The essential elements of every great video story include a hook – a compelling beginning to lure you in – a middle (the heart of the story) and a powerful end. Whether a book, a movie, a video for your nonprofit, government entity or corporation… a story that people remember involves a strong beginning, middle…
Read MoreFireside Production shares how knowing your target viewers is the best place to start for video production success.
Read MoreDon’t cancel your fundraising and corporate events! That’s the take-away from Fireside’s interactive discussion on moving to virtual events in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Your donors, team, community and customers want to engage with your organization and online events are an ideal way to do so. Because these are somewhat uncharted waters, there’s some…
Read MoreThe work of our nonprofits, government agencies, healthcare providers and suppliers is arguably more important than ever before. They have powerful stories they need to share to generate the support and funding to carry out their missions. The challenge is capturing those video stories during this time of social distancing – with serious restrictions in…
Read MoreWhat to expect on your next Fireside Production video shoot during this phase of the response to COVID-19. You know that feeling when it’s the first pool day of the season? The skies are crystal blue and the water is just cool enough to keep the heat at bay. The moment you – and kids…
Read MoreYou are not alone. Navigating the challenge of communicating during the coronavirus crisis is one every organization is facing, and video can – and should be – a central piece of your messaging strategy. Many of our nonprofits are postponing or cancelling their most important fundraising events. Those are the very organizations that we count…
Read MoreIt’s a challenge most any business, nonprofit or government entity faces… making sure your message reaches the people you need to reach. For SungateKids, educating parents and caregivers about school presentations to empower children to recognize abuse and speak up – was practically impossible. Parents and caregivers just weren’t showing up for meetings or events. …
Read MoreWhat one word would you use to describe yourself? On the surface, it may seem like an easy question to answer but go a bit deeper. That’s the challenge we posed to the Boys Hope Girls Hope of Colorado scholars during our winter 2019 Fireside Day of Service and to be honest, the answers astounded…
Read MoreIn our Fireside Client Spotlight, the value of video in showcasing great science and how the right production company makes complex research approachable.
Read MoreI dealt with depression long before I knew there was an actual word or diagnosis for what I was experiencing. Back in the day, we “put a smile on it” and moved on. I’ve struggled with depression much of my life and so, on a personal level – mental health is super important to me.…
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