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Best Video Production in Auckland

We assessed 18 video production companies in Auckland 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 852 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.

Top 5 Video Production in Auckland

The top 5 video production companies in Auckland are Pure Productions, HAPfilm, ODV, KOR Creative, and Onepost Media, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.

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    Pure Productions - Video Production Company Auckland

    ★ 5.0 230 reviews Top5 Score 173 +2
    5★ 225 4★ 4 1★ 1

    Hire them when you need someone to extract genuine performances from nervous or high-profile contributors on a tight deadline. Jamie manages complex on-site shoots with changing schedules and poor audio conditions without slipping timelines or budget.

    Reviews most often describe: Corporate videos, testimonials, and event documentation under time pressure

    • ✓ Draws best performances from hesitant interview subjects
    • ✓ Completes mountain-top and challenging location shoots on budget
    • ✓ Edits footage same-day on extended on-site shoots

    location_on 6/13 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna, Auckland

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  • 2

    HAPfilm : Auckland Weddings and Events Photography , Videography and Live Music / DJ Services - New Zealand

    ★ 5.0 167 reviews Top5 Score 167
    5★ 165 4★ 1 1★ 1

    HAPfilm coordinates full wedding videography across multicultural events, capturing moments from ceremonies through to late-night dance floors in a single package. Arash has drawn specific praise for reading the room during shoots and helping couples communicate with other vendors on the day, which goes beyond camera work.

    Reviews most often describe: Multicultural weddings needing video and full event production

    • ✓ Shoots multicultural weddings with cultural fluency
    • ✓ Patient with unplanned changes during events
    • ✓ Edits event footage into short shareable videos

    location_on 2/354 Great South Road, Ōpaheke, Auckland

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  • 3

    ODV | Video Production NZ

    ★ 5.0 147 reviews Top5 Score 165
    5★ 144 4★ 3

    ODV | Video Production NZ turns brand briefs into videos that clients say will have real-world impact, including safety campaigns built around specific messaging goals. Their crew actively incorporates client feedback during production rather than after, which means the final cut reflects what you actually asked for.

    Reviews most often describe: Businesses needing explainer or brand story videos

    • ✓ Actively incorporates feedback during filming
    • ✓ Fast turnaround on final edit
    • ✓ Non-intrusive on-location crew

    location_on 6 Mantra Road, Massey, Auckland

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  • 4

    KOR Creative - Auckland Video Production Company

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    ★ 5.0 79 reviews Top5 Score 161 +4
    5★ 78 4★ 1

    Hire them if you're filming for the first time or need to capture a complex multi-speaker corporate event, as they guide nervous clients through the process and handle technical challenges like background noise most wouldn't catch. Steve works through multiple takes and revisions without friction, and includes script support upfront if you're uncertain about your message.

    Reviews most often describe: First-time video creators and corporate event recording

    • ✓ Catches unwanted background noise during filming
    • ✓ Accommodates extensive revision requests after shooting
    • ✓ Offers script support before production starts

    location_on 158 Wainui Road, Silverdale

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  • 5

    Onepost Media - Video Production & Lead Generation NZ

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    ★ 5.0 44 reviews Top5 Score 154 +4
    5★ 44

    Hire them when you need a finished video quickly without sacrificing clarity or accuracy, especially if your brief is complex. Sam turns tight turnarounds and tricky jobs into polished results, with responsiveness to feedback at each stage rather than long approval cycles.

    Reviews most often describe: Businesses needing video fast, tight deadlines

    • ✓ Responds to questions quickly
    • ✓ Delivers brief-specific videos first time
    • ✓ Handles tight timeframes without quality drop

    location_on Located in: PD Insurance building Level 14/5 Byron Avenue, Takapuna, Auckland

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Before you hire a video production company in Auckland

Drawn from 140 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.

What does video production typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more

Corporate video production in New Zealand runs from around NZD $3,000 to $30,000 for a finished product. A basic single-camera talking head or interview video sits at the lower end, while brand films with multiple locations, motion graphics, and colour grading push toward the top. Day rates for professional videographers run between $800 and $2,500, with editors charging roughly $75 to $150 per hour. Solo operators cost less than full production companies, but crew size, shoot days, animation, voiceover, and music licensing all add up fast.

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

Under the New Zealand Copyright Act 1994, copyright in a commissioned 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 usually retained by the producer, so you need to negotiate access to it as a specific contract term before work starts. If you later want to repurpose the content for a new campaign or license it to a third party, you will need written permission from whoever holds the rights. Ask upfront about usage rights, how long those rights last, music licensing for different platforms, and whether talent release forms are the client's or the producer's responsibility to obtain.

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

Most Auckland video production contracts include two to three rounds of revisions in the base price, with additional rounds charged at an hourly rate that can range from $75 to $150 or more. One reviewer noted that extra editing work was done beyond the original scope without a clear upfront agreement, which created ambiguity about final costs. The safest approach is to define in writing what counts as a revision, what constitutes a new direction, and what the hourly rate will be if you exceed the agreed rounds before the project starts.

What are the warning signs of a video production company you shouldn't hire? expand_more
  • –A quote that lists a total price without breaking down shoot days, editing hours, revision rounds, or deliverable formats gives you no basis for comparison or dispute resolution.
  • –Failure to confirm who owns the raw footage and final files before work starts is a red flag that can leave you with no access to your own content after delivery.
  • –Poor communication at the booking or pre-production stage, such as a producer who forgot a confirmed booking entirely, is a reliable signal of how the rest of the project will be managed.
  • –Aggressive or dismissive responses to reasonable client concerns during the early stages of engagement suggest the working relationship will be difficult under pressure.
  • –No written agreement covering revision rounds, file formats, and usage rights means any dispute after delivery will be hard to resolve in your favour.
What should you ask before hiring a video production company? expand_more
  • –Who owns the copyright in the finished video, and will that ownership be transferred to you in writing at the point of delivery?
  • –Does raw footage stay with the production company, or can you negotiate access to it, and at what cost?
  • –How many rounds of revisions are included in the quoted price, what counts as a revision versus a new creative direction, and what is the hourly rate if you go over?
  • –What file formats will the final deliverables be provided in, and are those formats suitable for web, social, and broadcast use without additional conversion?
  • –What is the confirmed timeline from brief to final delivery, and what happens to that timeline if your feedback is delayed?
  • –Who is responsible for clearing music licensing and obtaining talent release forms, and do those clearances cover the platforms and geographies where you plan to use the video?

Video Production ranked 6 to 10 in Auckland

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

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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

    Hire them when your product or service is difficult to convey and you need the team to grasp your business quickly without lengthy briefing cycles. Grant works with clients from concept through final delivery, collaborating on creative direction rather than just executing a brief.

    Reviews most often describe: Businesses explaining complex products to global audiences

    • ✓ Grasps complex offerings without lengthy explanation
    • ✓ Navigates remote production across timezones smoothly
    • ✓ Handles 2D animation and brand videos equally

    location_on The B:HIVE - AIA House, 72 Taharoto Road, Takapuna, Auckland

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  • 7

    Black on Black | Event Photographer & Video Production

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    ★ 5.0 37 reviews Top5 Score 149 +2
    5★ 36 4★ 1

    Hire them for large corporate events where capturing all key moments and delivering edited images within days matters more than weeks. Repeat clients over 8 years span suggest they manage event logistics well and adjust on brief while maintaining output speed.

    Reviews most often describe: Corporate events and conferences needing fast photo turnaround

    • ✓ Edited photos delivered within days
    • ✓ Follows client brief then suggests improvements
    • ✓ Works across multi-day events and interstate travel

    location_on 36 Tyler Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland

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  • 8

    Ice Digital Media

    ★ 5.0 40 reviews Top5 Score 148
    5★ 40

    Ice Digital Media turns around branded video content for businesses across retail, real estate, dental, and corporate sectors with fast edit cycles and clear communication at each stage. Reviewers across multiple industries note that feedback and minor change requests are handled without friction, and at least one client received complimentary video work as part of a community giveback programme.

    Reviews most often describe: Businesses and brands needing social media video content

    • ✓ Quick turnaround on edits
    • ✓ Minor revisions handled without fuss
    • ✓ Last-minute bookings accepted

    location_on 26 Carrygawley Road, Ormiston, Auckland

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  • 9

    Sonna Studios | Event Photo & Video

    ↓ 3
    ★ 5.0 32 reviews +3 Top5 Score 147 +3
    5★ 32

    Hire them for events where you need edited, shareable content within 24 hours rather than weeks later. Their consistent next-morning gallery delivery for conferences and multi-day programmes sets them apart from slower turnaround operators.

    Reviews most often describe: Multi-day events needing fast turnaround social content

    • ✓ Next-morning sneak peek galleries for events
    • ✓ Unobtrusive coverage of keynote speakers
    • ✓ Fast food and hospitality marketing edits

    location_on 125 Saint Georges Bay Road, Parnell, Auckland

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  • 10

    Stray Path Video Productions

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    ★ 5.0 30 reviews +1 Top5 Score 145
    5★ 29 4★ 1

    Hire them if you need someone who listens to your vision first, then shapes footage around your story rather than imposing a template. Connor's strength is making clients feel heard during shoots and responsive to feedback after, which matters when you're translating a personal or artistic concept into video form.

    Reviews most often describe: Personal projects and creative briefs requiring collaborative direction

    • ✓ Sits down to understand your story before filming
    • ✓ Responds to direction during shoot and after editing
    • ✓ Makes subjects comfortable on camera for authentic footage

    location_on 17C Lavery Place, Sunnynook, Auckland

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About this ranking

How are the top video production companies in Auckland chosen? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for video production companies in Auckland. 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

We build this page from Google Maps results for video production companies in Auckland. 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 30. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.