Tamra Lee Ulmer - pretty fun huh? I just finished the one of the little "piggy bank" for a client and he already has 1,100 views!!!
Thank Erin Bates for a well written post about animated micro-videos. We've used video testimonials and other short videos based on PowerPoint slides in our business - but no animation so far excepty for a couple of "Powtoons". Very interested in exploring this topic further - so - bookmarking!
Looking forward to reading more excellent posts from you - and just realized we were not currently following you - so fixing that now! CLICK!!
Andrew Mooers | 207.53...
Houlton, ME
Erin this is a fantastic idea that wouldn't take much to put into play. Tell more about the software to make micro videos a super easy process. It makes so much sense to me and there are many uses for a short little clip. Thanks!
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
Real video of the properties, of the local events never go out of style. There were real estate cartoons that were big for awhile too... but the platforms come and go if not monetized. Easy to make though and the cartoon characters share the woes, process details Erin Bates !
Hannah Williams
Philadelphia, PA
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
Erin Bates I have been making short videos for some time now . I have been putting them at the end of my blogs and putting them on Facebook .. There are several platforms to choose from
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
Erin...I am kinda diggin this. I am going to take a shot at it and see what I can come up with :)
Hi Erin - That's a great idea and very interesting. When we get some a break in the craziness, I'll definitely be checking out how to do this. Thanks :)
Hannah Williams
Philadelphia, PA
Good evening Erin Bates ,
This is very cool!! I'll be checking this out too when we get a break with our over the top market!! Bookmarked!! Thanks for sharing a very feature worthy post!!
Erin, both videos are interesting. I found myself losing interest after 15-20 seconds. How expensive are animated videos?
Definitely on my to-do list since 2014. Any tips on companies that can do animated videos for me?
Erin Bates - indeed this is pretty cool!
I have been using Powtoon for my 1-minute video market reports - and do see lots of views on them.
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers - THANK YOU for your lovely comment and your follow. Testimonial videos are always great! Keep up the good work! :)
Praful Thakkar - I would LOVE to see what you have been doing with the market reports. You should post a link! :)
Mike Wong - Ha, ha! Mike, that is too funny and something I so commonly hear from folks. Video is on the list but the last thing to be done. Of course, I can always recommend me (my company) as I do lots of them for my clients. (I am a licensed Realtor but actually own a marketing company specializing in Real Estate and Mortgage) - but you can also use Fiverr. I have heard mixed reviews about Fiverr but definitely something to consider.
Sharon Parisi - You are right on the money - right around the 20-30 second mark is when people trail off, so, when doing the Micro-Videos you want to keep them UNDER 30 seconds.
The pricing really depends on so many things. For example, if you hire a "high-end" production company to make these videos for you, you could be looking in the thousands (this MIGHT be something you would do for a branding video). If you hire a smaller marketing firm (like mine for example), depending on the length of the video, you are looking in the $100-$500 range, or even less once templates are made. If you use sites like Fiverr (which have a lot of mixed reviews), you could be looking at as little as $5-$25 bucks.
Erin, thank you for the additional information. This is definitely something I'm going to explore.
Dorie Dillard THANK YOU for your kind comment. Yes, it is definitely something to keep in mind. During the slow season is the perfect time to ramp up marketing for the coming year and videos are an all-star right now.
Anna Banana Kruchten - I LOVE Your new profile picture! Too fun. Yep, it's pretty neat to consider these videos huh? You can get high-end software, such as the adobe suite, you can use online software (powtoons, etc), or you can even use good old PowerPoint! Or, of course, you can hire someone to do the leg work for ya! Ha!
Hannah Williams - Good for you! You are in the minority and leading the way for those who want to join you on your path!
Hannah Williams
Philadelphia, PA
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 www.SpaceCoastHomesNow.com - CANNOT wait to see what you come up with! SpaceCoastHomes video debut coming right up!
marti garaughty THANK YOU for the feature! And that cookie looks good.
Hannah Williams
Philadelphia, PA
Dick Greenberg - I can only imagine the fantastic (and likely hilarious) videos you will create my friend!
Great way to expose yourself and get side tracked what one was going to do,
Thanks
Sam
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
I have a few must-dos on my list for this year and embracing video is one of them. Thanks for the micro-video overview.
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
Love the idea and so good to see you back "in the Rain" Erin.
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
Thanks for great suggestions:
When working with a client I suggest that we start with ONE video that explains your brand and go from there! The opportunities are endless!
Animated MICRO-VIDEOS ... Are You Using Them?
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
I'm not using them, yet, but I think it's a great idea, if done well, given the popularity of video and what seems like increased interest in getting information very quickly and efficiently.
Jeff
I use them on one of my websites and it seems to work for making my site sticky. I've had good response from those that have viewed and it's rather simple to implement.
Carla Muss-Jacobs, RET...
Portland, OR
All these substitutes for doing business are fine. The bottom line is what matters
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
Erin, are you a member of YouTube Thursdays, if not please join. I'd love to have featured this post. Great information. D
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
Erin, not animated but I am using more video. I'm working on an entire series of videos right now.
Erin,
This is something that I will work on incorporating into my business plan. Sounds like good marketing tactic: short and sweet and to the point.
Brigita
On the to-do list for sure. Thanks!
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO
Brigita McKelvie - ABSOLUTELY! I love your horse picture, are your horses incorpated into your brand at all?
Brigita McKelvie, Asso...
Lehigh Valley, PA
The horses are definitely part of my brand.
Brigita
Roger D. Mucci - Hi Roger! I have been thinking lots about you and Mickey (From FB). Hope you are doing well my friend.
Jeff Dowler CRS - you nailed it. Asking consumers to "click, click, click" is becoming a "thing of the past". Bounce rates are climbing all the time and finding a way to get in front of someone BEFORE they have a chance to bounce ... is KEY!
Teri Pacitto - LOVE your term "sticky" - that is too clever. You are right though, videos keep the engagement up and bounce down!
Richie Alan Naggar - yes, of course the bottom line is doing business. I like to help people who need to get more business so they can do business! Ha! In today's world there is always something you can do to get new business and if it's not one-on-one interactions, then maybe it's videos! :) Google sure thinks so...
Richie Alan Naggar
Riverside, CA
You explain yourself well Erin Bates ...thank you
Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD - I wasn't apart of that group, but am now! Thank you for the good suggestion. I am glad you stopped by and love your new profile picture, you look very professional and happy.
Debb Janes EcoBroker a...
Camas, WA
Thanks for joining Erin. We look forward to your future posts and tips about the importance of video marketing. D
Oops, not posted in group yet. If so, I can get it to the top of the blog roll. D
It is an interesting possibility. My market (NYC) is such a particular market, I would definitely need to think carefully before using this type of tool.
Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD - WOOHOO, the group finally showed up in my "groups" section allowing me to post this article to your group. I will be sharing another one tomorrow. THANK YOU so much for your assistance!
Can a personal photo be turned into the face of an animated character to customize it?
I haven't used videos yet, but it's on my list. I have been learning WordPress and blogging.
Oh how awesome! I need to explore this, I'm always open to new ideas, perspectives and different forms of advertising! Thanks for sharing this!
Erin Bates
Aurora, CO