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How Much Does a Corporate Video Cost?

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The “Ah-Ha!” moment – when it comes to value

I remember once sitting in my local barbers waiting for my turn to be called up, and seeing a plaque on the wall that caught my attention. It read; “Good haircuts aren’t cheap, and cheap haircuts aren’t good”. I found this quote incredibly poignant, not only because it’s true, but because it’s relatable to so many aspects of life when seeking a professional service. We all know somebody who’s opted for the builder that was half the price of all the others, only to end up with half of their extension finished before the contractors disappeared.

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Essential Steps to Prepare for your Business Portraits or Headshot Session

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In today’s business world, where a digital presence is essential, a professional portrait or headshot can make a significant impact. Whether it’s for your LinkedIn profile, website or business card, strong business portraits help in creating a positive image and leaving a lasting impression. But how do you prepare for your business portraits or headshot session?

Here’s a handy guide to help you through the process.

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6 Top Tips for Your First Job in the Video Production Industry

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In most cases, a graduate’s first job in the production industry will likely be as a Runner or Assistant. ‘Three years in university, just to make 30 cups of tea a day!’ I hear you say and I totally sympathise. But any job worth doing is worth doing well, and doubles up as a great chance to catch the attention of the right people. So let’s get started with our 6 top tips for your first job in the video production industry.
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Sit Down vs Talking Head Interview: Which is best for your next Corporate Video?

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For those familiar with video production, the difference between a “talking head” and a “sit-down” interview might seem obvious. But to prospective clients new to planning a corporate video production, knowing the difference between the two methods can better help them understand and plan ahead for their needs.

In this post, we’ll explain the difference between a talking head and a sit-down interview, when to use each, and what kind of results you can expect from both.

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A Beginners Guide to Filming Yourself with a Smartphone or Tablet

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With ever-growing changes to the workplace, down to you know what…*cough*, Covid-19 (yup, I said it), we’re seeing a greater need for “self-filmed” content for professional use. At this very moment, we ourselves are in fact being commissioned to edit client-generated content. And while we’d always advise on having a professional film your corporate videos, not everyone has the choice at these times. So on this basis, we wanted to pull together some top tips when filming yourself with a smartphone. I must stress, this isn’t going to be an intimidatingly complex breakdown, more so a checklist to get you started. Following that, you never know, you could be the next Scorsese! Continue Reading