video production
Why You Need Video Marketing in Your Strategy
Even though video is predicted to control an astounding 90% of Internet traffic by 2019, an alarming number of brands and companies are hesitant to jump on the video marketing bandwagon. Many think that video marketing is too costly and complicated. Others think that video marketing isn’t worth the effort. Both are sorely mistaken. Here’s […]
Production Assistant Essentials: How to build the perfect PA kit
Production Assistants (PA’s) are the lifeblood of any set. Without them, the production inevitably falls behind and falls apart. Any good PA will be prepared with a few essentials to get them through the longest and hardest set days. Here’s what every production assistant needs on set. What to carry: Pens , Sharpies & dry […]
Amateur Hour: Directing Non-Actors and Non-Professionals On Set
Not every set calls for (or has the budget for) big-time professional actors. When directing non-actors, or those with minimal acting experience, on set, you may find yourself tweaking your standard procedure. Here’s our guide to directing non-actors on your next production set: Why would you hire a non-actor? There are actually quite a few […]
Should You Use Humor in Advertising?
Using humor in advertising is a hotly debated topic. Do you use humor to win over potential customers, or avoid it to ensure you don’t alienate segments of your audience? We’ve done the research, and here’s what we’ve found about using humor in advertising for your brand. The case for humor Many of the […]
Are 6-Second Ads the Next Generation of Advertising?
As the opportunities for video advertisements expand, we’re seeing a decrease in the optimal length of ad times. Thirty-minute infomercials have shrunk to 60-seconds spots. One-minute advertisements were usurped by 15-second social ads. It’s happening again. Six-second advertisements are the newest players in the video ad market. Are 6-second ads the next era of video […]
The 7 Brand Personalities You Should Use in Your Online Videos
You’ve done it all. Created the perfect product from concept to packaging. The only problem now? You have to market that bad boy. But how can you get your product out to consumers in a way that will entice them to act? The answer is to take on one of the seven brand personalities that […]
Likes, Comments, Shares: Which Social Metrics Actually Matter?
With so many social metrics involved in the analysis and number crunching of social media, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Which social metrics should you pay attention to? What are social metrics? Read on for your guide to dealing with social metrics on your next video advertisement. What are social metrics? Social metrics are any […]
How to Build an Authentic Brand Voice (And What to Do With It)
Creating your brand voice may be the most important step you make in marketing your product. The voice you choose to represent your brand will affect everything from what you say to how you say it, not to mention who you’re saying it to. But how do you determine your brand voice? Or use […]
Bottles on the Beach: A Glimpse Into Video Production
A behind-the-scenes look at an island shoot Working at a video production company can land you a lot of cool gigs. Sometimes those gigs are destination shoots on the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii. From sweltering humidity to rain pockets that stop three feet in front of you while you’re getting poured on, there’s […]