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TV Commercial Production Agency

TV spots, online commercials & social ads. Produced to broadcast standard.

TV Commercial Production: Craft That Earns Attention in a 30-Second Window

30s
the standard broadcast spot that builds brands in a generation
89%
of TV viewers can recall a TV ad seen in the previous week
higher brand recall for TV vs. online video (Thinkbox)
£30k–£150k
typical UK broadcast commercial production range

15–30s Broadcast Spot

Compressed storytelling; rapid product/emotion/CTA arc; high-craft DP work; broadcast-grade audio; designed for national TV.

60s–90s Brand Film

Story-led narrative; emotional arc; cinematic production values; primarily online/YouTube with potential broadcast edit.

Online Video Variants

6s bumpers, 15s pre-rolls, vertical social cuts — all derived from the hero film with platform-specific edits and CTAs.

Every commercial begins with a director's treatment — a detailed creative document that interprets the brief and visualises how the film will look, feel and move before a single frame is shot. This treatment process is where ambition meets budget reality, and where creative direction becomes actionable production planning. Strong treatment work prevents expensive on-set surprises and ensures the client, director and crew share a unified creative vision from day one.

"The best TV commercials do not sell products — they make audiences feel something about a brand. The sale follows the feeling."

Commercial Production Services

End-to-end production from creative brief to broadcast delivery.

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Creative Development & Treatment
Brief interpretation, concept development, scriptwriting, storyboarding and director treatment selection.
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Pre-Production
Casting, location scouting, props and wardrobe, shot-list preparation, call sheet and crew assembly.
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Film Production
Multi-camera and single-camera shoots, lighting design, DoP direction, on-set art direction and daily rushes review.
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Post-Production
Offline edit, director's cut, grade, VFX/CGI, music composition/licensing, sound design and final mix.
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Broadcast Clearance & Delivery
Clearcast submission (UK), international broadcast standard compliance, quality control and master delivery.
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Online Versions & Social Cuts
Format adaptation for YouTube, Meta, TikTok; aspect ratio reformats (16:9/9:16/1:1); caption and subtitle versions.
89%
TV Ad Weekly Recall
Brand Recall vs. Online Video
30s
Standard TV Format
38
Countries
Insider Tip

A great commercial tells a complete story in 30 seconds. The secret: cut the setup. Start at the emotional peak, let the viewer catch up. The best TV spots of the last decade all share one trait — they start in the middle of the action.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TV commercial production?

TV commercial production is the full process of creating a broadcast television advertisement: concept, scripting, casting, filming, editing, grading, sound mix and broadcast delivery.

How much does a TV commercial cost to produce?

UK/EU broadcast quality costs £30,000–£150,000+ depending on scale, locations, talent and post-production complexity.

What is the production timeline for a TV commercial?

Concept approval to broadcast delivery typically takes 8–14 weeks: 2 weeks pre-production, 1–3 days filming, 4–6 weeks post-production.

What is broadcast clearance for a TV commercial?

Broadcast clearance is approval from Clearcast (UK) or equivalent bodies verifying the ad meets broadcast standards for claims, targeting and content.

What is the difference between a TV commercial and an online video ad?

A TV commercial meets broadcast standards, requires Clearcast clearance and uses 30s/60s formats. An online video ad has flexible format, follows platform specs and needs no broadcast clearance but requires different creative considerations.

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