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Denver video production rates depend on how much planning, crew time, and editing a project needs. Shoot length, number of locations, crew size, drone flights, talent, motion graphics, and the number of finished versions all move the number. Rocky Mountain Photography writes itemized quotes for each project, so you can see exactly what you are paying for before you commit.
Denver video production rates are hard to compare online because most companies, including ours, quote each project individually. That is not a sales tactic. A two-minute company overview filmed in one office in half a day and a two-minute brand film shot across four locations with actors and aerials are very different jobs, even though the finished runtime matches.
Rocky Mountain Photography was founded in 2016 by brothers Jeff and Nick Perry in Denver. Rather than publish a rate card that fits nobody, we use this page to explain what actually shapes a video quote, how to read one, and how to get more from the budget you have. When you are ready, a short conversation about your goals is enough for us to put real numbers in front of you.
Every quote breaks down into three phases. Pre-production covers planning: discovery calls, scripting, storyboards, shot lists, location scouting, scheduling, and casting. A testimonial video might need an hour of planning; a scripted commercial might need days. Production is the filming itself, and it scales with crew size, hours on set, number of locations, travel, and specialty gear like gimbals, sliders, teleprompters, or lighting for large spaces.
Post-production is often the largest line and the one people underestimate. It includes editing, color grading, sound mixing, licensed music, captions, motion graphics, and revision rounds. Each additional version, such as a vertical cut for social, a fifteen-second ad, or a translated edition, adds editing time. Optional extras like drone flights, voiceover talent, on-camera actors, permits, and studio rental appear as their own line items so you can choose what to keep.
When two quotes for the same idea look far apart, the difference is almost always in scope. Line them up and check a few specifics. How many crew members are on set, and for how many hours? How many finished videos and versions are included? How many revision rounds? Is music licensed for commercial and paid ad use, or only for organic posts? Are captions, color grading, and sound mixing included or extra?
Also look at what is missing. Some quotes leave out scripting, travel, or drone authorization time and add them later. Ask how raw footage is handled, who owns the finished work, and what happens if a shoot is delayed by weather. A detailed quote protects both sides. Ours spell these items out, and we are happy to walk through any line so you can make an apples-to-apples comparison with other Denver vendors.
The most effective way to stretch a budget is to plan several pieces around one shoot day. If a crew is already set up in your office, filming a company overview, three employee testimonials, and a handful of social clips in the same session costs far less than booking separate days. Ask for cutdowns at the start, since editing them from the same footage is efficient.
Other levers help too. Keeping locations close together reduces company moves. Having your subject matter experts prepared and your space ready saves set time. Choosing simple titles over custom animation lowers post-production. Combining photo and video in one session avoids two separate bookings. For examples of what a project can include, browse our professional video production and corporate video pages, then request a quote with your goals and timeline.
“Incredible work! Jeff and his team really care about people and their businesses. They produced a short commercial for my business and I was blown away by the detail of the video and how professional it looks. They also took the time to get to know me and my story prior to shooting the video. Thank you so much for all you do!”
“I had the magnificent pleasure of recording a music video at Rocky Mountain Photography (RMP) in their green room. The guys at Rocky Mountain Photography are true professionals and they are highly skilled. On top of all of that, they are great people to work with!”
“Our brokerage has sold millions of dollars of commercial real estate across Colorado. Rocky Mountain Photography has been an excellent partner of ours, creating high quality professional media to showcase these various investment properties. They’re consistently reliable, communicative and on-time.”
“Rocky Mountain Photography is wonderful to work with! They create so much value with their services. They are extremely knowledgeable with photos and video, and work hard to create compelling media that will take your business to the next level. They uphold and promote your brand. I recommend Rocky Mountain Photography without reservation!”
“Rocky Mountain Photography was such a pleasure to work with for our Vail wedding. We love our wedding video so much! Jeff is professional, talented and very accommodating. Highly recommend!”
“Always do a fantastic job on my RE Listing photos and video. Great drone video and Twilight shots.”
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Our process begins with a detailed understanding of your project, followed by the assignment of a dedicated project manager. We then determine the ideal package to meet and exceed your media needs.
Once your project needs are understood, our team schedules and captures your photography, video, or drone media professionally from ground and sky, making sure to include all client specifications and instructions.
Upon completion, we meticulously edit and upload the media for your review, providing any necessary updates or revisions before sending the final high-resolution deliverables to you on time and on budget.
Because a fixed rate would be wrong for most projects. Crew, hours, locations, editing, and extras vary so much that any posted number would either overcharge simple jobs or mislead on complex ones. An itemized quote reflects your actual project.
Tell us what the video is for, where it will be shown, roughly how long it should be, how many locations and people are involved, your deadline, and any must-haves like drone footage or captions. A reference video you like helps enormously.
Not always. A lower number may include fewer crew hours, less editing, limited music licensing, or fewer revisions. Compare what each quote actually delivers, and ask what is excluded, before deciding which offers better value for your goals.
They can. Drone work adds a certified pilot, flight planning, and sometimes FAA authorization in controlled airspace around Denver. Our pilots are FAA Part 107-certified and insured, and flight time appears as its own line item so you can weigh it.
Usage rights, raw footage delivery, and ownership terms are spelled out in each quote. If you need broadcast, paid advertising, or long-term licensing, mention it early so the quote reflects those uses from the start.
Send a short description of your project through our quote request, or book online to schedule a call. We usually ask a few follow-up questions, then send an itemized quote you can review, adjust, and approve before anything is scheduled.