Sparkhouse

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I work for a digital marketing agency.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We needed to produce a professional video of a live interview.

What were your goals for this project?

The video had to be done quickly.

SOLUTION

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

The video featured an interview with the CEO of Response Mine Interactive and a leading industry expert.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

It took Sparkhouse one day to set up and create the video.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Everything was perfect.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We were impressed with their responsiveness.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a multimedia specialist for Sena Technologies Inc. We provide Bluetooth technology and solutions for the motorsports and action sports industries. I’m responsible for writing and creating in-house content.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We needed someone to create an explainer video. 

What were your goals for this project?

We hoped the video would briefly describe our new app.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We were impressed by their history of developing high-quality media under tight deadlines.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

They produced the video based on a short storyboard idea/concept.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They handed us a great video after just two weeks.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They were quick with revisions and feedback and provided great communication, which helped us meet our tight deadline.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Sparkhouse got to work on our concept quickly and produced a good, quality video.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I'll definitely work with them on a future project.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the director of digital marketing for one of the largest manufacturers of foodservice equipment and supplies.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We wanted to produce a series of educational videos to showcase various manufacturing processes to new and existing employees.

What were your goals for this project?

We need five different videos for all the various areas.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We had prior experience with them.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

The process was straightforward. They first spent time working to understand the scope of the project and then worked on the video production. They gave us estimates for the cost and duration of the work, which they kept to well.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

The feedback process was very easy. Everything was done online, and they provided us with proofs and different versions.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

All the relevant stakeholders were pleased with the outcome of the work.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The communication was easy and smooth throughout.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We appreciated the easy access we had to different versions and the way in which we could provide feedback and edits.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the marketing director for a global lifestyle brand straddling consumer electronics, action sports, and the outdoors. We create stuff you probably want.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We needed a video for a Kickstarter campaign.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We did our research. We needed someone who got our vibe and was competent.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

Sparkhouse worked based on the solid outline we provided. We shot in one day. They sent back revisions within a week or so.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Sparkhouse delivered exactly what we were looking for. It's a fun video that informs the viewer of the product details.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Sparkhouse was great at scheduling and shooting. They were quite easy to work with. We handled revisions via phone calls and emails.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The production value was top-notch. They had an extremely fast turnaround time.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm a project manager at a regional home builder in Southern California. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We wanted a video that highlighted the special features we build into each of our homes.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted a professional, concise, and presentable video.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Our marketing coordinator found Sparkhouse.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

The video highlighted construction and design features that we include in every stage of construction.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

We gave materials to them and they gave us input.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We're just now uploading the videos to the TVs in our model homes, so no results yet.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Communication was great and the shoot went smoothly. Sparkhouse offered their input every step of the way. It was easy to produce the video and implement changes.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I appreciated their responsiveness, follow-up, and professionalism.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the CEO of a fully-integrated branding and marketing firm.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We needed help with video production for a healthcare client.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted clean, crisp interviews of the top executives as well as a b-roll of the various clinics.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

They were recommended to me.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

Sparkhouse provided a fully-staffed and professional production crew with the most updated state-of-the-art equipment. They set up each shot including lighting and sound.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

They were organized and efficient.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The outcomes of the project were great. The film was beautifully shot, and the client loved it.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The workflow was perfect. The crew was professional, efficient, and extremely easy to work with.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The quality of their work is outstanding.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am an associate broker for a boutique real estate agency that specializes in residential real estate. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We hired them for some individual marketing videos.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goals were to spotlight individual agents and highlight their unique personalities and strengths.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We interviewed several different agencies that specialized in video marketing. Torrey (CEO, Sparkhouse) and his crew checked all our boxes. They were innovative and able to complete the project done within the established timeline and budget.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

For a good understanding of their personalities, the script writer met with each agent and asked a variety of detailed questions about their backgrounds, strengths, interests, etc. Prior to the shoot, Torrey explained the filming process and the team published expectations and a schedule for the shoot, which was conducted over several days.  We provided several outfits, signs, and additional props while they provided hair and makeup professionals. They asked us questions off camera to put us at ease throughout the shoot.

What was the team composition?

We were assigned a script writer, a hair and makeup team, a lighting team, a photographer, a producer, a videographer, and a sound producer.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Not only have local agents adopted our concept, but all of our videos posted on Facebook and YouTube have received substantial positive feedback from clients, friends, and co-workers. 

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The workflow was excellent! Communication was open and flowed seamlessly through email, text, and phone calls.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their ground breaking ideas and cutting edge concepts were very impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the VP of a marketing agency in Irvine, California.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We hired them to see our vision through and develop a series of explainer videos for one of our clients.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to create videos to explain the new products in our client's portfolio and how to sell them.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We had heard good things about their work and their price was competitive.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.

We worked with the Sparkhouse team on scripting, voice-over selection and recording, music selection, graphics, storyboarding, etc.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

They make themselves available to their clients and are quick to respond and turn things around. They listen and don't try to push things on you that you don't want or didn't ask for.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our clients were very happy with the produced videos. Sparkhouse was able to deliver under a tight deadline and stayed within our budget.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

We worked very well together as a team.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their team is very easy to work with.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Nope.