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· Blog, Client VideosHi Maxine Here is a .zip file containing high res versions of the intro and outro. Let us know if these are OK Right click here to download the zip file
Hi Maxine Here is a .zip file containing high res versions of the intro and outro. Let us know if these are OK Right click here to download the zip file
Hi Eamon, Here is a small sample clip just so you can get a feel for how you come across on camera. We think the tone is great. http://vimeo.com/28800135
We don’t normally choose to harp on about our getting a new client, since it feels a bit self promotional, but we can’t help it this time! We very excited to be working on a new project with the wonderful people at Concept Amenities. Concept Amenities are an Australian business gone global, providing amenities services to the hotel, retail and spa industries. Part of the reason we are so keen to be working with Concept is their particular focus on green and sustainable products. With so much in the hotel industry being geared towards disposability, Concept has developed a range of products made with an organic additive that makes it totally biodegradable. As they service some of the biggest casinos and hotel chains in the US and globally, this makes a huge difference to the state of our planet. We also love the way that they communicate. In formulating our upcoming shoot, Concept was very receptive to some creative and unusual ideas, and showed that they were willing to take a risk in order to stand out from the noise. They bring a uniquely Australian straightforwardness to their media efforts, which we were very keen to expand upon for the coming promo. Starting mid-September, we will be travelling the globe, shooting for Concept in Shanghai, Melbourne, Miami, Las Vegas and London, creating a montage that shows no matter where their business takes them, the core values travel too. Aside from being an opportunity to travel and meet new people (yay!), we think the end result will be a unique and exciting piece that says so much more than words alone. Stay tuned in the coming months, and we will keep you abreast of our travels and progress on this fun and exciting project. http://www.conceptamenities.com/index.php
We do a lot of important work for our clients here at Hunting with Pixels, but we were particularly pleased to be a part of the Byalawa project. Developed in conjunction with academics from several university health departments, we set out to create a series of video scenarios and case studies that show some of the issues in communication between health professionals and indigenous patients. Miscommunication during these interactions can result in serious health issues further down the line. We knew that these videos were going to be used to teach the next generation of health workers, so it was very important that the stories were true. In that respect, we were very lucky to be able to work with some great local indigenous people, who very generously offered not only to share their stories but to act in our scenarios as well. The resulting videos were an honest look at how cultural differences could change a situation we all take for granted. They were uploaded to the Byalawa website, and combined with information from various academic studies, to provide a well rounded and informative learning tool for health students. We’re very proud of these videos, and hope that in the long run they help to make a difference in this very complex but important part of education. www.byalawa.com
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Steve Rubel, executive VP for Global Strategy and Insights with Edelman. Edelman is a global public relations firm, well known for being on the forefront of technological change.
In these three clips, Steve talks more about his work at Edelman, about what drives him, and offers some advice on how to match your career to your passion.
Do you think there is something behind your enjoyment of working at Edelman, like for example does it stem from curiosity? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHRpxlC9iwQ How do you find what you love to do? Is it luck or a mindset that allows you to explore things you are passionate about? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u00JHmq37Pw What drives you to do what you do? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XljhZRdfREM
In today’s media saturated world, it’s more important then ever to cut through. The problem is that we are all approached from so many angles that we commit every shorter bits of time to everything just to keep up! This is why getting the first impression right is more important then ever. This Short Takes will look at first impressions from a variety of perspectives. We’d like to thank business coach and guru extraordinaire Hugh Todd for coming up with the brilliant title ‘First Impressions That Last’. Gold.
“Personal Brand” is a term that has become widely used with the rise of social media, but it is often misunderstood. Your physical appearance is just one aspect of your personal brand, but it is critical to your reputation and the scope of your influence. Understanding the non-verbal messages your appearance is sending to your clients and prospects allows you to present yourself appropriately and authentically for any situation – work or play. Stylist and Personal Brand Adviser, Emma McDermott will give us some tips and techniques for becoming memorable for the right reasons. 
Emma has a background in marketing and brand management in the corporate sector and now runs her own business My Personal Stylist, helping professionals and small business owners make a lasting impression. http://mypersonalstylist.com.au
When we meet someone who is authentic at every level we are drawn to them and open to what they have to offer. In any business everyone involved needs believe and literally digest the company’s mission and vision, or the mismatch will be picked up, and your business will come across as a business that has no focus or integrity. Lis will share some key principles you can use to get clarity about your own values and principles, and align your actions to those – and then work to find alignment with the mission and vision of your business. 
Lis is a keynote speaker and mentor. She has designed her current suite of presentations to address the void that exists in evidence based approaches to managing performance and productivity. http://thebucketrevolution.com
One camera presenting guru Nigel Collin will share share some more practical tips on how to make that great first impression when presenting to camera. 
Nigel Collin is a creative facilitator, speaker and mentor who has worked with and hung out with creative people, innovative thinkers and thought leaders most of his life. He understands the importance of inspiring people to be more creative and giving them the skills, confidence and resources to do so. http://presentingoncamera.com/
“Is the Google search the sworn enemy of the first impression? Is bad Facebook etiquette the new social faux pas? Before you get a chance to make an impression your social media presence may be making it for you. Find out how social media can help – rather than hinder – your personal and professional reputation right from the start”. 
Mandi Bateson is Digital Director at Hill & Knowlton, and a keynote speaker and expert on social media, Community management; Social CRM; Content seeding and Influencer outreach among others! http://blogs.hillandknowlton.com/mandibateson/ So what is Short Takes like? Here’s a video of our previous Short Takes: http://www.vimeo.com/25950043/
The next Short Takes will take place on the 22nd of September 2011 at the Hunting With Pixels HQ on level 1, 270 King Street in Newtown. Doors open at 18.00, we start at 19.00! It’s only $ 60,- early birds rate for four awesome speakers, free quality food and drinks, great networking and simply a cheekiest way to combine business with pleasure. We’d love to see you there! Book your place here: 
Earlier this year, Hunting With Pixels caught up with Shay David from Kaltura on the New York leg of our epic interviewing spree. Kaltura are a leading open-source video platform, helping business and educational clients deliver top quality video solutions. In this video, Shay David goes into the benefits and drawbacks of businesses employing consumer engagement and feedback in their online marketing strategies. Generally speaking, having your online marketing videos open to consumer feedback and engagement is a great thing, and can really help build your brand. This is increasingly becoming a part of many marketing strategies in several ways. First, as video production costs have gone down, businesses can now be more generous with content. Not only can marketers afford to show more, they can show a product from all angles, show people using it, and show it being used on-location. This leads to greater engagement and association with the audience. Also, with the proliferation of the internet and consumer video options, it is increasingly possible for customers to create user generated content, such as crowdsourcing. Businesses such as Amazon have found that user reviews are the best sales tools ever. Often the fact that a business is willing to be open to consumer feedback shows that they are confident about their product, which like user reviews are a great selling point. However the flip-side of that is that if the product sucks, people are going to know, and they will tell others. To counter the possible negative side effects, consumer interaction needs to be carefully managed. Businesses that keep control of their content, and moderate any user feedback, have a far better chance of managing any damage to their brand. You want to encourage frank conversation, but also keep the lid on hate speech or degrading of your brand. It is a fine line to tread. In a controlled environment, like Amazon’s user reviews, customer engagement can be a powerful part of a complete marketing strategy, especially if you are confident in your brand/product. It can occasionally be risky, but the reward is increased engagement with the customer. [vimeo http://www.vimeo.com/25698600 width=”100%”]
Isn’t it tricky to get your message across these days? There are so many choices to make, and they all have so many ramifications for your business. Should you spend more time on Twitter? Do you need a Facebook page? Is video the answer? How do you expand your network of clients in a way that is efficient so you don’t burn through your marketing budget with one ill advised Adwords campaign? And how do you make sure you attract the right clients instead of an endless array of tyre kickers? At Hunting With Pixels, we can appreciate you don’t just want to dive into the deep end, especially when it comes to online video and social media, so why not get the right information so you can make an informed decision? 
Here’s what the free consultations entails:
We look at how your brand is currently communicating to your target audience. Based on that research we make recommendations on how to get better results.
Have you been thinking about doing a video for your website, but not sure if you’ll be any good on camera? Try it out for free and get some great tips on how to present.
We’ll look at everything. Your website, your written content, your newsletter, the way you speak and look; all these things combined build your brand communication. 
So why not get started and book your free consultation today! We don’t bite. We do wear silly hats and phone shaped masks, but that wouldn’t put you off, would it? 1300 505 262 or hit us in cyperspace.
It’s all good and well to Tweet and Link And Face, but at Hunting With Pixels we still like having cups of coffee with our clients. Pop by and meet the people behind brand, or fill in your details below and the Magic Pixel Pigeons will deliver it to our inbox. It’s amazing. 
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As a professional speaker, what you sell is the fact that you can really engage your audience. Great speakers have this amazing ability to create a spark and inspire people to challenge their own ideas. The problem is that it’s really difficult that translate that to online video. When you do a presentation people in the audience have this great experience, but when you watch it back on a small video, it just doesn’t come across.
The reason for this is that the environment in which you present is conducive to live performance. The lighting, the audio and the background just aren’t right for video. You could do your presentation in a studio of course, but then you miss that interaction with the audience that really gets your presentation to that next level.
So when we recently talked to our friend Nigel Collin, who’s an awesome ‘on camera presenting’ coach, we thought it would be great if we could combine a live presentation for an audience with the controlled environment of a studio. Have a look at the video;
For $ 1495,- you get:
If you want, you can recoup some of the cost by selling tickets for the event! So get in touch now!
