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Best Video Production in New Zealand

We assessed 55 video production companies in New Zealand and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The 10 listed below hold 894 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 15 July 2026. How we rank →

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Before you hire

Video production costs vary enormously based on crew size, equipment and post-production. Ask to see a showreel of work similar to what you need, confirm exactly what is included in the quote (scripting, voiceover, music licensing, revisions), and clarify who retains the raw footage after delivery.

Before you hire a video production company in New Zealand

Drawn from 157 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.

What does video production typically cost? expand_more

Corporate video production in New Zealand runs from around NZD $3,000 for a basic single-camera interview up to $30,000 or more for a multi-location brand film. Day rates for professional videographers sit between $800 and $2,500, with editors charging roughly $75 to $150 per hour. Crew size, shoot days, animation, voiceover, and music licensing all push costs up fast. One reviewer noted a producer was priced at the top end of the market, which signals that solo operators and full production houses can differ significantly on price even for similar briefs.

Who owns the video and raw footage once the project is delivered? expand_more

Under the New Zealand Copyright Act 1994, copyright in a finished video stays with the production company by default unless your contract explicitly transfers it to you. Raw footage is almost never included in standard deliverables and is retained by the production company unless you negotiate otherwise before work begins. One reviewer noted raw footage was provided as part of their wedding package, which shows this is something you can ask for, but it needs to be agreed in writing upfront. Music used in the edit also carries its own licensing requirements, and footage cleared for social media may not be licensed for broadcast or commercial use without a separate agreement.

How many rounds of revisions are included before extra charges kick in? expand_more

Most NZ production companies build one to two rounds of structured feedback into their quotes, and reviewers who flagged smooth processes tended to be those who gave clear briefs from the start. One reviewer noted a final product was held up slightly while the producer completed extra editing that was outside the original scope, which shows how scope creep can extend timelines even when both parties are willing. Before signing, confirm in writing how many revision rounds are included, what counts as a revision versus a new creative direction, and what the hourly or flat rate is if you go beyond the agreed rounds.

What are the warning signs of a video production company you shouldn't hire? expand_more

–A quote that lacks itemised line items for shoot days, editing hours, and deliverable formats gives you no way to compare fairly or challenge overruns later.
–Managers who are disorganised at the booking or briefing stage, such as forgetting confirmed pickup times or failing to brief their own staff, signal operational problems that will likely surface mid-project.
–A company that cannot clearly explain who owns the finished video and raw footage, or that avoids putting usage rights in writing, is a significant risk.
–Vague answers about revision rounds, or none specified in the contract, often lead to disputes once editing begins.
–No portfolio of work relevant to your industry or video type makes it very difficult to assess whether their style matches your brief.

What should you ask before hiring a video production company? expand_more

–Ask who retains copyright in the finished video and whether ownership can be transferred to you, and get the answer in the contract not just verbally.
–Confirm whether raw footage is included in the deliverables or retained by the company, and negotiate access upfront if you want it.
–Ask what file formats the final video will be delivered in, and check those formats are compatible with the platforms you plan to use.
–Confirm how many revision rounds are included in the quote, what counts as a revision, and what the cost is if you exceed that number.
–Ask about the timeline from brief to final delivery, including when you will receive drafts and how long feedback windows are.
–Check how music and any on-screen talent are licensed, particularly if you plan to use the video across paid advertising, broadcast, or international markets.

Video Production ranked 6 to 10 in New Zealand

They scored below the top 5 on the same public review record.

6

Onepost Media - Video Production & Lead Generation NZ
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★ 5.0 44 reviews Top5 Score 152 +3

5★ 44
Onepost Media produces product demo videos, explainer videos, training video series, and animated content, with Sam keeping clients updated at each stage and nailing briefs without requiring multiple rounds of revision. Reviewers across different project types point to turnaround speed and first-draft accuracy as the two things that set their experience apart.

Reviews most often describe: Businesses needing fast turnaround on tight or tricky briefs
- ✓ Turned around video projects within tight timeframes across multiple jobs
- ✓ Kept clients updated at every stage throughout the production process
- ✓ Took time to understand the brief before starting, reducing revision rounds
location_on Located in: PD Insurance building Level 14/5 Byron Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland

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Create x Wonder -Video production and photography
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★ 5.0 46 reviews +1 Top5 Score 152 +2

5★ 46
Create x Wonder produces brand videos, 2D animation, B2B documentaries, and multi-location shoots, getting inside a client's business quickly enough to shape compelling stories around genuinely complex subject matter. Grant and the team are noted for putting nervous on-camera subjects at ease and for contributing creative input from the earliest stages rather than waiting to be directed.

Reviews most often describe: Businesses needing brand videos for complex or global audiences
- ✓ Quickly grasps complex businesses and translates them into clear video stories
- ✓ Keeps subjects relaxed and comfortable during filming days
- ✓ Manages remote and multi-location productions without needing client supervision on-site
location_on The B:HIVE - AIA House, 72 Taharoto Road, Takapuna, Auckland

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Grundy Productions
★ 5.0 42 reviews Top5 Score 149

5★ 42
Grundy Productions translates messy or limited briefs into finished video across promotional activations, brand campaigns, recruitment videos, and documentary-style productions rooted in the Hawke's Bay region. Nicky, Kane, and the team are known for staying deep inside a client's project from initial concept through to on-time, on-budget delivery, making nervous on-camera subjects feel comfortable throughout.

Reviews most often describe: Regional brands needing story-led video from concept to delivery
- ✓ Shapes unclear client briefs into a focused, deliverable concept
- ✓ On-camera subjects consistently report feeling at ease during filming
- ✓ Executes within tight timelines and challenging on-location conditions
location_on 97 Main Road, Clive

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Sonna Studios | Event Photo & Video
★ 5.0 32 reviews +3 Top5 Score 149 +4

5★ 32
Sonna Studios covers corporate event video and photography, brand activation shoots, food marketing content, and conference coverage, with Darshil and the team known for staying calm and on-brief across complex, multi-day programmes. A sneak-peek gallery or hero images delivered the same night means clients can post to socials while the event is still live.

Reviews most often describe: Marketing teams needing fast-turnaround event content repeatedly
- ✓ Hero images and galleries turned around the same night or next morning
- ✓ Repeated use across multiple campaigns by the same marketing clients
- ✓ Briefs taken on at short notice without disruption to output quality
location_on 125 Saint Georges Bay Road, Parnell, Auckland

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Black on Black | Event Photographer & Video Production
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★ 5.0 37 reviews Top5 Score 148 +1

5★ 36 4★ 1
Black on Black photographs corporate conferences, awards evenings, and company events, with clients noting that briefs are followed closely while the team still contributes useful suggestions on the day. Edited results come back quickly enough to satisfy clients immediately after the event, and the same clients return year after year across a range of event sizes.

Reviews most often describe: Corporate events needing reliable, repeat-booking photography coverage
- ✓ Edited photos returned quickly enough to satisfy clients same week
- ✓ Follows detailed client briefs while offering suggestions during the event
- ✓ Multiple clients have rebooked for subsequent events over several years
location_on 36 Tyler Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland

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About this ranking

How are the top video production companies in New Zealand chosen? expand_more

This national page is built from our city rankings, so a business appears here only if it already ranks in one of the cities we cover. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out. See how we rank for the full method.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Every category and city is recrawled on a rolling cycle, about once a month. This page was last checked on 15 July 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verifying a business is free. A subscription adds a website link on the card, a public profile page, and competitor and ranking history in the owner's dashboard, none of which affects ranking position. See what a subscription includes.

Why isn't my business listed? expand_more

This national page is built from our city rankings, so a business appears here only if it already ranks in one of the cities we cover. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. At the last update, the smallest review count among the 10 businesses listed here was 32. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.