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Side by side
| Hop On Stages | Speakers Reels | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,000 flat per reel (USD) | CAD $6,150 + HST flat |
| Payment | 50% to begin, 50% on completion | 40% deposit, balance on delivery |
| Style | Story-first, cut from your best moments on stage | Documentary style, interview-led |
| Filming | Available on custom quote: we film it or book a local crew (and a venue, if needed) | Yes: stage and interview filming, plus archival footage |
| Location | Fully remote | Toronto, Canada |
| Length | Typically 2 to 5 minutes | Targets about 3 minutes |
| Turnaround | 2 to 3 weeks | Less than a month |
| Revisions | 2 rounds | Not published |
| Booking outreach | Yes, separate done-for-you service | Not offered on their site |
| Names on their site | Keith Ferrazzi, Sam Silverstein, Paula Houlihan and others | Dan Riskin, Amanda Cupido, Michael Rossi |
What actually matters
Documentary interview vs stage-first
Jeff Blundell's background is documentary television, and his reels show it: the speaker is interviewed on camera, and that interview becomes the spine of the story, with stage and archival footage around it. It is a strong format for speakers whose personal story is the reason to book them. Our reels are stage-first. The spine is you in front of real audiences, with interview or podcast clips used where they help. Planners mostly want to see how you hold a room, so we lead with that. Neither format is right for everyone; watch examples of both and notice which one makes you want to hire the speaker. Our speaker reel examples are a good place to start.
Filming days
Speakers Reels films stage and interview footage, which means scheduling filming days. That produces footage you fully control and can be worth it if your existing recordings are weak. Filming is built into their flat price. Hop On Stages can film too, ourselves or with a crew local to you, but it is custom-quoted on top of the edit. If you would rather use your own videographer, we send a shot list for your next talk.
Currency and tax
Speakers Reels prices in Canadian dollars plus HST. For a Canadian speaker that is straightforward. For a US speaker, check the exchange rate on the day and ask how tax applies to you. Our price is $3,000 in US dollars, 50% to begin, 50% on completion.
Speed
Speakers Reels says it delivers in less than a month. Our turnaround is 2 to 3 weeks from receiving footage. These are close; the filming schedule is the bigger variable on their side.
How often to refresh
Speakers Reels recommends updating your reel about every two years, which matches what we see: your talk evolves, your clients change and old footage starts to date you. Our guide on how often to update your speaker reel goes deeper.
What Speakers Reels is
Speakers Reels is a Toronto, Canada studio run by Jeff Blundell, a former Discovery Channel producer. It makes documentary-style speaker reels that combine filmed stage footage, an on-camera interview and archival material, targeting about three minutes. Its flat price is CAD $6,150 + HST, with a 40% deposit and the balance on delivery, and it delivers in less than a month. Speakers on its site include Dan Riskin, Amanda Cupido and Michael Rossi. It is one of the best options for a Canadian speaker who wants a fully produced, story-driven reel.
Which one should you choose?
Speakers Reels is the better choice if
- You are based in Canada and prefer to pay in Canadian dollars
- You want an interview-led, documentary-style reel
- You need new footage filmed to a high standard
- Your personal story is the main reason organizers book you
Hop On Stages is the better choice if
- You already have footage of real talks
- You want a stage-first reel that proves you can hold a room
- You want a fully remote process with no filming days
- You want a published USD price and optional booking outreach
Questions people ask
Speakers Reels vs Hop On Stages: which is right for me?
If you want a filmed, interview-led documentary reel and are in Canada, Speakers Reels (CAD $6,150 + HST). If you have footage and want a stage-first edit for $3,000 flat, delivered remotely, Hop On Stages.
How much does Speakers Reels cost?
CAD $6,150 plus HST, flat, with a 40% deposit and the balance on delivery, per its website.
Does Speakers Reels work with US speakers?
Its site is Canada-focused and does not say it excludes US clients. Ask directly, and factor in currency and travel for filming.
Do I need an on-camera interview in my reel?
No. An interview helps if your story is central to your talk. Most planners mainly want to see you on stage with a real audience. See what to include in a speaker reel.
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