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Most of our work involves re-version existing videos or presentations. We can convert your presentation into a video and then add a soundtrack. We can translate existing captions and add subtitles in over 80 languages. All this from our studios based in Reading, Berkshire, UK.
To action this we would ideally need the source files from the original video. This is the project file used in creating the original video, such as Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premier, AVID etc.
Without the source files, it is still possible to localise the video, but it will be more difficult, and the translated videos will not be of the same quality as the original.
Pre-production
Storyboarding / Script writing £350
Video Shoot
1 day video shoot (or per day of multiple day shoot) on location
Storyboarding / Script writing £350
Camera, Camera Operator, lights* £350 – £550
Additional Camera’s £350
Sound Operator ** £200
Matinée Producer*** £250
External Producer^ £350 – £500
Make-up £300
Autocue hire + Operator £500
Green Screen hire £100
Lunches £12 per crew member
Travel costs / petrol £0.60 per mile
Video Edit
Studio
Video Editor / Edit suite £500 per day
Animation £500 per day
Sound Mix / Edit £50 per hour
Library Music £100 per track, per video
Bespoke Music Composition £POA
Video Encoding £15 (per format)
Optional Extras
Voice-Over (1 Voice) £350 (up to 10 minutes)
Translation £110 – £150 per 1000 words ˘
Subtitling / Captioning £8 – £17 per minute ˘
Equipment
1x HVR (HDV) Sony camera
‘Green screen’ (sized for talking head + 1 camera, for head-and-shoulder framing)
Lighting for talking heads/interviews and tie mics.
The costs to hire additional equipment will be on a case-by-case basis (depending upon client objectives)
Music
Matinée royalty-free library music £100 usage, per track, per project
If the music is to be used on several video segments, then a price will be given to cover the entire project. This price does not cover BROADCAST or any RESALE usage.
Bespoke music composition Price on application
Matinée has in-house music composers to create a unique track
* Cost of camera and operator is dependent on the filming requirements. Expect to pay £350 for talking heads / static shots, and £550 for a more dynamic / creative shoot.
** Optional extra, but advisable when recording sound with more than two people, for broadcast quality, or when recording in motion.
*** Suitable for simple video project e.g. Talking Heads, Conferences, Presentations etc. where minimal creative is required.
^ Cost of an external producer is dependent on the subject matter and requirements.
˘ Cost is dependent on the language requirements, and whether a proof-read is required by a 2nd senior linguist.
Select a voice-over language
Choose English read in a foreign accent
Select a subtitle language
Helpful Videos
- An introduction to Matinée Multilingual
- Why you need a properly edited voiceover
- Translating the captions within a video
- How to create a superb voiceover recording
- Transcription and how to do it well
- Video translation and the potential pitfalls
- Automated phone messages - consider this
- Grow your business with subtitles
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Testimonials
They were so professional
Brian and Philippe…love them!! What a great call to brighten up my day! They were so professional and so funny and I could tell the client was really happy 😊
Philippe is definitely the best VO artist I’ve heard since being at Sponge! Just wow!
Maria Trathen
Pleasure to work with
Pleasure to work with these guys. Hugh and the team couldn’t do enough to help and keep us informed throughout our customer journey. Highly recommended!
Alex Carr
Delivers great work, right on time
We’ve used Matinée for several projects, from video editing to translations of marketing materials, and they’re always a great pleasure to work with. Any requests are answered right away. We’ve had tight deadlines, but we’ve never worried as the team at Matinée delivers great work, right on time.
Lisa Potrawiak
Fantastic to work with
The team at Matinée are fantastic to work with. They are really communicative, helpful and turned around the work as quickly as possible. I have no complaints at all and we will definitely be getting back in contact when we next need subtitles.
Jon Mirley
Matinée is a company I can trust
I’ve worked with Matinee for well over 20 years, and continue to go back to them because of trust; a trust in their commitment to fulfilling the needs of my project, and a trust in the quality of their work.
Bruce Corby
I use Matinee a lot for subtitling projects
I use Matinee for a lot of subtitling projects and they never fail to meet the deadlines. Great customer service and fast responses. Well done to the entire team.
Jade Burnell
Friendly and efficient service
The speed of response, and friendly, efficient service from all staff was quite exceptional. Matinee particularly stands out by putting the customer’s needs first, even when the job is relatively small and a bit of a technical challenge. I would strongly recommend Matinee for any subtitling work.
Richard Taylor
A fantastic company to work with
A fantastic company to work with. Fast email responses, rapid delivery of audio files, and all with positive and warm personalities shining through! Thank you Matinée for a wonderful customer experience.
Anne Crawford
They are always well organised
Very pleased with a number of projects completed by Matinée. They are always well organised, providing clear expectations, organisation, efficiency and always deliver a quality product on time. Recommended.
Jon Watkins
Quick response to meet my deadline
I have to mention the quick response of Sally and Nicole to my last minute request. They both understood the urgency of my need, and helped me complete the recording to hit my deadline.
Joville Villanueva
Voice Over
- Two state-of-the-art recording studios
- Pro-Tools recording and editing
- BBC quality acoustics and sound proofing
- Talented and helpful sound engineers
Subtitling
- Affordable subtitling in over 80 languages
- Specialised transcription & translation
- Video & graphics editing
- Burnt-in or file format of your choice
Translation
- In-country translation in 80+ languages
- 30 years experience for peace of mind
- Thorough quality check before delivery
- Affordable pricing and on-time delivery