TV Commercial Production Agency UK
We make commercials that move your audience.
Cinematic TV Commercial Production
Here Now Films is a UK-based commercial production company creating broadcast-ready TV adverts for national brands and challenger teams alike. From concept to delivery, we combine strong storytelling with strategic thinking — and build campaigns that move people, and move the needle.
- Clearcast-approved
- Full-service production
- UK-wide shoots
- Highly Commended at The Drum Awards
What We Do
We offer full-service commercial production, from the first sketch of an idea, through shoot and post-production, right up to clocking and delivery.
Creative Development & Scripting
We help you shape the story before we shoot. That might mean building a concept from scratch or tightening up a script you’ve already got. Either way, we’ll make sure the message lands, with your audience and with Clearcast./
Casting & Location Sourcing
From street casting to professional talent, and rooftops to studios, we find the right people and places to bring your ad to life. We’ve filmed everywhere from central London to the Cornish coast.
Filming (Studio or On-Location)
Whether it’s a one-day shoot with a lean crew or a full production with drones, tracking vehicles and set builds, we scale the shoot to match the brief. And we keep it tight, on schedule, and collaborative throughout.
Post-Production (Edit, VO, Music & Mastering)
Once we’ve wrapped, our post team takes over. We’ll handle everything from VO recording and music licensing to grading, graphics, and deliverables — making sure every version’s spot on.
Clearcast (Approval & Clearance)
We manage the entire Clearcast process, from script substantiation to final upload. No rejected ads. No last-minute stress.
Clocking & Broadcast Delivery
We’ll deliver your final commercial fully clocked and formatted for broadcast, ready for upload to ITV, Channel 4, Sky, or your VOD platform of choice.
Social, Cinema & VOD Adaptations
TV might be the heart of your campaign, but it’s rarely the only place it lives. We adapt your commercial for wherever else your audience shows up.
That includes:
- Cinema edits (pre-roll spec, 5.1 mix, DCP formatting)
- Social cutdowns (square, vertical, 6s/15s/30s for Reels, YouTube, TikTok, etc.)
- VOD formats (ITVX, All4, Sky AdSmart pre-rolls)
Twycross Zoo: Easter TVC
A joyful, cinematic TVC for Twycross Zoo’s Easter push, designed to reach families across the UK.
The comments and reviews are mind blowing. The content is amazing, but to then show it with such an amazing film takes it a new level. Honestly thank you and great work! – Craig Dunkerly , Cheif Executive Officer at Twycross Zoo
- Shot on location at the zoo
- VO-led narrative and original music licence
- Aired nationally on Channel 4, ITV Hub & Sky
- Delivered with six digital cutdowns for YouTube & Meta Ads
- Clearcast-approved & clocked for broadcast
Flite Boards: Cinematic Adventure Commercials
This cinematic, three-part series for electric hydrofoil pioneers Flite was designed to feel like a full-scale ad campaign — built for adventure, filmed like a TV commercial.
Superb team with all the kit and equipment necessary for production above, on and below water/land. High quality assets too – photos, film and social cuts.- Hugo Turner, Founder
- Shot across: The Alps, Dune de Pilat & The Scilly Isles
- Narrative-led commercials designed for cutdowns
- Full production support across three extreme environments: drone, in-water, and remote-access crews
- Delivered as longform and cutdown assets for digital, social and partner platforms
- National broadcast standard, just with more saltwater.
FatFace: Seven Seasonal TV Campaigns
Over the past 3 years, we’ve created seven campaigns for FatFace, each designed to feel like a story, not just a sale.
Here Now Films were brilliant to work with. They really helped create a moving ad that told a beautiful story. A brilliant team to work with as well 🙂 – Susie Gray , Head of Creative at Twycross Zoo
- Filmed across the UK — coast, country, and high street
- Real casting, seasonal styling, multiple locations
- Designed for paid digital, Sky AdSmart, and VOD
- Multi-format cutdowns for social, pre-roll and POS
- Clearcast-approved & clocked for broadcast
An Award-Winning Studio
We were recently Highly Commended at The Drum Awards for our commercial work, recognition we’re proud of as a small team built around strong ideas and better storytelling.
Our work has also been nominated at international festivals, but what matters most to us is creating films that feel honest, look beautiful, and deliver for our clients, on screen and in results.
Your Creative Team
At Here Now Films, our commercial work is led by in-house Creative Director Ollie Couch, backed by a wider team of producers, directors, and editors who care as much about the craft as the outcome.
Ollie’s background spans branded storytelling, advertising, and long-form documentary. From national TV campaigns to startup brand launches, his work brings together visual clarity, emotional depth, and strong strategic thinking.
Whether you’ve got a polished concept or a blank page, we’ll help you shape the creative into something bold, cinematic, and ready for broadcast.
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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
TV Advertising Is Powerful
TV still fuels around 42% of web visits
Thinkbox’s June 2025 Instant Impact study shows TV drove 42% of web traffic across ten online brands—equating to roughly 50 million visits.
TV continues to dominate daily video ad exposure
Even as digital video surpasses linear TV in ad spend (52% vs. 48% of U.S. video ad spend in 2024), traditional and streaming TV ads remain critical. Thinkbox reported TV still accounted for 84% of daily video ad exposure, with 56% share among 16‑34s in 2022, the most recent public breakdown.
TV enhances the impact of other channels by up to 54%
Econometric modelling and industry studies consistently show that including TV in a media mix can amplify performance across channels, search, social, display—by as much as 54% .
Trusted by clients across the UK:
UK-Wide TV Commercial Production
Our main production office is in London, where most of our national campaigns are developed and delivered. We’re proud to be one of the city’s leading commercial production studios — working with clients across finance, fashion, healthcare and more.
We started in Cornwall, and still run productions from our Newquay base. It’s where we shoot for brands like Whistlefish and Heligan — and where we deliver some of our more remote and outdoor campaign work.
Our Bristol network supports fast-turnaround shoots across the South West. It’s ideal for cost-effective TVC work and for scaling regional campaigns.
TV Commercial Production Costs: What to Expect
We’re upfront with costs and transparent with where your money goes. Every commercial is different, but here’s a ballpark:
| Scope | Typical Budget |
|---|---|
| Regional TV / Sky AdSmart | £15,000 – £30,000 |
| National TVC (multi-day shoot) | £30,000 – £150,000 |
| High-end / Multi-location / International | £100,000+ |
Included in every production:
- Creative development & scripting
- Crew, gear & production management
- Casting, locations & permits
- Full post (edit, VO, grade, sound mix)
- Clearcast approval
- Clocking & final delivery to broadcast spec
Clearcast & Broadcast Compliance
No UK commercial can air without Clearcast approval. We manage the process from the very beginning — so you don’t get stuck later on.
- Script substantiation – making sure all claims are backed by evidence
- Pre-clearance submissions – submitting early drafts for Clearcast feedback
- Amendments & versioning – adjusting scripts or visuals to meet compliance
- Final approval – full approval with no last-minute surprises
- Clocking & delivery – assigning a clock number and submitting to broadcasters
Commercial Production FAQs
Here Now Films is a UK-based production company creating cinematic TV ads for brands with something to say.
From full-scale national campaigns to lean, regional spots, we handle the entire journey, concept to clearance, script to screen. We’ve delivered broadcast-ready productions for clients across finance, fashion, lifestyle, and public good, always with a focus on story and performance.
Typical turnaround is 4–6 weeks from brief to final delivery.
Need it faster? We can accelerate with pre-approved scripts or leaner production models.
We tailor every quote to your campaign goals, but most include:
- Creative development & scripting
- Crew, camera kit, and production management
- Casting, locations & permits
- Full post-production (edit, VO, sound, grade)
- Clearcast approval & clocking
- Final delivery in multiple formats (TV, digital, social)
You’ll get a clear, itemised breakdown — so you can scale up or down with full transparency.
Yes, we manage the full process. That includes:
- Clocking and broadcaster delivery
- Script substantiation
- Early feedback & amends
- Final Clearcast submission
Definitely. Most campaigns are multi-platform, so we build deliverables to match. Expect:
- 16:9 for broadcast & YouTube
- 1:1 or 9:16 for social (Meta, TikTok, etc.)
- Capped or teaser edits for digital rollouts
- VOD versions for Sky AdSmart, ITVX, All4 and more
Yes — we’re flexible. Whether you’ve got a finished script, a rough idea, or just a problem to solve, we’ll collaborate in a way that fits your team and timeline.
We shoot on Netflix-approved, full-frame cinema cameras, with in-house access to lighting, sound and post gear. Because we own our kit, there are no hidden rental costs, and we’re ready to roll, fast.