Frequently Asked Questions

Lotus Reel offers comprehensive video production services including corporate video, commercials & advertising, social media content, event videography, animation & motion graphics, drone & aerial video, and video editing & post-production. We handle everything from concept to final delivery.

Lotus Reel is based in Bangkok, Thailand. We serve clients throughout Bangkok and greater Thailand, including Phuket, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, and other locations. We also work with international clients on productions in Southeast Asia.

Yes, a significant portion of our clients are international companies, agencies, and organizations operating in Thailand or Southeast Asia. Our team is fully bilingual (English/Thai) and experienced with international production standards and workflows.

We work across many industries including technology, hospitality & tourism, real estate, healthcare, F&B, finance, education, manufacturing, and NGOs. Our diverse experience helps us understand different audiences and objectives.

Yes. While we excel at lean, efficient productions, we also have the network and experience to scale up for large commercial shoots, multi-day productions, and projects requiring large crews, multiple locations, and specialized equipment.

Video production in Bangkok starts from approximately 18,000 THB (~$500) for basic video editing, and ranges up to 500,000+ THB ($14,000+) for large-scale commercial productions. Most of our projects fall in the 50,000–200,000 THB ($1,400–$5,700) range. We provide transparent pricing and free quotes for every project.

Yes. Bangkok offers significant cost advantages compared to cities like Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney, or Western cities — typically 40–60% lower for equivalent quality. This is due to lower crew rates, studio costs, and living expenses, while maintaining access to world-class talent and equipment.

Yes, we typically require a 50% deposit to begin production, with the remaining 50% due upon delivery of the final video. For larger projects, we can arrange milestone-based payment schedules.

No. We believe in full transparency. Our quotes include all production costs — crew, equipment, editing, music licensing, and deliverables. Any potential additional costs (e.g., talent fees, special permits, travel) are clearly outlined upfront.

Yes, we offer monthly retainer packages for clients needing regular content production (e.g., ongoing social media video). Retainer clients receive priority scheduling and discounted rates — typically 15–25% below our standard project pricing.

Timelines vary by project type: simple social media videos can be done in 1–2 weeks, corporate videos take 3–6 weeks, and commercials take 4–10 weeks. We always discuss timeline during our initial consultation and set clear milestones.

Our process follows five stages: (1) Discovery & brief, (2) Concept development & scripting, (3) Pre-production planning, (4) Production/filming, and (5) Post-production & delivery. You receive updates and approval checkpoints at each stage.

All our packages include two rounds of revisions. We find this is sufficient for most projects when combined with our thorough brief and approval process. Additional revisions can be arranged at an hourly rate.

Absolutely — we offer standalone editing and post-production services. Many clients come to us with footage they've already shot and need professionally edited, color graded, and polished.

Yes, and we encourage it. We work within your brand guidelines for colors, fonts, tone of voice, and visual style. If you don't have established guidelines, we can help develop them as part of the creative process.

We use cinema-grade equipment including Sony FX6, Canon C70, and RED Komodo cameras. Our kit includes professional lighting (Aputure, ARRI), wireless audio systems (Sennheiser, DJI), gimbals (DJI RS4 Pro), drones (DJI Inspire 3), and a full grip and electric package.

We film in 4K as standard, with 6K and 8K options available for projects requiring higher resolution. All footage is captured in professional codecs (ProRes, RAW) for maximum quality in post-production.

Our editing suite includes Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve (for color grading), Adobe After Effects (for motion graphics and VFX), and Cinema 4D (for 3D animation). We also use professional audio tools for sound design and mixing.

We deliver in whatever formats you need — MP4 (H.264/H.265), ProRes, MOV, and platform-specific formats. We also provide multiple versions optimized for YouTube, social media, broadcast, and web embedding.

Yes, raw footage delivery can be included in your package or added for an additional fee. We deliver via cloud storage or physical hard drive, depending on project size.

Yes, we film throughout Thailand — Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, Pattaya, Hua Hin, and beyond. We handle all logistics including travel, accommodation, and local permits. We also undertake productions in neighboring countries across Southeast Asia.

Yes, we handle all necessary filming permits. This includes permits for public locations, government properties, temples, and drone operations. Our local knowledge ensures smooth, hassle-free productions.

Bangkok's rainy season (June–October) features afternoon showers that typically clear within 1–2 hours. We schedule outdoor shoots for morning hours and have contingency plans for weather delays. Indoor shoots are unaffected.

We work with several partner studios in Bangkok for shoots requiring controlled environments — green screen, product photography, interviews, and more. Studio rental costs are quoted separately based on your project needs.