{"id":9755,"date":"2026-07-09T09:20:45","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T07:20:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/"},"modified":"2026-07-31T08:41:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T06:41:54","slug":"tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"TV Commercial Costs in 2026: What Do Production and Airtime Really Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"9755\" class=\"elementor elementor-9755 elementor-9646\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3bc9d811 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3bc9d811\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57fe328 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"57fe328\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1a1a2e 0%, #16213e 100%); padding: 80px 20px 60px; text-align: center;\">\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#TV_Commercial_Costs_in_2026_What_Do_Production_and_Airtime_Really_Cost\" >TV Commercial Costs in 2026: What Do Production and Airtime Really Cost?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#The_short_answer_Heres_how_much_a_TV_commercial_will_cost_in_2026\" >The short answer: Here&#8217;s how much a TV commercial will cost in 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Production_Costs_The_Price_Table\" >Production Costs: The Price Table<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#The_most_important_difference_production_vs_broadcast\" >The most important difference: production vs. broadcast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#The_Cost_of_Airtime_From_Regional_TV_to_Prime_Time\" >The Cost of Airtime: From Regional TV to Prime Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#The_6_Cost_Factors_in_Commercial_Production\" >The 6 Cost Factors in Commercial Production<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#1_Concept_and_Storyboard\" >1. Concept and Storyboard<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#2_Shooting_Days_Cast_and_Locations\" >2. Shooting Days, Cast, and Locations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#3_Buyouts_and_Rights_of_Use\" >3. Buyouts and Rights of Use<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#4_Post-Production_and_VFX\" >4. Post-Production and VFX<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#5_Music_and_Sound_Design\" >5. Music and Sound Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#6_Network_Clearance_and_Formats\" >6. Network Clearance and Formats<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Is_TV_Advertising_Worth_It_for_Small_and_Medium-Sized_Businesses\" >Is TV Advertising Worth It for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#One_commercial_many_channels_secondary_use\" >One commercial, many channels: secondary use<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Heres_How_a_TV_Commercial_Is_Produced\" >Here&#8217;s How a TV Commercial Is Produced<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Hidden_costs_you_should_know_about\" >Hidden costs you should know about<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_TV_Commercial_Costs\" >Frequently Asked Questions About TV Commercial Costs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#How_much_does_a_30-second_commercial_cost\" >How much does a 30-second commercial cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#How_much_does_TV_advertising_cost_on_RTL_or_ProSieben\" >How much does TV advertising cost on RTL or ProSieben?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Is_TV_advertising_worth_it_for_small_businesses\" >Is TV advertising worth it for small businesses?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#How_long_should_a_TV_commercial_be\" >How long should a TV commercial be?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#What_are_buyouts_and_why_do_they_cost_extra\" >What are buyouts, and why do they cost extra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Can_I_also_use_the_TV_commercial_online\" >Can I also use the TV commercial online?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_produce_a_TV_commercial\" >How long does it take to produce a TV commercial?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Conclusion_Two_Budgets_One_Strategy\" >Conclusion: Two Budgets, One Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/tv-commercial-costs-in-2026-what-do-production-and-airtime-really-cost\/#Are_you_planning_a_TV_commercial\" >Are you planning a TV commercial?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 style=\"color: #ffffff; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 38px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0 auto; max-width: 900px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TV_Commercial_Costs_in_2026_What_Do_Production_and_Airtime_Really_Cost\"><\/span>TV Commercial Costs in 2026: What Do Production and Airtime Really Cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 18px; margin: 25px auto 0; max-width: 700px;\">From 8,000 euros for a regional ad to a six-figure prime-time campaign\u2014the honest guide to production and airtime costs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #cccccc; font-size: 15px; margin-top: 20px;\">Reading time: 11 minutes | Updated: July 2026<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 50px 20px 0;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">TV advertising sounds like it requires a big budget\u2014and it can. But there\u2019s a world of difference between a regional 30-second spot and a national prime-time campaign. Anyone who understands the cost dynamics will discover that by 2026, TV advertising will also be accessible to small and medium-sized businesses, especially in the regional and addressable TV sectors.  <\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">We&#8217;ve produced TV commercials that aired nationwide\u2014from <a style=\"color: #00bcd4;\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/portfolio\/lidl-commercial\/\">the viral Lidl commercial \u201cItaliamo\u201d<\/a> to the <a style=\"color: #00bcd4;\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/portfolio\/swr-cause-of-the-heart-charity-tv-spot\/\">charity commercial for the SWR campaign \u201cHerzenssache<\/a>.\u201d In this guide, you&#8217;ll find the figures for both cost categories: production and airtime. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 40px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_short_answer_Heres_how_much_a_TV_commercial_will_cost_in_2026\"><\/span>The short answer: Here&#8217;s how much a TV commercial will cost in 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00BCD4; background: #f0fbfd; padding: 25px 30px; margin-top: 25px;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin: 0;\"><strong>In 2026, the production of a professional TV commercial will cost between 8,000 and 50,000 euros<\/strong> \u2014simple commercials start at 8,000 euros, while elaborate productions featuring actors and multiple days of filming cost 25,000 to 50,000 euros, <strong>and<\/strong> national high-end campaigns cost significantly more. <strong>On top of that are the airtime costs:<\/strong> on regional TV, from 500 to 2,000 euros per broadcast; on national commercial networks during prime time, 60,000 to 100,000 euros per 30 seconds. Production and airtime are two separate budgets\u2014if you confuse the two, your calculations will be wrong. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Production_Costs_The_Price_Table\"><\/span>Production Costs: The Price Table<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin: 20px 0 30px;\">The realistic cost of producing a broadcast-ready commercial:<\/p>\n\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #1a1a2e; color: white;\">\n<th style=\"padding: 16px 20px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Budget<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 16px 20px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Category<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 16px 20px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">What You Get<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">8,000\u201315,000 euros<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\">Regional<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #666;\">20\u201330-second spot, 1 day of filming, focus on real employees or the product, broadcast-ready formats, suitable for regional TV<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">15,000\u201325,000 euros<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\">Standard<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #666;\">Concept-driven commercial, professional actors, 1\u20132 days of filming, sound design, color grading, online versions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">25,000\u201350,000 euros<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\">Premium<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #666;\">Elaborate production, casting, multiple locations, VFX\/motion design, national buyouts, campaign adaptations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">50,000+ euros<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px;\">High-end<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; color: #666;\">National campaign featuring a star-studded cast, CGI, stunts, and international adaptations\u2014the classic corporate commercial<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<div style=\"background:#1a1a2e;border-radius:8px;padding:32px 28px;text-align:center;margin:40px auto;max-width:800px;\">\n<p style=\"color:#ffffff;font-family:Montserrat,sans-serif;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 10px;\">How much will your project cost, specifically?<\/p>\n<p style=\"color:#cfd8e3;font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 auto 24px;max-width:560px;\">Tell us briefly what you have in mind\u2014during the free initial consultation, you&#8217;ll receive an honest assessment with no obligation.<\/p>\n<a href=\"tel:+4961190067225\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#00BCD4;color:#1a1a2e;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;padding:14px 30px;border-radius:4px;font-size:17px;margin:6px;\">Call now: 0611 90067225<\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/4917625121220?text=Hallo%2C%20ich%20interessiere%20mich%20f%C3%BCr%20eine%20Videoproduktion.\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#25D366;color:#ffffff;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;padding:14px 30px;border-radius:4px;font-size:17px;margin:6px;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Send a WhatsApp message<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"background:#1a1a2e;border-radius:8px;padding:32px 28px;text-align:center;margin:40px auto;max-width:800px;\">\n<p style=\"color:#ffffff;font-family:Montserrat,sans-serif;font-size:22px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 10px;\">How much will your project cost, specifically?<\/p>\n<p style=\"color:#cfd8e3;font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;margin:0 auto 24px;max-width:560px;\">Tell us briefly what you have in mind\u2014during the free initial consultation, you&#8217;ll receive an honest assessment with no obligation.<\/p>\n<a href=\"tel:+4961190067225\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#00BCD4;color:#1a1a2e;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;padding:14px 30px;border-radius:4px;font-size:17px;margin:6px;\">Call now: 0611 90067225<\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/4917625121220?text=Hallo%2C%20ich%20interessiere%20mich%20f%C3%BCr%20eine%20Videoproduktion.\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#25D366;color:#ffffff;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;padding:14px 30px;border-radius:4px;font-size:17px;margin:6px;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Send a WhatsApp message<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #888; margin-top: 15px;\">All prices are net, representing production costs only, excluding airtime.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_most_important_difference_production_vs_broadcast\"><\/span>The most important difference: production vs. broadcast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">The most common calculation error in TV advertising: lumping production and airtime costs together. <strong>Production<\/strong> covers the cost of creating your commercial\u2014a one-time expense. <strong>Airtime<\/strong> covers the cost of broadcast time\u2014per airing, either through a media agency or directly with the broadcaster. A commercial with \u20ac15,000 in production costs can run on a regional placement budget of \u20ac5,000 or a national media budget of \u20ac500,000. The commercial is the same\u2014but the reach is not.    <\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">As a rule of thumb for a reasonable balance: The media budget should be at least two to three times the production costs. If you invest 30,000 euros in a commercial and 2,000 euros in airtime, you\u2019re compromising production quality. Conversely, a cheap commercial with an expensive media budget undermines the brand\u2019s impact.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<figure style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 45px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 6px;\" src=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/02-mid-schaltung.webp\" alt=\"A family watches TV commercials in the living room in the evening\u2014a metaphor for the cost of airing a TV commercial\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<div style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Cost_of_Airtime_From_Regional_TV_to_Prime_Time\"><\/span>The Cost of Airtime: From Regional TV to Prime Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin: 20px 0 30px;\">Estimated costs for a 30-second commercial (one airing):<\/p>\n\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #1a1a2e; color: white;\">\n<th style=\"padding: 16px 20px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Context<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 16px 20px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Cost per broadcast<\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 16px 20px; text-align: left; font-weight: 600;\">Who it&#8217;s suitable for<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\">Regional &#038; Local TV<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">\u20ac500\u20132,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #666;\">Small and medium-sized businesses with a regional catchment area, e.g., the Rhine-Main region<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\">Addressable TV \/ Connected TV<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">Starting at approximately \u20ac5,000 campaign budget<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #666;\">Targeted ad delivery on smart TVs, with regional targeting available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\">Public broadcasting (ZDF advertising slots)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">approx. \u20ac15,000\u201320,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #666;\">Reputable setting, older target audiences with high purchasing power<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\">Private Broadcasters, Off-Peak Times<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">\u20ac5,000\u201320,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #666;\">National reach on a moderate budget<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px;\">Prime Time (RTL, ProSieben, etc.)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; font-weight: 600; color: #00bcd4;\">\u20ac60,000\u2013100,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 16px 20px; color: #666;\">National brand campaigns with a six-figure media budget<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #888; margin-top: 15px;\">Advertising costs fluctuate seasonally: Winter and evening slots are significantly more expensive than summer and morning slots.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_6_Cost_Factors_in_Commercial_Production\"><\/span>The 6 Cost Factors in Commercial Production<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Concept_and_Storyboard\"><\/span>1. Concept and Storyboard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">30 seconds leave no room for error. A TV commercial thrives on an idea that grabs attention in a matter of seconds\u2014and that doesn\u2019t just happen by chance. Concept development, storyboarding, and animatics are the creative core of every good commercial and account for 10\u201320% of the budget.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Shooting_Days_Cast_and_Locations\"><\/span>2. Shooting Days, Cast, and Locations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">Professional actors charge daily rates ranging from 500 to 2,500 euros, plus location rentals, set design, makeup, and styling. A well-thought-out shooting schedule gets more done in one day than poor planning would in two. <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Buyouts_and_Rights_of_Use\"><\/span>3. Buyouts and Rights of Use<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">The classic example of an underestimated expense: Actors\u2019 fees cover the day of filming\u2014broadcasting on TV costs extra. Buyouts are based on duration of use, territory, and channels. A one-year national TV buyout can double or even quadruple the fee. Always clarify buyout terms before casting.   <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Post-Production_and_VFX\"><\/span>4. Post-Production and VFX<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">Editing, color grading, and mixing are standard. Motion design, compositing, and 3D elements can make post-production the largest single expense\u2014a CGI product shot can easily cost as much as an entire day of filming. <\/p>\n\n<figure style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 45px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 6px;\" src=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/03-mid-postproduktion.webp\" alt=\"Colorist performing color grading on a 30-second TV commercial in the grading suite, with a reference monitor and scopes\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Music_and_Sound_Design\"><\/span>5. Music and Sound Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">TV broadcasts require clear music rights: library music with a TV license starts at a few hundred euros, well-known tracks cost five figures, and original compositions fall somewhere in between. Sound design and voice-over recording (professional voice-over artist: 300\u20131,500 euros plus buyout) are added to that. <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Network_Clearance_and_Formats\"><\/span>6. Network Clearance and Formats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">&#8220;Broadcast-ready&#8221; means: the broadcaster\u2019s technical specifications, loudness standards (EBU R128), and, if applicable, compliance with advertising regulations. In addition, adaptations: 30-, 20-, and 15-second cuts plus online formats. This final production step is often overlooked\u2014and costs between 500 and 3,000 euros, depending on the scope.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_TV_Advertising_Worth_It_for_Small_and_Medium-Sized_Businesses\"><\/span>Is TV Advertising Worth It for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">As of 2026, the honest answer is: yes, under two conditions. First, think regionally\u2014in the Rhine-Main area, you can reach your target audience through regional TV and regional advertising slots on major networks for a fraction of the cost of national advertising. Second, through <strong>addressable TV<\/strong>: Advertising on smart TVs can be targeted by region and audience, with campaigns starting at a media budget of around 5,000 euros. This makes it possible, for the first time, to book advertising on the big screen in the living room without a corporate-level budget.   <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00BCD4; background: #f0fbfd; padding: 25px 30px; margin-top: 25px;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin: 0;\"><strong>Sample Calculation for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses in the Rhine-Main Region:<\/strong> Commercial production: \u20ac12,000 + regional media budget: \u20ac15,000 over 8 weeks = approximately \u20ac27,000 total investment for visibility on the largest screen in the home\u2014including repurposing the commercial on YouTube, pre-movie screenings, and social media.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"One_commercial_many_channels_secondary_use\"><\/span>One commercial, many channels: secondary use<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">A broadcast-ready TV commercial is the highest-quality video asset a company can have\u2014and it should never be limited to TV. The master is used to create YouTube Ads formats (6-second bumpers, 15-second skippable ads), theatrical versions, social media cuts, and website headers. Important: Negotiate usage rights for all channels from the outset\u2014retroactive buyout extensions are more expensive.  <\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">To find out how much the online-only option costs, check out our guide, <a style=\"color: #00bcd4;\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/elementor-9125\/\">\u201cGetting a Promotional Video Made: Costs in 2026<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_How_a_TV_Commercial_Is_Produced\"><\/span>Here&#8217;s How a TV Commercial Is Produced<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 2.0; color: #444; padding-left: 20px; margin-top: 20px;\">\n \t<li><strong>Weeks 1\u20132 \u2014 Briefing &#038; Concept:<\/strong> Objective, Target Audience, Core Message. This leads to two to three commercial ideas with storyboards. <\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Weeks 3\u20134 \u2014 Pre-Production:<\/strong> Casting, locations, shooting schedule, buyout negotiations, and, if necessary, an animatic for approval.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Week 5 \u2014 Filming:<\/strong> One to two intensive days of filming with the full team.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Weeks 6\u20138 \u2014 Post-production:<\/strong> editing, color grading, VFX, music, mixing to loudness standards, voice-over recording.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Weeks 9\u201310 \u2014 Final Production &#038; Clearance:<\/strong> Broadcast-ready masters, length adjustments, online formats, delivery to the broadcaster or media agency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<figure style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 45px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; border-radius: 6px;\" src=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/04-set-moment.webp\" alt=\"An actress and makeup artist in a moment between two takes on a commercial set, with the clapperboard visible\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hidden_costs_you_should_know_about\"><\/span>Hidden costs you should know about<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 2.2; color: #444; padding-left: 20px; margin-top: 20px;\">\n \t<li><strong>Buyout Extensions<\/strong> \u2014 If the campaign runs longer than planned, the performers&#8217; rights become due again<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Music License per Channel<\/strong> \u2014 A TV License Does Not Automatically Cover YouTube and Movie Theaters<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Length adjustments<\/strong> \u2014 each additional cut (20s, 15s, 6s) requires additional editing and mixing work<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Broadcast Delivery<\/strong> \u2014 File Formats, Loudness Check, Broadcast Band Specifications<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Weather-related and cancellation days<\/strong> \u2014 allow for a buffer when filming on location or clarify cancellation insurance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_TV_Commercial_Costs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About TV Commercial Costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_30-second_commercial_cost\"><\/span>How much does a 30-second commercial cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">Production: 8,000 to 50,000 euros, depending on the scope of the project. Broadcast: from 500 euros on regional TV to 100,000 euros for prime-time slots on national commercial networks \u2014 per broadcast. <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_TV_advertising_cost_on_RTL_or_ProSieben\"><\/span>How much does TV advertising cost on RTL or ProSieben?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">During prime time, between 60,000 and 100,000 euros per 30-second spot. Significantly cheaper during off-peak hours and regional advertising slots\u2014in some cases starting at 5,000 euros. <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_TV_advertising_worth_it_for_small_businesses\"><\/span>Is TV advertising worth it for small businesses?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">Regionally, yes: Local TV and addressable TV make television advertising accessible with a media budget starting at around 5,000 euros. Nationally, six-figure budgets are needed for the campaign to be effective. <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_a_TV_commercial_be\"><\/span>How long should a TV commercial be?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">20 to 30 seconds is the standard\u2014long enough for a story, short enough to fit the budget. Shorter clips (15s, 6s) serve as reminders in the campaign. <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_buyouts_and_why_do_they_cost_extra\"><\/span>What are buyouts, and why do they cost extra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">Buyouts refer to the rights to use an actor&#8217;s performance. The daily rate covers only work on set\u2014broadcasts are compensated separately based on duration, region, and channels. <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_also_use_the_TV_commercial_online\"><\/span>Can I also use the TV commercial online?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">Yes\u2014and you should. YouTube, movie theaters, and social media are the natural channels for secondary distribution. Prerequisite: Make sure to license the music and performance rights for these channels from the very beginning.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #00bcd4; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin-top: 35px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_produce_a_TV_commercial\"><\/span>How long does it take to produce a TV commercial?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444;\">From briefing to broadcast-ready master: six to ten weeks. Delivery to the broadcaster requires additional lead time\u2014plan campaign launches at least three months in advance. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"max-width: 800px; margin: 50px auto 0; padding: 0 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #1a1a2e; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Two_Budgets_One_Strategy\"><\/span>Conclusion: Two Budgets, One Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">TV commercial costs consist of two components: production (8,000\u201350,000 euros) and airtime (500 euros for regional broadcasts up to 100,000 euros for prime time). If you consider both aspects together\u2014and plan to use the spot on online channels as well\u2014a single production can serve as the foundation for a complete campaign. <\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">Our price overview, <a href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/video-production-costs-in-2026-an-overview-of-all-prices\/\" style=\"color: #00bcd4;\">\u201cVideo Production Costs 2026: All Prices at a Glance<\/a>,\u201d shows how TV commercial budgets compare to those of all other formats.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.8; color: #444; margin-top: 20px;\">You can find more information about how we work on the <a style=\"color: #00bcd4;\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/services\/advertising-agency\/\">promotional video agency page<\/a>, and related formats under &#8221; <a style=\"color: #00bcd4;\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/services\/image-film\/\">Corporate Video&#8221;<\/a> and in the overview of all <a style=\"color: #00bcd4;\" href=\"https:\/\/eigenart-filmproduktion.de\/en\/services\/\">our services<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #1a1a2e; padding: 60px 20px; text-align: center; margin-top: 60px;\">\n<h2 style=\"color: #ffffff; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_you_planning_a_TV_commercial\"><\/span>Are you planning a TV commercial?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 17px; max-width: 600px; margin: 20px auto 30px;\">Free initial consultation \u2014 from the initial idea to the final broadcast-ready delivery, including an honest assessment of whether TV is the right channel for your goals.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; margin: 0;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #00bcd4; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; padding: 16px 40px; border-radius: 4px;\" href=\"tel:061190067225\">0611-90067225<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 20px;\"><a style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"mailto:info@eigenart-filmproduktion.de\">info@eigenart-filmproduktion.de<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba997d5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ba997d5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c64a969 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"c64a969\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Was kostet ein 30-Sekunden-Werbespot?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Die Produktion: 8.000 bis 50.000 Euro je nach Aufwand. 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