FAQ
1) I’m starting a video project from scratch but I’m not sure where to start, can Play it By Ear help?
Yes, we’ll always be happy to come round for a no commitment informal chat, share our experience and advise on the best way a video can help you. If you’re happy to go ahead we’ll then come up with a storyboard (a list of video shots) and if required a complete working script. We’ll sort out locations and organise interviews etc. Once this preproduction work is done we can get down to the serious business of filming. At the editing stage, in consultation with you, we’ll take charge of sorting the music and the all important voiceover.
2) Isn’t video terribly expensive?
We’ll do our best to keep costs down for you. We also offer different options – have a look at our packages page or drop us an email to find out more. It’s surprising how quickly a promotional video can pay for itself through increased sales.
3) I’ve been considering a personal video biography for a good friend but am worried she’ll be nervous when it comes to filming and won’t know what to say – can you help?
It can be daunting – but once we’ve had an initial chat with your friend we’re sure she’ll soon relax. We’ll send her a list of questions well in advance of filming and our experienced interviewer will soon put her at ease when it comes to filming. We’ll also help them collate photographs and any archive video material for inclusion in the final production. For more details take a look at our sister website www.memorychest.co.uk
4) I’m a hotelier – I like the idea of a video for my website and also for a promotional DVD, how can I be sure it will increase bookings?
From our research and feedback so far many people have said how much they enjoy the option of watching a video and how it influenced them when making a booking. A number of hoteliers have told us their video has created a lot of interest from customers who felt it was a lot better than photographs and gave them a much clearer idea of what to expect.
