Let's get it out of the way, #nobullshit: a brand film in Vienna costs between €8,000 and €40,000. The range is wide because "brand film" is like "car": a Fiat and a Ferrari both drive, but they don't cost the same. Below is what really sets your price, with real numbers instead of a teaser offer.
the three price tiers, straight up
We work in three scope tiers. One thing first: the difference is scope, not quality. Every project that leaves our studio is finished to the same standard.
compact
€8,000 – 12,000Focused, efficient, uncompromising on quality. We get the most out of a lean setup: a well thought-out concept, cinematic images, a clean edit. Not "cheap" but smart. Every euro ends up on screen, not in overhead.
business
€12,000 – 25,000More shooting days, several locations, a bigger crew, full colour grading and sound design. The sweet spot for brands that want to stand out and need more than just "solid".
premium / cinematic
from €25,000Anamorphic lenses, actors, elaborate sets, the full-service machine. A film that looks like it was made for the cinema, the way we made it for Nespresso and Stiegl.
These ranges are guide values for productions in and around Vienna. What exactly goes into your film is listed in the quote, line by line.
what really drives the price: the 6 factors
Why does one film cost €8,000 and another €40,000? These six levers decide your budget:
shooting days
The biggest lever. One day or five? Every shooting day means crew, equipment, location and catering. Fewer days doesn't mean worse, it means more focused. We plan so that no day is wasted.
crew
From a compact run-and-gun setup to a full crew with director, camera, lighting, sound and production management. The more ambitious the look, the more hands it takes behind the camera.
equipment
Cinema camera, lens kit, lighting, gimbal, drone. The tools decide the look. An anamorphic lens turns a good image into a cinema image, but it comes at a cost.
locations
A studio, an office, a public space or a booked location with permits? Scouting, rental and filming permits can be a noticeable line item, or close to zero if we shoot at your place.
post-production
This is where the look is made: edit, colour grading, sound design, motion graphics, music licensing. A clean edit is standard. Detailed grading and custom sound design take time, and that's exactly what you see and hear in the finished film.
rights & music
How long, where and how can you use the film? Buyouts, broadcast rights and licensed music affect the price. We make this transparent, so you know what you're getting before we start.
frequently asked questions
How much does a brand film cost in Vienna?
A professional brand film in Vienna costs between €8,000 and €40,000. The price depends on shooting days, crew size, equipment, locations, post-production and usage rights. A focused brand film starts at around €8,000; elaborate cinematic productions are €25,000 and up.
Why is the price range for brand films so wide?
Because a brand film isn't a fixed product, it depends on scope. One shooting day with a compact crew costs far less than a multi-day production with actors, several locations and extensive post-production. Our quality is always high; the price follows the effort.
What's included in the price of a brand film?
With genesisfilms you get the full-service package: concept, script, shoot, edit, colour grading, sound design and the finished formats for all your channels. No hidden costs. You know exactly what you're getting up front.
Do I get social media versions as well as the main film?
Yes. From one shoot we produce the master film plus vertical cutdowns for Reels, TikTok and Stories, so your content is built for every platform your audience uses from the start.
How do I get a quote for my brand film?
Tell us about your project. The first call is free and without obligation. We listen, think it through with you and then send a transparent quote with a clear fixed price.