F.A.Q
Who is Vicinity Studio and what do you specialise in?
Vicinity Studio is a full‑service video content agency and production studio with over 10 years of experience in live‑action video production and animation, and more than 2,700+ happy clients across Singapore and Malaysia.
We specialise in cinematic, story‑led video content for brands, government agencies, non‑profits and communities across Southeast Asia, from one‑off hero films to long‑term content partnerships.
What is your purpose?
Our purpose is to empower youths to excel by unlocking their creative potential.
This mindset shapes the way we tell stories, build our teams, and collaborate with partners across every video project.
How much of the work is done in‑house vs subcontracted?
Vicinity is built as a one‑stop creative ecosystem. Most of your project is handled in‑house, including:
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Creative strategy and ideation
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Scriptwriting and storyboarding
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Producing and project management
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Direction, cinematography and on‑set crew
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Editing, colour grading, motion graphics and animation
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Design, illustration and photography
We only bring in trusted specialist partners when a project calls for very specific skills or equipment (e.g. niche VFX, specialised stunts). Keeping the core work in‑house gives you tighter creative control, consistent quality, more reliable timelines, and better cost transparency.
What types of videos do you produce?
We produce a wide range of cinematic content, including:
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Advertising & commercials / TVCs
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Corporate & brand films
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Social media content & always‑on campaigns
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Event highlights, conferences and live streams
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Documentaries and long‑form content
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Government and community films
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Charity & non‑profit storytelling
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Animated explainer videos (2D/3D, motion graphics)
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Photography and visual content
This breadth lets us support you from a single flagship film all the way to a full content ecosystem across channels.
Where are you based and where can you film?
We are headquartered in Singapore, with a second office in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). From these hubs, we regularly produce work across Singapore, Malaysia, and the wider Southeast Asia region.
We can support:
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Local shoots in Singapore or Malaysia
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Cross‑border productions within Southeast Asia
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Remote production workflows if your team is overseas
What is your production process like?
Our workflow is designed to feel structured and professional but still personal and collaborative:
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Discovery & briefing – We understand your objectives, audience, brand, and success metrics.
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Concept & script – We propose creative directions, narrative structure and scripts aligned to your brand.
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Pre‑production – Storyboards, casting, locations, schedules, risk assessments and logistics.
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Production – On‑set directing, cinematography, sound, lighting and performance coaching.
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Post‑production – Editing, motion graphics, animation, sound design and colour grading.
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Review & refinement – Structured review rounds with clear feedback channels.
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Delivery & rollout – Final masters optimised for web, broadcast, social, events and internal use.
Throughout, you’ll have a dedicated producer as your main point of contact, backed by a full in‑house team.
What kind of budgets do you work with? Are you “premium” or “affordable”?
We position ourselves as a premium, cinematic studio with smart, scalable pricing:
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For lean social content or smaller projects, we design efficient setups to keep costs low without compromising professionalism.
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For high‑impact campaigns, we scale up crew, equipment and creative to deliver big‑screen quality while still being more cost‑effective than many large agencies.
Because so much is handled in‑house, we can balance premium production standards with competitive pricing, instead of charging for multiple layers of middle‑men.
If you share a ballpark budget and goals, we’ll recommend the most impactful way to use it.
How long does a video project usually take?
Timelines depend on the complexity of the brief, but as a guide:
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Simple social or interview video: around 2–4 weeks
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Standard corporate or brand film: around 4–8 weeks
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Larger campaigns or multi‑location shoots: 8–12+ weeks
We’re also experienced in working with tight deadlines and have delivered projects quickly for corporate and government events when needed, as long as we align expectations and scope upfront.
Do you work with agencies or only directly with brands?
Both.
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Brands & organisations – We often act as your end‑to‑end video partner, from strategy and concept to final delivery.
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Agencies & consultancies – We collaborate as your production arm, integrating into broader campaigns and helping bring your creative ideas to life.
Either way, we’re comfortable working with complex stakeholder structures, from internal comms teams to multiple external partners.
How many rounds of changes are included?
For most projects, we include:
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1 round of structural changes (story, sequence, messaging)
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1–2 rounds of refinement (timing, graphics, titles, colour, audio)
We clarify the exact number of review rounds in each quotation so expectations are clear. If you need additional changes beyond that, we’re happy to accommodate them with a transparent change‑order process.
Who owns the footage and final video?
By default:
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You own the final exported video(s) for the agreed usage (e.g. online, internal, broadcast), as stated in the contract.
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Underlying project files and raw footage are typically retained by Vicinity Studio but can be licensed or handed over upon request, subject to a separate fee and any third‑party restrictions (e.g. music, stock footage, talent usage).
We’ll always explain usage rights clearly in your proposal so you know exactly what you can do with the content.
Do you offer ongoing content support or retainers?
Yes. Many clients engage us on an ongoing basis to:
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Produce regular social content, thought‑leadership series, or product videos
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Cover recurring events and conferences
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Refresh or localise existing content for new markets
Retainers help you secure priority schedule, more predictable costs, and a team that deeply understands your brand and stakeholders.
How do you keep projects organised when there are many stakeholders?
We know corporate, government and institutional projects often involve multiple departments and approvals. We manage this through:
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A dedicated producer as your single point of contact
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Clear timelines and milestones with agreed feedback windows
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Shared documents for scripts, storyboards, and comments
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Optional online review platforms for time‑coded feedback
This keeps large, multi‑party projects moving smoothly while preserving a personal, boutique service feel.
Are you insured and union‑compliant?
Yes. Vicinity Studio is unionised under the Creative Media and Publishing Union (CMPU) in Singapore, and we operate with standard production insurance and on‑set safety practices appropriate to each project. Safety, crew welfare, and responsible working conditions are part of how we maintain consistent quality and long‑term relationships with our team and clients.
How do we get started?
You can request a free quote or start a conversation with us via:
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Our website contact / quotation form
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Email
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Phone (Singapore & Malaysia lines available)
Share as much as you can about your goals, timelines, audience and budget range. From there, we’ll propose an approach that balances premium cinematic quality, large‑scale capability, and the personal attention of a boutique studio.
Request a free quote
Contact us
Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
+65 6993 6993(Singapore)
Ext 1 (Sales)
Ext 2 (Project)
Ext 3 (Studio)
Ext 4 (Administrative)
Ext 5 (Finance)