Presentation Filming – How many cameras do you need?
Video Transcript:
Hi. When creating presentation videos, you often have the opportunity to assign multiple cameras, so we thought we’d use some recent conference footage to show you the pros and cons of different camera setups.
Firstly, one camera.
Every conference video is going to need at least one camera and therefore camera one does most of the heavy lifting. It can be set up in different ways.
Option one is to simply stick it on a tripod, aim for a wide view and record everything.This works well when there are multiple people on stage and no presentation slides, but it isn’t particularly engaging to watch as everyone is so small in the frame and there’s no variety in the visuals.
Option two is our preferred approach for one cam shoots. We capture a close up of the speaker and then combine it with the presentation slides in post-production. You can then get three views for the price of one in that you can cut from a full screen close up of the presenter, to the slides full screen, to a picture in picture view of both. Offering your audience some variety and thus keeping their interest.
When you add camera two, you add more variety to your video and this dramatically increases watchability, with cam one capturing a reliable angle, cam two can roam free, allowing you to get some different views like a bit of audience reaction.
If you had a third, fourth, fifth camera, you’re amplifying the variety of views, upping engagement and delivering a premium feel, more along the lines of, say, a TED talk.
Obviously, adding cameras generally increases costs, so you pay for that extra variety, but this is offset by greater audience engagement and more successful productions.
Thanks for watching.
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Capturing Culinary Chaos: Behind The Scenes Of An Explosive Cheesecake Video Shoot
Video Transcript:
At Dead Ready Productions, we work with a range of clients, on a variety of projects and some of those projects are more unusual than most.
Chris Tongue, Creative Director at Dead Ready Productions, takes us behind the scenes of one such client project that literally blew up! And explains why our creative approach to the brief led to it winning an award. The content of which can be found below.
Hello, today I thought I’d share with you one of the weirder briefs we received during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Mainly because it was unusual, but also because our response to the brief resulted in our client being named Winner of Best B2B Campaign at the Independent Agency Awards 2022.
Research had proven that Philadelphia was a well-respected and highly regarded product, but its versatility was generally overlooked by the target market, meaning it was only being used in a limited range of recipes – namely bagels and cheesecakes.
The client therefore set two principal goals – inspire chefs to use Philadelphia in more recipes and to do so by disrupting their scrolling on social platforms with something attention grabbing…
So, we blew up some cheesecakes!
We shot using a specialist Phantom camera to capture the action in super slow mo (call out 1/1000th of a second) and had to be careful to protect it, the studio and ourselves from the very real danger of explosive pyrotechnics.
But once our special effects team from ForceFX had given us the all clear, the small charges placed in the cakes from under the table were remotely triggered from outside of the room and things got messy
The final video combined the high speed footage with dynamic shots of Philadelphia being used in all sorts of different contexts to first challenge chefs to think beyond the product’s standard use and then inspire them with some examples.
Audiences were then funnelled towards downloading a Philly recipe book, helping them to find easy ways of using the product and encouraging sales.
The ‘You Don’t Know Philly’ campaign proved to be a huge success – it doubled foodservice sales and recruited a new audience of chefs across five key sectors.
The Independent Agency Awards judging panel also commented on the entry;
“The campaign was really grounded in insight, it was strategic, it was thoughtful. The creative was memorable.”
So it was a bit of an unusual one, but a really fun (messy) shoot with a fantastic end result for the client and their agency – and we’re proud to be a part of it.
See you next time!
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5 Video Content Marketing Ideas For Software Brands To Use
In the latest of our Marketing Tips vlog series, Chris Tongue, Creative Director at Dead Ready Productions, explains 5 video content ideas that software brands should implement into their marketing strategy.
The content of which can be found below.
Hi! This time we’re going to look at 5 video content ideas that suit software brands.
Software platforms are becoming more and more powerful, but with that comes complexity.
Video offers the opportunity to highlight the benefits of your offering without having to send a sales rep to do a demo.
So here are 5 ideas for demystifying the power of your software through video.
1. Promo
The promotional video for your product is the banner advert for your product. This video should offer a teaser of the power of your products and excite your audience.
Don’t worry about granular detail here, just make sure that your product looks impressive; consider representing key facets of your product through metaphor and don’t be afraid to swing for the fences – this really is an advert for your product, so make it look great!
2. Case Study
As is so often true in video marketing, case studies present a really compelling reason for your potential clients to buy your product.
Firstly, identify your evangelists from your existing client base and incentivise them to be involved by offering them something of value as a thank you.
Send your production team to their place of business and shoot an interview with your customer, plus loads of content of the software in action, helping your customer achieve their business goals.
Potential customers relate to these videos and they can be a massive sales driver.
3. Demos
These videos are often animated demonstrations of how your software works when addressing a common issue your clients face.
These videos should be seen as mini-showreels for different corners of the software so make sure you keep the production values
4. Tips
This is where the granular detail comes in. Help your customers see how easy it is to work with your programme by demonstrating how to use the software to complete common tasks.
These easily can be shown through screen capture videos recorded by your sales team – just make sure that they are recorded clearly using a professional microphone, not the mic on the laptop.
5. Update Vlogs
Make sure that your customers are informed and excited by any new developments or features by creating a regular vlog.
Your customers will always be interested in new features so humanise your brand by going on camera and talking to them directly.
So, there you are, 5 video ideas for software content campaigns.
For more helpful information, top tips and useful guides on video production, keep an eye out for our next vlog – coming soon!
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6 Ways To Excel Your Marketing Strategy Using Explainer Videos
Whether you’re using them for marketing, education or internal communications, creating an explainer video is a great way to explain complex information to your audience.
Explainer videos are typically 1-2 minutes long and use animated graphics, typography and voiceover to explain what something is or how it works in an engaging, easy to understand way.
They are often placed on a website homepage, a dedicated landing pageor a prominent product page and can help increase brand awareness, drive website traffic or boost sales – 96% of consumers said that they’ve watched an explainer video to learn more about a product or service. (Wyzowl)
In this article, we’ll explore 6 steps you can take to ensure your explainer video helps to excel your marketing strategy.
Have A Clear Message
It’s essential to start with a clear message. Define the problem you’re solving, your solution, and the benefits your audience will derive from your product or service.
The most successful explainer videos are always brief, straight to the point and most importantly, have a clear call-to-action at the end.
The ideal script length for an explainer video should be 150 words per minute, so a voiceover should be 300 words maximum for a 2 minute video.
Keep It Short And Engaging
Your audience’s attention span is limited, so it’s crucial to get your message across quickly and in an interesting way. According to Adage, the average attention span for consumers is 8.25 seconds.
It’s therefore crucial that you grab the viewer’s attention in the first 30 seconds, otherwise they will lose interest. Also, make sure your video has a clear structure and flows smoothly from beginning to end.
Focus On The Benefits And Include Statistics
People care more about the benefits they’ll get from your product or service than its features.
Use your explainer video to highlight how your solution will make their lives easier, save them time and money or solve a particular problem they’re facing.
Incorporating data and or figures within the script can also help to reinforce your message. Explainer videos lend themselves particularly well to this style of animation.
Consider using brand colours and or visuals within the video as this can strengthen the connection to your brand and help to make it more identifiable.
Use A Conversational Tone
The main benefit of an explainer video is that it simplifies complex information, so language should be accessible.Your explainer video should have a conversational tone, as if you’re talking to a friend.
Avoid using jargon or technical terms that your audience may not understand and instead use simple language and explain your information in a way that anyone can comprehend.
Video is often watched by people with the audio switched off, particularly when viewing on mobile, so always include subtitles to ensure viewers are not reliant on the voiceover.
Subtitles are also a great way to maximise the reach of your video and enhance viewer experience across the board, and so should be considered for all your video content.
Include A Call To Action
Your explainer video should end with a call to action that encourages your audience to take the next step. This could be visiting your website, signing up for a trial, or making a purchase.
Ensure your call to action is clear and visible, so your audience knows what to do next.
Test And Refine
Once you’ve created your explainer video, it’s essential to test it with your target audience to see how they respond to it.
Use analytics tools to track how many people view your video, how long they watch it and what actions they take after watching it.
In Summary
Explainer videos are an effective tool for engaging and educating your audience on complex ideas, products, or services. By following the above steps you can ensure that your videos are not only entertaining but also informative and impactful.
So, start with a clear message that addresses your audience’s needs, keep your video concise and engaging, highlight the benefits of your product or service and use a conversational tone that is easy to understand.
Additionally, include a clear and compelling call to action that will encourage your audience to take the next step towards becoming a customer and finally, test and refine your video based on feedback – this will ensure you can continue to improve and optimise your explainer videos for maximum impact.
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Why Using Video In Your Marketing Will Help Turbocharge Your Sales
With the average person predicted to spend 100 minutes per day watching online videos, there is no denying that video content is a powerful marketing tool.
Used to increase engagement, reach and conversions, video is an essential part of any businesses’ marketing strategy.
At Dead Ready Productions we know this only too well, but to help get this message across (in the best way we know how), we’ve created a short infographic video. The content of which can be found below.
Turbocharge your sales
If people are looking for products like yours… how do they find you?
Online videos make up more than 82% of all consumer internet traffic.
Including video in a landing page can increase conversion by 80%.
If people have questions about your product… how do you educate them?
72% of customers said they would rather learn about a product or service by way of video.
84% of people say they’ve been convinced to buy a product or service by watching a brand’s video.
If people don’t know who you are… how do you earn their trust?
91% of consumers are likely to reward brands for their originality.
People spend 88% more time browsing on websites that have videos.
The customer now… knows you exist, trusts you, knows your product.
Marketers who use video grow revenue 49% faster than non-video users.
Your sales: Turbocharged
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