How to Choose the Right Video Production Company in Perth

Whether you’re looking to partner with a Perth-based video production company for a long-term engagement or a one-off project, these 8 tips will help you find the right creative partner for your needs.

1. Don’t Just Watch a Reel

Reels are a highlight reel—literally. They’re designed to impress, but they don’t always show the full picture. Instead of relying on a flashy edit, take time to watch full-length case studies, interviews, or brand films on the company’s portfolio page. Look for consistency, pacing, and whether they can hold attention throughout an entire video. This is a better indicator of their real-world quality and style fit for your brand.

2. Review Their Website and Specialisations

Head to their ‘About Us’ or Services pages and look closely at what they specialise in. Be cautious of companies that claim to “specialise in everything.” At Alucinor, we focus heavily on documentary-style branded content, social impact stories, and cinematic corporate films—because that’s where we do our best work. Some production companies may excel in events, others in animation or training videos. Knowing their strengths helps you find the right fit.

Corporate video interview Perth City

3. Speak to Their Clients

Good video production isn’t just about the final product—it’s also about the experience of working together. Reach out to past clients to learn about communication, reliability, budget transparency, and delivery timelines. The best way to gauge a producer’s professionalism is by hearing from those who’ve already trusted them.

4. Meet the People

This is a people business. Whether it’s a pre-production meeting in Perth or a Zoom call from over east, sit down and have a real conversation. Are they listening? Asking thoughtful questions? Do they feel like a team you’d want to work with under pressure? You’ll spend a lot of time communicating with your production team—choose people who make that easy, not stressful.

5. Get Project Milestones in Writing

Set clear expectations upfront. Your quote or contract should include dates for pre-production, shoot days, first draft delivery, review windows, and final delivery. A detailed production timeline not only keeps things on track, it gives you peace of mind.

6. Assess Their Capacity and Flexibility

Some shoots shift—due to weather, talent, access, or internal approvals. If you’re producing in Perth or regional WA, ask if the crew can accommodate flexibility in shoot dates (eg blocking out backup shoot days should a storm pass through) or delivery timeframes. Most video producers will have periods when the month or two ahead is booked up, as well as periods where they have much more flexibility in their schedule. Alucinor has three full-time team members and scales up with a trusted network of contractors (additional shooters, soundos, gaffers etc) based on project needs. Whether you need to pivot or expand, we plan for it.

Shane behind the Canon Cinema Cameras

7. Make Sure They’re Technically Equipped

Gear doesn’t matter as much as it used to—but it still matters. If you’re doing VFX, green screen, or heavy grading, RAW formats are ideal with 10-bit 422 codecs being the bare minimum. Also, colour calibrated displays for a professional (accurate) colour grade of your videos. At Alucinor, our core cameras include the Canon C400, C80, C70, R5C, and Arri Alexa Classic—each matched to the needs of the job. If your seeking out a one stop shop crew for a Perth based shoot you can learn more about what’s in our kit on our freelance videography crew page.

8. Request an Itemised Quote

A clear, line-by-line quote gives you visibility and control. It shows you where the budget is going—crew, gear, post-production, travel, or contingency—and helps identify where scope can flex if needed. It also ensures you’re only paying for what’s actually used.

Post Production at Alucinor HQ Colour Grading

Choosing a Perth Video Production Company

Perth is home to a range of talented video producers—from fast-turnaround social media specialists to large-scale commercial crews. The key is finding the team that fits your project, your brand, and your working style. If you’re looking for a video production company in Perth that focuses on story-driven, people-first content—consider getting in touch with Alucinor. Let’s build something impactful together.