HARDTOREADPRODUCTIONS

Locally Sourced Independent Film & TV Produced Entirely by Jon McWilliams

Photography Session, Photoshoot, Live Performance
$450 - $1300 (1/2 day of shooting)

Music Video, Abstract Visual or Experimental Project
$2600 - $3700 (1 day of shooting)

Promotional Content, Trailer or Spec Project
$3300 - $4700 (1-2 days of shooting)

Short Film, Narrative Video or Multi-Day Project
$5,200 - $10,900 (2-3 days of shooting)
Sample Rate
$350 -- Average Crew Member Day Rate
$480 -- Full Day of Studio Rental
$1500 -- Average Costume Designer Costs
$220 -- Average Single Day Equipment Rental
$100 -- Average Actor Payout
$450 -- Average Pre-Production Costs
$530 -- Average Post-Productions Costs
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$3630 -- 1 person crew, 1 actor, 1 full day studio rental, 1 costume design
produced by HTRP and editedbyjonmcwilliams
Each day of shooting can include:
Up to 12 hours of studio space
Up to 9 person crew
Up to 12 hours of shoot time
Up to 2 locations

Other associated costs may include but are not limited to: (1) Location costs, (2) Transportation, (3) Health/Safety Needs, (4) production design & (5) processing fees
FAQs
What are included in post-production costs? 
This can include reshoots, sound engineering and the editor.

What are included in pre-production costs?
This can for be location costs, scouting, production design or specialized equipment.

How many crew members do I need?
This depends on the size and type of project, expect crews of 3, 6 or 9.

Do I have to rent the studio for a full day?
Absolutely not, the rental is $40/hour.

Do I have to hire crew members for an entire day?
There is no requirement to work for a full 12 hours however the day rate is unchanged.

Do I need a costume designer?
Only if you want an original design. A crew member for wardrobe can source clothing.
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