Corporate Film Production Cost in Dubai
A corporate film is a handshake that scales. It introduces your company, your project, or your vision to an audience that may never meet you in person. The cost of that handshake in Dubai depends on craft, not just gear.
Pre-Production Costs That Set the Foundation
Pre-production is the planning phase, and it is where money is saved or wasted. Scriptwriting for a corporate film can range from 2,000 to 8,000 AED depending on complexity. Storyboarding adds 1,500 to 4,000 AED. Filming permits through the Dubai Film and TV Commission typically run 500 to 2,000 AED. Under-budgeting pre-production is the most common mistake.
The Shoot Day: Crew, Equipment, and Locations
A small crew for a simple interview setup might consist of a director, a cinematographer, and a sound recordist, with day rates ranging from 2,500 to 5,000 AED per person. A larger production with a full crew can run 15,000 to 30,000 AED per day in crew costs alone. Equipment packages add 3,000 to 8,000 AED per day, with lighting and grip adding 2,000 to 6,000 AED.
Post-Production: Editing, Color, and Sound Design
A basic edit of a two-minute corporate film might cost 5,000 to 12,000 AED. Professional color grading adds 3,000 to 8,000 AED. Sound design and mixing add 2,000 to 6,000 AED. Licensed music tracks cost 200 to 1,500 AED.
Drone and Aerial Cinematography in Dubai
Licensed drone operators in the UAE charge 2,500 to 6,000 AED per shoot day. Permissions are strict. Flights near airports, government buildings, and certain residential zones require advance approvals from the General Civil Aviation Authority. We handle the permit process entirely, but it adds lead time.
Real Budget Ranges for UAE Corporate Films
Realistic budgets start around 25,000 AED for a simple interview-driven piece. A polished brand film with multiple shoot days, drone cinematography, and high-end post typically runs 60,000 to 150,000 AED. Large-scale project documentaries can exceed 250,000 AED. Amortized over the asset’s lifespan, the per-view cost drops to pennies.