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We do not recommend using a teleprompter for anything other than direct-to-camera scripted videos. You may produce the content exactly the way you want to, but most people do not come across naturally when trying to read candid responses to questions from a teleprompter. It is better to be truly candid and real. Read more�

Can You Provide Video Files For Online Use?

Absolutely. We encode on a Digital Rapids system and can provide any file type for any occasion, including online use. We have optimized YouTube and Vimeo settings as well. Read more about encoding here.

How Long Does 'One Video Production Day' Mean?

A typical video production day is 10 hours long.

Should We Film Indoors Or Outdoors?

Depending on the subject matter, we like to have a variety of shots in our productions. If outdoor filming is possible, we need to take into consideration weather concerns as well as environment issues like loud sounds, or people that may be causing distractions in the background.

Why Should We Hire Solidline Media?

That�s easy! Because we are awesome! While that certainly is true, we do understand that finding a great fit is important in a production company. Take a look at our Why SolidLine page and learn about key SLM differentiators and why we are the right choice for you.

We Don't Have A Location To Film. Can You Find Us A Location? How Much Does That Cost?

Absolutely. Our Producer will work to source the best location(s) for filming. We work with film offices and location scouts when we need to find something very specific. Some locations like a home location can be secured for minimal budget, maybe only a few hundred dollars, but larger and challenging locations like a hospital ER may cost more.

Can We Film At Our Office Or Should We Use A Soundstage?

Depending on the project, we can absolutely film at your office. If we are featuring your company or product, then filming at your office or manufacturing facility is important. But if we need a more controlled environment for interviews or to build sets and create narrative scenes, then a soundstage is usually the best bet. We work with several local stages in Chicago and have relationships across the U.S. with stages so we can always find the best location to film your video production.

Do You Provide Scripts Writing Service Or Do We Have To Write Our Own Scripts?

SolidLine Media provides full scriptwriting and creative development services � just like the big agencies. We will learn about your business through production meetings, phone calls, and our creative brief. We do ask that our clients be prepared to provide us with as much content and information as possible so we can learn about your business and what is driving you to produce this video production.

Why Do We Need A Professional Hair And Makeup Artist?

If you are creating a narrative video with actors, or simply producing interview videos, it is always a great idea to have a professional hair and make-up artist. This will ensure that everyone in the video is looking their best. Reducing shine on bald heads, getting rid of hair flyaways, or just adding some color to brighten a face is all very important. Learn more about this important topic on our blog here.

What Should I Wear To My On-Camera Interview?

Being prepared for your interview is very important. Check out this �What to Expect� PDF we created to help ease the preparation process.

WATCH: The Best Commercials of Super Bowl XLVII

What makes a great Super Bowl ad? As much awareness as possible for your brand, while conveying what your brand does, and leaving the audience with a positive feeling towards your brand.

And maybe just making us laugh with a screeching goat.

So here we go – SolidLine’s picks for the best ads of the 2013 Super Bowl….

Ram Trucks – “Farmer”

Once of the most well-received spots of the Super Bowl, Ram Trucks’ tribute to the farmers of America features a famous speech from late broadcaster Paul Harvey. When Harvey’s words are paired with such strong images, it’s like time just stops. It’s hard not to pay attention, and it leaves the viewer with such a positive feeling. Great spot.

Best Buy – “Asking Amy”

Here’s one of the few spots that utilized a big name star. Best Buy brings in Amy Poehler to be Amy Poehler – quick, funny dialogue while interacting with all of the different products you find in the store. Plus, it makes the Blue Shirts look patient and ready to help you.

VW – “Get In. Get Happy”

One of the most “controversial” ads leading up to the Super Bowl, VW’s “Get In. Get Happy.” features a Minnesotan speaking in a thick Jamaican accent. Sure, some objected to a white guy doing the accent, but VW was clearly trying to use it in a positive way. Driving their car makes you happy.

Samsung – “The Next Big Thing”

Seeing two stars like Seth Rogen and Paul Rudd desperately try to get into a Super Bowl spot while making fun of Super Bowl spots is funny. They even manage to poke fun at Samsung’s LeBron commercials, and work in a tablet in the process.

Tide – “Miracle Stain”

This spot uses humor, incorporates football, and shows how strong the product is – all with a definite beginning, middle and end. Solid.

Go Daddy – “Your Big Idea”

Wait….a Go Daddy commercial that doesn’t have two people making out with sloppy sound effects? And WAIT…a Go Daddy commercial designed to tell the audience what Go Daddy does, while using humor to reinforce it? MORE EVERYTHING, SKY WAITRESS!

Doritos – “Goat For Sale”

Call this one a guilty pleasure. Why is this guy buying a goat, exactly? And why does he have so many Doritos? But when that goat walks into the empty kitchen and screams…who cares? The whole commercial exists for that one shrieking goat moment.

Another Super Bowl in the books. Did we miss your favorite commercial? Leave a comment below and let us know!

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