Search television production company directories

There are television production company directories that are very easy to search, and some can be searched by location or specialty. There are video and TV production companies that specialize in cable TV production, or you may find a independent television production company would best suit your needs. You can even get online quotes on some of the websites of media production companies.

I recommend: Search ProductionHub.com, which features TV production companies in major areas like New York and Los Angeles. Backstage.com has fewer television companies for commercials, but is more localized. Search Craigslist.com as well for freelancers, but be sure to screen them well.  

Prepare a contract that highlights your needs before beginning production

Include essential information like date of completion, cost specifications and approval of all changes.

I recommend: Find sample contracts and release forms for television productions at VidPro.com. Download legal forms for a small fee at Thomson West Legal EForms.

Look critically at previous work done by television production companies

Two things in particular that need attention are audio quality of the production company and editing ability. Cheap special effects or low sound can ruin an advertisement and reflect poorly on your business.

I recommend: Have a look at some examples of quality editing work at Marcus Productions and sound design at Futurity.

Try an Internet-based T.V. production company

An Internet-based custom-made commercial is low-cost and well made. It allows you to choose custom settings from hundreds of stock images and sounds to create your own commercial and negotiate airtime on local cable stations. Prices start as low as five hundred dollars.

I recommend: Visit SpotRunner.com to begin viewing options organized according to industry. Also try MPowerMedia.