How To Go About Hiring a Video Production Company

February 17, 2023

How to Choose the Right Video Production Company

So, you’ve decided it’s time to make a video. Exciting! But if you’re new to this world, figuring out which video production company can bring your vision to life can feel a little overwhelming. Don’t worry finding the right team isn’t as tricky as it seems once you know what to look for.


Take a Look at Their Work

The first step is to see what the company has done before. Check out their website or YouTube channel, and if you can, watch full-length projects rather than just showreels. Short clips can be impressive, but seeing a complete video gives you a real sense of how they tell a story, how the pacing works, and whether their style matches your vision. This is the easiest way to know if a company is a good fit for your project.


Start With a Brief

Before you even reach out to a production team, it helps to have a brief ready. Don’t overthink it, it just needs to outline what you want to achieve, how long the video should be, any deadlines, and the overall tone or style you’re aiming for. A clear brief makes it easier to explain your ideas and compare different companies, so you know who is best placed to deliver what you need.


Budget Considerations

Videos can vary widely in price, depending on what you want. A simple single-shot video will cost far less than a high-end production with animation, drone footage, or special effects. Getting quotes from a few companies ensures your project stays on budget, and you know exactly what you’re paying for. Always double-check what’s included in the quote hidden extras can quickly add up.


Look for Specialist Skills

Some projects need specialist skills, whether it’s animation, drone footage, or cinematic filming. Make sure the company you hire has experience in the type of production you need. Ask about their equipment, whether they handle everything in-house, and look for testimonials from previous clients. This helps ensure they can deliver the exact quality and style your video requires.


Feedback and Revisions

Even the best video production teams need input to make sure the final product matches your vision. Ask how they handle revisions, how often they’ll check in during production, and what happens if you’re not completely happy with the first cut. Knowing this upfront means there won’t be any surprises, and you can be confident that the company will work with you until it’s right.


Video Production You Can Trust

At Yellow Lizard Media, we aim to make the whole process smooth, collaborative, and stress-free. We combine professional production with a friendly approach and even offer unlimited revisions within five working days, so you can be confident that your video will truly represent your brand and engage your audience.

If you’re ready to create a video that tells your story the way it deserves to be told, let’s have a chat.

"Those two guys there are problem solvers! You bring them anything, any problem, any story and they will create the graphics, momentum and the whole feel of the piece”
JAMES CLARKE
Director of communications
Rothamsted Research