COMPARISON
Subscription, freelancer or agency?
Three common ways to get short-form video made. Each fits a different situation. Here is how they compare on the things that matter when you need to post every week.
SIDE BY SIDE
How the three compare
| FREELANCER | TRADITIONAL AGENCY | P8 SUBSCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price model | Per project or per hour | Retainer or project quote | Fixed price per video, published |
| Predictability | Varies by seller | Depends on the scope agreed | Fixed number of videos each month |
| Consistency across videos | Depends on who is available | Usually a dedicated team | Same presenter and brand rules in every episode |
| Your time | You brief and manage each job | Meetings and approvals | About 15 minutes a month for the topic plan |
| Commitment | None, but you restart each time | Often several months | Monthly plans: cancel before the next billing date |
Comparison of typical models, not of any specific company. Your experience will depend on who you hire.
HOW TO CHOOSE
A simple rule
If you need one video, hire a freelancer. If you need a full campaign with strategy and media buying, talk to a traditional agency. If you need to post every week and want the cost and the output to be predictable, a subscription is built for that.
Not sure? Start with the 3-video pilot. At the launch price it costs $315 in total and shows you how the process works before you commit to a monthly plan.
QUESTIONS
Good to know.
When is a freelancer the better choice?
For a single project or a very specific style, when you can manage the work yourself and a delay would not hurt.
When is a traditional agency the better choice?
When you need strategy, media buying and a dedicated team for a large campaign, and a retainer fits your budget.
When does a subscription make sense?
When you want a steady flow of short videos at a predictable price, without managing several people or negotiating each project.
Can I switch later?
Yes. Monthly plans can be cancelled before the next billing date, so you can start with a pilot and change course.
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