toronto online video workshop
TRANSCRIPT
The Panel
• Charlene Nadalin, Executive Vice President, Sales & Marketing
• Angela Di Stasi, Video Communication Specialist, in-video
• Diane Williams, Executive VP, Digital Services/Print & Web Media Relations
• Jenny Cruxton, Senior Account Executive, MRP
Agenda
ProductionAngela Di Stasi
Tips and insights to create compelling content in a manageable way
MeasurementJenny Cruxton
Using audience reach data to determine the potential of your video to be seen
Access to data using the Media Relations Rating Points system
Media relations
Diane Williams
Insights into online media and tips on getting your video picked up
Who is News Canada?
• For over 30 years, we have provided the media (print, broadcast and Internet) with ready-to-use editorial content and we provide your organization with the opportunity to be featured in that content
• Producing video for television since 2000
• Entered the online video space in 2005
Online Video in Canada
• 90% Canadians on the web watch video content
• Canadians watch 251 videos/month
• Canadians spend more time online than watching TV
• Half of that time is spent watching videos
Many might think that Making a Video is SIMPLE
Many might think that Making a Video is SIMPLE
1. Grab a Camera 2. Get someone to talk in front of the camera
3. Get editing software
3 major parts to production
Post-ProductionPre-Production Production
However to Make A Great Videowith purpose
• Scriptwriting• Call Sheet• Location Scouting • Detailed Shot-list• Equipment Requirements
Pre-Production
Planning for the day of the shoot
Scriptwriter’s RoleContent
To develop the content of your video ask yourself these questions
• What is this video about? What message do you want to convey?
• What does your audience want (viewers/media)?
• How is this beneficial for the consumer/Canadian?
Pre-Production
Scriptwriter’s Role Creativity/Style
Choose the style of video that suits your messageSome popular styles of videos:
*When being creative, always have the viewers’ best interests in mind.
“How To”“Webisode”“Documentary style”“Newscast”
Pre-Production
Video Styles – How To
Pre-Production
Watch this video
Video Styles – Webisode (with Host) Watch this video
Pre-Production
Video Styles – Webisode/Documentary
Pre-Production
Watch this video
Scriptwriter’s Role
Scriptwriting
• Write for video- NOT for a print article
• Write the way people talk
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Video Script
Pre-Production
Scriptwriter’s RoleScriptwriting – B Roll/Visuals
• At least one visual for every 1-2 sentences
• Stay away from a talking head
• Talk to your editor- helps with visuals
Pre-Production
Watch this video
Scriptwriter’s Role Scriptwriting - Timing
• Recommend videos be 2 minutes
• 1-2 message(s) per script
• The shorter the better
• 400 words = 2 minutes
• 1 page (NC template) = 1 minute
Pre-Production
Producer’s RoleShot list
STEPS TO MAKING A SHOT LIST
1. Read through script and make a list of all required visuals/shots
2. Add in any extra shots that the scriptwriter may not have accounted for
3. Organize the order of shots
Pre-Production
Producer’s Role Shot list
Organization of shots
Considerations: 1) Grouping of shots2) Timing3) Location assessment4) Shot assessment
SEC 1 - Living room
SEC 2 - Kitchen
SEC 3 - Basement
Pre-Production
Included in a call sheet is the following…• Names and phone numbers
of everybody on the shoot• Date• Time• Locations• Schedule for the day
*Call sheet should be sent out 48 hours before the shoot day
Pre-ProductionProducer’s Role Call Sheet
Bring the ideas to life through filming
• Producer/Director• Camera • Lighting & All Production
Equipment • Production Crew • Time-code
Production
• What equipment will you need to bring your video to life?
Consider: Technical capabilities/ Camera Crew
Production
Producer & Camera Crew Day of the shoot — before pressing record on camera
Dual daylight molefay lights
Camera on a crane
Lowel light inside the car x2
Kicker lights under the car
Water on the floor to create shine
ProductionProducer & Camera Crew Day of the shoot
Production
Camera on a mini tripod
Very small attic!
‘Pro light’ in the corner ‘Diva’
lights
Steady Cam
Producer & Camera Crew Day of the shoot
Take every shot at least twice
Different framing and angles
Always leave time for b-roll
Always get more b-roll than planned
Angle 1-MS Angle 2-CU Angle 3-CU
Producer & Camera Crew Day of the shoot
Production
* Always take time-code
* Helpful for editors
Producer & Camera Crew Time-code = Money saver
Production
*Make sure you have the card or tape after the shoot.
Producer & Camera Crew Got the tapes?
Production
All the elements come together to create the original vision • Editing• Motion Graphics• Music• Voice over
Post-Production
Editor’s RoleOrganization
Make sure you have
• Script
• Time Code
• Tape / Card
• Conversation with producer
Post-Production
• Well versed in editing software
• More precision • Creative flexibility• More effects • Technical
obstacles • File formats
Work with a professional editor and software
Editor’s Role Editing
Post-Production
Editor / Motion Graphics Artist’s Role
Motion Graphics• Brings your video to life• Contemporary flare• Use professional Motion
Graphic Artists • Very time consuming• 1 graphic taking up 10
seconds takes 1-4 hours or more to create
• For a 1-2 min video leave 5-8 days for editing/graphics
Post-Production
Watch this video
• Complete each of the 3 Ps
• People will watch
People will watch
In Conclusion
Post-ProductionPre-Production Production
This year Canadians will buy more smartphones and tablets than computers.
In the next 2 years Google anticipates 50% of searches will come from mobile devices
Today’s technology enables consumers to access content in ‘real time’ from any location
Since searching for content has ‘no bounds’
It is more important than ever to have an
online presence
Millions of Canadians everyday are saying
“I need this information” “I am researching this topic” “I am looking to buy these products”“I need health care advice”
But — to build a brand, promote your expertise, execute a launch and engage in consumer education...
You need mass reach.
Mass distribution increases the odds that you’ll be found when consumers are looking
for your information
To achieve mass reach online:• Investigate what sites Canadians are
visiting: Google top 50 sites, look for media lists
• What is the audience reach of site: tools such as MRP
• Ensure that your video has the quality that is required – story, production, value
• Go beyond the obvious – look at retail sites, associations/community
Selecting where your video is going to go
Any ol’ site won’t do: Canadians are more wary than ever of where, and from whom, they receive information
Website Considerations: - Search ranking (SEO)- Reputation- Subject authorities and experts- Current and relevant - Sharable
Portals have tremendous reach
MSN.caYahoo.ca
Globe & MailOttawa Citizen
Global News at 6 CBC National News
3,902,0002,806,000
906,000242,000
841,000507,000
Daily Reach Web
Daily Reach Print Edition
Daily Reach Television Audience
Mainstream media sites are the best approach to reaching bloggers.
This may or may not surprise you, but......
Researchers at Cornell tracked 1.6 million mainstream media sites and blogs
96.5 % of stories originated from traditional media
3.5 % of stories originated from
bloggers
How do you harness the potential of portals and websites?
Through Media Relations employing the same outreach techniques as with traditional media
Outreach Tips
Establish relationships Web editor not
webmaster Best method of
communication How much content can
you provide? Ensure content is editorial
Be Unique
Roses are Red, Violets are Blue. Our content is powerful and ready for you. Roses are Red and Orchids are Peach. Our content will - quadruple your reach! Violets are Blue and Daisies are Black. If you can't use our content I am sure to get sacked! Rich thought I must call and provide solutions to your needs. He feels the value of our message you should really heed. My poetry is - a bit juvenile, but our content's power is beyond denial!
CTV.CAFound April 08, 2010 under CTV news video,Lifetime with Pauline Chan
http://watch.ctv.ca/news/health/lifetime-with-pauline-chan/#clip281110 Don’t forget traditional media
Successful Strategies
Understand some of the challenges of the web editor
Make it easy for the media to use your video
Successful Strategies
Recap
Online presence is critical to your communication strategies
Prepare a media relations plan including targeted and mass reach sites
Don’t forget traditional media Make it easy for the websites
to use your video content
Measuring Results
• Quantitative – Audience – Potential audience that might view your
content (similar to print and broadcast) – Use audit data source to report audience
like comScore, Nielson, or Alexa– Return on Investment (ROI)
• Qualitative – Was your message achieved – Sentiment analysis– was the reception positive
(comments/shared/engagement)
Video
–Who they are–Top Canadian 2010 online trends–How they measure–Future of online – online media and
mainstream media – and measurement in Canada
Watch comScore Video
How can you access this online data and measure your program?
• Research the audience reach data and build your own reports
• Use a service with that uses automated sentiment analysis
OR• Use a service like MRP that employs -
audience data and DIY analysis reporting
What is MRP?
What is MRP:• Introduced in 2006• Created for the industry,
by the industry • Created by the CPRS
and endorsed by the Canadian Chapters of IABC and the Canadian Council of PR Firms
• Managed and governed by the CPRS Measurement Committee
What does MRP provides:• Easy report building and
exporting tools showing quantitative, qualitative analysis
• Provides audited audience data such as comScore
• ROI – cost per contact
Recap on Measuring success
• Use audited data sources for audience reach
• Show quality and quantity of coverage • Consider the implications if you use an
automated sentiment analysis • What was your ROI • What was the level of engagement