01 How much does video production cost in Korea?
Costs depend on format and production scale. Short-form social video (Reels, TikTok, Shorts) produced in batches typically runs from ₩500,000 to ₩2,000,000 per finished video depending on concept complexity. A scripted brand film or YouTube campaign video with location shooting, talent, and full post-production generally ranges from ₩10,000,000 to ₩50,000,000+. Subtitling and localization of existing assets costs a fraction of new production. We scope every engagement against your platform plan and publishing volume.
02 Can we just subtitle our existing English videos for Korea?
You can, but subtitled English content consistently underperforms Korean-native video in watch time and conversion. Subtitles work as a stopgap for long-form explainer content where information matters more than tone. For social platforms, advertising, and brand building, Korean consumers respond to Korean voiceover, Korean pacing, and locally relevant creative. The practical middle path is localization: re-editing your global masters with Korean voiceover, on-screen text, and structure, which we do routinely for international brands.
03 Which video platform should my brand prioritize in Korea?
It depends on your category and audience. YouTube is the default for product education, reviews, and brand credibility across nearly all demographics. Instagram Reels leads for visual categories targeting consumers aged 18 to 39. TikTok delivers the fastest awareness among Gen Z. Naver TV and video embedded in Naver Blog content matter for brands competing on Naver search visibility. Most international brands launch with YouTube plus one short-form platform, then expand based on performance data.
04 Do you produce Korean video for brands without a team in Korea?
Yes. This is our standard engagement model. Most of our clients are international brands with no production capability in Korea. We handle concept development, scripting, casting, filming in Seoul or on location, post-production, and delivery, with a single English-speaking point of contact and all production execution in Korean. You review scripts and cuts with English reference translations at each approval stage.
05 How long does Korean video production take?
Timelines vary by format. Batch-produced short-form content typically runs two to three weeks from brief to delivery. A scripted brand video with location shooting generally takes four to eight weeks including concepting, pre-production, filming, and post. Subtitling and localization of existing assets can turn around in under a week. Ongoing retainers operate on a monthly production calendar aligned to your publishing schedule and campaign dates.
