Video Production Company in Manchester

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The home of branded micro-documentary &
authentic corporate film production in Manchester.

Video Production Company Manchester

Here Now Films is one of Manchester’s leading video production companies, known for authentic corporate films and branded micro-documentaries that move people. With our Midlands hub based right here in the city, we’ve shot across the UK

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New York Times Logo A Recent Video Production Client for Here Now Films
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FatFace Logo: Recent Client
BREITLING Logo in blue and gold. Breitling are a recent adventure documentary video production client of Here Now Films - a video production company in London.
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Our Recent Work

Award Winning Video Production In Manchester

FatFace: 7 National Campaigns

We’ve delivered 7 national campaigns for FatFace, including two documentary-style brand films with the Fletcher family, shot just south of Manchester. One on their working farm in the Peak District, the other on location at Tatton Park.

Trusted by the FatFace team campaign after campaign, we’ve led on everything from shot listing and crewing to full post-production. Warm, real, and rooted in everyday style, these are fashion films with feeling.

FatFace: Fletchers / On The Farm

FatFace: Fletchers / Tatton Park

A screen shot from the film with the word's "community foused" on screen. A number of photos can be seen stacked on top of each other.
An image of the GWCU team posing for a group shot for their corporate video production. "20 Years" is written on the image in front of them.

AlTi Global: The Social Progress Index

AlTi Global: The Social Progress Index

A high-level brand film for global finance firm AlTi Tiedemann, launched at Davos 2024. We scripted and produced interviews across London and New York with senior leadership and SPI founder Michael Green, transforming complex policy into clear, human storytelling. Full creative, crew, and post handled in-house — with animated data visualisation and multi-platform cutdowns delivered. One of two global campaigns we’ve produced for AlTi to date.

JA Brooks: 100 Year Anniversary Film

A centenary brand film celebrating one of the UK’s leading mechanical services firms. We crafted a 3-act micro-documentary centred on people, not projects — capturing welders, fabricators, and families at work across factory floors and live sites. Built around real interviews, archival footage and a proud, authentic voiceover, the film has since become a cornerstone for JA Brooks’ internal culture, events, and recruitment. A bold example of what a corporate film can be when it leads with story, not surface.

An image of the GWCU team posing for a group shot for their corporate video production. "20 Years" is written on the image in front of them.
A screen shot from the film with the word's "community foused" on screen. A number of photos can be seen stacked on top of each other.

JA Brooks: 100 Years Of Trust

An image of the GWCU team posing for a group shot for their corporate video production. "20 Years" is written on the image in front of them.
A screen shot from the film with the word's "community foused" on screen. A number of photos can be seen stacked on top of each other.

Centrical: Simply Business

Our team partnered with global gamification leader Centrical to produce a powerful testimonial video with their client, Simply Business, one of the UK’s fastest-growing software companies. This was our third testimonial film with Centrical, following successful projects with Ocado and OVO Energy. As a Manchester video production company, we specialise in creating authentic, story-driven testimonial videos that highlight real customer experiences and build trust for brands across the UK.

Our Services

What We Do:

Creative Development

We shape strong, audience-focused concepts, drawing on over a decade of award-winning production experience with brands, broadcasters and charities.

Pre-Production

From storyboards and casting to crewing and Manchester location scouting, our producers plan every detail to industry standards, ensuring a smooth shoot.

Production

Trusted by agencies and global brands, we bring together Manchester’s best crew and the right equipment to capture compelling visuals at any scale.

Editing

Our in-house editors and colourists craft broadcast-ready films with secure online review, so you can collaborate at every stage with confidence.

Colour & Sound

Our colourists and sound designers give your film its final polish. From cinematic grades to broadcast mixes, we ensure every detail looks and sounds flawless, ready for screens big or small.

Happy Clients

Excellent
Here Now Films
Based on 51 reviews
Katy Greenwell
Ed from Here Now Films was incredibly helpful and quick at replying to my enquiry. He helped connect me with the relevant person and I will definitely reach out again for any production needs
Response from the owner:Hey Katy, thanks so much for the review. If you ever need help with film crew hire or video production in London, give us a shout.
Colin Eldridge
Great team, allowed us a lot of flexibility in planning our video production around a group of international executives with limited available time, incredibly adaptable with us during post production and series of SME based reviews and live edits.
Response from the owner:Hey Colin, it was a pleasure working with you on these videos. If you ever need us again, just give us a shout.
Robert James
Here Now are professional, creative and a pleasure to work with. The team are well organised, easy to communicate with and delivered an excellent result. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Hey Rob, Thanks you so much for the kind words and a huge thanks again for workign with us on the production. If you ever need a film crew in London or any other video production support, just give us a shout! Best, Ed
Matt Dunstan
Here Now Films is always my first call when filming internationally in the UK. This was my second time working with them, and once again, they delivered above and beyond. On our most recent trip, they supported us a phenomenal key production assistant throughout the UK and a great DP in Manchester (a new city for us). They matched the exact camera and lighting kit I use back in the States keeping things consistent for our brand.

What really stood out this time was the support from our key PA. He personally ushered me and my U.S.-based DP to every single shoot location throughout the week, and even drove me from London to Manchester. Always on time, if not early, and an excellent driver. I’ve always been uncomfortable driving on the opposite side of the road when traveling internationally, so that accommodation made a huge difference.

The first time we worked together in London, they provided a full crew and both shoots ran flawlessly. Communication is always smooth, the team is kind, professional, and incredibly easy to work with. Most importantly, our clients are always happy when they’re involved. Looking forward to many more future projects together. Here Now is truly a go-to partner in the UK!
Response from the owner:Hey Matt, Thanks so much for the kind words. Honestly blown away by the above. If you ever need film crew support or video production assistance across London or the rest of the UK, we're here to help. Hope you and the team have a great end to the year in the USA! Best, Ed
Will Harris
These guys are fab and we will keep working with them in the future
Response from the owner:Thanks a lot Will, next time you need a TV Commercial we’ve got you covered.
Joe Devine
I worked with a crew of four people from Here Now Films for a pilot project. Morgan, the organiser, was very proficient and quick to respond to communications. We met for the first time on the day with a bit of a hazy plan for a tricky shoot, but the crew took it all in their step and the final product was great. Would recommend.
Response from the owner:Thanks so much for the kind words Joe, it was a pleasure working on this with you. If you need us again, we’d be stoked to jump in and help.
Miranda Spiro
I have worked with Here Now for two projects now and both have been hugely successful. The team are collaborative, creative and reliable. They have executed both projects to a supremely high standard and we are all delighted with the results. Will definitely be using them for future projects.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words Miranda! You guys have been brilliant to work with. Looking forward to the next video project, in London or where ever you need to send us, soon!
William (William)
It was a pleasure working with Ed and his teams: smooth communication, a very friendly and responsive team, and high-quality work. I've found my video production partner in London! I warmly recommend Here Now Films
Response from the owner:Hey William, thank you so much for the lovely review. The project was an absolute pleasure, we can't wait to jump on the next one for you!
Mopani Mkandawire
We had the pleasure of working with Here Now Films on a recent project that required sourcing film crews in multiple locations on short notice. Despite the tight deadlines and logistical challenges, they exceeded our expectations in every way.

Their ability to quickly assemble professional and talented crews was impressive, and their dedication to meeting our deadlines was commendable. The quality of the content produced was outstanding and played a crucial role in the success of our project.

We highly recommend Here Now Films for any production needs. Their professionalism, efficiency, and commitment to excellence make them an invaluable partner.
Response from the owner:Hey Mo, Thanks so much for such a lovely review. You guys were a pleasure to work with, loved the project and can’t wait for the next! If you ever need video production in London just give us a shout. Best, Ed
Sam Manning
Ed and Ted created a micro-documentary for us showcasing an innovative project in Cornwall, they were highly professional, fitted in seamlessly with a highly complex and fast paced day of activity and logistics, while building instant rapport with the multiple people involved in the day. In the end they produced a brilliant product for us delivering exactly to the brief, telling the story of the project with creative flare, style and depth. I'd highly recommenced them to anyone looking to create high quality, watchable content, with a company that has a journalistic and high level of attention to detail and adaptable approach to covering a story. Also great fun to work with in general from the creative planning stages through to filming.
Response from the owner:Sam thank you for such a great review. Project was epic and you guys absolutely nailed the organisation and logistics of everything. I’m glad you Love the film as much as we do! Looking forward to the next. Ed
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Film Crew Hire Manchester

Need a trusted film crew in Manchester? We’re one of the UK’s leading film crew agencies, with a northern hub right here in the city. From branded docs to high-end commercials, we’ve delivered crews for global agencies and broadcasters across every scale of shoot.

With 600+ vetted crew members on our books, from DOPs and soundies to lighting techs and fixers, we’ll get you the right people, fast.

Join Our Manchester Video Team

We’re always on the lookout for creative, ambitious people to join our Manchester video production team and our Manchester crew network.

Whether you’re a producer, director, editor or just getting started in production, we’d love to hear from you. Right now, we’re especially keen to connect with:

  • Freelance Producers for shoot support across Manchester
  • Manchester-based Directors of Photography (DOPs)

Think you’d be a good fit? Drop us a line — or check out our open roles below.

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Ed’s contact details (just because it’s nice to have a person to speak to.)

Ed’s Number: 07412543822
Ed’s Email: Ed@herenow.film

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Manchester Video Production FAQs

Here Now Films is an established video production agency in Manchester, working with charities, businesses, and documentary teams. We support clients at every stage of the process, from developing ideas and scripts, through to filming, crewing, and full post-production.

Who are you and why Manchester?

Here Now Films is an award-recognised UK video production company (Highly Commended at The Drum Awards 2024) with a dedicated Manchester unit. We work across the city and the North West; MediaCityUK, Salford Quays, Ancoats, Northern Quarter, Castlefield and beyond.

What kinds of films do you make?

Brand stories, corporate films, testimonials, social content, TVCs, documentaries, and post-production only. Our signature is editorial, micro-documentary storytelling that feels human and drives measurable outcomes.

How much does a video cost in Manchester?

Typical guide ranges: £3–6k (single-location testimonial/social), £8–20k (multi-location brand story with motion graphics), £30k+ (TVC with casting, Clearcast, and full post). We’ll price transparently against a brief so you understand where every pound goes.

What’s your process?

Brief → treatment & schedule → pre-production (locations, casting, risk assessments, permits) → production → post (edit, grade, mix, captions) → delivery. You’ll review cuts via frame-accurate links and we typically include two structured rounds of revisions.

How fast can you turn work around?

Standard projects run 2–6 weeks end-to-end. We also deliver rapid turnarounds (48–72 hours) for newsy or internal comms pieces when scoped appropriately.

Do you use Manchester crew and studios?

Yes, trusted local DPs, gaffers, sound, HMU, and art across Greater Manchester, plus studio options near MediaCity and city-centre locations. Local resourcing keeps costs and travel light.

What kit do you use?

Cinema-grade camera bodies, cine glass, pro audio, LED lighting, gimbals, track/dolly, and on-set data wrangling. For aerials we supply CAA-qualified pilots (GVC/Operational Authorisation) and handle NOTAMs, permissions, and risk assessments.

Are you insured and compliant?

Comprehensive production insurance (Certificates of Insurance available on request), method statements and RAMS, DBS-checked crew where needed (NHS, education), GDPR-compliant data handling, and signed NDAs on request.

What about sustainability?

We plan low-impact shoots: local crew, public transport where practical, LED fixtures, battery-first power, and minimal single-use. Remote review reduces travel for approvals.

Can you work with agencies or white-label?

Absolutely. We regularly collaborate with agencies and can deliver as a discreet white-label partner or as lead production.

Do you offer post-production only?

Yes—offline/online editing, colour grading, sound design/mix, motion graphics, versioning, and broadcast/OOH/screen-specific masters.

What’s the payment structure?

Milestone billing (e.g., booking deposit, production, delivery) with a clear SOW. No hidden fees—any scope changes are quoted and approved before we proceed.

Can you provide references and case studies?

Yes—recent Manchester and North West case studies (testimonials, brand films, TVC) and client contacts are available on request.

Our Manchester Office

Address:
Here Now Films Manchester,
24 Hood St, Ancoats,
Manchester, M4 6WX

Hours:
Monday–Friday
9am–6pm

24 Hood Street, Ancoats Urban Village, Manchester M4 6WX. Jactin House overlooks Cutting Room Square in the heart of Ancoats.

  • By train: Manchester Piccadilly → approx. 7 minutes on foot.
  • By Metrolink (tram): Alight at New Islington. It’s roughly a 4-minute walk.
  • By bus: Nearest bus stop is New Islington stop, multiple city-centre routes.
  • By car & parking: Use M4 6WX for sat-nav. Nearest paid car park: (SIP Car Park – Gun St – Ancoats)
  • Cycling: Bike storage is available on site at Jactin House.

On arrival: Check in with Colony reception at Jactin House and ask for Here Now Films — we’ll meet you there.

Accessibility: Step-free access and lifts are available within Jactin House.

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