Hire a Camera Crew in Austin
To hire a camera crew in Austin, compare the 17 local production companies, camera operators and drone teams listed below and contact them directly. Nine are full camera and production crews, and eight are wedding, real estate or aerial specialists. ProductionHelp charges no booking fee. None of these listings publish rates, so ask a few of them for quotes.
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- Vendors listed: 17 (9 camera and production crews, 8 wedding, real estate and drone specialists)
- Areas covered: Downtown, South Congress, East Austin, South Austin, the Domain, Round Rock, Georgetown and Central Texas suburbs
- Common jobs: commercials, corporate and brand video, industrial films, SXSW and conference coverage, livestreams, weddings, real estate and aerial footage
- Day rates: not published, ask for quotes
- Film permits: City of Austin Transportation & Public Works Office of Special Events (AB+C portal) for right-of-way. Austin Film Commission guides but does not issue permits.
- Updated: October 2026
Austin camera operators, videographers and production crews
All of these list an Austin base on ProductionHelp under camera crew or full-service production. Each summary is drawn from the vendor’s own profile.
Onion Creek Productions
Award-winning Austin company founded in 2010 by director Aaron Brown, who previously worked as a cameraman and field producer for National Geographic, Discovery, VH1, A&E and MTV. The profile lists Netflix, HBO, Nissan, Gatorade, VICE and YETI Coolers among its clients.
Mosaic Media Films
Austin video production company that builds cinematic marketing videos meant to convert, not just look pretty. The listing names clients such as Favor, Carnegie Technology, Connected Athletics and Big Brothers Big Sisters, and credits founder Mark Wonderlin with blending production and marketing strategy.
LocalEyes Video Production Austin
Premium B2B video company with experienced local crews in Austin and a nationwide production network. The profile cites more than 3,900 videos for 300-plus clients, Inc. 5000 recognition and five-star reviews on Clutch, DesignRush and Google.
Expressions In Video
Full-service industrial video production, post and film transfer company owned and operated in Austin since 1987. The listing names Nike, Whole Foods, Seventh Generation and Corner Bakery among its clients and covers sizzle reels, internal communications and brand marketing.
Media Pouch Video Production
Austin production house founded in 2018 by Ryan Gàllego. The profile says its videos drove $1.75M in client revenue in 2020 alone, and the company lists video production, editing, content creation and podcasting among its services.
Bennett Creative Video Production
Video-forward digital marketing agency based in Austin since 2018. Directors Dorothy and Andrew Bennett oversee brand videos, social content, digital ads, animation, SEO and web work, with an in-house post and motion graphics team.
Arise Media Studio
Five-star rated video production and photography company in South Austin. The listing covers marketing videos, branded campaigns, family portraits and documentary films, and also operates studio space under the Film Studios category.
Hen’s Bread Productions
Family-owned Central Texas company run by Jacob Perkins. The profile cites 200-plus projects since 2020, same-day response, multi-camera and livestream work, and cinema-grade gear including Sony FX9, FX6, DJI Ronin 4D and DJI Mavic 3.
Hennig Productions
Award-winning DP, producer and camera operator Tom Hennig lists more than 25 years of network TV experience, including run-and-gun news and film-camera work. A longtime Austin resident, he also works as a field producer and editor.
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Austin wedding, real estate and drone specialists
These vendors focus on one kind of job: wedding films, listing photos and video, or aerial work over the city and the Hill Country.
Waterloo Films (Jorge Flores)
Wedding film company founded in 2010 that documents couples in Austin and beyond. The profile emphasizes cinematic, emotion-led storytelling and invites couples to watch sample films before booking.
Photohouse Films
Wedding films and photography for modern couples, based in Austin and available to travel. The listing highlights story-driven, personal films and cites celebrations such as Canyonwood Ridge.
Austin Drone Company
Austin-founded aerial photography and video company for media and industrial projects. The listing says it combines current drone tech with a creative eye for unique overhead perspectives.
Ramblr Media
Professional drone photography and aerial video across greater Austin, including luxury real estate photo and video. The profile positions Ramblr as a reliable aerial option for marketing and listings.
Violet Crown Aerial
Locally owned drone photography and video for real estate, construction and more across Austin and Central Texas. Pilots are listed as FAA Part 107 certified.
ATX DRONEz
FAA-certified team offering aerial and cinematic ground visuals, plus event media and photo booth work. The listing frames ATX DRONEz as an Austin drone and event media partner.
One Wall Media LLC
Austin and San Antonio photo and video company founded in 2021 for real estate agents and businesses. Services on the profile include photography, cinematic video, 360° tours and brand content.
ZABE Media
Austin real estate photography company offering photography, video, drone footage and virtual tours for agents, brokers and property owners.
What Austin camera crews charge
| Role | Austin day rate |
|---|---|
| Camera operator (cameraman) with one camera | Not published, request quotes |
| Director of photography with lighting package | Not published, request quotes |
| Small film crew (camera, sound, grip) | Not published, request quotes |
| Drone pilot (FAA Part 107) | Not published, request quotes |
| Event or wedding camera operator | Not published, request quotes |
Why the table is blank: none of the Austin profiles above list prices, and we only print numbers we can check. To learn how crews build a quote, read what it actually costs to hire a camera operator and day rate vs project rate.
How to hire a cameraman, camera crew or film crew in Austin
Write a one-page brief. List the date, call time, address, number of cameras, audio and lighting needs and what you want delivered. Say whether you need gear such as a Steadicam, gimbal or drone. Traffic on I-35, MoPac and 183 can eat an hour, so note load-in times and parking for Downtown, South Congress and the Domain. Our guide to writing a production brief has a template.
Send it to two or three crews from the lists above. Ask what camera package is included, how overtime and travel are billed, who owns the footage and whether editing is part of the price.
Clear your location. For City of Austin right-of-way (streets, sidewalks, alleys or reserved public parking), apply through the AB+C portal under ROW Permits / Film, following the Office of Special Events film permit steps. You will need a site plan, APD film-safety approval, insurance and neighbor notifications. The Austin Film Commission permits guide explains which city offices handle roads, parks and other public land (the commission itself does not issue permits). For statewide incentive and location questions, see the Texas Film Commission. Private venues such as hotels, ranches and the convention center need their own written OK. See video production insurance before you sign anything.
Not sure whether you need a freelancer or an agency? Read camera crew vs full-service production company, or see how to hire an event video crew.
Planning a corporate shoot here? Our Austin corporate video locations guide covers four top places to film and the permits each one needs.
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Austin camera crew FAQs
Do I need one cameraman or a full camera crew in Austin?
One cameraman is enough for a talking-head interview, a short social clip or simple event coverage. Hire a full camera crew when the shoot needs a director of photography, lighting and grip, a sound mixer or more than one camera. That is typical for commercials, SXSW and conference keynotes, branded films and multi-cam livestreams. Companies on this page such as Onion Creek Productions, Mosaic Media Films, LocalEyes and Hen’s Bread Productions list full-service production, so you can start small and add crew as the plan grows.
How much does it cost to hire a camera crew in Austin?
The Austin vendors on this page do not publish day rates on their ProductionHelp profiles, so we do not quote numbers. Your price will depend on crew size, shoot hours, the camera and lighting package, travel inside Travis and Williamson counties, parking downtown or on the east side, and whether editing is included. Send the same written brief to two or three crews and compare the quotes line by line.
Do I need a film permit to shoot in Austin?
The Austin Film Commission does not issue permits, but it explains who does. The City of Austin requires a permit to film on or commercially use public property such as roads, sidewalks and parks. Right-of-way filming (including b-roll that affects streets or parking) goes through the Transportation and Public Works Office of Special Events via the AB+C portal. You also need an Austin Police Department film-safety review and proof of insurance. Commercial ROW applications are typically due at least 3 business days before you shoot, and the APD piece at least 5 business days ahead. Filming entirely on private property usually does not need a city film permit unless you add pyrotechnics, weapons or stunts.
What neighborhoods and areas do Austin crews cover?
Most crews on this page list Austin as their base and work across Downtown, South Congress, East Austin, the Domain, South Austin and nearby suburbs such as Round Rock, Georgetown, Kyle and Leander. Ask about travel time on MoPac, I-35 and 183, and confirm parking or load-in rules for venues on Rainey Street, the Convention Center and private ranches in the Hill Country.
Which Austin vendors shoot drone footage?
Hen’s Bread Productions lists drone alongside multi-camera and livestream work. Austin Drone Company, Ramblr Media, Violet Crown Aerial and ATX DRONEz are aerial specialists. One Wall Media and ZABE Media add drone and listing video for real estate. Ask any pilot for their FAA Part 107 certificate and proof of insurance, and check airspace early near Austin-Bergstrom and other airports.
Can I hire an Austin camera operator for a wedding or event?
Yes. Waterloo Films and Photohouse Films list wedding and special-event video work. ATX DRONEz also lists event media. Expressions In Video, Arise Media Studio and Bennett Creative cover corporate and branded events.
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Updated October 2026.