videographer.com · Chicago · 2026 cost guide
How much does a brand film in Chicago cost?
A brand film in Chicago typically runs $800 – $3,000 in 2026 — set by coverage hours, cameras, and edit depth.
Chicago is a higher-cost market — rates run about 15% above the national baseline.
by coverage
By hours of coverage in Chicago
| Coverage | Typical range |
|---|---|
| 3 hours coverage | $800 – $2,175 |
| 5 hours coverage | $1,275 – $2,650 |
| 8 hours coverage | $1,600 – $3,000 |
Low = raw footage. High = fully edited with color grade. Rates reflect the Chicago market.
add-ons
Common add-ons
| Aerial / drone | +$300–$700 |
| Live stream | +$700–$1,400 |
| Same-day teaser | +$500–$900 |
| Captions / subtitles | +$100–$250 |
deliverables
What you typically get
- Hero film (60–90s)
- Social cutdowns
- Licensed music + color
Typical turnaround: 2–4 weeks.
in this market
Listings in Chicago
1 listing in Chicago on Videographer.net.
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