VIDEO PRODUCTION RATES

NY and LA Quality at a Midwest Price

My rates are straightforward and include the professional gear, crew, and experience needed to get the job done right.

Full-Day Rate – $1200
Half-Day Rate – $800

Includes

  • 4K cameras, lenses, lighting, audio gear

  • FAA Part 107 certified drone cinematography

  • Professional teleprompter operation

  • Setup and teardown time

  • On-the-fly directing, lighting adjustments, and shot composition expertise

Second Shooter / Assistant – $460/day
My longtime assistant of 17 years brings a degree in film production and professional set experience. She also serves as my editor, ensuring a smooth handoff from production to post.

Overnight Travel – $400/night + expenses
For shoots requiring overnight stays away from home.

A woman in a blue shirt is being filmed for an interview or video segment inside a warehouse or industrial setting. Two cameras operate by crew members are pointed at her, one in the foreground and one on the right side, with a bright light directed at her. Shelving units and boxes are visible on the left, and a wall with the sign 'In Sink Erator Employee Training and Communications Center' is in the background.
A priest smiling during a video recording inside a church, with religious symbols and chairs in the background, and a professional camera and laptop in the foreground.

A Note on Flexibility
While most projects require at least a half day to capture everything needed, I understand that some jobs are quick turnarounds close to home — maybe just a few specific shots or a short interview. In those cases, I’m happy to work out a fair, reduced rate that reflects the time and scope of the job, rather than automatically charging a full half day.

Ready to book?
Contact me to discuss your project and confirm availability.