Video Trends for 2018

January 29, 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 video really started to gain traction in 2017 with more and more industries recognizing the power of an immersive experience for consumers. In 2018 look for this trend to continue it’s skyrocketing ways. Industries like Education will be spending more on Virtual technology. Travel & Tourism are going to be investing more in 360 and VR, allowing travelers to explore locations before booking vacations.

Between 360 and VR, 360 may have a bit of an edge. Like our videos below, with 360 degree video content, the consumer can control their perspective with a VR headset *or simply with a computer or smartphone screen’s browser control.

Branded Content

The concept of Branded Content isn’t new. But you are going to see A LOT more of it in the year ahead. Customers generally don’t like to be told, “do this” or “buy this”. They like to make decisions for themselves, and of course, they like to be entertained and told stories. Branded content first and foremost entertains and informs. When done well, branded content hits customers emotionally through humor, passion, drama, and/or intrigue. Branded video content works so well because it doesn’t sell the product, it sells the “concept.” It focuses on the story on the story and the execution of that story instead of the product. Adknowledge wanted to raise awareness about its product at an event without being “selly.” So we created an experience. You can watch it below.

Live Streaming

Live streaming will continue its explosive rise in popularity. You could make the argument that dominated 2017; about 80 percent of consumers would rather watch a live video from a brand than read a blog, and 82 percent would prefer live video to written social media updates. According to Yahoo’s “Tune In To The Live Video Opportunity” report (albeit from 2016 it’s very relevant), online viewers are drawn to the feeling of excitement, immediacy and connection live streaming offers. The expansion of live streaming to all sectors of business is inevitable and 2018 will see live streaming becoming more commonplace in businesses’ social media marketing campaigns.

The Importance of Video in 2018

In 2018, consumers won’t just want to watch. They’re ready to jump through the screen. It will be fascinating to see where the creative minds in marketing take video in 2018 with the unprecedented combination of new technology and the rapid consumer acceptance of new trends.

If you want 2018 to be the year that your product takes off, you and your team will need to set yourselves apart from the masses of competing products with a new and compelling video marketing strategy that makes your customers want to buy and keeps their attention engaged. While you’re planning your marketing engagement strategy for the year, consider including one or more of these trends into your video creation that are sure to take off in 2018.

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About the Author: Roshni Hannon
Contact: roshni@madbearproductions.com

Her name means “light” and that is what she is… high energy, bright and fast. And yes… she does run regularly. While we’re not sure what she is running from (perhaps her two young kids) we know she’s covered a ton of ground. She was the Executive Producer for an award winning and number one rated morning show in Tampa for years. And now, she uses her unique blend of organization, storytelling and curiosity to help Mad Bear clients find their stories. Think of her as an architect, a story architect.

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