Pixel Film Studios

Brandon Davis – Local Athlete’s Spotlight Short

orlando — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 22:14:23 +0000

We had a blast yesterday in San Diego, CA filming local skater Brandon Davis for an athlete’s spotlight short that will be out later this month. The sun was slightly unpredictable but the temperature was perfect and we actually ended up getting some solid footage.

We shot at Magdalena-Ecke YMCA International Skatepark in Encinitas, just south of Oceanside. This preview was shot on the 2003 X-Games vert ramp at the park—Davis is primarily a vert skater and his talents and experience needs a 120′ monster to nail the tricks in his bag.

Check out a preview of Brandon Davis’ Athlete’s Spotlight and check back for the full documentary short released later this month!!

Sports Documentary Crew #2 // The Pixel Film Team

What the &*%# is Corporate Videography?

orlando — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 18:42:52 +0000

Professional corporate marketing videography is almost required nowadays to claim and maintain visibility in the increasingly competitive online marketplace.

Possible clients use the net everyday to vibe out a business before considering contacting it. Small businesses up to huge corporations can utilize video media as a way to increase branding efforts, communicate business messages more effectively, and reach out to markets and audiences that are otherwise unreachable without the use of up-to-date marketing methods.

So What Makes For A Great Corporate Video?

Like all marketing efforts, a useful marketing video will have a clearly defined message. A good videography firm will spend some time getting to know your business and its goals. To be effective, it needs to tell viewers what sets your business and its products/services apart from your competition. What is the main idea/message you want the viewer to walk away with? Effective videography turns viewers into clients, fast.

Captain Obvious says: go with a videography company that will yield professional and high-quality results. The amount of low-end corporate videos out there is frightening. A low-quality, poorly shot and composed video sends a low-quality message to the viewer, “This company sucks.” The goal of the corporate video is build a sense of trust and professionalism for your business.

Pixel Film’s tip: do your homework—find videos that you particularly enjoy watching and that vibes with your business. Have the videography company study your selections to ensure that you get exactly what you had in mind.

Check out our corporate videography services and contact us for a consultation!

The Pixel Film Team

New new new!

orlando — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 18:09:14 +0000

Okay so it’s official…we’ve moved into a new location!

It’s been a long few months of tedious planning and meetings but we’re finally unpacked and open for business in Aliso Viejo, Southern CA! Computers are up and running, speakers blaring, comfy chairs, TVs, spiffy desks…we’re lookin’ good.

Also up and running is our new website (you’re on it right now…). Keep checking back regularly for blog updates, new features, and brand new photo/video samples. We have a ton of stuff in store for the site and the blog and we’re so excited to share it and hear back from you!

The biggest project right now is spreading the word about LifeDoc, a revolutionary videography service that captures your child and family’s growth over time! Check out the LifeDoc page for more info. Contact us to schedule a visit and to see more samples!

Browse the site and drop us a message, we’d love to hear from you!

The Pixel Film Team

10 Q’s for your Wedding Videographer

pixelfilm — Tue, 10 May 2011 22:09:28 +0000

Picking out a wedding videographer can be a tricky and mind-numbing task and, unfortunately, not all videographers are created equal. Although you may have set a budget, phoned a few artsy friends, and have seen a few heart-wrenching videos, you may not really understand the world of the wedding videographer.

Ask these 10 Q’s to your possible Wedding Videographer to determine if they’re right for you:

“Have you done weddings before?” – Duh, silly question. But the wedding business is fast money, and therefore, tempting to a professional corporate or commercial videographer that may otherwise be a poor wedding filmmaker. So check out their wedding portfolio!

“What is your videography style?” – Videography styles vary: cinematic, photojournalistic, documentary, or a mix. Note their videography style and see if it’s the vibe you’re looking for in a film that will last…um…forever!

“Will you work with our photographer?” – This is important. You may end up paying for two totally different styles and quality of photo and video work. Find out how they coordinate with your photographer. We offer both…just sayin’…

“Do you have any other weddings that day?” – It is not uncommon for a videography crew to shoot two or three weddings in a single day, so make sure to specify what their time frame and availability is so that they’re focused on you. It’s your wedding, be selfish!

“Will you be shooting it yourself?” - Is the person you’re discussing your wedding with the same person that will stand behind the cameras? If not, hunt the bugger out and ask them these same questions.

“What is your process?” – Videography processes vary widely. Ask for a brief explanation of their filming and editing process. If the video mumbo jumbo is unclear, ask questions! We don’t bite, promise.

“Have you shot at our site before?” - If the videographer has shot at your location before, ask to see the footage. If they have not, forgive them and let the other samples speak for themselves. Communicate any specific details and intricacies about your location you want captured.

“What kind of equipment do you use?” – Ask to see their equipment and found out how it differs from any other videographer nearby. If the equipment makes alien noises and looks like it feeds on small animals, you’re definitely dealing with solid professionals.

“What do your packages consist of?” – 2 cameras or 4 cameras? Digital or film? Ceremony and reception or just ceremony? Discuss what their packages consists of and how flexible they are. Most world-renowned companies create a custom package for each client. We’re just that nice…

“How much and why?” - The Spielberg and Lucas magic brought to your wedding can come at a hefty price, so discuss options and negotiate the price. It is not uncommon to pay several thousand dollars for professional videography.

Your turn! What kind of questions did you (or did you not) ask your videographer and how did that change your experience?

The Pixel Film Team