Question 1

How much does a videographer cost in Pittsburgh?

Accepted Answer

Expect roughly $1,750 – $2,300 for a half-day, single-camera setup; expand to a three-day commercial with an ICG DP, IATSE Local 489 crew, Inspire 3 drone work, and HDR color polish and you’re looking at $18 K – $22 K. Line-item extras—like permit fees through the Pittsburgh Film Office or PennDOT lane-closure costs—are passed through at cost so you see exactly where every dollar goes.

Question 2

What types of videos do your Pittsburgh crews film most often?

Accepted Answer

Most weeks we’re filming R&D explainers and investor updates inside Carnegie Mellon University robotics labs, patient-story spots for UPMC, and gritty industrial B-roll along the banks of the Monongahela River. Throw in same-day social reels from Strip District markets and you’ve got our typical Pittsburgh roster.

Question 3

How far in advance should I book?

Accepted Answer

For weekday shoots, 2–3 weeks’ notice usually secures crew and permits. Prime dates, large crews, or public locations may require 4–6 weeks. Last-minute shoots (under 72 hours) are sometimes possible, depending on availability—especially for small crews or interior locations.

Question 4

Can you handle filming permits?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We coordinate permits through Pittsburgh Office of Film & Event Management Eproval and manage insurance certificates, location approvals, and required city services when filming in public spaces, parks, or high-traffic areas.

Question 5

Do you work in all Pittsburgh boroughs?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely—we cover all 90 city neighborhoods and the nearby boroughs across Allegheny County. Whether you’re setting up in Lawrenceville, grabbing sunrise gear on the South Side Slopes, or filming interviews on the North Side, we’ve already handled the permit paperwork, narrow-street truck parking, and bridge-timed load-in windows.

Beverly Boy Productions - Pittsburgh Video Production Company

About Beverly Boy Productions - Pittsburgh Video Production Company