Video Production Crew Day Rates

A full video production crew through Assignment Desk typically runs $650 to $2,400 per day depending on role and crew size. A solo videographer runs $650 to $1,400/day. A 2-person ENG crew (camera plus audio) runs $900 to $1,400/day. A staff Director of Photography with a full broadcast package runs $900 to $2,400/day. Get an itemized quote by submitting your shoot brief.

A standard video production crew is scaled to the shoot. The smallest option is a single videographer who handles camera, audio, and lighting. A mid-size crew adds a dedicated camera operator and audio technician (an ENG crew). A full crew adds a Director of Photography, a gaffer for lighting, and a field producer to manage the location and talent. Assignment Desk staffs any size crew for a single day or a full production.

A solo videographer is the most cost-effective option, running $650 to $1,400/day for camera, audio, and lighting handled by one person. A full crew with a DP, camera operator, and audio technician costs more per day but delivers a higher production value for commercial, broadcast, or multi-camera shoots. Assignment Desk recommends crew size based on the shoot's goals during the quote process.

Yes. Major markets like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago typically run 15 to 25 percent higher than regional markets. Markets like Nashville, Charlotte, Denver, Austin, and Indianapolis offer competitive rates with experienced broadcast crew. Assignment Desk provides market-specific quotes for every booking across 24 plus US cities.

Submit your shoot brief at assignmentdesk.com/hire-a-crew, including the shoot date, city, positions needed, and production type. A coordinator will provide an itemized quote with crew names, credentials, and transparent day rates, typically within 60 minutes. There is no fee to get a quote and no obligation to book.