How Much Does Corporate Video Cost?
Real 2026 Price Ranges, by Project Type
Every video budget conversation starts with "it depends." Here's what it actually depends on, with real price ranges from the projects we booked this past year.
Most corporate video projects cost $6,500 to $15,000 for a full-day shoot with editing. A half-day shoot runs $2,500 to $5,000, conference and event coverage runs $10,000 to $22,000, and larger multi-day or multi-city productions start around $20,000.
Those ranges come from more than 100 projects we booked over the last 12 months, for mid-size and enterprise companies across the country. We update this page as our numbers change.
Updated November 2026
Corporate video cost by project type
- Half-day shoot: $2,500–$5,000. A one- to three-person crew for about four hours. Usually raw footage or a light edit: a fireside chat, a single executive interview, b-roll of a facility.
- Full-day shoot with editing: $6,500–$15,000. The most common project we do. A full day with a crew, professional audio and lighting, then a finished edit. Customer testimonials, case study videos and executive interviews usually land here.
- Conference or event coverage: $10,000–$22,000. One or two days on site with multi-camera coverage of keynotes, attendee interviews and fast-turn highlight edits, sometimes delivered the same day.
- Multi-day production: $20,000–$35,000. Several shoot days and several deliverables, such as a series of customer stories or a brand film with supporting cuts.
- Multi-city program: $25,000 and up. A series of shoots across cities, or a year of ongoing production, with one producer and one look throughout. (Here's how we run multi-city programs.)
What drives the cost of a corporate video
Five things move the price more than anything else:
- Shoot days. A half day and a full day are different budgets. Packing several interviews into one well-planned day is the biggest savings there is.
- Crew size. One videographer is fine for b-roll. Interviews need dedicated audio, and multi-camera event coverage needs more hands.
- Locations. Each extra location adds setup time. With Lightswitch, more cities doesn't mean travel costs, because our crews are already in cities nationwide.
- Editing scope. One finished video costs less than a full story, a 60-second cut and a set of social clips. Planning the versions up front costs less than adding them later.
- Turnaround. Same-day edits at an event need an editor working alongside the crew.
What usually isn't in the price (and should be)
The cheapest quote often isn't the cheapest project. Before you compare bids, check what's included:
- Project management. Who writes the shot list, briefs the crew and runs approvals? If it's you, that's your time.
- Audio. A dedicated audio tech is what separates a usable interview from one you have to reshoot.
- Revision rounds. Ask how many are included and what happens after that.
- Travel. Many vendors bill flights, hotels and per diems on top. We don't charge travel fees.
How to get more from your video budget
- Batch your shoots. Film three customer testimonials in one day instead of three separate days.
- Film at your events. Your customers are already in one building. Event coverage is one of the most efficient ways to collect testimonials.
- Plan every version up front. One interview can become a full story, a short cut and social clips. Here's how we approach testimonials.
- Keep one producer. A producer who already knows your brand doesn't need to be re-briefed, which saves time on every project after the first.
Corporate video cost FAQ
How much does a videographer cost per day?
For a professionally managed shoot, a half day with a small crew runs $2,500 to $5,000, and a full day with editing runs $6,500 to $15,000. That includes the producer, crew, gear and audio, not just the person behind the camera.
Do you charge travel fees?
No. Our crews are already in your city, so there are no flights, hotels or per diems on your invoice.
Why do video quotes vary so much?
Because they rarely include the same things. Compare crew size, shoot hours, audio, editing, revision rounds and travel side by side before comparing totals. Our buyer's guide has a full checklist for comparing vendors.
How long does a corporate video take?
Most take four to eight weeks from kickoff to final delivery. Here's our week-by-week timeline by video type.
How do I get an exact quote?
Tell us what you're filming, where and when, and your producer will send a clear scope and price. Start here.
