Bring your creative visions to life with the 5 best videographers on the Gold Coast
There’s a saying that some things look better behind a screen than in real life. With just a few camera crew members, everything can look cinematic!
For a bustling city with scenic locations like the Gold Coast, it’s no wonder many videographers and video production companies offer their services here. You can be sure there’s one ready to take on the task of bringing your creative visions to life and sprinkle some of their magic too!
Since there’s an abundance of great choices, it can feel overwhelming to pick the best one that suits your preferences and purpose. But that’s what we’re here for—to help you narrow it down!
We went around the city to determine the best video producers and videographers on the Gold Coast to satisfy any and every request. Here’s what we found.
How much does it cost to hire a videographer on the Gold Coast?
It costs around $100 to $300 per hour and up to $2,500 for half a day to hire a videographer on the Gold Coast. The final cost, however, depends on the shooting location, equipment, and additional post-shoot editing.
1. Sunny Day Films Wedding Videographer
Location: 27 Jennifer Ave, Runaway Bay
Contact: 0424 792 691
Hours: Open 24 hours
Despite usually being a one-man team, Sunny Day Films made it to our list because of its quality of service and professionalism.
Head videographer Simao particularly impressed us with his ability to adapt to most situations and weather conditions. This is particularly valuable because weddings tend to be unpredictable and can involve changing environments.
Beyond his adaptability skills, Simao is amazing at capturing subtle emotions—such as a burst of laughter or a small smile—to elevate the mood of the wedding video. His work consistently captures the best moments of the wedding and translates them beautifully onto the screen.
He also employs various shooting styles depending on the client’s requests and the results speak for themselves. From the black-and-white ‘60s flicks to the grainy retro ‘80s filter, Simao and his team can replicate almost anything.
Due to its renowned expertise, booking Sunny Day Films’ services might be difficult, especially during the latter half of the year when most wedding events are usually held.
However, if you’re lucky enough to snag a day from Simao, a final product equal to a romantic movie can be guaranteed.
Professional and elegant
“We were so happy with Simao from Sunny Day Films. His shooting/editing style is like no other.
It is so elegant while capturing the essence of the day perfectly. Simao did a great job being a fly on the wall – we didn’t even realize he was there half the time yet captured all the important moments.”
– Charley Wignall, Google Review
Exceptional videography
“As a wedding photographer, I’m often asked for videographer recommendations, and Sunny Day Films is always at the top of my list.
Simao’s attention to detail, communication, and warm interaction with couples are outstanding. He goes above and beyond to capture the essence of each wedding, making every moment truly special.”
– Alister Randell, Google Review
2. The Edit Suite
Location: 3/91 W Burleigh Rd, Burleigh Heads
Contact: [email protected], 07 5520 6468
Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Of course, Gold Coast’s videographers offer other video production services besides wedding shoots. One standout is The Edit Suite.
Specializing in promotional and marketing content, The Edit Suite offers clients various video and photo packages for their businesses.
We particularly liked its video production packages for TV commercials, brand stories, and tourism. Using drones and creative landscape shots to elevate the city’s beauty helped create an experience unique to the Gold Coast.
The company also provides photoshoots and live-streaming services for magazines, products, and sporting events.
Its range and quality of service helped it partner with several renowned brands in Australia and beyond, including Uber, Uber Eats, and the World Surf League.
Beyond reputation and prestige, The Edit Suite provides a commendable and professional service to its clients.
Its videographers prioritize a client-first approach. This ensures they’re kept updated throughout the process.
Plus, all requests and suggestions are answered immediately.
However, businesses and commercial brands would benefit more from The Edit Suite’s services than individual clients.
Unlike other videographers, the company’s services are often intended for long-term projects. As a result, they can easily rack expenses due to the equipment and manpower needed per shoot.
If money is not a problem, hiring The Edit Suite can ensure industry-standard photography and video production for almost every purpose.
Consistent high-quality work
“We’ve worked with The Edit Suite for many years now and are always impressed by their high quality of work across video & photo and ease [of] work across projects.”
– Gold Coast Airport Analytics, Google Review
Absolute pleasure
“After working with The Edit Suite over a few months to produce over 25 videos, the team was all too accommodating to take on our vision and produce fantastic videos that showcase our education sector on the Gold Coast across a wide range of digital marketing channels.
The team were exceptional with their response times, and were all too happy to work with us on our editing requests.”
– Juliet Bell, Google Review
3. Motion Art Wedding Films
Location: Robina, Gold Coast
Contact: [email protected], +61 410 105 319
Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
If you’re planning to hire a videographer that offers enough legroom and accommodations, then Motion Art Wedding Films would be a great choice.
With over 700 wedding ceremonies attended, Motion Art founder Geoff has filmed almost every type of wedding videography in the industry.
To further showcase his expertise, the company offers custom video packages to suit the wedding theme and venue. Most custom requests are abroad trips, usually in New Zealand or the US, to film the ceremony in breathtaking scenes.
If that’s not enough proof, Geoff’s years of experience as a news cameraman on FOX and ABC News in New York is a testament to his skills.
We were amazed at how much careful planning Geoff and his team gave throughout the shooting process. According to previous clients, Geoff always outlined how the videographers would operate during the wedding to minimize disruption to the couples and attendants.
The videographers also coordinate with the wedding photographer, in case clients hire a different company, to maintain a similar theme and mood in videos and photos.
Of course, the professional level of service doesn’t stop during the shooting day.
Motion Art has been stellar in keeping its clients updated during the editing phase. It even provides video clips ahead of the full footage for feedback and changes.
Sure, the packages are a bit pricier than usual, but the final product speaks for all the effort and time spent capturing the best moments of the wedding.
Approachable and accommodating
“Geoff was an excellent choice as our wedding videographer. [He has] a very likable character, a great sense of humor[,] and [is] professional.
Geoff worked incredibly well with our photographer and brought the goods with our final product which we couldn’t be happier with. Geoff matched the energy we asked for perfectly with our wedding video. Even post-event Geoff was approachable and accommodating to our questions and requests.”
– Ashleigh Jenkins, Google Review
They made us feel at ease and valued
“Geoff from Motion Art was an outstanding videographer for our wedding. His warm demeanor and professional approach made us feel at ease and truly valued. He captured every detail with skills, and we’ve come away with amazing memories and a new friend.”
– Owain Kennair, Google Review
4. Coops Creative Studio
Location: Suite 12/41 Price St, Nerang
Contact: [email protected], 0414 573 123
Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Coops stood out to us for the amazing video quality for location shots, perfect for venue previews and site tours. It comes as no surprise the company is often hired by real estate and development firms for property listings.
Aside from location shoots, Coops offers businesses a better online presence with its social media marketing and brand recognition service.
Our team was especially impressed with the company’s expertise in digital impact, consulting clients on ways to improve online engagements and recognition across online platforms.
The company even used social media metric tools to optimize marketing campaign strategies and reach more target audiences.
Due to high demands, clients may find it hard to request shoot reschedules or any last-minute adjustments. Most Coops videographers and photographers handle multiple projects at a time and can’t easily commit to sudden date and location changes.
Another gripe many previous clients mentioned was the communication inconsistencies during the shoot’s planning phase. Clients reported having difficulties contacting videographers to finalize the shoot’s schedules and locations.
However, these problems were usually gone during the post-shoot and editing process.
Oftentimes, clients can easily reach the company’s customer service to switch their videographers or confirm a final schedule to resolve further conflicts.
A few flaws aside, Coops Creative Studio remains a great option for local businesses looking to expand brand recognition on online platforms.
Consistently surprised us with amazing content
“We’ve loved working with Coops Creative over the past 6 months! Their videos have significantly boosted our social media presence.
They make the process so easy, most of the time we don’t have a clear vision of what we want, and they still consistently surprise us with amazing content.”
– Rocket Building Approvals, Google Review
Talented, professional, and innovative
“I am beyond thrilled with my experience at Coop’s Creative! From the moment I reached out, the team has been amazing. Their creativity, attention to detail, and dedication to high-quality work have exceeded my expectations.
The communication throughout the process was seamless, and they truly went above and beyond to bring my vision to life. I couldn’t be happier with the results and the overall experience.”
– Emma Ingeborg Sundin, Google Review
5. Wild Creative Media
Location: Gold Coast and Brisbane
Contact: [email protected], +61 410 691 782
Hours: Open 24 hours
Wild Creative Media has been on our watchlist for quite some time now because of its name often popping up during wedding receptions.
Its costs might be higher than usual, but the staff’s professionalism and the final product speak to the quality of service clients receive.
Head videographer Adam particularly fascinated us with his masterful skills in video production and camera angles, all intended to capture intimate moments of the couple without getting in the way.
Adam and the team could often be seen asking the couples for any particular shot request while avoiding disturbing other guests and the wedding schedule.
It comes as no surprise the company is often commissioned by the same couples for post-wedding shoots. This includes baby reveal parties, anniversaries, and birthdays.
Even better, the company offers a special add-on package to tease the video’s launch on social media, ensuring that all friends and family have the chance to see your special day.
Although the final output can take some days, clients can already have video sneak peeks as part of the company’s commitment to remain in contact with its clients.
Exceeded expectations
“Wild exceeded my expectations completely. By [night’s end], it felt like Adam and Andy were friends at our wedding. They had an amazing way of making us all feel relaxed and enjoy taking photos.
They were open to asking if we had anything in particular mind and used their professional judgment to get the shots. They understood we didn’t want our wedding solely about the photos and made it enjoyable!”
– Ellen Vidler, Google Review
Simply the best
“Adam and the team at Wild Creative Media are simply the best. From their fab banter to their amazing photography skills, they were hands down our favorite vendor. Our only brief was raw, candid, and natural moments, but they nailed it. They helped make our day run [smoothly] and were patient with our young boys, including surprising them with presents.”
– Chiara Gerard, Google Review