Post on 15-Aug-2015
Well...
Video rules the world of content.
All major brands are curating some form of video content as part of their integrated
marketing campaign. The pixels included!
Plus...
Videos are great for businesses that want to improve their customer experience.
Need more convincing?
Unlike other forms of content, video entices viewers to interact -
whether instantly, through their social network, or encouraging them to solidify
their opinions in a comment.
Video is extremely useful for explaining difficult concepts in a clear and succinct
way.
It is the fulfillment of the ideal, “show don’t tell”.
Video amuses viewers.
It keeps boredom at bay. It gives audiences instant emotional satisfaction.
And if you tie something of substance and educational value at the same time, you’re
on to a winner.
Videos are visceral.
Audiences are visual creatures - and the most efficient and effective way to absorb
and retain information is through the medium of video.
So, now that you’re convinced...
Imagine yourself as a movie director and let your smartphone record the action.
Here are our five tips to create an amazing video marketing campaign.
Take a page from direct from the great marketing handbook.
Explain your product or service and show your audience how to use it.
Advertisements are designed to drive sales - use it, but find a niche that is unique to your
brand.
Extend live events with video.
Whether you’ve launched a new product, attended an awards ceremony, or have an in-house success - involve your audience.
Your brand will instantly gain more personality.
A short video does wonders to help audiences digest information quickly.
Give potential buyers an up close and personal view of your product. You could
establish your brand as the go-to leader for advice, and improve your business
reputation in the process.
Shoppers seek product reviews. Businesses seek testimonials.
So give them what they want!
Create video testimonials to demonstrate your trustworthiness. Adding a video
reinforces the transparency and personality of your brand.
WIth the power of smartphone technology, we all have the power to be film producers
at our fingertips.
Experiment. Play. Practice.
Find a style that reflects your brand and suits your skillset.
You can get started with these....
•iMovie
The benchmark video app, iMovie should have a home on every marketer’s iOS device.
You can get started with these....
•Pinnacle Studio
This has been around since the 90s on desktop. Pinnacle adds more complex transitions between clips and some fancy picture-in-picture effects.
You can get started with these....
•Vine
Vine has played a huge part in bringing videos back on the scene. It is a great social media platform and is perfect for spur of the moment creative ideas.
But just remember...
The bottom line is that your current audience craves your video marketing content. Don’t wait. Get out there and create it using these 5 video marketing
tricks.
If you want some extra help
Has your brand experimented with video marketing yet? Have you encountered any
stumbling blocks along the way? Share your experiences with us and let
our integrated marketing team help you to produce some amazing video content.