The 5 Best Videographers in Edinburgh Who Bring Stories to Life!
I spend way too much time on social media, and out of all the posts I scroll through, it’s video content that grabs me the fastest.
Those sharp, well-crafted reels? They’ll definitely get a like from me! Video is what keeps me entertained, especially when it’s skillfully made and tells a great story.
So, whether you’re planning a documentary, a promo, or a quick short film, hiring top-notch videographers in Edinburgh is essential to capturing anyone’s attention. Check out my top picks below!
How much do videographers in Edinburgh cost?
Hiring a videographer costs about £500 per shoot for beginners and upwards of £1,500 for seasoned videographers.
Rates vary depending on the shoot duration, location, scope of work, and equipment the studio uses to shoot content.
1. Swift Films
Address: 300B Colinton Rd, Colinton
Phone: +441314784183
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
If aerial filming is what you’re after, Swift Films could be a great choice. This video production company specialises in presentation videos, promotional media, testimonials, and live event coverage.
They provide filming services across various sectors, especially for corporate and travel projects, with impressive aerial footage. Their videographers are fully licensed by the Civil Aviation Authority and hold commercial operation permits (PFCO).
For projects requiring just a few aerial shots, Swift Films offers half-day or hourly rates, giving you the flexibility to capture exactly what you need.
They’ve worked with well-known clients, including the Discovery Channel, Vodafone, the University of Bristol, the BBC, and the National Trust. So, if it’s professional footage you’re after, they’re the team to book.
However, if you’re seeking videographers for weddings or smaller projects, they might not be the ideal fit since they mainly use large equipment and usually work with larger budgets.
Superb camera and sound work
“Swift Films did a really fantastic job of filming our P7 primary school show. The camera and sound work was superb, with the children and teachers being delighted with the end result. A huge thank you for providing us all with fantastic memories to watch back.”
– Doug Short, Google Review
Gets the job done
“Swift Films have produced a number of videos for our firm and have taken the time to understand what we are trying to achieve, suggested various ways to approach the projects – coming up with interesting and thoughtful ideas, and always working within our timescales and budgets. The results speak for themselves – their work is outstanding, excellent quality, and achieves what we set out to do. I would highly recommend Richard and he team for your next film project.”
– Susan Donald, Google Review
2. One Shot Films
Address: N Fort St
Phone: +447595009027
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
One Shot Films is a wedding-focused video production company founded by a talented husband-and-wife team, and their passion for capturing love stories truly shines through.
Their experience across top Edinburgh venues like Cornhill Castle, Cairns Farm Estate, The Cruin, and Oran Mor means they work seamlessly within any setting, handling every setup and shot with ease.
One of my favourite touches is their use of drone footage when weather and location allow, adding a magical view to wedding memories.
Each video arrives in stunning 4K on a personalised website—featuring 5 to 12 minutes of beautifully edited highlights. Plus, they offer the option to keep any raw footage, so you’ll have every treasured moment, edited or not.
Unfortunately, if you’re looking for videographers for corporate or non-wedding events, they can’t help you, as their services are limited to weddings.
Absolutely amazing to work with
“Adam and Kinga were absolutely amazing to work with, everything they done for us on our wedding day was second to none, they captured everything perfectly, from the teaser trailer to the speeches to the main video. Everything was absolutely amazing. They’re such a lovely couple and I cannot recommend them enough.”
– Grant Thomson, Google Review
Friendly, hardworking, and flexible
“We would highly recommend Adam and Kinga. They were friendly, hard working, flexible and engaged. They captured our wedding day perfectly and without any hassle. We asked for a videographer who would capture the day but not be noticed much by the guests and that is exactly what we got. They were also very open to us changing our mind about what package to give us which was much appreciated!”
– Emma and Andrew Keiller, Google Review
3. Nexus Digital Media
Address: c/o Unit 1, 40 Maritime St, Leith
Phone: +447787403038
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Nexus Digital Media is a top choice if you’re planning a concert or music video shoot.
With over 25 years in the industry, they specialise in large-scale productions. Think music festivals, music videos, animations, commercials, theatre productions, and trailers.
Their extensive network of creatives and videographers across the UK, including both freelancers and full-time staff, brings diverse experience across sectors.
However, they primarily focus on big projects, using equipment designed for multi-day shoots, so they may not be ideal for smaller projects or wedding videos (unless you’re after a full production set for your big day!).
Their broad network also makes them perfect for covering live concerts and events, like conferences.
You can also tap into their video editing services alone if that’s all you need—an added convenience, in my opinion!
Top tier video footage and production
“I absolutely loved working with Peter and the nexus digital media team. Their highly professional and head on approach allowed me to feel comfortable within the environment, which is crucial for creative work. The quality of the footage is top tier as well as their openness to suggestions and ideas. Overall great experience. Would highly recommend 👌🏼”
– Justyna Malinowska, Google Review
Knows how to get things done
“I’ve been working with Peter at Nexus Digital Media for the last two days and the experience was excellent. He is professional, knows how to get things done (we were editing) quickly and well and is very comfortable to work with – open to my opinion while also having views on what works aesthetically when I’m not sure. Working with him made me realise how much has to come together for an editor to be both competent and great to work with, and I found him to be both. I would thoroughly recommend working with Peter to others and I plan to return when I have something else I need edited.”
– Heid Jerstad, Google Review
4. Arms & Legs
Address: 99 Giles St, Leith
Phone: +441313416969
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Whether it’s for authentic, captivating documentaries or eye-catching social media content, Arms & Legs is the studio you can rely on. They’re passionate about developing big ideas and committed to understanding exactly what you’re looking to achieve with your video production.
These are just a few of the reasons I enjoyed working with them for a short promotional video recently. The team took the time to sit down with me and brainstorm concepts to turn a simple idea into a compelling story.
They’re not just videographers; they’re storytellers and creatives with a keen focus on quality. Their production process is comprehensive, covering creative strategy, scriptwriting, visual planning, shot lists, set design, aerial filming, and editing.
I was genuinely impressed by the range of services they offer, especially considering my limited budget. While I couldn’t take advantage of everything they provide, they made it work beautifully, and I was very pleased with the result.
Videographers with an eye for detail
“Arms & Legs has helped us grow Whisky Magazine’s YouTube channel significantly from launch. The team’s eye for detail and commitment to delivering at the highest standard swiftly made Arms & Legs our trusted partner for production of on-location documentaries at distilleries and studio product shoots. Ross, Bartosz, and the team are a pleasure to work with, too!”
– Christopher Coates, Google Review
First class creative interpretation
“We’ve worked with Arms & Legs on a diverse range of projects, from professional services clients through to brand campaigns for cultural institutions. I would thoroughly recommend working with them — their creative interpretation of a brief and attention to detail is first class.”
– Liam Bonar, Google Review
5. High Tide
Address: Techcube 5, 2 Summerhall Pl, Newington
Phone: +441315100029
Business hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
If you’re seeking videographers with experience in TV and film production, High Tide could be ideal.
Founded by husband-and-wife team Alex and Eathen, they’re passionate about creating impactful video content, with a portfolio that includes work for Picador Publishing, Codebase, CyberScotland, and Children First.
What truly sets them apart is their commitment to sustainable production.
High Tide is on a mission to reduce its carbon footprint, minimising energy consumption by cutting out unnecessary processes. If a task can be done efficiently, it’s delivered promptly, without wasted resources.
At the end of each production, clients receive a report highlighting which parts of the process had the greatest environmental impact.
Although a small, young company established in 2017, High Tide has earned recognition from award bodies like the Creative Edinburgh Awards, BRT Edinburgh Napier, and the Aesthetica Short Film Festival. If sustainability matters to you, this team may be just what you need.
Phenomenal videographers
“We worked with High Tide to create a promotional video for Edinburgh Cycle Hire a few years ago, and the collaboration was fantastic from start to finish! Their team is highly creative and professional (and so nice!!) and everyone made the process smooth and enjoyable.
We couldn’t be happier with the final video and can definitely recommend them for any film production needs!”
– Hillside Agency, Google Review
Superb creative ideas
“High Tide has been fantastic to work with. They are so professional, are great at communication and have superb creative ideas. We are absolutely delighted with the results and are looking forward to working with them in the future. Huge thanks to Alex, Eathan, Ross and the team.”
– Anna Orr, Google Review