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JHENG WEI L.
$200/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Sculpting
  • Video Editing

大家好,我是 Larry Lai 目前是一名來自台灣的 Freelance 2013年投入數位影像製作,以 3D Artist & Animator 的身份進入數位產業多年 🔶【服務項目】 3D 流程動畫製作 / 3D 模型 / 3D列印 3D模型貼圖繪製 / 遊戲與互動產業的 3D 美術製作

Grigorij R.
$150/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Film Direction
  • Public Relations
  • Social Media Marketing
  • WordPress
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Social Media Content
  • Website
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Digital Marketing
  • Tech & IT

Forbes Business Council member | 10+ years of experience | 40 billion media impressions | $200 million raised As an experienced PR specialist with an expert team (XWECAN) and a tight-knit network of trust and connections built over more than a decade, I have placed stories in thousands of major news outlets and helped raise over $200 million for charities, technology and science projects. XWECAN’s team consists of former Disney and United Nations executives, CNN, FT, and Forbes journalists, and creatives who worked with the likes of Whoopi Goldberg, Queen, Matthew McConaughey, Stephen Hawking, Kevin Spacey, the EU Parliament, Nobel Prize...

Bill K.
$80/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Video Editing
  • Videography
  • Content Marketing
  • Audio Editing
  • Project Management
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Audition
  • Camtasia
  • Explainer Video
  • Animated Video
  • Demo Presentation
  • Video Design
  • Video Animation
  • Adobe After Effects

I work with SaaS clients through video strategy around the full customer lifecycle through product demos, onboarding videos, and deep dive user tutorials that help attract and retain customers. The value of that overall strategy is to ensure each video is complementary, non-repetitive, and targeted to the result our clients want to achieve. Product demos bring new clients in, onboarding videos get their customers up to speed, and user tutorials keep their customer subscriptions active since they know how to use our SaaS client's platform. WHAT MAKES WORKING WITH ME DIFFERENT: As a creative technologist with a computer engineering...

Tyler H.
$75/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Videography
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Drone Videography
  • Drone
  • Aerial Photography
  • Camera
  • Cinematography
  • Video Editing
  • Video Shoot
  • Corporate Video
  • Video Marketing
  • Video Editing & Production

I'm Tyler and I am a freelance videographer and editor based out of Scottsdale, Arizona and Portland, Oregon. You can count on me to be a true creative partner when looking to create compelling and effective video content for your brand. I specialize in cinematic, elevated brand content. I'm extremely proud of my 100% Job Satisfaction Score here on Upwork! You can view my full portfolio and testimonials at filmfort.com I've been fortunate enough to work directly with brands both large and small, including Airbnb, Tripadvisor, Columbia Sportswear, Lululemon, Hilton, and Marriott on projects involving the entire production process from...

Milan I.
$30/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Photography
  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Event Photography
  • Photo Color Correction
  • Photo Retouching
  • Image Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Wedding & Event Video
  • Wedding Photography

15 years of experience in video production. I am a specialist in video editing weddings, music videos and food videos. I'm perfectly using Adobe Premiere Pro CC, DaVinci Resolve, Photoshop and Lightroom. I have my own cooking video production. All you have to do is tell me what you want your cooking video to look like - the rest is up to me. With my knowledge and experience in video production and photography, I am ready to deliver you video or photos in top quality.

Elizabeth S.
$125/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Web Design
  • Video Editing
  • Content Distribution & Promotion
  • Zoom Video Conferencing
  • Webinar
  • Corporate Event Planning
  • Video Stream
  • Film Production
  • Videography
  • Sound Mixing
  • Web Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe After Effects

With more than a decade working in the entertainment industry, from low-budget indie movie productions to big-budget network series, I'm excited to bring my passion for content creation to Upwork and work with you to turn your vision into a reality. I treat every project as if it were my own. I have worked with 🌟High Profile Clients / Organizations 🌟 throughout my career, including the following: ✅ Discovery Communications, including Discovery+ ✅ Destination America ✅ Quest Red UK ✅ Children's National Hospital ✅ Mental Health California ✅ Financial Narrative ✅ Lumiata ✅ Active Minds ✅ The Nature Conservancy ✅ USSEC / US SOY ✅ Vested...

Max L.
$50/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Digital Video
  • Video Editing
  • Film Direction
  • Photography
  • Photo Editing
  • Cooking
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Videography
  • Lighting

Hello everyone! My name is Max; I'm a professional videographer and photographer for the past seven years. I also have a team, and we offer Awesome Video Production Services. Feel free to contact me, and you'll receive fantastic service and results.

Eugene S.
$40/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Concept Art
  • Cartoon Style
  • Game Art
  • Motion Graphics
  • Pixel Art
  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • 2D Game Art
  • Music Video
  • Traditional Animation
  • Video Editing
  • Animation
  • 2D Art
  • 2D Animation
  • Character Animation

Hi! I'm Eugene and I'm a freelance digital artist with more than 11 years of experience in concept art, illustration/animation for games and music industry. 5 years as a solo artist and game director of Summer Catchers — a video game in pixelart style. 9 years as a freelancer. Made a lot of music album covers, mobile game art, animated backgrounds and music videos. Specialized in drawing giant creatures and Ghibli-style looking scenes, but I also love to challenge myself with different kinds of projects in a variety of styles.

Kristine K.
$75/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Content Writing
  • Testimonial Video
  • Social Media Content

Video editing is time consuming. Let me help. With more than a decade of experience working in video and television production, I can help turn your raw video into a great story with a clean, professional look. I specialize in promotional videos, commercials and presentations, but I'm always up for something new.

Andrian S.
$35/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Sketching
  • Videography
  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Audio Mastering
  • Photo Editing
  • Creative Writing
  • Wedding Videography
  • Event Highlights Video
  • Audio Editing
  • Graphic Design
  • General Transcription

OVER 400+ hours of interviews, podcasts, videos and audios transcribe online! FAST and ACCURATE! RELIABLE and DEDICATED! NO IF's or BUT's! JUST WORK to SATISFY! ALL AROUND Social Media Manager and GHOST WRITER for blogs, articles and short stories! ◄Focus Fields► ∎Digital Arts∎  Graphics Design and Illustration  Videography and Photography  Video and Image Editing and Manipulation  Print Layouting ∎Creative Literature∎  Creative Writing  Blog Writing  Article Writing  Short Stories and Essays  Film Scripts ∎Extended Crafts∎  Auto-Interior and Furniture Design  Auto-Interior and Furniture Upholstery  PDF Editing and...

Josh W.
$120/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Video Editing
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Video Advertising
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Animation
  • Explainer Video
  • Animated Explainer
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Film Editing
  • Corporate Video
  • Storyboarding
  • Background Music
  • Documentary

I am an award-winning video producer and editor with over ten years of experience. My expertise is in creating results-driven videos. Every piece I create is designed with the end-goal in mind, from attracting investors, to increasing sales, to all your company’s needs. I attended three years of film school, and then went on to complete a bachelors degree in Entrepreneurship at Penn State. I am extremely efficient, and I work very quickly. If you have a video project, I would love to talk with you about it!

Roman B.
$20/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Video Editing
  • Audacity
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe After Effects

My name is Roman Bill and I am an experienced user of Adobe Premiere. I have been using the program for over 3 years and have enough knowledge of it to provide you with a finished product that will not disappoint.

Anusha G.
$40/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Social Media Management
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Presentations
  • Organizational Development
  • Microsoft Office
  • Virtual Assistant
  • YouTube
  • Voice-Over
  • Podcast Production

Hello and thank you so much for checking out my Upwork profile! My name is Anusha and I love helping passionate individuals with purposeful visions and goals to document and share their journey through multi-disciplinary collaboration by utilizing the skills I enjoy and excel in. From graphic design, social media strategy and content, video editing and more, I love being creative in a fun, transformative and empowering process to ensure excellence and inclusiveness in all that I do! You'll quickly learn that I am energetic, success driven, dedicated, and passionate about my professional work and have had the privilege and experience in...

Jacqui W.
$60/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Video Editing
  • Video Color Correction
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Videography
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Avid
  • Video Conversion

I'm an experienced video producer/editor based in Chicago seeking freelance projects. I've created successful TV shows, commercials, and digital media over various platforms from inception to the final touches in post-production, plus I'm extremely energetic and fun to work with! You can view samples of my work at my website listed below in the portfolio section. I graduated from Columbia College Chicago, where I majored in Television Post-Production. After college I spent over 7 years in Chicago producing and editing TV programming for PBS-WTTW. There, I produced and edited the TV show "Check, Please!" which, with over 100,000 viewers...

Md. A.
$45/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Camtasia
  • Video Editing
  • Audio Editing
  • Elearning
  • Audio Production
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Video Advertising
  • Video Color Correction
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Background Removal
  • Rotoscoping
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Education
  • Audio Post Production

This is Arif, Professional VIDEO EDITING & PRODUCTION service provider, with over 8 years experience in E-Learning, Explainer, Intro, Marketing, Television and Commerce video editing and production. Please take a look at my Upwork profile. It will simply give you an overview of my previous work, quality, client satisfaction rate and what I already have done for my clients. You will get the answer "why working with me is the right choice." ✅I feel proud that all my previous jobs were successfully delivered! If you just have an idea and need creative help on editing, I can assist you. If you know exactly what you want and would rather be...

Serge F.
$20/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Video Editing
  • VFX Animation
  • Animation
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Sony Vegas
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Intro & Outro

Hello. I'm Serge. I'm a skilled editor using Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Sony Vegas Pro, Cinema 4D. I use my talent, combined with many years of television and video post production experience to convince potential clients that I can successfully complete their project. Creation slideshow, parallax-effects, 2D 3D animation, VFX -effects, video edition, video post production. What will you get if you decide to work with me? You've get: ► Very fast turn around ► Great quality of work, attention to details ► Competitive price Write me and lets work together!

John R.
$30/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Audio Post Production
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Instagram Story
  • Music Video
  • Video Commercial
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Explainer Video
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Final Cut Pro X
  • Video Editing
  • Testimonial Video
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Advertising
  • Video Design

I create videos expertly crafted to your brand identity and project goals. No matter how big or small. I deliver professional content that elevates your message and grows your audience, while staying fresh and authentic to you. I am proficient in Final Cut Pro, and well versed in storytelling and audience retention.with experience working with graphic design and the Adobe Creative Suite. I’d love to hear about your next video project! Listed below are examples of the services/skills I offer. This isn't an exhaustive list, so please message me with any questions. Vlogs/YouTube videos Lyric/Music videos Training videos Facebook ads...

Robert F.
$85/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Video Editing
  • Video Journalist
  • Videography
  • Video Advertising

Hi, I'm a full-time freelance videographer with the ability to create brief, compelling videos that communicate what's unique about individuals, companies and non-profits in a way that engages audiences. I've had experience working with a wide range of companies over the past seven years, from interviewing executives at some of the nation's largest and fastest growing tech companies, to working with arts and educational institutions to document the creation of new works of art. I've also worked with a variety of non-profits and small businesses in and around Philadelphia to create videos that highlight their services. I believe you can find...

Drew C.
$180/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Southern American English Accent
  • Videography
  • Video Editing & Production

Drew Carlisle is an award winning camera operator, editor and graphic designer based in Charlotte, North Carolina where he is the owner of Tried & True® & Carlisle Videography. Tried & True® is a video production company serving Fortune 500 clients and sports professionals worldwide. Carlisle Videography is the most well- reviewed wedding cinematography business in the Southeastern United States. Drew holds a M.A. in Graphic Design from Bob Jones University and a B.A. in History from Erskine College in Due West, South Carolina. His work has been viewed by millions across the globe.

Anastasiia K.
$50/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Photography
  • Photo Retouching
  • Graphic Design
  • Photo Editing
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Amazon FBA
  • Lifestyle Photography
  • Photo Manipulation
  • Product Listings
  • Studio Photography
  • Product Photography
  • White Background Photography

Hello, everybody! I am professional photographer, editor and art manager from Ukraine I provide full photo production service: concept, location, sourcing of models, photo and video shooting, managing of the shoot, post-production. I am competent in following directions: e-commerce, fashion, lifestyle/social media photography. Photography for Amazon listings. Hi-end photo retouch. Video production. Open for projects and happy to work with YOU! My client's feedbacks: "A++++ A total professional! A total pleasure to work with!!! Very satisfied and so happy to have done business with Anastasiia. I will be a repeat customer for sure. A big...

Nadia G.
$50/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Video Editing
  • Video Animation
  • Video Design
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Social Media Video
  • Maxon Cinema 4D

We will create attractive and engaging ad videos that will increase your sales! With dynamic content and graphics, you will get the viewers to watch your ad videos first, and they will want to click on them to know more about your product or services -or even better, make a quick purchase! People have very little patience and check the ads' length before even seeing what they are about -they'll also try to skip it if it doesn't fit their needs. My job is to help you get your ads played till the end and to help you increase CTR values. To achieve this, the first 5 seconds should be the most eye-catching ones, so people keep watching it; yet...

Jorge S.
$44/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Video Editing
  • Color Grading
  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Adobe Photoshop

My Name is Jorge Santana, I’m a Video Producer / Editor who loves to tell stories and moves the audience through images and sound. In the last 17 years. I had been involved in many different projects with prestigious companies and clients where I had the opportunity to grow up as a professional and to polish my technical and creative skills in different areas. Software Skills: - Premiere Pro, Avid & DaVinci Resolve: Editing and Color Correction. - After Effects & Photoshop: Motion Graphics. - Adobe Audition: Work with Voice Over, Effects, and Music.

Timothy H.
$50/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Testimonial Video
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Scriptwriting
  • Video Commercial
  • Video Editing
  • Audio Editing
  • Logo Animation
  • Video Post-Editing

I am a highly motivated producer and editor who loves to create. I work with the Adobe Creative Suite and can do anything you need, from simple b-roll editing, ads for broadcast, OTT, and socials. If you need motion graphics, animated logos, or other design needs, I have you covered. I believe in clear communication and goal setting at the beginning of a project and aiming high. My goal is to help you realize your vision with a product that makes you proud and helps you accomplish your goals. My skill sets include: - Video Editing. I have edited everything from commercials and marketing promos to sizzle reels and program length...

Akshay G.
$50/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • VFX Animation
  • Modeling
  • Videography
  • Acting
  • Video Editing
  • Video Commercial
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Film Production
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Film Direction
  • Influencer Marketing
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Management
  • Commercials

I am Akshay Gupta and I run a production house "A frame in motion" in Delhi where we cater to all video and photo-related needs. We have all the high-end equipment to produce crisp and amazing videos and a great team that specializes in their respective domain. Instagram: @afimproductions Services we offer: - Product shoot - Music video - Ad films - Corporate video - Interviews - Documentaries - VFX - 3D animations - Photoshoots - Digital marketing - Youtube video editing - Other video editing services It is important to me to provide exceptional video service by giving personal attention to my clients, listening closely to their...

John B.
$60/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Video Sales Letter
  • Motion Design
  • Animation
  • Videography
  • Motion Graphics
  • 2D Animation
  • Video Design
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Video Editing
  • Corporate Video
  • Video Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Commercial
  • Explainer Video

I am a passionate storyteller with a special interest in digital technology and innovation. With over 12 years of professional experience in the video production and creative sectors, plus constant interactions with lead marketers and key executives, my skills expand beyond the technical aspects to include insightful communication, and practical approaches to help deliver effective results. ✅ 100% Job Success ✅ Among the Top Video Professionals on the Platform ✅ Delivering results to Fortune 100, Startups & More ✅Upwork Skill Certification - Video Editing My focus is in helping you produce videos that significantly increase the projected...

Timon K.
$29/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Commercials
  • Color Grading
  • Kinetic Typography
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Video Advertising
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Videography
  • Video Editing
  • Film Editing

✅Passionate freelancer on Upwork specializing in video editing 🎥🎞 with experience at high level. That experience can be put to work on your video, making it stand out from the competition. ✅ Some of my work has been shown on German television ➡️I have worked with 🌟High Profile Clients🌟 in my Career, including the following to illustrate some of them: ✅ Rolls Royce ✅ Mercedes Benz ✅ Alpha Foods As a child, I discovered my passion for video editing and filmmaking and from that a career has developed. I build up a Youtube Channel with over 70'000 subscribers and millions of views. After I got my Bachelor of Arts degree in Digital...

Kalleheikki K.
$154/hr
  • Trophy Icon Video Production
  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • KeyShot
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Motion Graphics & Visual Effects
  • 3D Rendering
  • Marketing
  • Redshift3D
  • 3D Modeling
  • Color Grading
  • Rotoscoping
  • 3D Animation
  • Visual Effects

You don’t want just any designer, but an expert visual marketing designer with a track record. I work with ambitious companies during their growth phase. I work with multi-million-dollar crowdfunding and venture capital investments campaigns. I help you grow and maximize results. Take the worry out of your visual marketing needs, and concentrate on what you do best. I’ll take care of the rest. Why keep doing it the hard way, when you can start on the route to success in the time it takes to say “yes”? The record shows you won’t regret it.

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Getting Started With Video Production

Ready to start creating high-quality videos for your business? Whether they’re for marketing or training, customer service or social media, videos are one of the most effective ways to get your message across. And it’s easy to get a polished video produced from start to finish entirely with contractors. Here, we’ll give you the tools and tips you need to get started.

What type of video should you produce?

First, think about the message you’re trying to communicate and the best way to visually represent that message. A few formats you might consider are:

  • Live action uses footage you capture (e.g., a product video) or source online (e.g., stock clips edited along with a storyline seen here)
  • Animated uses motion graphics or digital animation, like a whiteboard video
  • Hybrid video uses a combination

How to get a video produced?

What goes into getting your video made will depend on the above, but generally include:

  1. Pre-production: First, draft a creative brief and scope, which will inform your timeline and the talent you’ll need. A video producer can be a great source for guidance and product management as you navigate the process.
  2. Storyboarding: A storyboard tells your editor, animator, or videographer how you want your video to flow. A storyboard artist can create a series of sketches that represent each shot you have in mind, along with any dialogue or voice-over (VO). These can be as detailed or loose as you like, with directions for camera angles, lighting, and transitions.
  3. Scriptwriting: Whether your video is all text or voice-over, you’ll need a script that outlines the dialogue in a succinct, engaging way. Find a scriptwriter to polish up the non-visual (but very important) parts of your video
  4. Voice-over: Hire a professional voice actor or narration specialist to deliver your script. Pay close attention to things like cadence and tone—you want the voice-over to reflect your brand and your message.
  5. Videography and direction: For live action videos, having someone who understands angles, shots, lighting, and expertise with frame rates, lenses, stabilization gimbals, filters, and ultra-HD resolutions like 4K.
  6. Animation: An animator will bring your storyboards to life and line up visuals with your voice-over. Animation can overlap with motion graphics, which also includes animated visual elements and typography.
  7. Audio editing: Many videos only need a bit of music to be a finished product, but those that require voice-over, sound effects, or have live-action audio can require the help of a more skilled sound editor to ensure the right mics, mic covers, and recording equipment are set up so wind and background noise don’t ruin your audio.
  8. Editing: Here’s where a video editor brings it all together: footage, audio, and motion graphics like title cards or subtitles. A video editor will ensure the right tempo, transitions, color grading, and sequence.

Estimating your video’s cost

Here are a few cost factors to consider as you frame up your budget.

Cost Factor #1: The type of video you’re producing

A full-blown live action video with videography, storyboarding, and scripts will be more expensive than short stock clips edited together with transitions and music. Similarly, it can be easier to produce interviews and screen capture videos than it is to create original animation and motion graphics.

Cost Factor #2: Expertise and technical know-how

Do you need an editor or a videographer-slash-editor? How involved are the concepting and story arc going to be? Do you need next-level 3D animation or live-action sound recorded in a tricky environment? When it comes to video, expect to get what you pay for. More polished, high-definition video with complex requirements like transitions and timed cuts require a bit more know-how.

Cost Factor #3: Live action videography, direction and production needs

Live action videos will require from a production standpoint than videos that can be created from stock clips on a computer. Shooting high-definition footage may require professional videography equipment, and you’ll have to take into account talent, locations, studio requirements, props, costumes, and other technical details that go into filming live actors.

Who to Hire on Your Video Production Team

Have a video marketing strategy ready to launch? It’s time to build a bench of skilled talent to start creating your content.

Whether you have a few video experts in-house and need extra talent to supplement or you’re looking for video experts to help with the entire process, freelance talent might be a good option because you can find the skills needed for each step of the process.

Who do I need to create my video?

In case you’re not sure exactly which services you need, here are some considerations:

  • Does your video require original footage and videography?
  • Are you mostly using motion graphics, animation, and screen capture?
  • Do you primarily need editing of live action clips?
  • How much of your video will be scripted voice-over or narration?

Narrowing down what your video will include will help you match your requirements to the skills you need. Below is a quick rundown on the types of video freelancers you might need.

Video Producers

Video producers can provide guidance, insight, delegation, and product management as you navigate the video process. For more complicated video productions, they can be a valuable liaison between you and all the talent contributing to the video, and can help with everything from renting equipment to storyboarding and editing. Find a great video producer and you’re setting yourself up for success.Video Editors

For more straightforward videos, an editor can act a lot like a producer, collaborating with other contributors like the voiceover artist and scriptwriter. They’re the art directors of your final video, using editing software to bring all of your video’s creative assets together into a polished piece. They’ll set the pace and tone of your video and maintain the vision and mission for the video every step of the way.

Tip: Check out video editors’ demo reels and portfolios to get a sense of their style.

Scriptwriters

A writer who specializes in content for video can help brainstorm concepts, collaborate with editors and producers, and ensure your video is on brand and on message.

Voice-over Artists

Choosing the voice of your video is very important, and is a great way to set the tone for your video. If your video leans heavily on narration, be sure you’re engaging the voice-over talent who can deliver the style and cadence you’re looking for.

Tips to keep in mind before launching production

Video Length

The length of your video will play a big part in both the scriptwriting and voiceover recording processes. There’s no magic number when it comes to ideal video length, and research varies. The key is not letting the video drag on too long, and not cutting it too short. An editor will be able to weigh in on pace and length, which can help speed up production.

Upwork video producer Harry Yu says “Many say between 30 and 90 seconds, but there are lots of top-performing videos that are multiple minutes long. The rule of thumb: Viewers have a short attention span. Keep your videos to the recommended time, but if you believe your content is compelling and entertaining enough to go longer, you should definitely do so.”

Sourcing Stock Clips Online

If you’re creating a short video on a budget or tight timeline, one excellent option is to purchase high-quality clips and b-roll footage from stock video resources online.

“There’s a huge variety of clips out there that are high quality and well produced,” says Yu. “Some even offer batches of videos with the same actors in them for more character continuity, consistency, and flow.”

These content-rich resources make it possible to produce a large number of short videos relatively easily. Check out sites like Videoblocks, Dissolve, Shutterstock, or Adobe Stock.

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