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title: How Long Is a Piece of String? Let’s Talk Video Budgets
description: Corporate video costs in the UK explained - from £5k to £150k+. Discover what impacts price & how to get the most from your budget.
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# [How Long Is a Piece of String? Let’s Talk Video Budgets](https://www.bearjam.co.uk/insights/how-long-is-a-piece-of-string-lets-talk-video-budgets)

 Written by [Phoebe Aldrich](https://www.bearjam.co.uk/insights/author/phoebe-aldrich) | Aug 14, 2025 4:34:41 PM

# **How Much Does Corporate Video Production Cost in the UK? **

It’s the million-pound question… or, hopefully, a bit less! When planning a corporate video, budget is one of the first - and most important - things to consider.

The honest answer? [Corporate video production](https://www.bearjam.co.uk/corporate-video) in the UK can range from **£5,000** for a simple talking-head video to **£150,000+** for a high-end brand film with actors, multiple locations, and complex animation. (It really depends… how long is a piece of string!)

So, what actually influences the cost? Here’s a quick breakdown:

**Pre-Production & Concept Development**

- *Lower cost:* A clear, single-message video with a simple script.
- *Higher cost:* Multi-layered creative concepts, storyboards, professional scriptwriting, and casting actors.

**Production & Shoot Days**

- *Lower cost:* Half-day shoot in one location with a small two-person crew.
- *Higher cost:* Multiple shoot days across several locations, larger crew, actors, and specialised equipment like drones or cinema cameras.

** Post-Production**

- *Lower cost:* Simple edit, basic title cards, and royalty-free music.
- *Higher cost:* Complex editing, custom 2D/3D motion graphics, professional voiceover, bespoke music, and advanced colour grading.

**Why it’s worth investing:**

- Experienced talent = fewer revisions & a better end product
- Professional equipment = cinematic quality that reflects your brand
- Post-production polish = a video that performs across multiple channels

Every project is unique. The best way to get an accurate figure? **Talk to a video production agency about your goals.**

At **BearJam**, we specialise in creating high-impact corporate videos that deliver results. Get in touch today for a bespoke quote — let’s bring your vision to life!

 

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