ROCC Film Berlin

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Global Corporate Communications Manager for DKMS, an international nonprofit that helps to register potential stem cell donors and facilitate stem cell transplants to patients in need around the world.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ROCC Film Gbr, and what were your goals?

Our organization was celebrating our 30th anniversary with a number of private and public events, across seven countries and five continents. We needed to create a video to play at all of these events that would celebrate our 30 years of work, while highlighting the impact we have had on the industry and our continued efforts to further impact the global patient community.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We have had the pleasure of working with ROCC before on both local and global video projects relating to awareness and registration campaigns. We selected them again for this project, as they had previously proved themselves to not only be knowledgable and adept in their field, but keenly able to pick up on the nuances and needs of our specific business and industry and adapt ideas to better conform to our expectations and desires.

Describe the scope of their work in detail, including any steps and the final deliverables.

We needed to create one film that addressed 30 years of history and highlighted the unique individual achievements of seven different offices across five continents. The scope was large, as the entire video needed be a manageable 5-6 minutes while covering a wide array of topics and achievements, while also including enough time to map out our current endeavors and future plans.

The ROCC team also needed to create the video out of repurpsoed footage, b roll, and still images sent in from across the countries and across the decades (meaning varying resolutions and quality), while ensuring that the final piece was seamless.

The creation and delivery of the video to place over the course of two months, including the initial ideation phase. The final deliverables also required multiple versions of the video, with subtitles in the different languages of the countries we operate in, as well as both a German and English voice-over.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

I personally worked with three members of ROCC: the two founders and creative directors, as well as a Director/Editor.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The project was quite successful and the end product was well received both internally and externally. A key endorsement for the video also came from the current global CEO and our founders, who believe that the video was not only successful in achieving our initial goals, but also managed to maintain our organization's tone of voice and values. It was as if we had created the video externally!

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

ROCC Film Gbr had a very hands-on approach to project management, meeting frequently with us during the initial ideation stage and touching base only on any aspect of the film that they anticipated may require further discussion.

They laid out clear timelines for what would be achievable and were quick to adapt to any necessary changes we had either for the over all production or specific aspects of the video that needed to be corrected or edited.

They not only listened to our requests, but were able to learn from what we asked for to better deliver what we ultimately wanted. Ultimately, even on a tight timeline, ROCC Film Gbr ensured all deliveries were prompt, even when edits were needed.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The fact that the company has remained small, with a core group of employees, allows it to be both more flexible and also more aware as a whole of the needs of their clients. The companies founders are creative in their approach to ideation and very good at synthesizing the requests of clients to better present them with a final product that reflects the desires of the client, sometimes beyond even what they originally imagined.

This dynamic makes the company approachable for projects, even if the organization approaching them does not have a clear and final idea of what they want.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

At the time of the project, I was the CEO (Vorstand) of Natural Dental Implants AG, a venture backed technology start-up. Our product, the REPLICATE System replaced teeth to be extracted with a unique fully customized dental implant, a copy of the natural tooth to be replaced, including the roots.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ROCC Film Gbr, and what were your goals?

We hired ROCC Film GbR initially to produce a 5-minute crowdfunding video, that explained our technology, the market potential, our strategy and presented the founders in the best light. Our goal was to raise about 2 million EURO form individual investors on Companisto, the leading crowdfunding platform in Germany.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

ROCC Film GbR was introduced and recommended to us by the owner of the social media marketing agency we used at that time. We were looking to hire an agile team that understands our needs, has the ability to visually explain our technology and connect to the founders and the management team, and present them in the best light.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail, including the project steps and all stages of production.

In an initial meeting we explained our goals for the project. Christian who later served as director in the video production and Christoph, a meticulous cinematographer understood the need for "creative story telling" and immediately brainstormed about the story line. The production cycle was very efficient. Video shooting in the factory, the interview process between the director and the founders, the light, the mask artistry, the sound track production, the cutting process, the color grading, every aspect was utmost professional but at the same time easy going for us, professionals that are not used to video production, as day-to-day business.

Who did you work with and what was the feedback process like?

We worked in several iterations with the director/project manager, the video production team, the cutter and the sound engineer, and received feedback videos as the work progressed. We identified with the team from ROCC Film the missing elements, for the next iteration. The video needed to work for both, professional venture capital investors, and for business angels, who may invest based on their good feeling about a project. Finally, when it all came together, I couldn't be more impressed by the work product. ROCC Film delivered a masterpiece.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The crowdfunding video was very successful. Our financing round was oversubscribed. We raised over 2 million EURO form individual investors on Companisto. After that, we created and produced various image videos and explanatory videos together with ROCC Film for for several years.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

ROCC Film had a creative approach to tailor the "story telling" to our needs. Easy to work with, and super professional in all aspects of collaboration, communication, pre-production, on the set, and in post-production. Me, being educated and working as an engineer, I was afraid talking freely in front of the camera. Christian interviewed my in a way, where I forgot that I was in front of the camera. His ability to connect and guide me through that process was a simply great.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The team of ROCC Film has a lean, agile, professional, creative and flexible approach. They were dedicated to learning what we needed and delivered within our budget. Last but not least, they were fun to work with.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Back then, working with ROCC Film it my first video production. They helped me through the process nice and easy. We had one unnecessary iteration as we changed somewhat our business messaging while producing the video. The team from ROCC Film adjusted well, it was not their fault. There is nothing that I would expect different next time.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the managing director of a tech start-up, responsible for operations, marketing, finance and human resources. Our company produces and distributes intelligent camera systems, which are used for marketing purposes in retail.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ROCC Film Gbr?

ROCC Film created an image film for us for a crowd funding campagin. The aim was to set the scene perfectly for the company, the people and the product and to tell the story behind our company.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

ROCC Film was recommended by an friend. After a short personal exchange, it was clear to us that we wanted to shoot our image film with ROCC Film. The chemistry was right from the start. The two guys were super sympathetic and asked the right questions. The price was not cheap, but not too expensive either. We were able to find a great deal that fit our budget.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

At the beginning, we roughly planned together what we wanted to implement. What message do we want to communicate to the investors and which partners will interview ROCC Film first. Chris and Chirs did a lot of organising themselves and contacted me whenever they needed my feedback. In the end, the result was a super image film that was exactly what we wanted.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We only communicated with Chris and Chris. In addition, ROCC Film had helping hands on set and the editing was done with one of their partners.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Thanks to the image film by ROCC Film, our crowd funding campain went very well. We received over 170,000€ from investors and in the end our company was acquired outright by a large corporation.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

ROCC Film has a good handle on its processes. Timelines were met and the team worked very independently. You quickly realised that you were working with professionals.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

When making a film, every detail matters. They were great at keeping track of all the details and created an authentic image film that conveyed the company.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

I can absolutely recommend ROCC Film and could not find anything essential that could be improved.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Marketing of Ostrom

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Smart green energy provider & management platform

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ROCC Film Berlin to accomplish?

• Film production

SOLUTION

How did you find ROCC Film Berlin?

Online Search

Why did you select ROCC Film Berlin over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from ROCC Film Berlin were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

- 1 Day of shooting in Berlin (10 hours)
- CEO talking about product benefits and showing them
- 1 cinematic lit sit-down interview, tons of smooth B-Roll capturing
- Shoot in 6k RAW
- 3 revision rounds

Deliverables:
- 1 x 3-4 minutes main film (16/9) in German
- 3 x Social Media cut downs: 15 sec. / 30 sec. / 60 sec. (1/1 and 9/16) in German with German and English Subtitles
= 12 Playouts
= 13 total films

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We're still waiting on the final product

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They scheduled the shoot in good time and the first deliverables will be ready one week after shooting

What was your primary form of communication with ROCC Film Berlin?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What truly sets Rocc Film Berlin apart is their empathetic approach to storytelling.

Are there any areas for improvement or something ROCC Film Berlin could have done differently?

n/a

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Designer of a D2C e-commerce customer agency

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Agency for D2C Customers in eCommerce

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ROCC Film Berlin to accomplish?

• Postproduction Videos

SOLUTION

How did you find ROCC Film Berlin?

Other

Why did you select ROCC Film Berlin over others?

• Referred to me
• Other

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

--

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

ROCC Film Berlin delivered on time and responded well to feedback. 

What was your primary form of communication with ROCC Film Berlin?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

--

Are there any areas for improvement or something ROCC Film Berlin could have done differently?

kickoff in person, in general more in person communication (via digital meetings). Would have been better if we had meetings in person to clarify misunderstandings.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Operations and Studio Manager of buchfunk.studio

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

As an audio book publisher and service provider, we produce thousands of hours of audio books, podcasts and other audio content every year in our Berlin and Leipzig recording studios.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ROCC Film Berlin to accomplish?

• create an imagefilm
• hit an emotional commercial

SOLUTION

How did you find ROCC Film Berlin?

• Online Search
• Referral

Why did you select ROCC Film Berlin over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit

How many teammates from ROCC Film Berlin were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

• Advice on the feasibility and implementation of the image film for our recording studio. 
• Preliminary discussion and location visit before filming. 
• Fast and professional filming, with great consideration for our wishes. 
• Very fast post-production and extremely good correction loops. 
• Perfect result, implemented very quickly and at a fair price!

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Adherence to the schedule and good and fast communication.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The schedule was created, and all questions and requests were quickly discussed.

What was your primary form of communication with ROCC Film Berlin?

• In-Person Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Pleasant working culture, friendly interaction and high performance at a high level

Are there any areas for improvement or something ROCC Film Berlin could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Senior Account Manager of a creative and strategic advising company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We advise companies both strategically andcreatively. We help them achieve theirrespective goals.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ROCC Film Berlin to accomplish?

• Creating a brand image film for social and online

SOLUTION

How did you find ROCC Film Berlin?

Referral

Why did you select ROCC Film Berlin over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from ROCC Film Berlin were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Creating a brand image movie for social andonline. 
Idea:

• A mix of interview format & stock materialaccompanied by an active voiceover tocommit the holistic thoughts.

Deliverables:

• Brandimagefilm 90sec + (D, FR, Eng)

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Engagement rates on the social channels
• Bookings
• Initial conversations onsite with thecustomer

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

• Great collaboration. 
• Very professional. 
• Good and transparent communication. 
• Despite the tight timing, delivered on time.

What was your primary form of communication with ROCC Film Berlin?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

We had fun working with ROCC Film Berlin. They were very open, had a lot of energy, and showed commitment on set.

Are there any areas for improvement or something ROCC Film Berlin could have done differently?

Nothing to add here. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Education Business, Ceo and Business Trainer.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire ROCC Film Gbr, and what were your goals?

As Business Trainers we do have high standards for our Trainer-Videos. For that challange we did need good consulting and support for the conception work first.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

It was important, that we have a comon sense of quality in every picture and also the same fable for storytelling.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail, including the project steps and all stages of production.

We went true a view consulting meeting with Chris & christoph and felt very appreciated and understood. The production itself is planned the upcoming month and we are looking forward.

Who did you work with and what was the feedback process like?

They both are excellent filmmakers and, that was important for us, also amazing in storytelling and communication. We did benefit a lot from their filming knowledge, and we're looking forward to our partnerships looking forward. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Not yet.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Excellent.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

That they understood our needs from the very first minute on.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Not that I would know so far.