Brand Packages

We have been running around New Zealand with cameras for a while, and we know most local businesses have absolutely cracking stories to tell. The catch is, these stories don’t get told because video production is complicated with a ton of moving parts and hidden costs.

Our mission is to cut the fluff from the video production and distil down the most important aspects of telling a great story in an organic way. Our approach involves a simple pre-production meeting, documentary on set coverage (leaving room for candid magic), beautiful story-based editing with a high-end colour grade and sound mix to wrap it all up in a bow.

What is our
documentary
process?

1


Story Mining & Planning

We'll dig up all the good stuff about your business - the heritage, culture, and vision that make you stand out from every other company.

2


Production Day - On Set

We capture documentary-style footage that feels authentic and conduct interviews that reveal genuine insights instead of corporate buzzword bingo.

3


Professional Editing

High-end editing, colour grading and sound mixing. Within two to three weeks, you'll get a beautifully crafted film that captures your business story.

4


Additional Photography

Add additional photography to any brand package to complement your film and strengthen your brand aesthetic across the board.

Three Brand Packages
to fit your needs

Brand Film LITE

$5000 + GST

Perfect for the solo operator who's tired of explaining what they do at every BBQ or the large corporate looking to create some internal communications. This is your "prove it to mum" package - one solid interview with you as the star, backed up with gorgeous B-roll that actually shows your work in action. Half a day of filming means we're not disrupting your entire week (because let's face it, you've got a business to run). Great for tradies, consultants, or anyone who needs to look more legit than their iPhone selfie videos suggest.

Brand Film CLASSIC

$8,500 + GST

The sweet spot for businesses that have outgrown the kitchen table but aren't quite corporate overlords yet. We'll capture 2-4 of your key people telling your story - because nothing beats real humans talking about real work. Full day production means we can really dive into what makes you tick, with plenty of B-roll to showcase your team, your space, and your craft. Perfect for when you need something more substantial than a Zoom screen recording for that big pitch.

Brand Film CINE

Starting at $15,000 + GST

For when you've got a story that deserves the full treatment. Whether you're a small business with big ambitions or an established company ready to show some personality, this is about going deeper than surface-level marketing speak. Multiple interviews, two full production days, and enough coverage to make your competitors wonder how you suddenly got so good at this whole video thing. Because sometimes the best stories take time to tell properly.

Frequently asked questions

    • A brand film is a story-led piece that communicates your purpose, values, and personality—not just your features.

    • It builds emotional connection and trust, often living on your homepage, in sales decks, at events, and across social.

    • Ads push an immediate offer; brand films pull people into who you are and why you matter.

  • We follow our Journey to Storytelling Mastery:

    • Discover: Brand immersion, audience, goals, and success metrics.

    • Define: Core message, story arc, creative direction, shot list/script.

    • Pre-Production: Scheduling, locations, casting/talent, logistics, call sheets.

    • Production: On-location or in-studio filming and photography with a lean, efficient crew.

    • Post-Production: Edit, colour, sound, licensed music/VO, retouching, and captions.

    • Activate: Deliverables in platform-ready formats (16:9, 1:1, 9:16) plus guidance for rollout. Typical timelines range from 2–8 weeks depending on scope. Rush options available.

    • Video: A master brand film plus optional cut-downs (e.g., 60/30/15s), vertical/square exports, captions/subtitles, and thumbnail options.

    • Photo: A curated library of hero images, lifestyle, product/details, and team portraits—edited and ready for web and print.

    • Assets: Color grading, licensed music, clean audio, and a consistent visual style aligned to your brand.

    • Add-ons: Raw footage/selects, behind-the-scenes, motion graphics, and versioning for campaigns.

    • You receive usage rights aligned to the agreed scope (web, social, email, paid media, print, internal).

    • We secure model/talent/location releases; music/stock are properly licensed for your channels and duration.

    • Raw files remain with Lumiere Brand Films unless arranged; we can include raw or extended rights as part of your package.

    • Need broadcast, global paid, or long-term campaigns? We’ll tailor licensing to fit.

  • Custom options are available on request and are priced subject to:

    • Concept complexity and length

    • Crew size and equipment

    • Locations, travel, and permits

    • Talent, styling, props, and art direction

    • Post-production (editing, retouching, VFX, motion graphics)

    • Number and types of deliverables We offer clear, line-item proposals and tiered options. Share your goals and budget range, and we’ll recommend the best approach.

    • Goals: What business outcome should the content drive? (e.g., awareness, leads, recruitment)

    • Audience and message: Who are we speaking to, and what do we want them to feel/do?

    • Brand assets: Guidelines, logos, tone of voice, existing content, any must-include messages.

    • People and places: Key stakeholders, on-camera talent, locations, products, and permissions.

    • Practicalities: Availability, timelines, approvals, and any sensitivities. We guide you through on-camera coaching, wardrobe tips, and scheduling. We can also handle scripting, VO, music, captions, and accessibility.