Video Production for TV and Web

COS Video’s basic rates are $125 per hour for a single camera video shoot and $75.00 per hour for editing. We wish that we could tell you how much your video project is going to be but there is a lot that can be involved with a video such as actors, voice over, make-up, wardrobe, lighting technicians, production assistants and animation. The list can go on and on… We only use industry professionals for the projects we produce so you know that you are getting a quality video and nothing less. It is COS Video’s job to make sure that you get exactly what you would like based upon your budget large or small. Please contact us to schedule a free consultation for your video project.

Video Tape Transfer Pricing (VHS, Hi-8, Video8)

$20 per hour of recorded video

Real-time capture (no shortcuts)
MP4 files (easy to play anywhere)

File organization & labeling included

Film Transfer (8mm / Super 8)

3 inch 50 ft reel $20.00

5 inch 200 ft reel $80.00

8 inch 400 ft reel $160.00

Frame-by-frame scanning
Color & exposure optimization
Digital MP4 delivery

Transfer to DVD

1 copy ………… $30.00
2–3 copies ……… $28.00 each
4–5 copies ……… $25.00 each
6–9 copies ……… $23.50 each
10–15 copies …… $20.00 each
16–25 copies …… $18.50 each
26–49 copies …… $17.00 each

CD and DVD transfers

$20.00 each.

DVD is an MP4 file and CD is typically a MP3 file.

Audio to mp3

$30 per Audio Cassette and Vinyl Record

Some Audio Cassettes tapes run up to 120 minutes.

Flash drive not included

Photo and 35mm Slide Scanning Prices

$1.00 each

Tape Repair Service

$10 per tape (add-on service)
Includes:

Broken or snapped tape repair
Tape re-spooling
Shell swaps (when required)

Jammed or damaged cassette fixes

Flash Drive / USB Delivery

$20 one-time fee
All files clearly labeled and organized

Reusable for future transfers

Why Choose Colorado Springs Video?

✔ Local, Colorado Springs–based service
✔ No shipping your irreplaceable memories across the country
✔ Repairs available in-house
✔ Multiple transfer attempts if needed
✔ Personal attention — not assembly-line processing

I don’t give up on a tape after the first try.

COMPARISON CHART

Colorado Springs Video vs Big-Box Transfer Services

Feature	COS Video	Big-Box Services
Local, in-person service	✅ Yes	❌ No
Media stays in Colorado Springs	✅ Yes	❌ Shipped nationwide
Real-time monitored transfers	✅ Yes	❌ Automated
Tape repair available	✅ Yes	❌ No
Multiple transfer attempts	✅ Yes	❌ One pass only
Personalized file organization	✅ Yes	❌ Generic
Care & attention	✅ Treats media like my own	❌ Assembly line
Preservation mindset	✅ Yes	❌ Copy & move on

Project Timeline

A project timeline is a critical tool for managing and tracking the progress of a project.

Step 1

Meeting and Contract

Once you have contacted us, we will set up an in-person or phone meeting to discuss your project in detail to make sure that we are the right fit for each other. Once an agreement has been reached about your project, COS Video will send over a video production contract.
1-3 days.

Step 2

Pre-Production

We are thrilled that you have chosen us to work with! Pre-Production is the most important part of the video. Without proper preparation the video can fall apart and COS Video will not let that happen! We work with you to write the best script, audition and cast actors/actresses, find locations, schedule the process, create storyboards and creative concepts, and prepare for the shoot.
1-3 weeks.

Step 3

Production

If you would like to be present for the shoot, you are certainly welcome. We shoot the video(s) with the crew, actors, actresses, or non-actors. We will shoot either in a studio or on location like in a house, office, park...
1-3 days.

Step 4

Post-Production

We edit the video(s) using Final Cut Pro. This process is a lot of fun (well the entire process is a lot of fun really). Editing is where all of our hard work and preparation comes together. We will add music, professional voice over, graphics, titles, etc. You may either come to our office to watch the video or we can send it to you to watch. We ask that you take your time and watch it through a few times over the course of a couple of days before adding, subtracting or making corrections. We ask that no more than 2 people on your side review the video. Too many chefs spoil the soup if you know what I mean.
1-3 weeks.

Pricing