Why having a video marketing strategy is vital
It's well-known that people respond better to video than online text and, with more and more businesses looking to integrate video into their marketing strategy, I thought it might be useful to share what I’ve learned when working with clients who are new to video : Those new to video often take a prescriptive
Why brands should integrate the cinemagraph into their marketing strategy
A new video marketing format is born! Have you heard of the cinemagraph? The word "cinemagraph" stands for part cinema (moving image) and part photograph (static image). They are effectively, still images with seamless movement loops! This merging of static and moving image sparks interest and deeper investigation by the viewer, making them easy to
Following your Heart in Life and Business
Several years ago, I was invited to apply to become one of the Celebrity Producers on ITV’s This Morning. It was truly an amazing opportunity and a dream to work with a fantastic team and, the tempting glitz of TV glamour it would bring, also sparked appeal. At the time, I was also lucky to
How to get started with video for business
Long-term video strategy helps you plan and create content that will really serve your business. How you prioritise the video content you create should be driven by where you need to make the most progress. Is it increasing company awareness? Is it explaining your product or service? Is it demonstrating your uniqueness over your
How can you enhance your brand power with animated video marketing?
These days, advertising sales are being replaced by branded content. To truly succeed you need to commit to your audience and establish a unique personality for your organisation. That means, your personality needs to resonate with your audience. Your audience wants empathy, to know that you care about their problems and that you have
The power of documentary storytelling in business
I love how storytelling is used in documentaries, don’t you? Documentaries offer insights into hidden worlds that we might not usually seek out ourselves. Actress, Susan Sarandon said, “Storytelling is what makes us human, it is our common currency and as such can be a powerful tool for positive change. Compelling narratives have the