live event video production, and more...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
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- 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
Most brands look busy but say nothing. USATILITY builds bold, strategy-driven brands that actually work. NYC & Portland. Recognized by DesignRush as a Top Branding Agency New York City, 2025...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Curtis Visual Works is a full-service production company based in Denver, Colorado. Specializing in brand storytelling, high-end commercial photography, production, and consultation services, we work with you to elevate your brand...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Seattle video production company specializing in cinematic storytelling for brands, nonprofits, and events. We create high-quality videos that inspire, connect, and drive results...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
With RED DOT MULTIMEDIAs creative services, your business wont just be seenitll be remembered. From eye-catching visuals to strategic storytelling, We help you reach and engage your audience on the platforms they love most, turning followers into loyal customers...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Port Charlotte, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We believe in generating revenue for our clients–and ourselves–with integrity. We pride ourselves on honesty and openness; we encourage our clients to be involved in our process. We firmly believe in providing value first and foremost. We care about the individuals who make up a company and the...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- American Fork, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Versa Creative is an award-winning marketing and advertising agency that’s dedicated to delivering powerful narratives and exceptional results...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Synaryverse is an AI-driven creative and digital agency in the USA specializing in creative design, branding, graphic design, AI video ads, AI filmmaking, SEO, digital marketing, web development, and AI solutions. We combine creativity, technology, and data-driven strategies to help businesses build stronger...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Branchburg, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Miami-based video production and photography company creating cinematic content for brands, agencies, and organizations. Since 2009, Osiris Photo & Film has produced commercials, interviews, testimonials, events, branded content, and photography with polished visuals and clear storytelling...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Think Big Design Group, located in Soho, New York, is a design fashion branding agency that thinks big for clients in the beauty, health, hospitality, food, fashion, and fitness industries. Our multidisciplinary team of creative professionals specializes in bringing ideas to life through innovative design...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Mild Manor is a boutique creative agency, specializing in video production and design. We shoot, we edit, we design, we mix, we concept, we iterate, we version, we adapt, and the next day we do it all again. We take your project from start to finish in house, to make your story sing...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Portland, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Goyim Design Strategies delivers premium websites, custom applications, and industry-specific SaaS platforms with full code ownership and sovereign decentralized hosting. Based in San Diego, we eliminate monthly fees and vendor lock-in with high-performing systems built for speed and independence...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Webconsuls is a full-service website design, branding, and digital marketing agency. They're small by design, taking the guesswork out of your marketing and SEO strategy with a personalized approach so your budget is spent on qualified leads...
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- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Make It Better. Make It Inspiring. Make It Creative. Make It Brilliant. Make It Big. Make it Digital. Professionally crafted works of art, with the purpose of better branding you and what you do best...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- Video Production
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- Location
- Pryor, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Boda Studios is a video production company based in Charleston, South Carolina, producing brand films, corporate video, event coverage, and photography for businesses across the Lowcountry. Founded in 2022, every project runs through the same standard: real pre-production planning, an on-site crew, and a full...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Summerville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Adapting Social we work on New York City time, which means everything has to be TOP quality and has to be done yesterday. As a business owner, your job is to produce the best product or service you can, our job is to showcase your ambitions to your customers locally and or globally...
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- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
To deliver award-winning, world-class creative solutions that foster unforgettable experiences for consumers and build market value for companies. Our clients set the bar in their industry and are envied by their competitors. Our team of kick-ass talent is proud and empowered of the work we do...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Done-for-you social media for established companies in Atlanta and north Georgia, with your own people on camera. We film your team one day a quarter, make a brand story film in month one, and post for your buyers every business day. Based in Woodstock, GA...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Woodstock, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We provide video production and livestreaming services to brands and businesses in Denver, Colorado. Our work is built to strengthen your video marketing strategy and help convert attention into action...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
If you're seeking to create a new website or improve the performance of your current one, PaperStreet Web Design and Internet Marketing, a leading law firm web design company, leverages innovation and expertise to achieve the results you desire...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
The Builders Agency believes great marketing starts with understanding the business behind it. We partner with contractors to uncover opportunities, solve growth challenges, and turn marketing into a meaningful part of building a stronger business...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Business Consulting
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Vero Beach Social Media (VBSM) is an 18x ADDY and 5x Telly award-winning digital marketing agency on the Treasure Coast. From our downtown Vero Beach studio we run social media, paid ads, video, websites with SEO/AEO, design, podcasts, and drone work for 100+ local businesses and nonprofits...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Vero Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Branding. Interactive. Video. A creative agency built the way you work.Big ideas, a nimble team, and branded content that grabs attention...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A creative video production company partnering with brands and marketing departments across the world...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Video Marketing
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/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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