Your brand’s future deserves intelligence—both strategic and visual.
How We Help Premium Brands Win
Ford Media Lab is more than a creative studio—we’re your Visual Intelligence partners. Whether you’re launching a new product or building long-term brand equity, our integrated approach delivers both visionary strategy and flawless creative, powered by next-gen AI tools. Let’s architect your future together.
What We Offer
1. Visual Intelligence Consulting
Brand strategy + visual audits
Category leadership roadmaps
Content and campaign planning
Ongoing advisory/retainer partnerships
2. Studio & AI-Enhanced Production
Commercial, product, and lifestyle photography
AI-generated and AI-enhanced assets
Stop-motion, video, and campaign creative
Pre- and post-production, retouching, motion, and more
3. Brand Execution & Growth
Multi-channel content rollout
Strategic asset libraries
Performance optimization
Collaboration and long-term management
How We Work With Clients
Choose your path:
A. Visual Intelligence Retainers
Recommended for premium brands & ongoing partnerships
Category leadership, consulting, production, and asset management—one unified team.
Typical retainer: $12,000–$25,000/month (customized by project scope, complexity, and volume).
Quarterly or annual contracts available.
B. Creative Project Engagements
Best for product launches or campaigns
Studio & digital content engagements built for impact.
Minimum engagement: $15,000 for project-based campaigns
Fully customized, with transparent estimates & timelines.
C. Hourly Strategic & AI Studio Rate
For flexible, fast-moving digital work and visual consulting
Visual Intelligence/strategy, creative direction, AI content creation, remote editing, digital consults.
Our hourly rate: $375/hr
Ideal for rapid prototyping, digital asset exploration, or partnerships that don’t need a full shoot.
Our Process (What to Expect)
Discovery
Intro call or intake form—tell us about your vision, pain points, and goals.Strategy Alignment
We develop a visual consulting scope and/or production plan—clear estimates for both retainer and project options.Creative Development
Custom shot lists, mood boards, brand strategy, and role of AI defined before production begins.Collaboration
Live shoot feedback (in-studio or remote), virtual approvals, and proactive communications throughout.Delivery & Optimization
Fast-turnaround for digital delivery. Post-launch support and performance tracking for retainers.
FAQs
When should I choose a retainer vs. a project?
Retainers are ideal for brands needing integrated strategy, ongoing production, and business partnership.
Projects are best for one-off product launches or single campaigns.
What is your typical timeline?
Strategic onboarding: 1–2 weeks
Creative planning: 1–2 weeks
Studio/AI production: as little as 1–4 days
Delivery: 10–14 business days for most assets
How do we get started?
Fill out our Client Intake Form or schedule a consultation. We’ll provide a custom proposal, timeline, and recommendations.
Still have questions?
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