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What are the challenges with filming outdoors?
Some productions call for external shots, and that can present a number of challenges for crews and cast alike. Last week we were filming outside for an informational video and it presented some challenges, all which we overcame, but because we are a helpful bunch, we thought we'd share it with you on this blog so you can be prepared for your own shoot to make sure it is a huge success.
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How to Look Great on Camera During an Interview
Lots of people have never been filmed on camera before, but with the increase in video production clear to see, you might not be able to escape folks like us for long. This blog provides some simple insights and tips to make sure that you look amazing by avoiding some hair, clothing and make-up oversights!
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The Power of a Video Content Calendar in Your Marketing Strategy
When you are looking at video content to turbo charge your marketing and audience engagement, think more broadly than just 'the odd video'. Think about how video can form a much bigger part of your marketing, and that means more content and better planning. This blog will help you to think about your content calendar in a much more strategic way.
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10 practical ways that you can improve your visibility and engagement on YouTube for SEO Success
The challenge sometimes with video content is how do you you leverage that content once it has been created, to absolutely maximise exposure, interaction and generate the ROI that you're looking for. This blog sets out ten practical tips on how to make your content perform better on the worlds second largest search engine, so lets read on!
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How much does an animated video cost?
One of the first questions we get asked when we take an enquiry for animated video is "how much does it cost", which is a perfectly reasonable question. But it really does depend. It's like saying "how much does a house cost?" - what area is it in, how many bedrooms does it have, is it detached, does it have a garage and a garden? This is very similar to animated video as the budget depends on length, complexity, brief, style, speed of delivery, etc. But don't worry this blog explains all and even has some actual figures, we've not chicken'd out!
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Animation vs. Motion Graphics: Unraveling the Creative Chaos
In this blog, we're diving into the fascinating world of visuals and graphics. We often hear the terms "animation" and "motion graphics" thrown around, but do you really know what sets them apart? Let's unravel this creative chaos and discover the key differences between these two exciting realms of art and design.
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5 Things to Think about when Filming Outdoors
In this blog we look at 5 things to consider when filming in the great outdoors - weather, light, noise, people and power!
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Ultimate Guide to Setting Up the Perfect Video Lighting
Proper lighting is essential for creating a professional looking video with high-production values. In this guide, we will explore the importance of video lighting, discuss five key factors to consider when setting up video lighting, and provide insights, guidance, and tips to help you achieve the best lighting for your video shoots.
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Talent attraction is a marketing issue, not a HR issue!
Whether we call it recruitment or talent acquisition, the issue for many businesses remains the same - they struggle to get great quality, experienced and qualified candidates for their roles. Is that because there are just not enough great people around, or is it because companies aren’t doing enough to make the available roles and organisation as a whole seem appealing? If it is the latter, it may be because the wrong people are in charge of the talent attraction process.
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Ultimate Guide on Creating Effective Product Marketing Animation Video
We purchase a great many products online and those that have video content linked to them are viewed far more and have a greater conversion rate when it comes to sales. Not all products can or should be filmed though, and instead a consideration to be made is whether an animated product marketing video will be the best option for your potential customers.
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