“How much does a corporate film cost?” is the first question we are asked, and the most legitimate. The honest answer fits in one sentence: the price depends on what the film must achieve. A two-minute team portrait and a brand film shot across three locations do not involve the same work or the same budget. Understanding the cost items lets you make informed trade-offs.
What really drives the price
Four factors carry most of the budget. First, shooting time: one day, two days, several locations. Then the crew and equipment, depending on whether you need a single operator or a full team with sound engineer, lighting and drone. Post-production often weighs as much as the shoot: editing, colour grading, motion graphics, bilingual subtitles, music. Finally, the deliverables: a master film, but also its social media versions, vertical formats included.
Think in value, not only in cost
A cheaper film that does not serve your goal is still an expense. A well-designed film that convinces a funder, recruits talent or sells a service is an investment. Before talking numbers, we frame the objective, the audience and the message. This upstream work is what avoids pointless shoots and costly reshoots.
How to get a fair quote
A good quote is detailed, line by line: preparation, shoot, post-production, deliverables. It lets you compare, adjust the scope and decide. At OBA PROD Consulting, we start from your real need to propose a proportionate solution, with no overcharging and no vague promises.
Tell us about your project and we will reply with a concrete, costed proposal: request a quote. To see the full range of what we do, browse our services.