From Raw Footage to Finished Film
Post is where a production becomes a film. Sunscope’s post team handles every creative and technical step, from the first day’s footage to the final masters, for features, series, commercials and music videos. For the most demanding deliveries, such as Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision HDR and streaming-platform packages, we work with trusted partner facilities so you get one point of contact and one schedule.
How post works
The Post Pipeline
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Dailies | Footage is backed up, synced to sound and prepared for editing during the shoot. |
| 2. Editorial | The story is built through assembly, rough cut, fine cut and picture lock. |
| 3. Sound & Music | Dialogue is cleaned, effects and score are added, and the film is mixed. |
| 4. Picture Finishing | Conform, color grade, VFX, titles and graphics. |
| 5. Mastering & QC | Final masters are built and checked against technical specifications. |
| 6. Delivery | Files, captions, stems and documents are delivered to each platform or distributor. |
Every step, covered
Post-Production Services
1. Dailies & Media Management
- Secure ingest with verified backups
- Sound sync and editorial transcodes
- Dailies for director and producer review
- Organized project and media structure from day one
2. Editorial
- Assembly, rough cut, fine cut and picture lock
- Story, structure and pacing
- Multi-cam syncing for music and live performance
- Dialogue editing and story optimization
- Online conform from the offline edit to full-resolution media
3. Color Correction & Grading
- Basic color correction included in all editing packages
- Advanced grading for cinematic tone and shot-to-shot consistency
- DaVinci Resolve color pipeline
- HDR and Dolby Vision grading through partner facilities
4. Sound Design & Audio Post
- Dialogue cleanup, EQ and noise reduction
- Sound effects, ambience and sound design
- ADR (re-recorded dialogue) and Foley (recreated everyday sounds)
- Stereo mixing in-house; 5.1 surround and Dolby Atmos final mixes through partner studios
- Stems and M&E (music & effects) tracks for international dubbing
5. Music
- Original score through our Music Composition team
- Licensed tracks from Sunscope Music and Lovelane Music Group
- Music editing to picture
- Cue sheets for performance royalties
6. Visual Effects
- Object removal, screen replacements and cleanup
- Green screen keying, rotoscoping and compositing
- Shoot at our Blue Screen Studios, finish in post
- Complex CGI and simulation through partner VFX studios
7. Titles & Motion Graphics
- Main titles, end credits and lower thirds
- Animated logos, intros and outros
- Lyric videos and social graphics
- Brand-consistent graphics for commercials
8. Trailers & Marketing Cuts
- Trailers, teasers and sizzle reels
- Social cutdowns in vertical, square and widescreen
- Campaign rollout through OhYeahLive
9. Captions, Subtitles & Localization
- Closed captions and SDH (subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing)
- Foreign-language subtitles
- Textless versions for international distributors
- Multi-language versions on request
10. Mastering, QC & Delivery
- Masters in ProRes, H.264 and DCP for theatrical screenings
- Platform-ready files for YouTube, social and digital release
- IMF packages for premium streaming platforms through partner facilities
- Quality control checks against each platform’s specifications
- Project archive so your film can be re-delivered for years to come
Rates
Hourly, Day & Weekly Rates
| Service | Hourly (3-hr min) | Day (10 hrs) | Week (50 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Editorial (offline & online) | $100 | $850 | $3,750 |
| Advanced edit + motion graphics | $125 | $1,000 | $4,500 |
| Color correction & grading | $125 | $1,000 | $4,250 |
| Sound design & mix (stereo) | $125 | $1,000 | $4,250 |
| VFX & compositing (basic) | $150 | Custom quote | Custom quote |
Includes 2–3 rounds of client revisions.
Packages
Popular Post Packages
Narrative Short Film Post
Up to 15 minutes
- Editorial from assembly to final cut
- Color correction
- Sound cleanup and stereo mix
- Titles, credits and 3 format exports
Starting at $2,750
Commercial & Branded Video Post
Up to 60 seconds
- Full edit, color and light graphics
- 2 platform-optimized exports
Starting at $1,500
Music Video Post
Up to 4 minutes
- Performance and narrative edit
- Color grading
- Lyric or motion graphics and light VFX
Starting at $2,000
Add-Ons
| Add-On | Price |
|---|---|
| Closed captions & subtitles | From $150 per video (first 20 minutes), then $5 per minute |
| Social recut (vertical or square) | From $250 per video |
| Trailer or teaser cutdown | $500–$1,200 |
| 5.1 / Atmos mix, Dolby Vision, IMF | Custom quote |
| Advanced VFX (CGI, simulation) | Custom quote |
| Multi-language versions | Custom quote |
Who We Work With
- Narrative films and documentaries
- Episodic and streaming series
- High-end commercials and brand campaigns
- Music videos and live performances
- Corporate promos and product launches
Booking Notes
- Rates are set for funded productions. Select independent and lower-budget projects may qualify for reduced rates.
- Rush delivery (under 48 hours) carries a 15–25% surcharge.
- Every project starts with a review of your footage and delivery requirements, followed by a written quote.