Chicago Videographer Services
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What Makes Our Chicago Videographer Team Stand Out
Drive ROI with Our Strategic Chicago Videographer Services
- Corporate & Brand Video Production: Showcase your company with interviews, internal messaging, or compelling brand narratives. We’re known for corporate video production in Chicago that builds trust and boosts engagement.
- Social Media & Promo Videos: We produce dynamic, short-form videos crafted for social platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Our freelance videographer Chicago team knows what gets attention online.
- Commercial & Advertising Shoots: From concept to completion, we help create TV spots and online commercials that elevate your brand and convert viewers into customers.
- Event Coverage (Conferences, Launches, Festivals): Capture your event, live or pre-recorded with videographers for hire in Chicago who know how to cover everything from expos at McCormick Place to product launches in Fulton Market.
- Music Videos & Creative Shoots: We collaborate with artists to bring music videos and visual stories to life using bold creative direction and cinematic techniques.
- Real Estate & Aerial Videography: We provide dynamic property walk-throughs and licensed drone footage to give listings a competitive edge in the Chicago, Illinois housing market.
Ready to elevate your brand or film your next big moment? Get in touch with our team and book your shoot today.
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PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
Tastewise City Winery Shoot in Chicago, IL
For this Chicago production, we partnered with Tastewise for a one-day shoot at City Winery, capturing branded content and testimonial moments in an elevated event setting. Our crew included a Director of Photography, dual 4K camera setups, dedicated sound with lav mics, full lighting package, and a testimonial station for clean sit-down interviews. We also provided a photographer with full photo gear and post-shoot color correction to deliver polished still assets alongside video.
Balancing live event flow with controlled interview setups required tight coordination and efficient lighting transitions. The result was a cohesive package of cinematic video and professionally edited photography, ready for marketing and digital use. Behind-the-scenes coverage captured our team in action.
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- Branded Event Coverage & Testimonial
- Edited Brand Video + Event Photography Assets
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What It’s Like Filming in Chicago
Shooting in Chicago, Illinois, gives you a visual playground from the historic charm of Old Town to the iconic skyline views from the Willis Tower Skydeck. Popular neighborhoods like Wicker Park and River North offer a variety of backdrops, whether you’re after gritty urban textures or sleek modern architecture.
Permits are often necessary when filming in public areas like Millennium Park. We handle permitting through the Chicago Film Office, including street closures, parking coordination, and security, so your production stays on schedule.
Frequent shoot locations include Grant Park, the Chicago Riverwalk, and rooftop views overlooking Lake Michigan. For truly stunning results, collaborating with a seasoned Chicago videographer can elevate your visuals and streamline every step of the production process.
Local Filming Tips (Save Your Crew Time)
| Topic | Quick advice |
|---|---|
| Permits | File through the Chicago Film Office Production Services Application. If cameras face Cloud Gate, book off-duty officers early to keep tourists out of frame. |
| Weather hacks | Spring mornings can hover near 45 °F and spike to 70 °F by mid-afternoon about a 25 °F swing so pack layered jackets and hand-warmers for talent and crew. |
| Parking | Box trucks require a City Public Way Use Permit with “No Parking” signs posted; submit the request at least 5 business days before the first shoot day. |
| Sound | Chicago Transit Authority ‘L’ trains rattle overhead every 4–6 minutes in the Loop; capture dialogue before 6:30 a.m. or between mid-morning lulls to avoid metal screech. |
Professional Videography Services
Complete Package Pricing Guide
Event Coverage (1-Person Crew)
What's included:
- Single-camera, single-operator setup
- 6-8 hours of event coverage
- Basic audio recording (ambient + microphone)
- Digital delivery of raw footage within 24 - 48 hours
Interview Shoot
What's included:
- 2-camera professional setup with lighting
- Pre-production consultation and question development
- Professional lighting and audio equipment
- 6-8 hours of shoot time
- B-Roll coverage included
- Digital delivery of raw footage within 24 - 48 hours
- 1-multiple interview subjects included
Promotional Video with Edit
What's included:
- 2-camera setup with professional lighting
- Interviews and B-Roll coverage included
- Script development and storyboarding
- Professional voiceover recording
- Custom graphics and animation
- Music licensing and sound design
- 3 rounds of revisions
- Multiple format delivery (web, social media, broadcast)
- 2-3 minute final product
Event Live Stream
What's included:
- Multi-camera live streaming setup (2-4 cameras)
- Professional streaming equipment (encoder, switcher)
- Real-time graphic overlays and lower thirds
- Live audio mixing and monitoring
- Dedicated technical operator
- Recording of live stream for later use
- Chat moderation and technical support
- Stream to multiple platforms simultaneously
- 4-6 hours of live coverage
Complete Brand Package
What's included:
- Comprehensive video strategy consultation
- 3-5 deliverables (mix of interviews, promotional content, event coverage)
- Professional film crew (2-3 cameras, lighting, sound, gimbal)
- Music licensing and sound design
- Advanced graphics and animation
- Color grading and post-production
- 3 rounds of revisions
- Multiple format delivery for all platforms
Documentary Style Package
What's included:
- Full documentary treatment (10-30 minutes)
- Pre-production research and planning
- Multiple shooting days (3-5 days)
- 5-multiple interview subjects
- B-roll coverage in multiple locations
- Professional cinematography with cinematic style
- Advanced color grading and sound design
- Custom music composition
- Professional narration if needed
- Broadcast quality production values
Add-On Services (Available for All Tiers)
| Drone Footage- $1,000: $1,500 |
| Additional Camera Rental$: 300 – $800 |
| Additional Camera Operator: $1,000 – $1,500 |
| Same-Day Editing: $1,000 – $3,000 |
| Closed Captioning: $200 – $500 |
| Foreign Language Subtitles$: 400 – $800 |
| Makeup Artist (Half Day): $350 – $900 |
| Hair Stylist: $400 – $800 |
| Craft Services (6-10 people): $250 – $500 |
| Full Catering (10-20 people): $600 – $1,200 |
| Teleprompter w/ Operator: $1000 – $1,500 |
| Live Streaming Setup: $1,000 – $2,000 |
| Green Screen Setup: $400 – $900 |
| Location Scouting: $300 – $700 |
| Studio Rental: $800 – $2,500 |
| Wardrobe Stylist: $500 – $1,200 |
| General Post Production: $800 – $2,500 |
Our 3-Step Videography Process in Chicago
1. Discovery & Planning
We start with a deep dive into your goals. Whether you're looking to hire a videographer in Chicago for an ad, testimonial, or event everything is tailored to your vision.
2. Filming & Direction
Our Chicago crew shows up on time, prepared, and ready to direct or follow your script. We offer flexible setups from solo shooters to full production teams.
3. Editing & Delivery
Professional editing with clean audio, motion graphics, and fast turnaround. We tackle common pain points like unclear pricing and late delivery so you get a polished final product without the hassle.
OUR VIDEO PRODUCTION WORK
SIT BACK AND ENJOY OUR PRODUCTIONS
We believe in approaching every project as if we are crafting a true masterpiece. Whether you’re watching through the lens of a seasoned Chicago videographer or simply appreciating the final cut, take a moment So take a moment, pop some popcorn, pour a glass of your favorite beverage, sit back, and enjoy the works of Team Beverly Boy!
CAMERA CREWS AND INDUSTRY PROJECTS
CAMERA GEAR
- Sony FX9 & FX6 – full-frame workhorses for corporate and broadcast shoots
- ARRI Alexa Mini LF – large-format choice for narrative and high-end commercial work
- RED V-RAPTOR X – 8 K staple for stylized, short-form projects
- Canon C300 Mark III – dual-gain ISO favorite for documentary interviews
- DJI Inspire 3 drone (FAA Part 107; Illinois waiver partner on file)
- Aputure LS 600x Pro + Nova P300c LED kit for versatile daylight/tungsten lighting
- Teradek Bolt 6 wireless video for zero-delay client monitoring
CAMERA CREW
- Director of Photography (IATSE Local 600)
- Gaffer & Electric from IATSE Local 476
- Drone Pilot Part 107–certified, experienced with CDOT night-ops waivers
- Location Scout versed in the Chicago Film Office permitting workflow
- Production Coordinator fluent in Illinois union, incentive, and minor-talent payroll regulations
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
FAQS - Hiring a Videographer in Chicago
How much does a videographer cost in Chicago?
In Chicago, half-day, single-camera packages usually start around $1,500–$1,900. Multi-day shoots that call for a larger crew, cinema glass, licensed music, and full post can climb to $12,000–$18,000+. Union overtime, downtown parking fees, and rush edits are the biggest variables that move the needle.
What types of videos do your Chicago crews film most often?
We’re regularly hired for finance-sector explainers, food-brand spots in Fulton Market, healthcare training at the Illinois Medical District, live-streamed conferences at McCormick Place, and documentary B-roll on the Lakefront Trail.
How far in advance should I book?
Give us 2 weeks for shoots on private property; add a buffer to 3–4 weeks if you need street closures, weekend dates, or drone flights inside O’Hare/Midway Class B airspace. Lean interior projects can sometimes mobilize within 48 hours.
Can you handle filming permits?
Absolutely. We secure approvals with the Chicago Film Office for city streets and parks, and loop in the Illinois Film Office when state-managed property or tax-credit paperwork is involved. We also supply the required $1 million+ certificate of insurance.
Do you offer both ground and drone filming
Yes. FAA-certified pilots obtain LAANC clearance near the airports, and our ground unit can scale from a solo shooter to a five-person crew that includes an IATSE Local 476 gaffer and grip truck for larger lighting builds.
Do you cover the entire metro area?
Yes, we cover all nearby locations and frequently work throughout the surrounding area.
What should I budget extra for when filming in Chicago?
Common add-ons include winter heater or tent rentals, parking reserves for grip trucks, police details for lower Wacker Drive, generator power on the Lakefront, and sound blankets to tame “L” train noise. We flag these early so there are no surprises.
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