Rates & Pricing
How much for a video? It depends on your needs and budget. Because I specialise in Knowledge Mobilisation and Research Communication, it is only logical to apply that same transparency to my pricing. I don’t pull numbers out of thin air; I use a systematic Production Framework to reverse-engineer your project.
When we plan your story, we use my production template to calculate the mechanical reality of your needs, from Narrative Writing and 3-Point Lighting to B-Roll and Premium Editing. You get a clear, phase-based breakdown of where every dollar goes. No guesswork. No hidden fees. Just a refined process for stories that matter.
We start with why. What is the purpose of this video? Who is it for, where will they see it, and what is the Call-To-Action? From this, we determine style, genre and duration.
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SoMe Post
Best for: Social media updates, event highlights, or quick profile videos.
What You Get: A punchy 3-5 minute video designed for high engagement and immediate impact.
- 1–2 hours Pre-Production
- 4–8 hours (1 Location)
- 2-point lighting
- mono audio capture
- 16–24 hours of editing
- basic titles
- Stock music
- social media quality export
~$3k – $5k
Short Narrative
Best for: Knowledge mobilisation, research stories, or short documentaries.
What You Get: A deeper 5-10 minute video that bridges the gap between complex ideas and human connection.
- 2–4 hours Pre-Production
- 8–12 hours (2 Locations)
- 3-point lighting
- stereo audio capture
- 24–48 hours of editing
- custom motion graphics
- B-roll integration
- high-quality export
~$5k – $10k
Documentary
Best for: Long-form educational series, e-learning, or community-led narratives.
What You Get: An in-depth 10–15 minute video that serves as a permanent asset for your organisation.
- 4–8 hours Pre-Production
- 12–16 hours (3+ Locations)
- Comprehensive B-roll
- High-quality audio
- 48–96 hours of editing
- advanced colour grading
- custom assets
- subtitling
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