DAY-RATE PRODUCTION
Commercial, Architectural & Cinema Production
For developers, architects, interior designers, hospitality groups and corporate brands — scale from a single owner-operator DP to a multi-cam cinema, lighting and sound crew.
HOW WE WORK
Cinema Crews, Booked by the Day
Commercial work is quoted on day rates, crew size and scope. Pick the roles you need from the rate card below, add cinema gear and post-production, and we will turn it into an itemized production proposal within 24 hours.
A standard production day is up to 12 consecutive hours (including meal breaks); a half day is up to 5 hours, measured from crew call to wrap.
- Shot lists, lighting plans & call sheets locked in pre-production
- Full-frame cinema packages & multi-point strobe lighting
- Professional editing, custom color grading & sound design
- Optional multi-party licensing that splits costs by 30–50%
RATE CARD
Production Crew & Day Rates
12-hour standard production day.
| Role / Position | Day Rate up to 12 hours | Overtime / Half-Day | Notes & Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director of Photography (DP) | $1,500 | $300/hr OT · $950 half-day (5 hrs) | Lead cinematographer |
| Architectural / Commercial Photographer | $2,000 – $3,500 | Custom half-day rates available | Plus per-image licensing & composite retouching |
| Camera Operator (B-Cam) / Gimbal Tech | $850 | $150/hr OT | Secondary camera movement specialist |
| Gaffer / Lighting & Grip Technician | $750 | Standard OT rates apply | Lighting design & safety |
| Production Sound Mixer | $750 | Standard OT rates apply | Multi-channel boom + lavs |
| Production Assistant (PA) / Grip Assist | $350 | Standard OT rates apply | On-site logistical & staging support |
Cinema Equipment & Post-Production
| Asset / Service | Rate | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Frame Cinema Camera Kit | $450 – $850 / day | Prime / zoom lens package (owner-operator fee) |
| Commercial Lighting & Grip Package | $350 – $750 / day | 1-ton / strobe / continuous LED kit |
| Post-Production (Edit, Grade, Sound) | $125 – $175 / hour | Or $950 / day flat post-production rate |
| Architectural Stills Retouching | $45 – $85 / image | High-end final composite retouching |
| Cost-Sharing Commercial License | 30–50% savings | Split production fees across builder, architect & designer |
Overtime beyond 12 hours is billed at $300/hr for the DP and $150/hr per additional crew member, in 30-minute increments. Commercial, film and event bookings require a 50% non-refundable retainer to lock dates, crew and equipment.
TURNKEY PRODUCTIONS
Film & Video Packages
Prefer a fixed scope? These packages pair with the crew rate card above.
Actor Demo Reels & Self-Tapes
- Pro self-tape session — $125/hr
- 1-scene custom demo reel — $1,250
- 3-scene complete actor reel — $2,950
Cinema lighting, reader included, boom/lav audio. Custom reels with original dialogue scenes, prime lenses and a full grade.
Brand Documentaries & Commercials
- Client testimonial pack (3–5 clips) — $1,650
- Founder / brand mini-doc (2–3 min) — $3,200
- Commercial spot (15s / 30s / 60s) — $4,500 – $10,000+
Full-frame cinema package, dual-camera interviews, slider/gimbal B-roll, pro sound mixing, custom grade & social cutdowns.
Video Podcasts, Talk Shows & Courses
- Half-day shoot (up to 3 episodes) — $950
- Full-day podcast / course shoot — $1,750
- Full edit + 10 vertical clips — +$350 / episode
Up to three 4K cinema cameras, broadcast mics or wireless lavs, key/hair lighting and teleprompter support.
Faith-Based, Ministry & Non-Profit Films
- Testimony / baptism story film — $1,450
- Annual gala / fundraising film — $2,850
- Sermon series bumper / promo — $1,200
Emotionally resonant storytelling, multi-cam interviews, cinematic B-roll and presentation-ready mastering.
15% Ministry & Non-Profit Stewardship Discount applied
Monthly Social Video & YouTube Retainers
- Growth tier (1 shoot day / month) — $2,200/mo
- Authority tier (2 shoot days / month) — $3,950/mo
Growth: 8 scripted, filmed, captioned & edited vertical reels a month. Authority: 15 vertical reels + 2 long-form (8–12 min) YouTube episodes a month.
Need a Custom Crew?
Tell us the roles, gear and deliverables you need and we will send an itemized proposal within 24 business hours.
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