
Video Production
The Process
Pre-Production
A solid plan makes for a smooth day on set
Pre-Production is the first step of the process. This is where all the planning happens to assure the project will go smoothly & successfully.
This phase includes:
strategy & creative development
art direction
scripting & interview question writing
location scouting
shot listing
storyboarding
budgeting
additional logistics preparation.
Production (Filming)
This is the really fun part
This part of the process is where the filming happens. We’ve made the plan and now it’s time to make it happen. Every production looks different, but by this point, we have a good idea of what this one will look like.
Post-Production & Delivery
Where we polish and sculpt the final messaging
This is where the story comes together. Now that everything is filmed, we must construct the narrative and create the final, compelling videos. This step includes:
editing
audio sweetening
music selection & clearances
color grading
motion graphics & effects
closed captions
revisions
final delivery
Frequently Asked Questions
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The whole production process typically takes about 4-8 weeks, but the time frame may be longer or shorter depending on details of your project.
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Each quote is custom-built for your project.
Some clients need a day of filming or editing, while others require full productions or multi-video campaigns. Every project is tailored to your vision so your investment aligns with your goals, timeline, and deliverables.
With that said, I know “it depends” isn’t a very helpful answer. So In the spirit of transparency, simple filming or editing services start at $1500.
Full productions often start around $5000, though smaller projects may land below that depending on needs. Larger campaigns can extend well beyond, depending on scope, creative vision, timeline, and deliverables.
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Every project is unique, which means the budget depends on the scope of work. A few of the biggest factors include:
Pre-production needs – things like creative concepting, shot-listing, scheduling, and coordination.
Production time – how many days of filming, locations, and crew are involved.
Equipment – from cameras and lighting to drones, audio gear, and specialty setups.
Post-production – editing, color grading, sound design, motion graphics, and the number of final deliverables.
Scale of deliverables – whether you need one polished video, or a full suite of social cuts, ads, and campaign content.
Some clients only need a quick capture or edit, while others want a multi-video campaign with a bigger creative footprint. The investment scales to match the vision and impact you’re aiming for.
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Some clients like editing their own footage, or already have an in-house editor they prefer to use. That is totally cool! I’m happy to capture the footage and hand it off afterward. Please indicate that that’s what you would like, when you inquire!
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Absolutely! Whether you had it professionally captured, or filmed some marketing content on your phone and then realized you need some help putting the story together - I’m here to help!
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It sounds like you need a producer to help you put all the pieces together. I would be happy to fill that role for you!
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Yes I do! You can find out more information about that here.
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What a great idea! I hold an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate with a Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Rating (also known as a Part 107 certification).
I am fully licensed and insured to take your project to the air if it calls for it! Find out more about that here.
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We sure are! While we take necessary precautions to make sure everyone & everything on set remains safe, accidents sometimes happen. For that reason, Wind Media Co holds general liability insurance for property damage and personal injury (up to $1,000,000 per occurrence). If you require a COI, we're happy to provide you with one.
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