CK & CO Releases Video 101—Session 3: Do it Yourself or Hire Someone?
Grand Rapids, Mich. (PRWEB) July 08, 2014 -- Cynthia Kay and Company (CK & CO) announced today that it has released Do it Yourself or Hire Someone?, the third session in its five-part Video 101 series. The video outlines the criteria needed to determine whether to produce a video in house or use the expertise of a production company. It provides tips and suggestions for choosing the right solution including:
Tips for DIY video production
o DIY is best suited for internal audiences
o Lighting can be tricky and existing light may not be enough
o Use an external microphone if you are going to use a mobile device
o Shoot video horizontally (16:9 HD)
What to look for in a production company
o Video samples (Does everything look the same or do they show creativity?)
o Does company have a defined production process? (milestones/sign offs)
o Does the company quote projects with budget ranges and specific tasks?
o Are not-to-exceed budgets an option?
o How will the company archive raw video and finished projects?
Video 101 is a series of videos intended to provide insight into the video production process from start to finish. From what makes great video, to the process of pre-production, production, editing and beyond. The series is designed to educate and engage customers, potential customers and students.
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About CK & CO:
CK & CO is a full-service media production and corporate communications consulting company. The company is a certified Women’s Business Enterprise and employs a full time staff. The company is located in Grand Rapids, Mich. and is the production company of choice for a number of global Fortune 100 companies, non-profit organizations and small businesses across the country. To learn more, visit: http://www.thinkck.com.
Michael Krampe, Cynthia Kay and Company, http://www.thinkck.com, +1 (616) 776-0354, [email protected]
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