What's included
| Included in every reel | |
|---|---|
| Price | $3,000 flat per reel. 50% to begin, 50% on completion. No retainer, no surprise quotes. |
| Story | We review all of your footage and build a narrative: hook, credibility, your message, audience reaction, close. |
| Edit | Pacing, selection of your strongest moments, introductions and audience reactions, on-screen titles |
| Finish | Sound design, music, color grading and motion graphics |
| Social | A vertical cut for LinkedIn, Instagram and Shorts |
| Revisions | Two rounds. You approve before the final payment. |
| Turnaround | Usually 2 to 3 weeks from receiving footage, depending on the queue |
| Length | Built to the story, typically 2 to 5 minutes. Our published reels run 2:10 to 4:54. |
| Where | Fully remote. Send footage by link; nobody travels. |
| Filming | Not needed for most reels. Available on custom quote: we film it or book a local crew (and a venue, if needed). |
How it works
01
Send us your footage
Keynote recordings, event clips, interviews, podcast video, testimonials. Within 24 hours we tell you what we can build with it. No footage? We send a shot list for your next talk.
02
We cut the reel
Our editors find the moments that make a planner lean in and build a story around them, then finish it with sound design, color and motion graphics.
03
You review and approve
Two rounds of revisions are included. When you approve, you pay the second half and receive the final files plus your vertical cut.
Recent reels
Every reel below was edited from footage the speaker already had.
What makes a speaker reel work
A speaker reel has one job: get an event planner to put you on a shortlist. Planners and bureau agents watch dozens of them, often with the sound off for the first few seconds, and they are looking for proof of three things: that you can hold a real room, that your message fits their audience, and that you are low risk to book.
So we build every reel around evidence, not just highlights:
- A hook in the first seconds. A line from your talk that states the problem your audience has.
- Third-party credibility. Event hosts introducing you, logos you have spoken for, audience members reacting.
- Your message in your words. Two or three ideas that make your keynote distinct.
- Real audiences. Laughter, applause, people taking notes. Planners trust a real crowd more than any title card.
- A clear close. Your name, your topics and where to book you.
Read more in what to include in a speaker reel and how long a speaker reel should be.
Who this is for
- Professional keynote speakers whose current reel is old, slow, or a montage of applause with no story
- Authors, executives, coaches and consultants who speak and have recordings of at least one talk
- Speakers preparing to approach bureaus, which typically expect a strong demo reel before they will consider you
Filming, and what we do not do
Most reels need no filming at all: we edit the footage you already have, and that is what the flat $3,000 covers. If you need new footage, we can film it ourselves or contract a crew local to you, and book a venue if you need one. Filming is custom and quoted separately, because it depends on location, crew and venue. You can also hire your own videographer and send us the files. See how to make a speaker reel without professional footage. We also never guarantee bookings. A reel makes you easier to book; it does not replace demand.
How we compare on price
Published prices for speaker reels range from about $1,500 for a 60 to 90 second edit to $12,500 or more for filmed multi-video packages. For a full breakdown with sources, see how much a speaker reel costs and our roundup of speaker reel companies.
“They produced an amazing speaker reel for me in about 3 to 4 weeks. If you don't have a good sizzle reel, hire these guys.”
Questions people ask
How much does a Hop On Stages speaker reel cost?
$3,000 flat per reel, paid 50% to begin, 50% on completion. That includes sound design, color, motion graphics, a vertical social cut and two rounds of revisions.
How long does it take?
Most reels are delivered in 2 to 3 weeks after we receive your footage. We limit how many speakers we take each month so projects do not sit in a queue.
What footage do you need?
At least one recorded talk with clear audio is ideal. More events, audience shots, introductions and testimonials give us more to work with. Phone footage from the back of the room can work for supporting shots but not as the main source.
Do you film keynotes?
Yes, when you need it. We can film you ourselves or contract a local crew in your area, and book a venue if you need one. Filming is custom and quoted separately; the flat $3,000 reel price covers editing footage you already have.
Do you also help me get booked?
Yes, as a separate service. Our booking outreach program pitches you to event organizers by cold email, leading with your reel. It is priced separately from the reel.
Keep reading
Guide
Speaker reel cost
Real published speaker reel prices in 2026: freelancers $50 to $600, specialist studios $1,500 to $5,000, filmed packages to $12,500+. Sourced and dated.
Roundup
Best speaker reel companies
Ten speaker demo reel studios ranked on price, filming, turnaround and what happens after the reel.
Comparison
Hop On Stages vs Speaker Sizzle Reel
Two edit-from-footage reel studios compared on price per minute, footage limits, revisions and booking help.
Guide
What to include
The eight structural beats behind effective keynote reels, with timestamped examples from real ones.
Hub
Our work
Watch speaker reels we made for Keith Ferrazzi, Kian Gohar, Nick Sonnenberg, Sam Silverstein and more, with a breakdown of how each one was structured.
Service
Speaker booking outreach
Cold email outreach to event organizers, run for you. How it works and what it has produced.
Your next stage
Get a speaker reel that books the room.
One flat $3,000 per reel (50% to begin, 50% on completion). Edited from footage you already have, delivered in 2 to 3 weeks, with two rounds of revisions. Two minutes to see if you're a fit.