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YOUR VIDEO PRODUCTION
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YOUR VIDEO
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Born in London, Trendy Grandad hold over a decade of social-first & Youtube video production expertise, helping brands and YouTubers make noise online.
WE'RE A london based, YOUTUBE & SOCIAL-FIRST videO production company
..and that's what we're best at. We work with brands & YouTubers on a monthly basis to provide regular & engaging social media and Youtube videos. From creative strategy, to pre-production, filming, animation and video editing, we're an in-house team of social-first creatives & Youtube producers.
YOUTUBE, SOCIAL & STRATEGY IS OUR PURPOSE
Our social-first video ads aren't for the faint hearted. Stopping thumbs from scrolling, retaining audiences getting them to engage & buy from you is what we're known for and has been our purpose from day one.
BORN IN THE HEART OF
LONDON, TRUSTED BY WORLD LEADING BRANDS
For over a decade our agency has produced social-first videos & Youtube videos that deliver growth, make noise & increase revenue for the worlds most ambitious brands.
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OUR VIDEO PROduction Services
YOUTUBE STRATEGY
We don't just hit record and hope for the best, we build YouTube strategies that drive real results. Whether you're starting from scratch or scaling up, we’ll dive deep into your audience insights, competitors, keywords, formats, budget and channel goals to map out a content plan that actually works. From deciding what types of content to make, when to post, and how to hook your viewers in the first 10 seconds, we help shape your channel into a binge-worthy brand. It's all about getting you a higher subscriber number, more watch time and a bigger digital footprint.
YOUTUBE VIDEO PRODUCTION
From storyboarding to post-production polish, our in-house team brings your YouTube videos to life. We produce engaging, high-retention content tailored to the algorithm, your audience, and your goals. Whether it's educational, entertaining, cinematic, or conversational - we’ve got all the gear, all the crew, and all the know-how. We've worked with global brands and creators, so whether you're filming in London or on-location, you’re in good hands. High-quality visuals, crisp sound, and storytelling editing that sticks - this is YouTube video production made to convert, it's a simple as that!
SHORT FORM VIDEO EDITING
Short-form is king, and we know how to make scroll-stopping content that hits hard and fast. From YouTube Shorts to TikToks and Instagram Reels, our video editing team knows how to turn moments into momentum. We craft punchy, visual-first edits with fast cuts, bold captions, and catchy hooks to maximise retention. Whether you're after weekly content or campaign-based batches, we’ll help you build a consistent stream of high-performing vertical video designed to grow your audience and drive traffic to your long-form content.
ANIMATION
Need slick intros, animated explainer videos, or motion graphics that elevate your channel’s professionalism? Our animation service & super skilled in-house animators helps bring your videos to life visually, whether it’s 2D logo stings, stylish lower thirds, or full-blown animated explainers. Having solid animations will make or break your social-first content, it can bring it alive and make your videos even more stand out from your competitors. At Trendy Grandad we have built an animations department to produce 2d & 3d integrated animations and stand alone animated videos. Basically, if you're looking for sick animators - we're your animation and editing team!
THUMBNAIL DESIGN
Don’t sleep on your thumbnails - they’re just as important as the video itself and our door to your video. At Trendy Grandad, our thumbnail design service is all about making your content stand out and get clicked on your audiences phone. Our in-house editors work hand-in-hand with our production company team to ensure your thumbnail matches the video’s style, tone, and target audience and creates the curiosity gap. Whether it’s bold text, punchy colours, or that perfect freeze-frame moment, we craft thumbnails that stop the phone scroll and boost your click-through rate. We know what works (and what doesn’t) on YouTube, and we use that insight to bring you designs that are as strategic as they are eye-catching.
YOUTUBE CHANNEL MANAGEMENT
Youtube is one of those platforms where it needs to be managed full time. From uploads, scheduling, SEO, and A/B testing thumbnails, testing multiple formats, we handle the day-to-day grind so you can focus on content creation. Think of us as your behind-the-scenes YouTube department that's just a phone call away - strategic, creative, and an agency ready to scale with you - we're not just one of those typical production companies, we're a creative extension of your team.
Let’s talk video!
If you're looking for a London or New York based Youtube & Social First Video production company that oozes creativity and will help grow your online following, we're the team for you.
OUR STORY
From humble beginnings and one trendy grandad (yes, there is a real life trendy grandad) best friends and co-founders Stokely and Adam set off with a vision and purpose to help brands make noise on social media and Youtube.
Before we started our video agency, we were Youtube enthusiasts, filmmakers of viral videos and lived and breathe the Youtube platform algorithms. So we decided to build our entire business model around helping brands grow on Youtube with specialist Youtube video production services, Youtube video editing, Youtube strategy & distribution.
It doesn't matter what industry you're in, if you're on Youtube or want to build a Youtube channel, we're the team for you.
OUr RESULTS
OUR CLIENT SUCCESS & REviews
Don't just take our word for it, see what our brands have to say about our visual storytelling, videography, people & results driven performance creative.
INCREASED CVR BY 5.3%
We couldn't ask for more from a video production company as part of our extended team, an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. They not only increased our conversion rate b 5.3% but they increased our YOY revenue by 124%. From the storyboard, sound and lighting to the animation and graphics they truly understand how to create social first commercial ads. Their whole video crew are full of good talented people, and vibes! They really look after you and immerse themselves in our brand, going above and beyond, flexible in scope and accommodating last minute video solutions yet still producing an exceptional results. The work reflects their professionalism and creativity, you'll be in very safe hands - top, top ecommerce London based video production company & creative studio.
MICHAEL NGO | DIGITAL PROJECT MANAGER | ROCKS OFF
385k views in 2 Months
In two months of working with Trendy Grandad we achieved results that had previously taken us a year. TG helped us build YouTube content unlike anything else in our industry. Together we’ve driven 358K views in two months with an average watch time of over 8 minutes. That’s a lifetime on social – which tells me that Trendy Grandad know how to make content that people actually want to watch. The team know exactly how to develop interesting stories and bring them to life in a social-first way. And helpfully, they’re also genuinely nice blokes. From expert casting, cinematography and pre-production, right through to post-production and delivery, Trendy Grandad have repeatedly pulled out all the stops to deliver high quality content. That’s really all we could ever ask for.
AJ BRINNAND| SOCIAL MEDIA LEAD | QUICKBOOKS
A QUALITY VIDEO TEAM!
Trendy Grandad didn’t just launch our most impactful campaign to date—they brought the heart of our mission and the spirit of our brand to life. Their approach was thoughtful, creative and grounded in deep understanding. From the outset, they understood our marketing goals and the emotional image we wanted to convey.There was exceptional quality across every stage of production—casting, scripting, filming, and post. The final project, a brand film supported by stunning creative assets. Some were brought to tears. Their passion and professionalism elevated everything. They weren’t just a supplier—they became an extension of our team. We’ve never had such a strong emotional response to our content, and that’s a testament to their unique way of doing things. We’re incredibly grateful.
DIJANA RADISEVIC| HEAD OF MARKETING | STAGECOACH
INcreased roas by 5.78x
I wanted to work with a London based Youtube video production agency that understood our business, our objectives and would help us stand-out from our competitors. Trendy Grandad's crew ooze creative ideas and help showcase even the most challenging requests in a creative, storytelling and engaging way. One thing that always stands out is that they care about results first, not just how a video or creative looks. From their video animation skills to their documentary film production skills, Trendy Grandad are receptive to our feedback, which makes it a stress-free process, transparent and with clear goals. I have already broadcast their team to my network & I would highly recommend the crew if you're looking for a fun & non-corporate social-first specialist video production company in London.
COBY BULL | OWNER | JOEL & SONS
INCREASED ROAS BY 25%
Working with Trendy Grandad video production was not only a joy & pleasure, they delivered the best possible video, creative assets and campaign, to set us up for brilliant conversion over our peak period and the launch of our new product range. They made any changes to creative storyboard possible throughout the creative & digital project & on the days of the shoot, they brought a professional, calm and knowledgeable aura to the table, that ensured everyone continued to work hard and get the best execution. They also took so much care to understand our values, branding and promotional campaign. We are already outperforming any previous cinematography in terms of ROAS on Meta by 25% and our engagement and trends are rising everyday! Would highly recommend them for your video project!
SUE RITZDORF | MARKETING DIRECTOR | PROVIZ
INCREASED ROAS BY 25%
Working with Trendy Grandad has completely changed the way we think about video. As a video production company in London, they bring a truly fresh approach, creative but not corporate, strategic but always human. From the moment we shared our brief, they asked the right questions, understood our customers, and quickly turned our rough concept into a standout commercial that captured the exact image we wanted. They delivered high quality work across multiple projects, with sharp scripts, clever ideas, and a tone that actually speaks to real businesses and real people. We’ve used the content at events, in marketing, and across social. The final video didn't just look great, it felt right for our brand. Contact them if you're looking for a team that truly gets what makes great content.
NICK WATTS | MARKETING DIRECTOR | RENAPUR
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London: 020 3151 4948
Manchester: 0161 401 0017
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Trendy Grandad Shoreditch HQ
Protein Studios, Shoreditch,
31 New Inn yard, London, UK, EC21 3EY
Manchester:
Trendy Grandad Deansgate HQ
The Colney, 70 Great Ancoats St, Manchester, UK, M4 5BG
New York:
Trendy Grandad Manhattan HQ
The Farm Soho, 1178 Broadway 3rd floor, New York, NY 10001, United States
END TO END VIDEO PRODUCTION SERVICES
SOCIAL & YOUTUBE STRATEGY
Before we even pick up a camera and start on your video productions, we sit down with you (and a cuppa) to talk social & Youtube strategy. Why? Because nailing your video production strategy from the start is what sets everything else up for success. As our client, we want to know what your content goals are, who your audience is, and what your brand messaging should scream (or whisper!) . Whether you're after a high number of viral-worthy social clips or long-form YouTube series that build serious brand loyalty, we build a strategic roadmap around that. Think of this as your video GPS - no guesswork, just clear creative direction. We dig deep into your business goals, channel insights, and industry benchmarks so that your video content isn’t just “nice”, it works. Whether you're launching a campaign or building a channel, this strategy step is where the magic begins.
IDEATION
Now we’re talking a creative concept, big juicy ideas, and video content planning that gets people watching and sharing - and gets you as our client, excited. Ideation is where the fun really kicks off and the stories are created. We throw ideas around like confetti-only the kind that actually sticks. Whether it's a sketch for a new YouTube series or branded content that brings your product to life, this is the jam session before the symphony. We'll map out multiple video ideas and stories that align with your brand, tone, and goals. Not every idea makes the cut-but the ones that do? They pack a punch. Our team lives and breathes content creation, always with one eye on what’s trending and what grabs attention and one on what actually works. We collaborate closely with you to make sure every idea is bang on-brand and bang on budget. From rough ideas and creating a storyboard concept of a winning format, this is where creative muscle meets strategy and really starts to grab attention. Next up, casting & storyboard design!
CASTING
You can have the best camera gear in the world, but if the on-screen talent doesn’t click, your content and productions can fall flat. We're an agency that has over a decade of experience, casting for some of the UK's largest brands - we take casting seriously. From content creators and influencers to voiceover artists and actors, we’ve got a contact list that runs deep. We’re always thinking: who’s going to bring this to life? We’ll find people who match your brand energy, speak to your audience, and know how to deliver on-screen presence like pros. Whether you need someone charismatic for YouTube content or diverse talent for a brand video, we handle the casting process end-to-end. We source, screen, and secure the right people so you don’t have to. It’s not just about finding a face or number; it’s about finding the perfect person to tell your story for your productions.
SCRIPTING
Let’s talk words. Script writing is where we shape your story into something tight, snappy, and scroll-stopping. Whether it’s an Youtube-first educational video, branded Youtube ad commercial, or a YouTube series opener, video script writing is where we distil your brand messaging into something viewers actually want to hear. No fluff, no filler - just solid storytelling with a strong hook and clean structure - this is how we create incredible Youtube & social-first films! We write with tone and tempo, always thinking about how to keep audiences engaged from frame one to final call-to-action. And yes, everything is tailored to your brand voice-because a bland script makes for bland videos, and we don’t do bland. If you're after clarity, creativity, and content that flows like a good Netflix binge, our script writing process is built to deliver that and more.
FILMING
When it’s go-time, we roll deep. Shoot day is where your ideas become real, and as a full-service video production company, we bring the whole film crew. Think: directors, camera operators, producers, lighting techs, studios, filming out in the field - the lot. We also bring the best equipment; Think: Cameras, lights, props, sound equipment and lots and lots of tape! Whether we're filming in a studio, out in the field on the streets of London, or halfway up a mountain, we manage every aspect of the shoot so you don’t have to stress. We might have told you already, but cinematography for Youtube & social media is kinda our thing. We know shoot days and productions can be intense, which is why we keep things professional, efficient, and (most importantly) fun. From managing schedules and call sheets to making sure the snacks are decent, we’ve got you. It’s this level of detail and energy that ensures your video and film production runs like clockwork, and the results speak for themselves - next up, into the edit suite.
LIGHTING
Lighting makes or breaks a shot, and we’re absolute nerds about it. The difference between ‘meh’ and ‘wow’ often comes down to the lighting setup & equipment - in fact, apart from the cinematography, it's pretty much everything! Whether we’re going for a clean commercial film look or something more stylised and cinematic, our lighting game is tight. We use professional-grade lighting rigs to sculpt the frame and match the mood of your video content. Harsh shadows? Only when they’re intentional. Flat lighting? Not on our watch. Every shot is treated with care to give your visuals a high-end film like polish. Our team adjusts on the fly depending on the setting - be it natural light, studio, or low-light locations we own or rent in the lighting equipment needed for every style of shoot. Basically, we make sure your brand looks as sharp as it deserves to, ready for Youtube broadcast.
EDITING
Now we hit the edit suite, where all the raw footage, sound & graphics comes together to tell your story. Video editing isn’t just snipping clips together-it’s where your brand message gets sharpened and polished. From colour grading, Youtube documentaries and cutting for pace to audio tweaks and motion graphics, our post-production editing process is robust. We use Frame.io for smooth collaborations and productions, allowing you to give real-time feedback, timestamped to the second. Whether you’re after fast-paced social edits, social-first Youtube documentaries or longer-form branded Youtube content, we edit with your goals and your audience in mind. Turnaround is swift, quality is premium, and delivery is seamless. Our editors are part storyteller, part surgeon - making sure every frame & every sound effect earns its place - some call us social-first video editing wizards, but we'll let you be the judge of that.
ANIMATION
Sometimes real-world footage just isn’t enough - and that’s where our animation services come in. Whether it’s branded motion graphics, 2D social-first explainers, or 3D product reveals, we’ve got the skills in-house to make your content pop. Our animators work closely with the script writing pros and editing team to ensure every visual element tells a story and fits your brand identity. We can create animated intros, lower thirds, logo stings, and full-on animated explainer videos that simplify even the most complex topics. Whether it’s for a tech SaaS brand's Youtube channel, Youtube style documentaries or an ecommerce product's social accounts, or just something cool for your YouTube channel - animation with slick sound design helps give your content that extra edge. And yeah, we make it look slick as hell. What's the last piece of the puzzle?
Delivery, distribution & broadcast. Lets get it!
WHAT DOES A MONTHLY RETAINER LOOK LIKE?
One of the fastest ways to grow on Youtube is to upload consistently and is crucial to your success. To achieve this you need an 'always on' content generation machine plugged into your brand channel. That's what our monthly retainers look like, an Youtube specialist extension of your team and not just lots of projects.
Our clients benefit from our specialist creative minds on a regular basis, have proven pre-built systems and have a consistent feed of videos being uploaded out on their socials & Youtube channels. We get that, and that's why whether you're looking for Youtube documentaries, Youtube videos or social-first Youtube shorts, we consider ourselves a video production agency that will never let you down.
WHat's TRENDY GRANDAD's PROCESS?
At Trendy Grandad, we’re a YouTube video production company that partners with brands on a monthly retainer to consistently create scroll-stopping content. From concept, pre-production, communication to final cut, our process is built around storytelling that works across social platforms and formats.
We handle everything - from script writing and casting to filming and editing - so that your footage isn’t just beautiful, it’s strategic. With a sharp focus on Youtube-first video marketing, we ensure each production hits the mark, drives engagement, and delivers lasting impact on YouTube, social media and beyond. (Did buzz lightyear write this?)
HOW MUCH DOES VIDEO project COST?
Video can cost £500, it can cost £50,000. We are very transparent when it comes to cost & why this question is so difficult to answer is because there are so many factors to video and film production. The reality is, if you're looking to grow on Youtube, the average cost would be anywhere between £5,000 to £20,000 a month and this would need to be invested for a couple of years.
If you're a premium brand, you will want a good looking set, high quality talent, vibey footage and a high quality production - this won't be a small amount of money. Our best advice is to find as many references as you can to put in your brief so the production company you choose has an idea of your expectations. Secondly, if you have a budget, share this with us, as it helps us in the ideation stage come up with an idea that fits in with your costs.
WILL TRENDY GRANDAD FILM ANYWHERE?
Trendy Grandad have physical offices in London, Manchester & New York City. However, we have filmed in the field most corners of the world. We regularly film on location in the UK & America however have filmed for National Geographic in Switzerland and a online commercial in New Zealand - all part of our great video production service.
So, yes, we travel and film in the field a lot!
WHY DO YOU SPECIALISE IN YOUTUBE?
We create Youtube videos, not just videos. This has been video agencies mantra and vision from the start and the reason why most brands fail in the Youtube space. Because they treat Youtube as their video dumping ground or attack it like they would a meta strategy. Youtube is an entirely new planet and with that, it needs a seperate strategy, budget & approach.
Over the years we've become experts in building & growing channels for brands that want to build a community and new revenue stream in the Youtube world.
Arguably, we are the now considered one of London & New York's leading Youtube & Social first specialist video production companies. So, if you're looking for a London based video production or New York based Youtube video production team - lets chat!
WHAT ARE YOUR VIDEO PRODUCTION SERVICES?
Trendy Grandad offer full end to end video production services. What do we mean by that?
Well, from co-writing your brief to strategy, ideation, casting, location scouting, filming, lighting, editing, animation & Youtube channel management - we pretty much do it all!
When it comes to creating a video project that grabs attention, we hold over a two decades worth on expertise - some would say we're next level! (But we'll let you be the judges of that!)
Ofcourse we have fun and work with a smile - all part of our end to end video production service!
OUR VIDEO
PRODUCTION
resulTs
Since the birth of our Youtube video production company our goal was deliver viral Youtube videos for some of the world's largest brands & creators.
It's fair to say, through our expertise and working in the Youtube industry primarily, we've reached that goal.
In the last decade we have had the pleasure of working with some incredible brands and channels, with now over 95% of clients retained with us. We're not your usual production company - some call us video editing wizards!
VIDEOS CREATED
Our vision from the start was to create highly engaging social videos. We've now produced over 300 video projects, for many brands and channels, all over the world. Because of that we now have over 100tb of footage stored on our internal hardrives - how insane is that!
INDUSTRy
experience
From short form storytelling to creator led Youtube videos & brand videos our Youtube video production experience combined spans across two decades across our 7 year old production company!
GENERATED
Ultimately, our goal is to grow our clients Youtube channels & create more money for them. That's exactly why we call ourselves a Youtube specialist video marketing company and not just a standard production company.
Our blog
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