Do You Add Any Additional Fees To My Invoice After The Project Is Done?

No. SolidLine Media has a �Bottom Line� pricing structure. Whatever budget we agree to in the production agreement is the budget you will spend. If there are any additions due to production scope changes, we will discuss budget changes with you to ensure we have your approval.

Can We Use A Teleprompter For Testimonial Resposes?

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.

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In this article, SolidLine Media provides an overview of why you should be using animated videos and how you should go about collaborating with a production company such as SolidLine Media to create your own animated videos.

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The Shortlist of Benefits of Using Short Animated Videos

A trend that started around 2017, video has become a clear crowd favorite when it comes to online content across multiple channels. More than 50% of consumers today say that they are looking for more video content from the brands they consume, edging out other types of content by a wide margin. Video is a useful tool to increase conversion rates on landing pages and open rates of direct email campaigns. Video content is so powerful, in fact, that 90% of consumers say that they were inspired to make a purchasing decision based on a video they watched. Animated videos offer similar benefits to marketers. While the list of benefits is extremely long, we felt these were two of the most relevant given the current state of the economy and how important engagement and affordability are for organizations right now.

Increase Social Media Shares

Write an educational blog post or post a link to an educational article, and you might get a share on a social media platform from those posts. Post a short and engaging animated video outlining the same educational concepts or information, and your post will spread far and wide. People love to share videos, especially those that might be valuable to their community of connections.

More Affordable in a Time Where Affordability is Key

The process of creating short animated films is much more budget-friendly than securing all of the pieces and resources necessary to shoot a live-action video spot. With businesses operating on limited budgets and looking for places to actively impose spending limitations, companies have discovered the intrinsic value in low-investment, high impact video content over the high costs associated with live-action content ranging from the cost of hiring actors to securing wardrobe and location.

The Animated Video Production Process

Working with a video production company to create an animated video is a slightly different process than that of creating live-action productions, due to the nature of the final product requiring fewer humans and more impactful storytelling. Follow along as we break down the steps of production:

Develop a script built around the topic you wish to cover. This will determine the length of the final product. Studies show videos between 1-2 minutes are most effective across most platforms
Design your graphics with your team of animators. Storyboard your script and bring your words to life on the screen.
Source the music and secure voice actors to provide voiceover work if not being handled in-house. Determine the right tone and theme for your music and ensure it matches the message you’re trying to convey.
Settle on an animation style and get the process started! We’ll use cutting-edge techniques in combination with the latest in animated video software and animated video too.

SolidLine Media Has Your Animation Needs Handled Across Chicago and Beyond

With every business looking to maximize the online experience and generate engaging content despite the challenges of navigating the production process in the middle of a pandemic, we want to reassure clients new and old that we can handle any challenge you throw at the team. Our video production team has some extremely talented animators who can convert your script into engaging video content focused on lead conversion and maintaining client relationships. Reach out today for a consultation and to learn more about our animation services as well as the other services we offer to clients needing marketing solutions.

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