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.

The First Annual SolidLine Media Chili Cook-Off

The stakes are high
Leshock will decide the winner of Best Overall Chili and everyone in the office will serve as a tasting judge to determine the People’s Choice in Creativity. To ensure a fair-fight, each competing chili will be served in a cup labeled with a number and judged blindly.
The winners in each category will receive $100 each, bragging rights and the joy of claiming a stunning Chili Champion Trophy.
A surprise trophy will also be awarded for Worst Chili, as decided by Judge in Chief Leshock.
Who’s bringing the heat?
There can be only one Chili Champion, let’s meet our competitors and what they are bringing to the table:

Ali Miller, Dame of Pain

Chili: Tim Taylor
Secret weapon: A woman’s touch
Fightin’ words: “Gonna show these guys how chili is done!”

John Courchane, Sgt Ghost Pepper and The Fiery Heartburn Band

Chili: Fred
Secret weapon: The salty tears of my enemies
Fightin’ words: “I’ll just let Fred do the talking.”

Mike Petrik, Baron Chili von Queso

Chili: The Roseanne
Secret weapon: Tiny taste-bud ninjas
Fightin’ words: “Kevin smells like butts.”

Justin Younger, Señor Sweat and Tears

Chili: La Muerte Del Pavo Diablo–Death by Devil Turkey
Secret weapon: The fiery heart of the sun
Fightin’ words: “You will all burn so good”

Adam Marzec, Captain of the Fire Squad

Chili: Adam Brooklyn Chili
Secret weapon: Brooklyn pizza
Fightin’ words: “You just gotta taste it to believe it”

Ryan Nice, No More Mr. Nice Guy

Chili: Chili-Dish Gambino
Secret weapon: Surprise—no one ever suspects the intern
Fightin’ words: “Butcher, and I know it man, kill beef, go HAM!”

Kevin Wright, Grand Earl of Cumin-ham

Chili: ;awefhu
Secret weapon: Ancient wisdom
Fightin’ words: “My chili will taste more better than other chilis in the friendly competition! Grrr!”

Michael Kromm, The Sauce Boss

Chili: Cruzan Kielbasa Chili
Secret weapon: Sriracha, sriracha, sriracha
Fightin’ words: “My chili is the best, the best I tell you, the best

Greg Vass, WWE Superstar Tongue Tormentor

Chili: Fix-it Greg Chili
Secret weapon: Your paychecks
Fightin’ words: “There is only one guy that can fix “Fix it Greg Chili” – I’ll be wrecking everyone else’s dreams of winning…”

Let’s get cookin’

The chili is in, but the votes are still out. Stay tuned to find out whose chili will reign supreme!

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