Cutting Through the Noise: How a Corporate Video Strategy Unlocked Measurable Wins
The Challenge
A Business Processes Management company was faced with the task of standing out in a crowded competitive environment. The main hurdle was conveying the intricate and abstract nature of their BPM solutions in a manner that was engaging and comprehensive for a broad audience.
Our Strategy
Objective:
Establish Brand Awareness: Introduce the company to the target audience and build recognition.
Communicate Value Proposition: Effectively convey the benefits of BPM solutions and how the company helps businesses achieve their goals.
Differentiate from Competitors: Stand out from established players and niche providers by showcasing their unique approach.
Process:
Pre-Production:
Discovery & Briefing:
- Client interviews: Conduct in-depth interviews with key stakeholders to understand the company’s goals, target audience, brand identity, and messaging objectives.
- Competitive analysis: Analyze competitor videos and marketing materials to identify opportunities for differentiation.
- Creative brief: Develop a comprehensive creative brief that outlines the video’s purpose, target audience, key message, desired tone, and style.
Script Development:
- Concept development: Brainstorm creative concepts that effectively communicate the message and resonate with the target audience.
- Storyboarding: Create a storyboard – a visual blueprint – that depicts each scene in the video, including camera angles, shot composition, and transitions. This helps visualize the flow and pacing of the video.
- Scriptwriting: Craft a clear, concise, and engaging script that incorporates storytelling elements, emotional connection, and a strong call to action.
Stock Footage Selection:
- Keyword research: Use precise keywords to find stock footage that aligns with the script’s narrative and visual style.
- Curating the collection: Compile a diverse collection of stock footage that offers a variety of perspectives and reinforces the key message by establishing an emotional connection.
- Licensing and editing: Ensure proper licensing for all stock footage and edit the footage seamlessly to create a cohesive flow within the video narrative.
Post-Production:
Editing:
- Assembling the story: Assemble the video footage and stock elements into a cohesive narrative with captivating trasnitions that aligns with the script and storyboard.
- Color grading: Apply color correction and grading techniques to enhance the visual appeal and create a consistent visual style.
Sound Design and Music Selection:
- Sound design: Layer sound effects and ambient sounds to enhance the video’s realism and emotional impact.
- Music selection: Choose music that complements the video’s tone and elevates the overall experience.
Final Touches and Delivery:
- Voiceover recording: Record a professional voiceover narration that guides the viewers through the story.
- Client review and revisions: Incorporate client feedback and make final revisions to ensure the video meets their expectations.
- Delivery: Deliver the final video in the desired format and specifications for online or offline distribution.
Additional Considerations:
- Distribution strategy: Develop a comprehensive distribution strategy to reach the target audience across various platforms.
- Analytics and tracking: Track key video metrics (views, engagement, click-through rates) to measure the video’s success and identify areas for improvement.
The Impact
The corporate video facilitated:
- Elevated brand recognition
- Boosted website visits and interaction
- Augmented brand image
- Enhanced lead generation
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