If you’ve landed here, you’re probably tired of asking 5 video producers for quotes and getting numbers ranging from 3,000 to 50,000 lei for “pretty much the same thing”. I get it. The video production market in Moldova is opaque, every studio keeps its prices “negotiable”, and AI ads have added another layer of confusion — because anyone with access to Sora or Veo can say they “do AI video”.
This article is different. I’ll give you the real numbers VIDAI works with in 2026, what each package includes, how it compares to classic filming and — importantly — how to choose correctly so you don’t overpay for what you don’t need or save in a place that ruins the whole result.
What “AI video ads” really means in 2026
Let’s start with a clarification that will save you money. There are three levels of “AI video” on the market right now, and the difference between them is huge:
Level 1 — Raw generation. Someone opens Sora, Veo or another model, writes a prompt, takes 10 seconds of footage and sends it over. It costs 200–500 lei. It looks exactly like it sounds — generic, with no direction, no sound design, no ad rhythm. It doesn’t convert on Meta Ads and doesn’t build a brand. It’s an experiment, not a product.
Level 2 — AI generation + basic editing. Several AI clips stitched together, stock music, some text on top. It costs 800–2000 lei. Fine for casual content, but it doesn’t reach the level of a serious ad.
Level 3 — AI production with professional direction. This is where we work. AI is only the tool — the final product is built as direction + script + post-production in After Effects, color grading and original sound design. In other words, the same workflow as a classic production, except the filming is replaced by AI generation. That gives you a cinematic look at a fraction of the traditional cost, in days rather than weeks.
The difference between level 1 and level 3 isn’t technology — it’s craft. And you can see it in the first 2 seconds of the clip.
VIDAI’s real packages and prices in 2026
We work with three clear packages, with no hidden surprises:
START package — 800 lei
A single clip, delivered as a test. It’s for brands that want to see what a premium AI clip looks like before committing to something bigger. The condition: you already have the concept ready and know what you want. We produce it at a cinematic level, but we don’t take on strategy consulting or scriptwriting.
Useful for: quick validation, a first try, brands that want to see the quality live before a monthly contract.
Not suitable for: serious ad campaigns, launches, high-volume e-commerce. For those you need consistency, meaning Standard or PRO.
STANDARD package — 6000 lei/month
The most requested package, and for good reason. You get 8 clips a month, which works out to ~750 lei per cinematic clip, optimized for Meta Ads, TikTok Ads or organic social. All of them include:
- A hook in the first 2 seconds (a must for social media)
- Burned-in subtitles (most users watch Reels without sound)
- Cinematic color grading
- Original sound design, not stock music
- Format adapted to each platform (9:16, 1:1, 16:9)
- Delivery in 5 working days
This package is calibrated for brands that run ads constantly or have an active presence on TikTok/Instagram. The logic is simple: social media algorithms reward consistent posting, and ads need multiple variants for A/B testing and fatigue management. One clip a month for 5000 lei solves nothing. Eight clips for the same budget build you a marketing machine.
PRO / CAMPAIGN package — from 10,000 lei
This is where you go when your campaign deserves the big budget. PRO includes:
- Clips up to 2 minutes (vs. 15–30 sec in Standard)
- Recurring characters, mascots, AI ambassadors
- Full script and storyboard with dedicated creative direction
- Professional voices (voice-over, multilingual if needed)
- Original music or a premium license
- Advanced cinematic effects (complex compositing in After Effects, simulations, film-level grading)
- Multiple variants for A/B testing in ads
- Delivery in 10 working days
PRO is for product launches, seasonal campaigns, brand films and high-impact corporate presentations. It’s not for “a prettier clip on Instagram” — it’s for when you need your video to look like an international TV commercial.
Comparison with classic filming in Moldova
This is the part you should read carefully, because it’s counterintuitive.
If you order a basic classic shoot in Chisinau — a cameraman comes with a camera, films for 30 minutes at your office, cuts it quickly and gives you the clip with no effects or cinematic grading — you pay around 5000 lei. That’s a real market price. There’s nothing wrong with it if you need a simple informational piece, like an interview with the CEO or a tour of your premises.
The problem appears when you want to use that clip as an ad — on Meta Ads, TikTok or YouTube. That’s where it stops working. For the same budget, you’re choosing between one basic real clip and eight cinematic clips optimized for conversions. For anyone running ads or making social content, the choice is obvious.
Premium classic production — with a big crew, professional actors, a rented location, lighting and extended post-production — starts at tens of thousands of lei, with a delivery time of 3–6 weeks. That’s what our PRO package competes with, delivering a comparable look in 10 days at a fraction of the cost.
What affects the final price of an AI video ad
If you ask for quotes and get very different numbers from different producers, here’s what does or doesn’t justify the differences:
Clip length. A 15-second clip doesn’t cost half of a 30-second one — because the directing, scripting and post-production work is similar. But beyond a minute, the difference starts to matter. At VIDAI, Standard goes up to 30 seconds; anything longer moves to PRO.
Script complexity. A clip with one character in one shot is quick to make. A clip with 3 characters, 5 locations and complex transitions needs far more compositing work. That’s the difference between a 6000 lei/month Standard clip and a PRO one above 10,000.
Creative direction. If you come with a clear brief and references, the price is the package price. If you want us to develop the concept from scratch, with a moodboard, storyboard and multiple proposals, that’s Creative Director work and it falls under PRO.
Professional voice-over. An AI-generated voice is fine for casual content, but for a serious ad you want a real voice recorded in a studio. You hear the difference immediately. It’s included in PRO; in Standard it’s extra.
Original music vs. license vs. stock. Stock music is free but predictable. A license for a popular track costs thousands of euros. Original music composed for your brand is ideal — exclusive, free of copyright risks, written for your rhythm. PRO includes original music.
Advanced post-production. Particle effects, simulations (water, fire, smoke), 3D compositing, complex motion graphics — all of these add time and cost. They’re naturally included in PRO.
How fast you get your clip
Our timelines compared to the market:
If you need something for the weekend and it’s Monday, basic classic filming is the only option, but you accept the quality compromise. If you have 5–10 days, cinematic AI is the clear winner. If you have 6 weeks and a 100,000 lei budget, let’s talk.
How to choose the right package
We use simple logic when advising clients:
Go for START (800 lei) if: it’s your first try, you have a clear, ready concept and you want to see the quality before committing. Important: don’t do this if you want a “test for a big campaign” — then you need Standard, because a campaign needs variants.
Go for STANDARD (6000 lei/month) if: you run ads on Meta or TikTok every month, have an e-commerce store, post consistently on social media and need at least 4–8 clips a month. This is the default for 80% of our clients.
Go for PRO (from 10,000 lei) if: you’re launching a new product, running a brand image campaign, need a brand presentation film, want a professional voice and original music, or are running a major seasonal campaign (Black Friday, Christmas, Easter).
If you’re between Standard and PRO, a quick rule: if your total ad budget is under 50,000 lei a month, go for Standard. Above that, PRO is worth it. Because with large ad budgets, creative quality drives ROAS, and every extra percent of CTR turns into thousands of lei earned.
What nobody tells you about AI video prices
Three things sellers of “AI services” won’t explain to you:
1. The AI models are the same for everyone. Sora, Veo, Runway, Kling — anyone who pays for a subscription can generate clips. The difference between a premium studio and an amateur isn’t the technology, it’s the direction. If someone asks you for 10,000 lei just for “AI generation”, with no After Effects, no sound design and no direction — run.
2. The real cost is the post-production work. AI generation is cheap — a few dollars per 10-second clip. The expensive work is selection, editing, color grading, compositing and sound design. That’s what justifies prices from 750 lei per clip (Standard) and up. Anyone charging 200 lei for a complete cinematic clip is either losing money or not doing real post-production.
3. Iterations cost time, not money. For a good AI clip, you run 30–50 generations to catch the right shot. That’s part of the process and it’s included in the package. If someone promises you a clip “in a single try”, they’ll probably accept whatever comes out, with no direction.
Frequently asked questions
Can someone make me a clip with Sora for 500 lei? Yes, they can. But it won’t look like an ad — it’ll look like an AI experiment. For serious business content, you need direction on top of generation.
How soon will I see the first result? With Standard, the first brief goes into production within 24h and you get clips in 5 working days. With PRO, it’s 2–3 days for concept and storyboard, then 10 days for production.
Do I pay monthly or per clip? With Standard, you pay monthly for the 8-clip package. With PRO, you pay per project. START is a one-time payment for one clip.
Can I cancel the Standard package? Yes, anytime, with no penalties. We work on trust, not on one-year contracts.
Do you guarantee ad results? We don’t guarantee CTR or conversions — those depend on the offer, audience and strategy. But we do guarantee production quality: if the clip doesn’t match the brief, we redo it at our own expense.
Do you use stock footage? Only if the script requires it and the client approves. By default it’s original AI generation + compositing.
What does a brief look like? On vidai.md/contact there’s a structured form. Tell us: what product, where the clip will run, the key message, style references and the deadline.
Practical conclusion
If you’re reading this in 2026 and thinking about a video ad, the real question isn’t “how much does AI cost vs. classic”. It’s “how many clips do I need to solve my marketing problem, and what budget do I have”.
For an internal informational clip, basic classic filming at 5000 lei is fine.
For consistent social content and ads that convert, the Standard package at 6000 lei/month (8 cinematic clips) has no competition on the Moldovan market.
For big launches, brand films and seasonal campaigns, PRO from 10,000 lei delivers in 10 days what a classic studio delivers in 6 weeks.
The only way to give you a fixed number is for you to send me your brief. For simple projects, I’ll confirm the package in a few minutes. For complex ones, you get a fixed quote within 24h.
👉 Send your brief here: vidai.md/contact
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