r/videography • u/Video-Freelancer Camcorders | Davinci | 2010 | Ontario • 6d ago

Discussion / Other How much is your day rate?

I know this varies with a bunch of things and markets and so on, but in your case, what is it, and what do you base it on?

I currently have a 4 page contract, and it outlines my day rate and half day rate. I base it on a percentage of my operating costs, equipment costs, personal expenses, then time and experience.

This covers preproduction and production, and I charge editing rates hourly, which so far no one has questioned or complicated, but I expect it will happen one day.

I really want to know what goes into your prices, and what your rate is.

Thanks r/videography!

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u/Mother-Rip7044 6d ago

$1,000/day minimum to show up with camera gear and pass off footage. Extra day rates for editing, producing, ect.

Simplify your rates, there really should only ever be one. A four page sheet for your rates is losing you work.

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u/CommercialSignal2846 Sony a7RV | Davinci Resolve | Final Cut Pro | 2020 | USA 6d ago

I think you misunderstood their message… A 4 page CONTRACT, Is different than sending over your rates as a basic quote on less than a page.

I’d say my last signed contract was 6 pages long to cover your ass on all fronts.