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Video ad production cost: Meta, TikTok and YouTube videos in 2026

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Video is the main advertising format in 2026. One ad image used to cost a few tens of euros; now the minimum for one ad video is in the hundreds. Let us work out where the money goes.

In brief

  • A UGC video (€150–600 each) is the best value for money.
  • Studio videos at €800–3,500 work for brand.
  • A large brand video (€5,000–20,000) only for specific situations.
  • Meta and TikTok work with UGC; YouTube demands higher quality.

Video types and prices

  • A UGC-style video — €150–600 per video. Authentic-feeling, one person talking.
  • A simple ad video (from existing material): €300–800
  • A shot product video (studio, 10–15 s): €800–2,500
  • A proper brand video (30–60 s) — €2,500–8,000
  • A large campaign video: €8,000–25,000

What does the price include?

UGC-style ad videos for a small business
A UGC video is the best value for money at €150–600 each.
  • A script (just a brief at the cheap end, a storyboard at the expensive end)
  • Filming (location, kit, crew)
  • Editing and post-production
  • Sound and music
  • Delivery in each format (9:16, 1:1, 16:9)
  • Revision rounds

How many videos should you make?

Meta and TikTok eat content. One video goes stale in 4–6 weeks, after which CPM rises.

A realistic target: 3–5 new videos a month if you advertise actively on Meta. On TikTok, 5–10.

Frequently asked questions

Video ad production for Meta, TikTok and YouTube
Video is the main advertising format in 2026 — and the channels’ requirements differ.

Can I make the videos myself on a phone?

You can and often should. TikTok and Instagram Reels style videos work best when they look authentic.

Is it worth hiring a UGC creator?

Worth it if making them yourself does not go smoothly. UGC creators charge €150–600 per video, including the licence to use the video as an ad.

What software should I edit with?

CapCut, InShot and the Reels editor work for free. Professionals use Premiere Pro and After Effects.

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