Chicago Videographer Services
Looking for a Chicago videographer for an executive interview, commercial, conference, branded campaign, or live event? Beverly Boy Productions provides experienced crews, cinema cameras, lighting, sound, aerial filming, and post-production throughout Chicago and the surrounding metro area.
Our producers plan each shoot around the schedule, locations, weather, access requirements, crew needs, and final deliverables. One production contact coordinates the details so the filming day stays organized, including projects with downtown venues or several locations.
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What We Do
Chicago Video Production Services for Business, Brands and Events
Chicago’s finance, healthcare, technology, hospitality, manufacturing, nonprofit, and professional-services organizations use video for executive communication, training, recruiting, conferences, product launches, and brand campaigns.
We plan each production around the audience and business objective, then select the interviews, crew, equipment, b-roll, graphics, and delivery formats that best support the message.
Corporate & Brand Videos
Executive interviews, recruiting films, internal communications, training content, and branded stories for corporate, healthcare, technology, financial, and professional-services teams.
Social Media & Promotional Videos
Short-form campaigns, product announcements, event recaps, vertical videos, and platform-ready edits for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Commercial & Advertising Video
Broadcast spots, digital commercials, product demonstrations, and paid campaign assets produced for agencies, local companies, and national brands.
Event Videography & Live Streaming
Multi-camera recording and live streaming for conferences, corporate meetings, trade shows, product launches, and industry events.
Music Videos & Creative Production
Performance videos, artist profiles, and visual campaigns produced with professional lighting, camera movement, playback, and post-production support.
Real Estate & Aerial Video
Property showcases, development updates, architectural footage, and FAA-compliant aerial filming for commercial and corporate projects.
WHY BEVERLY BOY
Flexible Chicago Video Crews for Projects of Every Scale
A strong production plan connects the creative idea to the audience, schedule, and final deliverables. Our producers coordinate the crew, equipment, locations, and post-production around the approved scope.
Transparent, Line-Item Quotes
You receive an itemized estimate before production is approved, with the crew, equipment, filming time, and post-production costs clearly defined.
Cinema-Grade Equipment
We select professional cinema cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, and support equipment based on the setting, creative requirements, and delivery format.
Experienced Crews, National Support
We scale each project with experienced camera, lighting, sound, and aerial specialists serving Chicago, supported by a national production team.
Permit and Location Coordination
We identify the city office, park authority, venue, transportation agency, or property manager responsible for each location and coordinate the applicable permits, insurance documents, access requests, parking arrangements, and city-service requirements.
Filming in Chicago
What It's Like Filming in Chicago
Chicago provides corporate interiors, industrial facilities, convention venues, studios, residential neighborhoods, riverfront views, historic architecture, and modern skyline settings. These environments support executive interviews, commercials, training videos, conference coverage, documentaries, recruiting films, and branded campaigns.
Filming that affects streets, sidewalks, alleys, and other city-owned public property may require a Chicago Film Office permit. Park property follows the Chicago Park District’s media-permit process, while certain locations, including Millennium Park, are independently managed. Private properties require approval from the owner or venue manager.
Local Filming Tips (Save Your Crew Time)
| TOPIC | QUICK ADVICE |
|---|---|
| Permits | Confirm which agency or property manager controls each location. Chicago Film Office permits apply to filming on the public way. Park property and independently managed locations use separate processes. Chicago Riverwalk filming requests require additional processing time. |
| Weather | Chicago winters can bring freezing temperatures, strong winds, snow, and limited daylight. Summer schedules should account for heat, humidity, thunderstorms, and busy outdoor areas. Plan indoor alternatives and weather-protection measures for exterior filming. |
| Parking and Loading | Confirm loading docks, service elevators, reserved vehicle spaces, and building access before the shoot. Downtown parking restrictions, major events, and rush-hour traffic can extend equipment moves and travel times. |
| Sound and Exterior Safety | Traffic, trains, construction, wind, and building ventilation can affect dialogue. Evaluate interview rooms during the planned recording period and secure exterior equipment appropriately. |
Browse a selection of projects filmed by our videography team.
- Project Spotlight
Target Curtain Instructional Video Production
Beverly Boy Productions partnered with creative agency SGK to produce an instructional video for Target’s curtain products. The project required a concise, under-one-minute demonstration that followed the client’s established visual guidelines.
Production included one pre-light day and one filming day, supported by a director of photography, gaffer, professional camera equipment, and commercial lighting. The completed video gave the client a clear product demonstration prepared for digital distribution.
Read the full case study on our Chicago videographer blog.
- Instructional Video
- Studio Production & How-To Product Video
- Chicago, IL
Our Video Production Work
Browse a selection of projects filmed by our videography team.
Our Work
How We Work
Each stage of production stays organized, clear, and transparent.
Pre-Production
We define your goals, audience, creative direction, locations, schedule, and delivery requirements. You receive an itemized estimate before production is approved.
Production
The crew arrives prepared with the cameras, lighting, audio, and support required for the approved scope. The project may use a solo videographer or a complete production team based on its requirements.
Editing & Delivery
Our editors organize the footage, clean the audio, add approved graphics, and prepare each final version for its intended platform. Delivery dates and revision allowances are confirmed before editing begins.
Add-On Services (Available for All Tiers)
Tier 1 — "Snapshot"
Event Coverage (1-Person Crew)
$1,800 – $2,500
- 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
Best For: Small corporate events, business gatherings, milestone celebrations
Tier 2 — "Talking Heads"
Interview Shoot
$2,500 – $4,500
- 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
Best For: Executive interviews, expert testimonials, training content
Tier 3 — "Promotional"
Marketing & Brand Videos
$4,500 – $7,500
- Full production crew (2-3 cameras, lighting, sound)
- Script writing and storyboarding
- Professional talent direction
- Full day of shooting (8-10 hours)
- Basic post-production editing
- Licensed music and sound design
- Color grading and graphics
Best For: Product launches, brand storytelling, company culture videos
Tier 4 — "Livestream"
Event Live Stream
$4,500 – $10,000
- Multi-camera live streaming setup (2-4 cameras)
- Professional streaming equipment (encoder, switcher)
- Professional talent direction
- Real-time graphic overlays and lower thirds
- Live audio mixing and monitoring
- Dedicated technical operator
- Recording of live stream for later use
- Stream to multiple platforms simultaneously
- 4-6 hours of live coverage
Best For: Conferences, webinars, virtual events, corporate announcements
Tier 5 — "Brand Story"
Complete Brand Package
$12,000 – $20,000
- Comprehensive video strategy consultation
- 3-5 deliverables (interviews, promo, events)
- 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
Best For: Annual reports, comprehensive brand campaigns, product launches
Tier 6 — "Cinematic"
Premium Production
$25,000 – $50,000+
- Full cinematic production with director
- Multi-day shoots with large crew
- Location scouting and art direction
- Professional talent and casting
- Full post-production suite
- VFX, motion graphics, color grading
- Unlimited revisions
- Multi-platform deliverables
Best For: TV commercials, documentary, premium brand films
Chicago Video Production Pricing
Production Support Sized to Your Chicago Shoot
A Right-Sized Crew With One Production Lead
A solo Chicago videographer may be the right fit for a straightforward shoot, while more involved projects may require added support. We customize the production setup around your scope, schedule, and budget, including professional cameras, audio, lighting, editing, and delivery. See our Chicago freelance videographer prices to begin planning.
- Pro cinema cameras
- Editing and Scheduled Delivery
- FAA Part 107 Drone Option
- Professional Audio and Lighting
Projects We Produce
What Our Clients Say
Beverly Boy Productions is the best! We hired them for a shoot and they were professional, quick to communicate, so nice, and easy to work with. I highly recommend!
Anastasia Keating
Fantastic professionals that exceeded our expectations. Looking forward to working with them again.
Harman Professional Solutions
I’m a freelance camera operator and have worked with Beverly Boy Productions on three projects over the past few years. Each shoot was organized, professional, and ran on time. Call sheets were clear, communication was solid, and the team respected the freelance crew.
Max Lenz
Despite some tight time constraints, Beverly Boy Productions kept everything running smoothly and on schedule. Felice and her team’s time management skills were truly impressive, and they were always able to adapt quickly to any changes that arose.
Terry Cristain
Lana at Beverly Boy has been extremely helpful in finding me videographers in multiple locations across the country, sometimes at extremely short notice. The process has always been smooth, simple, and a huge relief.
Evan Stultz
Hired them for an exterior commercial shoot — not always the easiest conditions. The crew was well crafted, and the lighting techniques they used were truly top-notch. Gordon and his crew were able to create a range of different lighting setups to suit each scene.
Peter Netham
FAQs About Hiring a Videographer in Chicago
How much does a videographer cost in Chicago?
A half-day, single-camera Chicago shoot generally costs $1,800 to $2,600. Multi-day or multi-location productions with expanded crews, specialized equipment, aerial filming, or complete post-production commonly cost $12,000 to $20,000 or more. The final amount depends on the personnel, equipment, schedule, access requirements, and deliverables.
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