44 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Production Company in 2024
Written by Matt Donaruma
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1. "Can you provide examples of your previous work, especially projects that are similar to ours? Additionally, do you have specific experience in our industry or with products like ours?"
2. "In selecting a director for our project, what is your process? What types of directors are available through your services?"
3. "Has your organization or any directors associated with your projects been honored with any awards or recognitions within your industry?"
4. "Can you offer references or feedback from previous clients, particularly those who had projects of a similar scale to ours?"
5. "How much creative input does your team typically contribute? Is there room for collaboration on the concept, or is it expected that we will fully develop it?"
6. "What level of participation do you expect from us, the client, during the production process?"
7. "How do you ensure that the content you produce adheres to our brand's guidelines and maintains the desired tone?"
8. "Do you offer consulting on content strategy to ensure the production aligns with our broader marketing objectives?"
9. "Can you detail your capabilities regarding sound stages and virtual production? Also, what is your capacity for shooting on location, both in our country and abroad?"
10. "What kinds of technology and equipment, such as cameras, lighting, and sound systems, do you have available for our project? Are these technologies current?"
11. "What approach do you take for casting talent? Do you have an internal casting team, or do you collaborate with external agencies?"
12. "How do you go about finding and securing specialized vendors or unique filming locations as needed for a project?"
13. "Do your production methods include any environmentally friendly or sustainable practices?"
14. "For projects requiring specialized equipment or techniques like underwater or aerial drone filming, how do you manage and source these?"
As advertising and digital experience nerds, we’re a group of rebel storytellers, tech wizards, digital artists, and award-winning filmmakers who’ve joined forces to help you thrive in the new age of content and experiences.
Founded in 2014, our advertising and digital experience production company sports an in-house team and network of directors who produce national TV commercials, social video, animation, AR / VR, virtual production, and interactive experiences that engage audiences across every marketing channel.
Our clients include Google, Zillow, Amazon, Wegmans, and other household brands, venture-backed startups, and global agencies.
Official Snap Lens Creator Partner, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) virtual production partner, Synapse Virtual Production partner, and Unreal Engine Fellowship Mentors.
