Pricing can be difficult for custom
work, so the prices quoted here are meant to be used as a guideline. If your project is more simple than anticipated
when preparing this list, then I will quote you a lower price. If it will be more complicated, then I will charge more.
The bottom line is, use these as a guideline, but they are not quotes. For a specific quote, you will have to answer
several questions. Email me with the specifics of your project, and I will reply with the proper questionaire for you
to complete.
I also give basic hourly prices here, so you can hire me just on a freelance basis by the hour. For that price, I come to your location and take a look at your information. We can visit the venue, meet with principle people involved in the project, and brainstorm. The time starts when I arrive at your location, and ends when I leave. I require a minimum of two (2) hours paid in advance to reserve my time. We will then arrange a date and time. Deposits for other projects are 25% of the basic charge quoted here.
I do more than just video tape events. I have a complete list of skills to bring to your event. The chart below is based on basic services, but includes everything to complete the job as described.
| Here are basic quotes for services: | ||
| Weddings | There are several packages available for weddings. For a simple wedding with videos of the bride and groom before the wedding, the wedding itself, up to an hour of the party afterward, with one DVD and one VHS copy, pricing starts at the price shown, with two cameras being used. If you wish to have more cameras and more coverage, I will add more packages soon. | $750 to $1600 |
| Scripting/Planning | Hourly rate available for scripting or planning your event. If you know exactly what you want, I can give you a quote for the whole project. | 1st hr $60 Add'l $35/hr |
| Editing/Proofing | Hourly rate available for editing or proofing your work. If you know exactly what you want, I can give you a quote for the whole project. | 1st hr $75 Add'l $40/hr |
| Layout & Setup | Hourly rate available for setting up your event and laying out the floorplan and lighting. If you know exactly what you want, I can give you a quote for the whole project. | 1st hr $75 Add'l $45/hr |
| Equipment Choices | As an hourly consultant, I will advise you on the use and selection of your equipment. | 1st hr $60 Add'l $25/hr |
| Event Coordination | As your event planner or coordinator, I will take care of everything from contracting services, to central billing, and procuring all the supplies you need for your event. | 1st hr $50 Add'l $25/hr |
| Taping/Production Work | This is the work you really need expertise in. As the producer of the event, and taping, you will find that it will be easier for you to concentrate on the day-to-day functions. | 1st hr $80 Add'l $40/hr |
| Post Production | I use my own equipment to edit your project. You can either request that I do it at my own location and let you see progress, or I can do it at your location so you can have a hand in the work. Since it is more difficult to edit while being directed, I do charge $15/hr more to have you present during this process. | 1st hr $80-100 My location: $35/hr Your location: $45/hr |
| Consultant | As a general consultant for matters not listed here, I do charge a smaller fee. If you just want someone to run ideas past, and see how they will work, I will even help you set up tests or demonstrations. | 1st hr $50 Add'l $25/hr |
| VHS Conversion | This price is for direct transfer of video, without additional editing. You will be given the footage on DVD/CD or as a video to play without editing or titling. If you wish to have these services, they are listed under editing charges above. | Setup $50 + $35 per hr of video |
| Heritage Videos | This project does not require payment to participate, but if you want a copy of the final product, or of the video taken of you or your relative, there is a charge. Because the production value may be higher than the basic package available for the Heirloom Videos (visit my website for Heirloom Videos for more info), the price is a real bargain. I have also discounted the price because I will be using the video as part of my show. With signed releases, and without any special requests from you (many people want specific information to be archived and will request specific questioning for their Heirloom Video), the discounted price is for your first DVD/VHS. Additional copies are available for $19 each. | 1 Video $175 Show $25 |
If you do not see your needs listed here, contact us to see if I offer it!
