How it Actually Works – From Idea to the Screen

Creating compelling video content for a brand is a process that involves meticulous planning, organisation, and creativity. At The Content Works, we understand that no two projects are the same, and we take pride in our ability to bring your vision to life. Read on where we’ll take you through the three crucial stages of video production: Pre-Production, Production, and Post-Production.

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Pre-Production: Laying the Foundation

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Pre-production is the foundational stage of any successful video project. It’s where we plan every aspect of the video meticulously. Why is this stage so critical? Because, when it comes to filming, time is always limited, and careful planning ensures that everything runs smoothly on the day of production. Read on to discover how we perfectly plan at this stage:

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1. Understanding the Purpose of the Video

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The first step in pre-production is to understand the purpose of the video. What is the message you want to convey, and what do you want your audience to take away from it? Defining clear objectives helps us in crafting a video that fits your objectives.

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2. Identifying the Audience

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Different audiences have different ways of consuming media. It is also important to consider whether this will be consumed in a business setting to be viewed by employees or if it is a B2C video aimed at your customers. This is all essential to tailor your content accordingly.

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3. Video Formats and Distribution

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When planning your video content, it’s important to take into account the platforms and formats where you plan to use your video. Whether for television, your website, promotional TV ads, or internal training purposes, the final product will be different for every format. There will be specific requirements such as size and the length of the footage dependent on the channel used too.

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4. Key Messages and Storyboarding

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Crafting a compelling narrative is at the heart of any great video – and this is where the expertise of The Content Works really comes in. We will put together storyboards to visualise the sequence of shots and scenes, creating a roadmap for the production phase.

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5. Assembling the Team

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Whether it’s hiring actors, videographers, and securing locations, getting the right team together is vital in ensuring that all elements come together seamlessly on the production day.

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6. Planning and Contingencies

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No matter how well planning is done, surprises can happen. Here at The Content Works, with our years of experience, we know you have to have contingencies in place for any unforeseen situations that may arise on the day of production. This preparation ensures that nothing derails your project.

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Production: Bringing the Vision to Life

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The production, or filming day is where all the planning comes to fruition.

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On the day of production, everyone involved in the project, from actors to camera operators will follow the plan put together in the pre-production stage. These days are inevitably rather full-on; working towards a tight schedule to capture all shots and sequences that we have planned for.

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Post-Production: The Final Product

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During this phase, The Content Works delves into the editing process! Taking the content generated during the production day, we also incorporate audio elements, and apply any necessary special effects or animations to produce the final video formats.

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We will create all the versions of the video content which were determined in the brief. From the video formats required, to the style, and messaging requirements, The Content Works are guaranteed to exceed expectations.