How Much Does Exhibition Video Production Cost in the UK?

If you’re exhibiting at a UK trade show for the first time, one of the most common questions we hear is simply: how much does this actually cost? It’s a fair question, and unfortunately, many video production companies avoid giving a straight answer, preferring instead to push you towards a bespoke quote after a lengthy discovery call. This guide gives you real, honest numbers so you can budget properly before you even pick up the phone.

Typical UK Videographer Day Rates

Across the UK exhibition and events industry, a single freelance videographer typically charges between £400 and £900 per day, depending on experience, equipment and location. London-based crews tend to sit at the higher end of this range, while regional freelancers outside major cities are often more affordable. A two-person crew, covering both video and photography or adding a dedicated sound recordist, typically costs between £900 and £1,650 for a full day, reflecting the additional expertise and equipment involved.

For larger, more complex exhibition stands requiring a full production crew, including a director of photography, camera operator, sound recordist and producer, day rates can rise to £2,000 or more. This level of coverage is generally reserved for major brand activations or flagship stands at the UK’s largest exhibitions.

What Affects Your Final Exhibition Video Cost

• The size and complexity of your stand, and how much ground the crew needs to cover throughout the day
• Whether you need same-day social media editing, which requires an additional editor working alongside the videographer
• The number of deliverables required, such as a highlight film, multiple social clips, and a full photo gallery
• Travel distance, particularly if you’re booking a London-based crew for a show outside the capital
• Whether you need multi-day coverage across a longer exhibition, which typically reduces the average cost per day

Why Fixed-Price Packages Make Budgeting Easier

Many production companies quote purely on a day rate basis, which can leave you uncertain about what you’re actually getting for your money. At Ehre Productions, we structure our pricing around fixed exhibition packages rather than vague day rates, so you know exactly what’s included before you book. Our Solo Stand Package starts from £695 plus VAT for a half day, covering one videographer, a 60-second highlight reel and two social media clips delivered within 48 hours. Our Content Engine Package, suited to larger stands, starts from £1,450 plus VAT for a full day with two crew members, five same-day social reels and a full photo gallery.

Is Exhibition Video Production Worth the Investment?

When you consider that most exhibitors already spend several thousand pounds on stand design, staffing and logistics for a single show, spending an additional £700 to £1,500 on professional content, which then continues generating value for months afterwards, represents a relatively small proportion of your overall exhibition budget. The alternative, walking away from a show with nothing more than a handful of phone photos, means your investment stops working the moment the doors close.

Get a Clear, Fixed Quote for Your Next Show

Ehre Productions offers fixed-price exhibition packages with no hidden costs, so you can budget with confidence before your next show. Get in touch to discuss which package suits your stand size and content goals.