Thankful for Video
The Holidays are all about connecting. Think about most of your favorite memories. Do most of them involve sitting around the table exchanging stories. You know, pass the potatoes and a good story from the past? Stories really are the glue that hold us together. We are grateful for great stories. They elicit emotion. Influence who we trust. Play on our nostalgia. Now take those
Video Authenticity
Emotions. Everyone's got them. There is no doubt about it, emotions drive action. That sentiment is as true in our personal lives as it is in business. When something conjures up a feeling, you are more invested. Now apply that to video strategy. The best videos are the ones that tell a great story, and a great story is one that authentically appeals to your
Size Matters
Size matters. Now that we have your attention. Let's clarify. We are talking about video. More specifically, the best video shapes and sizes for different platforms. Let's start out with the basics. The three most common sizes are: Widescreen (16:9), Square (1:1), and Vertical (9:16). Yes. Vertical. Vertical Video is no longer the black sheep. Indeed there was a time when shooting vertical video was frowned upon.
Video Trends for 2018
As we move full speed ahead into 2018, the world of video marketing is not slowing down. In fact, with one more year of technological innovation and creativity behind the camera, the world is in for more captivating content in the year ahead. From virtual reality and 360 and everything in between, marketers are getting immersive and uber creative with their content. VR/360 VIDEO MARKETING Virtual reality and 360
The Ins and Outs of YouTube: Helpful Tips on Using the Internet’s Largest Video Platform.
Imagine you walk into a restaurant you've been dying to try. You've read the reviews. Your friends rave about it. You're starving. Game on. You reach for the menu with palpable excitement, but it's all over the place. Main courses mixed in with drinks. Appetizers thrown in on the dessert section
Video: The Ultimate Sales Tool
Many salespeople would love to have an assistant — a supporting team member to help them be more efficient, helpful, and effective. You know, a useful sidekick to improve their ability to connect with customers and make more sales. That’s exactly what you get when you use video. Video enables salespeople and businesses to connect with customers in a more experiential way. Think about it. With a
Mad Video Predictions for 2017
The future holds many unknowns. But the world of video is a different story. Gather around as we take a look into our Mad Bear Crystal Ball – which no surprise resembles our new Nokia OZO Virtual Reality camera. Take a minute or two to read Mad Bear’s predictions for the world of video in 2017. 360 Video/Virtual Reality will be THE dominant buzz technology of the Year. 3D video, mobile
Turning Content into Interactive Connectivity
What do we want? Engagement! When do you want it? NOW! Interactive video is a perfect opportunity to provide customers with a dynamic experience when learning about a product, service, brand, idea, concept, etc… It’s like a custom-tailored suit. By enabling them to shape the way they consume your content, you can offer a more personal interaction with your brand and get them the most relevant information faster. Plus, you
The Power of Music in Video
The importance of music in video is indisputable. It is the subtle guide that commands an audience to sit up and pay attention. The right music can make your video memorable and moving. On the flipside, a mistaken choice of soundtrack can give the wrong impression about a brand, confuse a message and/or simply leave the story flat. Mad Bear’s Co-founder and creative genius Julian Williams,