According to the statistics on Thumbtack, the average cost of hiring a videographer for your event ranges from $750 to $1,000.  This price varies based on the event size and what you require. Complex projects with additional requirements like multiple cameras, lighting, and extra staff are priced higher. Wedding videographers sometimes charge extra when couples have specific and intricate requirements. Other items that can drive up the cost include: Editing  Travel expenses outside the service range Events on weekends or holidays   Additional hours of filming  Drone footage Music overlay or sound effects Ask your videographer if they have any all-inclusive packages and double-check to make sure those packages include everything. Alternatively, ask if your videographer has a la carte options if you don’t need as many bells and whistles. Ask your event videographer to give you the best estimate possible before you commit.