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Why We Threw Out Our Schedule
We had everything planned down to the minute. Shot list? Check. Timeline? Check. Interview questions? Ready to go. Then real stories started walking through the…
What’s Your Time Worth?
There’s a simple lesson Heather’s dad taught her about oil changes that perfectly explains the hidden cost of DIY video production. It’s not about capability….
AI vs Real: The Answer Revealed
Yesterday’s AI experiment had impressive results. If you identified Version 1 as artificial, you’re correct. But here’s the catch I didn’t mention… The AI only…
Can You Tell the Difference?
Can you tell which version is real? We tested new AI technology that can recreate video using just a few minutes of footage. The results…
Thursday Takes: One Video Shoot, A Year’s Worth of Content
Six attorneys came to us with a familiar problem: they needed regular social media content but couldn’t coordinate multiple video shoots throughout the year. We’ve…
Talk to the People, Not Yourself
The difference between 10 years of failure and a 57% approval rate? Speaking your audience’s language. A Harris County utility district struggled for over a…
When It’s Time to Call in the Experts
You might be making this common DIY video mistake 🎬 We see it all the time – smart marketers with great tools still struggling to…
Thursday Takes: Why Pre-Production Matters
A smooth shoot doesn’t start on set. It starts way before. This week, Heather shares how strong pre-production planning helped our team keep a client…
Thursday Takes: Stop Creating Videos for ‘Everyone’ (Do This Instead)
What’s one of the top mistakes companies make with their video content? It’s not poor lighting or audio issues. It’s something much more fundamental that…
Thursday Takes: What’s the Best Way to Shoot Construction Updates?
Think one camera is enough to capture the progress of your construction project? Maybe, but will it show the full story? Will your investors or stakeholders…
Thursday Tips: Quick Video Content Creation for the Busy Season
🎥 Need quick video idea before the year wraps up? This week’s Thursday Tips has you covered! Don’t let the busy season stop your content…
Thursday Tips: Show Off the Progress of Your Work
Big projects deserve big stories! 🚧🎥 This week’s Thursday Tips talks about why documenting your project from start to finish matters. Want to showcase your…
Thursday Tips: Thanksgiving Edition – Relax and Enjoy!
Happy Thanksgiving, friends! Whether you’re carving the turkey or diving into dessert first (no judgment!), we hope your day is full of food, family, and…
Thursday Tips: Holiday Prep – Dont Forget Video
The holiday season is here 🦃🎅 – do you have video on your marketing wishlist?✨ Check out this week’s Thursday Tips to see why now…
Thursday Tips: All-Around Impact – Using Videos Across Your Business
🕵️Looking to broaden your reach? Video isn’t just for marketing or a single part of your sales strategy—it’s so much more! Watch now to see…
Thursday Tips: AI vs Creative
🤖 AI vs 🎨 Creative vision — we all know that AI can make everything easier, but Creative has the personality to make your videos…
Thursday Tips: Scripted vs Interview
Choosing between a scripted or interview-style video can make a huge impact on how your message is delivered. Not sure which one suits your needs?…
Thursday Tips: How Long Should Your Video Be?
The debate about video length is always changing—so what’s the right answer? Check out this week’s Thursday Tips for our advice.⏰ https://vimeo.com/1014388216?share=copy Transcript: Every year,…
Thursday Tips: From AI to Awesome – How to Elevate Your Explainer Videos
AI-generated videos might get the job done, but they can lack that personal touch. In this week’s Thursday Tips, we show how you can turn…
Content Strategy: Two Years of Thursday Tips
Today we’re celebrating two years of our “Thursday Tips” series!🎉 Have you ever wondered how we keep our content fresh week after week? Well, today…
Thursday Tips: Plan for the Unpredictable
Sometimes last-minute or unpredictable events like storms are tied to a business’s revenue. Capturing video content for these events can be tricky. In today’s Thursday…
Thursday Tips: Using a Tripod
For today’s Thursday Tips video, we’re talking about how a tripod can help you achieve those perfect, stable shots. Check it out and see why…
Thursday Tips: Why You Might Need Two Videographers
When planning a video shoot, it’s important to make sure that you don’t miss any important moments that might be happening simultaneously. Watch as we…
Thursday Tips: Nonprofit Videos
If you’re in a nonprofit, this video is for you. Watch as Heather Sasser shares her advice on crafting impactful videos for nonprofit organizations. Learn…
Thursday Tips: Shooting Panel Discussions with a Two-Camera Set Up
When we’re shooting panel discussions or live speaking events for our clients, we want to make sure that we capture enough footage to make the…
Thursday Tips: How to Use Copyrighted Music
Have you ever had one of your videos taken off your social media because of the music in your video? Don’t worry, we’ve got you…
Thursday Tips: Include Employees in Your Company Videos
Looking for ways to make your company culture videos more engaging? Including a mix of employees across all levels in the video not only promotes…
Thursday Tips: Hold Your Shots for Easier Editing
In today’s Thursday Tips, we’re talking about holding your shots to help make the editing process easier. Watch it now! https://vimeo.com/944196738?share=copy Transcript: For this week’s…
Thursday Tips: Exporting Your Content for Vertical Video
So, after you’ve finished creating a video, you’ll want to share that content on your social media. But before you hit export, we have a…
Thursday Tips: Mixing Up Your Interview Shots
When it comes to shooting interviews, the angles and frames we choose aren’t just about what looks good – they can also make our editing…
Thursday Tips: Low Angle Drone Shots
Want to add some excitement to your video projects? Watch as we show you how creative drone angles can bring a fresh perspective to your…
Thursday Tips: Telling Your Story in a 30 Second Video
Are you having trouble keeping your videos short and sweet but still want to include interviews? In today’s Thursday Tips, we’ll show you how to…
Thursday Tips: What is Log Footage?
What is log footage and when should you shoot your video in log? Find out more about the advantages of shooting in this format in…
Thursday Tips: Planning & Scheduling Your Shoot Day
A well-planned schedule is essential for a successful video shoot. It helps ensure that everything runs smoothly and prevents you from missing out on any…
Thursday Tips: Video Tours
In this week’s Thursday Tips video, we’re talking about the importance of creating video tours of your business or school. Video tours can be a…
Thursday Tips: What’s in Our Camera Bag?
In today’s Thursday Tips, we’re sharing what’s in our bag for an out-of-town video shoot. These essentials ensure we get all the shots we need…
Thursday Tips: Mic Placement
Join us as we take you behind the scenes of our Miami shoot, where we reveal a simple yet effective trick to troubleshoot mic placement…
Making Interviews Easy for Your Client
As a video production company, we’re all about making our video shoots easy for clients. We want to take the hassle out of the whole…
Thursday Tips: Making a Shot List
In today’s video, we’re talking about the importance of creating a shot list during the pre-production phase before your shoot. Planning out your shots in…
Thursday Tips: Large Production Teams for Live Stream Events
In today’s Thursday Tips, we’ll show you how using multiple cameras can create engaging event videos that will make viewers feel like they’re right there…
Thursday Tips: Multiple Cameras for Live Events
In this episode of Thursday Tips, we’ll show you how using multiple cameras can create engaging event videos that will make viewers feel like they’re…
Thursday Tips: Getting Extra Content
With the right approach, your content can go far beyond a single project. By using your footage, you can create even more content for presentations,…
Thursday Tips: Repurpose Your Video Content
In this edition of Thursday Tips, we’re sharing a couple ways to boost your video marketing strategy and ensure that you reach more people with…
Thursday Tips: Post-Production Terms
Today’s Thursday Tips will help you understand the video editing process by covering some basic video post-production terminology.
Thursday Tips: Video Production Terms
In today’s Thursday Tips, we’re covering a couple of video production terms that can help you communicate more effectively with your video crew as well…
Thursday Tips: Think of the Big Picture
Want to maximize the benefits of your video production? Learn how to integrate strategic thinking into your planning process. Join us for today’s Thursday Tips…
Thursday Tips: Animated Videos
It may not be possible or necessary to shoot a live action video for every project. Animated videos are a great way to create engaging…
Thursday Tips: Audio Editing
Good video production requires great visuals and well-edited audio. In today’s Thursday Tips, we look at the importance of audio editing in video storytelling. https://vimeo.com/868109719?share=copy
What a Copyright Claim on Your Social Media Video Actually Means
We ran into three Content ID claims on our own YouTube channel last week. Before…
VideoEnvy Wins Two Bronze Telly Awards at the 47th Annual Telly Awards
VideoEnvy won two Bronze Telly Awards at the 47th Annual Telly Awards, one in Manufacturing…
What a Polite Cleaning Robot Taught Us About Production Days
Back in February, our team flew to New York City to interview Dr. Bruce Gelb…
What Remote Video Shoots Really Take
Earlier this month, our team found ourselves in Odessa, Texas, standing in the middle of…
Your Company Culture Is What Happens Behind the Scenes
Company culture videos often feature leadership in executive interviews. That’s important for setting your company’s…
Impact100 Houston Awards Dinner
VideoEnvy sponsored a table at the Impact100 Houston Awards dinner, and we watched five nonprofits…
When Preparation Meets Execution – 17 Commercials in One Day
Recently, we wrapped one of those shoot days that confirms why preparation matters so much…
Making Scripts Sound Like You, Not Someone Else
When Perfect Scripts Need Perfect Moments The script for Madeksho Law’s commercial series looked flawless…
Behind the Scenes with JustServe’s 9/11 Memorial Event
Our Saturday morning shoot at Houston National Cemetery was one of those projects that shows…
Why Your Customers Are Watching YouTube Instead of Reading Your Manual
You know that moment when you’re assembling IKEA furniture and the instructions make zero sense?…
Twelve Years of VideoEnvy
Twelve years of VideoEnvy means twelve years of getting curious about what makes our clients…
BlogEnvy: Two Stories That Changed Everything
We have some news to share, and it starts with the people whose stories we…
BlogEnvy: VideoEnvy Wins Three Telly Awards!
VideoEnvy is honored to announce THREE wins at the 46th Annual Telly Awards: 🥈 Silver…
BlogEnvy: Turn Long Speeches into Event Videos That Keep Your Audience Engaged
Let’s be honest—long speeches can be tough to sit through. Whether it’s a corporate meeting…
BlogEnvy: Engaging Corporate Video Content That Connects!
Today’s video content is all about creating engaging stories that really connect with your audience….
BlogEnvy: Video Marketing for Healthcare & Non-Profit Organizations – Content Ideas to Connect with Your Community
Video Content Ideas for Healthcare & Non-Profit Organizations Videos are a great way to share…
BlogEnvy: Video Marketing for Schools – Content Ideas to Connect with Students & Parents
Video Content Ideas for Educational Institutions and Schools As the holiday season kicks into gear,…
BlogEnvy: Why You Need a Tripod in Your Kit
You might be thinking, “Do I really need a tripod?” Trust us, you do. A…
VideoEnvy Wins at the 2024 Crystal Awards
VideoEnvy took home a Crystal Award in the Interactive, Multimedia & Video – Video: Special…
We Are Telly Winners!
We won 2 Silver and 3 Bronze Tellys! The Telly Awards celebrates the best work…
BlogEnvy: Breaking Down Barriers – Reasons Why Marketers Hesitate to Use Video Marketing
Are you still unsure about using video marketing for your organization? Some marketers are holding…
BlogEnvy: Ways to Prepare for Your Company Video Shoot
Being in front of a video camera can be nerve-wracking, but you’re not alone. We’ve…
BlogEnvy: 5 Reasons Why You Should Create a Video Series for Your Brand
A video series can help you showcase your products, services, and expertise in a way…
BlogEnvy: Best Practices for Using Instagram Reels
Want to get the most engagement out of your Instagram Reels? Reach a wider audience…
BlogEnvy: Video Audience Statistics 2023
Here are some statistics that will help you gain insight into how your audience is…
BlogEnvy: Meta Announces New Changes for Videos on Facebook
Enhanced Video Editing Tools Facebook is bringing Reels’ editing to Feed videos. By incorporating the…
We Are Telly Winners!
We won 4 Silver Tellys and 3 Bronze Tellys! The Telly Awards honors excellence in video…
AMA Houston Named Heather Sasser the Peggy Fitch Volunteer of the Year
At the 2023 American Marketing Association Houston Crystal Awards, our President & Co-Founder Heather Sasser…
VideoEnvy Wins at AMA Houston’s Crystal Awards 2023
The VideoEnvy team won a Crystal Award from the American Marketing Association Houston for our…
BlogEnvy: Product Education Videos
Video can be a powerful tool in helping you reach your goals, whether that be…
Videos Generate Leads
Video is a powerful marketing tool, especially in the digital age. And if you aren’t…
Videos Help Clients Understand Products and Services
Videos are a great way to deliver valuable information about your company’s products or services….
Grow Your Brand with More Videos
Statistics prove that video is the most engaging form of content and provides the opportunity…
How to go Viral
With social media being at the forefront of any successful business, how do you make…
Why Nat Sound is Important
It’s almost instinct for a videographer and editor to think of lighting, color, and music…
What is the Telly Awards?
Did you know we’re an 8-time Telly winning video production company on par with other…
Using Clients in Your Marketing Videos
Using clients in your marketing videos isn’t a new concept. Whether it’s video reviews…
Four Types of Stories and When to Use Them
Stories are an innate part of what it means to be human. Stories are at…
How to Make a Professional Video – The Making of Our KMP Videos
VideoEnvy has spent a decade partnering with Houston nonprofits as well as big-name educational and…
Scheduling Social Media Posts
Scheduling social media posts can give you a big boost against your competitors by having…
Why these 5 Types of Videos Work for Every Business
When you’re ready for your next video, start with this list of 5 types of…
Behind-the-Scenes Content
Why You Should Add Behind-the-Scenes Content to Your Social Media Social media has completely changed…
Video Marketing in Social Media
Instagram’s recent announcement that it will be changing to becoming primarily a video platform has…
User-Generated Video Plus Professional Video is a Win-Win
Why you should include user-generated video in your professional video User-generated video/content: any form…
