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Who is Miceli Productions a good fit for?

Miceli Productions is a good fit if you need a professional video production company or commercial photography studio and you are:

  • A marketing director, communications lead, or business owner
  • In advanced manufacturing, healthcare, industrial, technology, corporate, or finance
  • Looking for high quality corporate video and brand photography that supports sales, recruiting, and marketing

You get the most value when you want a strategic video partner, not just a camera crew.

What types of video and photography projects do you specialize in?

We specialize in corporate video production and commercial photography that explain complex businesses and processes, including:

  • Brand and company overview videos
  • Executive interviews and subject matter expert videos
  • Mini-documentaries about your company, people, and processes
  • Product launch videos, demos, and sales enablement videos
  • Manufacturing videos and industrial video production, including clean rooms and critical environments
  • Corporate photography, including headshots, team portraits, and facility photography

If you need B2B video content that tells your story clearly and professionally, we are a strong fit.

What is your typical video production budget?

Most video production projects and photo projects fall in these ranges:

  • Small projects: $1,500 to $3,000
  • Core project range: $3,000 to $15,000
  • Ideal first engagement: around $15,000 for a multi-video project

Every project is quoted individually based on:

  • Number of filming days
  • Complexity of locations and logistics
  • Editing, motion graphics, and animation needs
  • Number of final videos and photo deliverables

We can recommend a scope that fits your goals and budget.

Do you offer ongoing content or video retainer packages?

Yes. Many clients choose video production retainers so they can plan content for the quarter or year.

Typical retainer structures include:

  • Monthly or quarterly filming days
  • A set number of edited videos and still images
  • Priority scheduling and a consistent creative team
  • Cost efficiencies compared to one-off projects or building an in-house team

We can design a custom video and photography retainer that matches your content calendar.

How far in advance should we book a video shoot?

Our busiest seasons are:

  • January through March
  • September through October

If you are targeting those windows, reach out 6 to 8 weeks in advance. For other times of year, 4 to 6 weeks is usually enough.

If you have a rush project, contact us. If our schedule allows, we will do our best to accommodate your timeline.

How long does a typical video production project take?

Approximate timelines:

  • New clients: 6 to 12 weeks from kickoff to final delivery
  • Existing clients: 2 to 3 weeks, depending on scope

Timeline depends on:

  • How quickly we align on creative direction
  • Scheduling for filming days
  • Number of videos, photos, and revision rounds

We outline milestones and deadlines in your proposal so you know what to expect.

What does your video production process look like?

Our corporate video production process is collaborative and transparent:

  1. Discovery and strategy We learn about your business, audience, and goals, then define success for your video content.
  2. Planning and pre-production We handle schedules, shot lists, scripts or outlines, locations, and logistics.
  3. Production (filming and photography) Our crew manages lighting, audio, camera, and on-site direction so your team can focus on content.
  4. Post-production Editing, color correction, sound mix, and motion graphics as needed, aligned with your brand.
  5. Review and revisions You review previews, share feedback, and we refine.
  6. Final delivery We deliver video and photo files in the formats you need for web, social, internal use, or broadcast.

How many rounds of revisions are included?

Our standard video editing and photo editing scope includes:

  • 2 rounds of revisions
  • Final output after your approval

If you expect more review cycles, we can build additional revisions into the project scope.

What geographic areas do you serve?

Miceli Productions is a Connecticut video production company that regularly serves:

  • Connecticut
  • Massachusetts
  • New York

We also travel across the United States and internationally, including Europe, Asia, and South America. For larger or multi-location projects, we combine our core team with trusted local crew to manage budget and logistics.

Can you work in operating rooms, clean rooms, and other specialized environments?

Yes. We have extensive experience in healthcare video production, medical video, and manufacturing video in:

  • Operating rooms and medical environments
  • Clean rooms and controlled manufacturing spaces
  • High security and critical technology facilities

Our team is trained in sterile and clean techniques, safety protocols, and confidentiality. We coordinate with your internal teams to meet all compliance and safety requirements.

What kind of video and photography equipment do you use?

Yes. We have extensive experience in healthcare video production, medical video, and manufacturing video in:

We use professional cinema cameras and commercial photography gear suitable for broadcast-quality and high-end corporate work, including:

  • Sony cinema cameras and mirrorless camera systems
  • Multi-camera live production and streaming setups
  • Professional lighting, audio, and grip equipment

We bring the right tools for your project so you get high production value without unnecessary complexity.

How do you handle data security and backups?

Data security is critical for our medical, manufacturing, and corporate clients. Our workflow includes:

  • Daily backup to on-site RAID6 servers
  • Nightly backup to off-site servers
  • Standard 5-year data retention for project files

If you have specific IT, security, or compliance requirements, we can align our process with your policies.

Who owns the final videos and photos?

Our contracts provide you with:

  • Unlimited, unrestricted rights to use the final videos and photos

You can use your content on your website, social media, internal communications, presentations, trade shows, and other channels. If you have unique licensing needs, we can address those in your proposal.

What is your payment and cancellation policy?

Standard terms:

  • 50 percent deposit to secure shoot dates and begin pre-production
  • Remaining balance due according to the project schedule

For cancellations:

  • The 50 percent deposit is non-refundable if the project is canceled
  • Rescheduling is usually possible with reasonable notice
  • Cancellations within 48 hours of a shoot date may incur additional fees

Weather and other uncontrollable factors are handled case by case, with a focus on fairness.

Can you help us decide what kind of video or content we need?

Yes. Many clients come to us with a goal, not a finished brief. We can help you:

  • Clarify your audience and business objectives
  • Decide which video formats and photo assets will support those goals
  • Prioritize content if you have multiple ideas and a fixed budget
  • Build a roadmap for ongoing video content, not just a single project

We act as a creative and strategic partner, not just a vendor.

Do you provide training for in-house video teams?

Yes. We offer video production training for organizations that want to build internal capabilities, including:

  • Gear selection and setup
  • Shooting fundamentals, lighting, and audio
  • Editing workflows and content strategy for marketing and communications teams

Training can be customized for marketing, communications, or education-focused teams.

How do we get started with Miceli Productions?

To start a video production project or commercial photography project with Miceli Productions, reach out with:

  • A brief description of your project or challenge
  • Any timelines or deadlines
  • An approximate budget range, if you have one

We will schedule a conversation, share initial ideas, and outline possible approaches. From there, we provide a clear proposal with scope, timeline, and investment.

With over 20 years of experience, we help simplify video production so you can create the content you need without the stress.

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