Videographer Invoice Template

A videographer invoice documents video production services including filming hours, equipment usage, video editing, color correction, licensed music, and deliverables for weddings, events, commercials, and corporate videos. Create professional videographer invoices with NetInvoice to bill clients for pre-production, filming, and post-production work.

Why this invoice template matters

Videography projects involve multiple phases and skillsets that customers often don't understand, making detailed invoicing essential for justifying costs. Clients need to see the difference between filming time (2-4 hours) and post-production editing (10-20 hours) that consumes most project time. Detailed invoices separate pre-production planning, filming labor and equipment, editing services, color grading, audio mixing, and revision rounds. Professional documentation shows clients exactly where their money goes in video production and helps manage expectations about revision scope and additional costs. Clear records also protect videographers from scope creep by documenting agreed-upon deliverables, revision limits, and usage rights.

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Example line items

DescriptionQtyUnitUnit PriceTotal
Pre-production planning and location scout4hours$85.00$340.00
On-site filming (wedding ceremony/reception)8hours$150.00$1200.00
Video editing and post-production16hours$95.00$1520.00
Color correction and grading3hours$110.00$330.00
Licensed music track (commercial use)2tracks$75.00$150.00
4K cinema camera package rental1day$350.00$350.00
Gimbal stabilizer rental1day$125.00$125.00
Total:$4015.00

Common invoice notes

  • Package includes 5-7 minute highlight reel and full ceremony edit.
  • One round of revisions included - additional revisions billed hourly.
  • Final delivery: 4K MP4 files via cloud link and USB drive.

How to create this invoice

  1. 1Document project scope: event type, duration, deliverables.
  2. 2List pre-production work: planning, scouting, client meetings.
  3. 3Detail filming time with hourly rate or day rate.
  4. 4Include equipment rentals: cameras, lenses, audio, lighting.
  5. 5Add post-production editing hours at editing rate.
  6. 6Include specialty work: color grading, audio mixing, motion graphics.
  7. 7Specify deliverables and revision rounds included.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do videographers charge?
Videographers charge $100-$200 per hour filming, $75-$150 per hour editing. Day rates: $800-$2,500 depending on experience. Event packages: weddings $2,000-$6,000, corporate videos $1,500-$5,000, commercials $3,000-$15,000+. Factors: experience, equipment, editing complexity, deliverables.
Should videographer invoices separate filming and editing?
Yes, itemize pre-production, filming hours, equipment rentals, editing hours, color grading, and specialty services separately. This transparency shows clients where time is spent - editing typically takes 2-4x longer than filming.
How do videographers charge for equipment?
Bill equipment separately from labor: camera package $200-$500/day, lighting $100-$300/day, audio $75-$200/day, drones $200-$500/day. Include equipment in project quote or itemize. Separate billing shows equipment value and justifies package pricing.
Should videographer invoices include revision limits?
Yes, specify included revisions (typically 1-2 rounds of minor changes). State hourly rate for additional revisions ($75-$150/hour). Clear revision terms prevent scope creep and unpaid editing work. Document revision requests in writing.

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