For federal agencies and public health campaigns
Government video
production.
National TV spots, public service campaigns and training films, crewed from Washington, DC and Los Angeles.
Excellent rating: read our Google reviews 
5.0 on Google
24 reviews
Filmed by Honey for
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Vaping prevention trailer -
Three national TV spots -
“Magical Moments” film -
Talk About: Race & Racism
Featured campaign · national TV
Three TV spots for
Selective Service.
One message for 18-year-olds, told three ways: a future self, a coach and five quick testimonials.
“Future Steve”, watch the film
Selective Service System · TV ad · 0:30
“Coach”, watch the film
Selective Service System · TV ad · 0:30
“Testimonials”, watch the film
Selective Service System · TV ad · 0:30
…for a government client’s PSA project, and he knocked it out of the park. … We even finished with time to spare.
Dan Byrnes Producer, Reingold · Government PSA Public health and public media
Films for the FDA and
Library of Congress.
A teen horror trailer with a vaping warning, and a National Library Service film made from script to final cut.
Attack of the Metallic Menace, watch the film
U.S. FDA · Filmed by Honey
“Magical Moments”, watch the film
National Library Service · Library of Congress
What we make for agencies.
One crew for the ad, the training and the event.
Crews on both coasts.
Book the city closest to your team. Same crew, same kit and the same standards in each.
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Washington, DC video productionWashington, DC
1000 Wilson Blvd, Suite 100
Arlington, VA 22209 -
Los Angeles video productionLos Angeles
1234 Sunset Blvd, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90026
How agencies
work with us.
One detailed estimate up front, three sign-offs from your team and files that meet Section 508.
Sample schedule
One :30 PSA, plus social cuts
Week 4 · cameras roll
- Wk 1
Scope
Call + estimate
- Wk 2 – Wk 3
Script
Plain language, agency review
You Clear the script
- Wk 4
Production
Crew on site
- Wk 5
Post-production
Edit + captions
You Approve the cut
- Wk 6
Delivery
Broadcast + web
You Accept delivery
Working to a fiscal-year deadline? We’ll build the schedule around it.
Why agencies film
with Honey.
Your program team knows the policy. We make sure the public gets it.
- Client testimonial
“…on multiple projects since 2018 – from medium and large sized live TEDx events, web videos, short films, and an Emmy Award winning PBS KIDS series.”
Jason S. Director of Digital Video ContentPBS KIDS
- Rated 5 out of 5 Google review
“…we’ve hired Honey multiple times to handle all our content capture in Los Angeles, and they continue to deliver top-tier work every time.”
Glenn Shellenberger Client relations videosLos Angeles - Rated 5 out of 5 Google review
“From conception to editing he was there every step of the way, making sure that my vision was executed.”
Matthew Callahan Google review - Rated 5 out of 5 Google review
“We used the video on our website, and it has significantly impacted our business by increasing customer engagement and driving more interest in our wine offerings.”
George Tsapos Corporate videoWine business
Swipe · 1 / 4
- 5.0 average from 24 Google reviews
- One producer from first call to final cut
- Filmed at your office, field site or event
5.0 from 24 Google reviews
Book a call
with us.
Answer two quick questions and pick a time. We call you to talk through the approach, timeline and budget.
- 15 minutes, no obligation
- You talk with the producer who plans your shoot
- A clear estimate before any cameras roll
“My vision and specs were realized in a timely and professional manner.”
Prefer to talk now? Call 213-315-6197
Government video FAQs
Something else on your mind?
Call 213-315-6197 How much does government video production cost?
It depends on crew size, locations and how many cuts you need. A single PSA with social cutdowns costs less than a multi-spot campaign or a training series. After a short scoping call we send a detailed, itemized estimate that fits a purchase order, before anything is booked.
What is a PSA video?
A PSA, or public service announcement, is a short video that informs the public about a law, a health risk or a program, rather than selling a product. Agencies run PSAs on TV, YouTube and social media. Our Selective Service spots, for example, remind young men that registering is the law.
How long should a PSA be?
Most TV PSAs run 15, 30 or 60 seconds, the lengths stations accept for public service airtime. For YouTube and social we usually cut 6- to 15-second versions from the same shoot, and online campaigns can run longer: our FDA trailer is 70 seconds.
Do you work with agencies directly or through a prime contractor?
Both. We contract directly with agencies, and we also crew and produce for the communications firms that hold government contracts. Dan Byrnes of Reingold, for example, hired us to shoot a government PSA.
Are your videos Section 508 compliant?
Yes. Every film ships with accurate closed captions and a transcript, and we add audio description when your agency needs it, so the video meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. We can also deliver Spanish-language versions and subtitles.
Do you film in Washington, DC, Virginia and Maryland?
Yes. Our Washington, DC crew films at agency headquarters, on the Hill and across Northern Virginia and Maryland. We also have a crew in Los Angeles and travel to field sites nationwide.
How long does a government video take?
Most government videos take four to six weeks from the first call to final delivery: about three weeks to script and clear the plan with your agency, one or two shoot days, then one to two weeks to edit, caption and deliver. We can build the schedule around a fiscal-year or launch deadline.
Can you film on federal property or in secure buildings?
Yes, with your agency’s approval. We send crew names and an equipment list ahead of time for badging and security screening, follow your escort and photography rules on site, and keep restricted areas, screens and documents out of frame.
Want the long answer?
Bring us
the mission.
Share the program, the audience and the deadline. We'll reply with a plan and a detailed estimate.
