How Much Does a Corporate Video Cost in 2025? Complete Breakdown!

Crew of Camera Operators, "Boom" operator during corporate campaign for a client Palm Springs Production/Schneider Electric. Filming of interviews (their employees) in Lisbon - LX Factory during art workshop. Briefing was emphasis on collaboration and networking among members. (BTS: Jessica Keener Photography)

If you’re planning to invest in video this year, one of the first questions you’ll ask is:

“How much does a corporate video cost?”

The answer is — it depends. But don’t worry: in this guide, we’ll break down the key factors that determine pricing so you know what to expect in 2025.

The Short Answer

On average, a professionally produced corporate video can cost anywhere from 3,000 EUR to 50,000+ EUR, depending on complexity, length, and production quality. Price can change also if marketing aspect is involved in the process.

What Factors Influence Corporate Video Pricing?

1. Length of the Video

• 1–2 minutes = lower cost (but not always, even a short video with huge amount of special visual/audio elements can cost more than a 10 minute simple film),

• 5–10 minutes = usually more filming, editing, and resources

  
  

2. Type of Video

• Explainers or testimonials = lower cost (if explainers are complex, they are more expensive)

• Brand films, animations, or event coverage = higher cost

  
  

3. Pre-Production

• Scripting, storyboarding, creative planning, location scouting (location search, lighting, logistics, permits), technical or director's recce (technical preparation before shooting, "mood-board" creating, shooting schedule, "call sheet" creating, permits, all-round preparation, equipment prep depending on "look" or style required, props on set, grip equipment and many other elements.

  
  

4. Production (Filming)

• Camera crew size, director, production managers (PM), production assistants (PA), MUA/glam department, extras, location manager, production coordinators (PC), DIT, grip department, gaffer/sparks, best boy, catering, honey wagon, equipment (cameras, lenses, grip, lighting, drones), studio rental, talent/actors, extras,

  
  

5. Post-Production

• Editing, sound design, motion graphics, animation, colour grading, sfx, vfx, double copying

  
  

6. Usage Rights & Distribution

• Licensing music, stock footage, or voiceover talent

• Paid distribution campaigns

  
  

Cost Ranges by Video Type in 2025

(Approximate industry averages in EUR — actual costs vary by market/country)

• Simple Interview/Testimonial Video → 3,000 – 7,000

• Product Demo/Explainer → 5,000 – 15,000

• Brand Story Film → 10,000 – 25,000+

• High-End Corporate Film (multiple days/locations) → 25,000 – 50,000 -

  also 150,000+ in case of high-end production),

• Animated Explainer → 7,000 – 20,000

  
  

How to Get the Most Value From Your Investment

1. Repurpose footage into shorter social clips

2. Plan multiple videos from one shoot

3. Be clear about your goals before production starts

4. Partner with a professional team that understands business strategy, not just video

   
   

Key Takeaway

Corporate video pricing in 2025 is flexible — but it’s an investment, not just an expense. With the right approach, one video can fuel your marketing, sales, and internal communications for years.