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WORLD CLASS
Performance Creative Video Production
Ultimately brands care about revenue first, our expert performance creative knowledge unlocks how ecommerce, retailer & dtc brands can use creative to increase their return on ad spends, decrease ad fatigue and increase their click through rates.
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If you're looking for a London based video production company that oozes creativity, we're the crew for you!
Let’s talk!
If you're looking for a London based video production company that oozes creativity, we're the crew for you!
So, what is Performance Creative & why should you use Trendy Grandad?
Performance Creative is videos, images & graphics that is specifically created to sell products or services. Often used by ecommerce, retailer & dtc brands to increase their performance marketing metrics, when strategic ads are created brands often see growth and an increase in conversion.
Why trust Trendy Grandad for your performance creative ads? Simple—we know what converts. We've spent the last decade crafting scroll-stopping paid ad creatives for dozens of brands, across industries and platforms. From punchy 6-second hooks to high-retention UGC, we know how to grab attention, drive action, and keep ROAS healthy. Our creatives aren’t just pretty—they’re strategic, insight-led, and built to perform in the wild. Whether it’s Meta, TikTok or YouTube, we’ve tested, learned, and scaled what works. So if you want performance ads that don’t just look good but actually deliver, you’re in the right place.
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Since incorporation our drive to deliver beautiful visuals with winning results is what fuels our agency and our track record to do so, is second to none.
If you're looking for a non-corporate video agency that likes to make noise & create impact, we're your people. Let's chat.
Our drive to deliver beautiful visuals with winning results is what fuels our agency.
See, we're not just any video production company, we're number people! Meaning we understand how to use video content to generate you a return on your investment as well create noise & impact.
Trusted by
Since incorporation our drive to deliver beautiful visuals with winning results is what fuels our agency and our track record to do so, is second to none.
If you're looking for a non-corporate video agency that likes to make noise & create impact, we're your people. Let's chat.
Our drive to deliver beautiful visuals with winning results is what fuels our agency.
See, we're not just any video production company, we're number people! Meaning we understand how to use video content to generate you a return on your investment as well create noise & impact.
BORN IN LONDON & NEW YORK, TRUSTED BY WORLD LEADING BRANDS & YOUTUBERS
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 based 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.
Email us: Hello@trendygrandad.com
OUR STORY
From humble beginnings and one trendy grandad (yes, there is a real life trendy grandad) best friends and co-founders, directors 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 and directors 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.
Why should you trust Trendy Grandad with your performance creative video production?
We’re usually pretty modest, but since you asked… Our team has been in the digital video production business for over a decade, partnering with brands across all creative areas. So, we know exactly what it takes to craft a one-of-a-kind video (and trust us, it’s not easy). But it's not just our experience in creating videos that make money that sets us apart - we genuinely love making performance creative and tying our creative output to results. We are nerds and creatives!
The difference between performance creative and traditional video production is like comparing a sprint to a marathon, let us prove it to you;
Traditional video production is your classic approach—big budgets, lengthy timelines, and polished visuals meant to make an emotional or lasting impact. Think of it like a Hollywood film: beautiful, carefully crafted, and aiming to tell a great story, sometimes without an immediate need for results.
Performance creative, on the other hand, is the data-driven speedster. It’s all about producing quick, conversion-focused content, designed to grab attention and drive measurable actions (like clicks or sales). It’s nimble, optimized for performance (hence the name), and often built for social media or online ads. Think snackable, bite-sized videos that adapt fast, test faster, and perform even faster.
One wants you to remember it forever; the other just wants you to click “buy now."
How is a performance creative agency different to a traditional video production company?
Trendy Grandad started as a traditional video production company creating one-off video ads for brands & businesses. However, we soon realised that brands cared far more about their revenue and the shelf life of a large expensive video didn't fulfil their marketing needs. That's why we believe incorporating creative strategy & managed testing blended with our performance creative offering truly helps increase our customers bottom line. Now, 90% of our customers work with Trendy Grandad on a monthly subscription basis to deliver highly converting performance creative consistently; ultimately reducing ad fatigue, increasing click through rates & increasing return on ad spend.
What is our experience in performance creative?
Our experience in performance creative is built on over a decade of producing high-converting ad content for some of the world’s most ambitious brands. We’ve delivered thousands of performance assets across Meta, TikTok, YouTube and beyond—ranging from UGC-style videos to graphic carousels and direct-response hooks. We don’t guess what works; we test, learn, and iterate based on real data. From day-one startups to global giants, we’ve helped brands scale their ROAS through creative that’s designed to stop the scroll and drive action.
Should you invest in a performance creative video retainer?
A performance creative retainer is like having a personal trainer for your marketing—constantly working to keep things in top shape. Instead of one-off projects where you hope everything goes right, a retainer gives you ongoing, strategic support with regular content updates and optimisations.
Why is that good for you? Well, it means you’re always armed with fresh, high-performing creative. You can test different ideas, refine what’s working, and quickly pivot if something’s not hitting the mark. It’s flexible, data-driven, and allows you to adapt to changing trends or audience behaviours without starting from scratch every time.
In short, it’s a steady pipeline of content that’s tuned to deliver results—so you’re not just keeping up, you’re staying ahead.
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"The Trendy Grandad crew ooze creativity"
Working with TrendyGrandad 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 storytelling 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 just ooze creativity and know social media video production like the back of their hand, they also took so much care to understand our values, branding and advertising campaign which made a huge difference to the final output! We are already outperforming any previous creative in terms of ROAS on Meta by 25% and our engagement and trends are rising everyday! Would highly recommend them for your next collaboration or campaign!
Sue Ritzdorf | Chief Marketing Officer | Proviz Sports
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Frequently asked questions
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, a Youtube specialist extension of your team and not just lots of projects. Some say we're next level, but we'll let you decide!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 a Youtube documentary, Youtube videos or social-first Youtube shorts, we consider ourselves a video production agency that will never let you down.
WHAT IS TRENDY
GRANDADS 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 A
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 top level 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!