Sparkhouse

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a telecommunications company that builds IoT hardware products. I act as a project manager.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

To create an unboxing and lifestyle video for a new product launch.

What were your goals for this project?

To help communicate the use cases of the device and a brief explanation of how to use it.

SOLUTION

How did you select Sparkhouse?

We have used them in the past.

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

We started with reference videos and a script outline then eventually wrote the script, filmed and edited the video.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

They filmed and edited the video. They used an online portal for communicating project timelines and gathering notes on the latest version of the edit.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have created and posted a launch video that is getting views for our product.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It was pretty good. The team was responsive and willing to help with anything that was requested.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their professionalism.

Are there any areas for improvement?

It would have been good to complete the project a little faster but overall they did a great job.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Sound United its the leader in home audio products. i am a Global Product Marketing Manager

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

Hired Sparkhouse to create a 90 second video to go over and cover an entire product line

What were your goals for this project?

update a previous video and have different touch points

SOLUTION

How did you select Sparkhouse?

came in within budget and has created great content for me in the past.

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

created one product overview video. Sparkhouse came up with the script after i delivered talking points. They delivered a storyboard within two days of script approval. every 3 days i received a status update to let me know where we were in the project. once video started being created i saw an updated video every 48-72 hrs after feedback was submitted.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

did everything through email or frame i.o. this worked the best for me.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

covered all of the points that i listed out for them. got it done in a clear concise way.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They were great, simple, and effective.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

willingness to always help and jump on a phonecall/zoom meeting if I had any questions. Torrey is involved with everything and gave me top-notch customer service.

Are there any areas for improvement?

none

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Head of Operations, Strategy & Partnerships.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

Hired for new product launch ecommerce video.

What were your goals for this project?

Create a cool ecommerce video to launch a new product line.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Referral & scope of portfolio work.

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

Great project management & organization. 1. Client Intro 2. Storyboard Pitch 3. Storyboard Confirmation 4. Model & location Confirmation 5. Script Copy & Video Pitch 6. Script Copy & Video Confirmation 7. Call Sheet Confirmation 8. Shoot 9.1st Draft Video Review 10. Final Video Confirmation & Delivery

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Great teamwork, organization & creativity.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Successful Video & supporting assets.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Extremely effective. Their team was very easy to work with.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Creativity, teamwork & speed.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None, Sparkhouse are rockstars at what they do.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the co-founder of a brand that sells skincare and household products.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We hired them for a crowdfunding video project.

What were your goals for this project?

To get funded for our campaign.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

From Yelp review.

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

1 crowdfunding video + 8 product videos

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

The provided weekly project progress summary via email. There was also a online system where we can discuss and share comments.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The quality of the videos are outstanding. Definitely professional!

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The communication was easy and effective.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They are talented and supportive. Most important, they know the market well.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I'm satisfied with everything.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Echo Media Group CEO and President

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

Video production

What were your goals for this project?

Update a video for Civic 50 OC event

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

On-going partner

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

They produced a video featuring the top 50 civically minded companies in Orange County

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

exceptional

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Excellent

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Seamless

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their ethic and commitment to doing a fantastic job stand out!

Are there any areas for improvement?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Modera Inc, a marketing and advertising agency in Irvine, CA. I'm a Digital Marketing Manager who also manages video projects.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

Video production, editing, storyboarding.

What were your goals for this project?

Quick turnaround, limited budget, and creative solution to animate a static image.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Known previously.

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

Animation of a timeline, combined with an existing video.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Used Frame.io to provide drafts for review and download.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Happy client, successful tradeshow.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Very.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They have a really responsive team and a quick turnaround time.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, considering limited scope of project.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Each year, 3.6 million Americans miss doctor appointments due to a lack of reliable transportation – and barriers to transportation are greatest for vulnerable populations, including patients with the highest burden of chronic disease.

Uber Health recognized early on the importance of partnering directly with healthcare to build HIPAA-compliant solutions that address the unique considerations when requesting rides on behalf of patients.

We have continued to invest in partnerships with innovative companies on solutions that move care forward for those in need. I am the head of Uber Health.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

To create an animation for the new partnership between Uber Health and a prominent logistics company.

What were your goals for this project?

To get healthcare providers interested in using the new Uber Health combined offering.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Through a proposal vetting processes as well as a review of their past work and team.

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

Sparkhouse lead us through their process of scriptwriting, moodboards, storyboards all the way through final animation and music mix.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Sparkhouse provided us with weekly milestones and updates throughout the entire process. They also used a collaborative feedback software to allow our entire team to review, comment and approve each phase.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Not yet.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It was extremely effective and seamless.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their responsiveness and timeliness.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Wouldn't change anything!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Co-Founder and COO of Saphyre.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

For a social media campaign on LinkedIn and multiple other platforms.

What were your goals for this project?

To have brief informative video clips 30-60 seconds, that popped out, and integrated animation and a audio stinger/sonic logo.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

From other website reviews and posts among several vendors and ended up picking them from a consultation call we had.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

They had their own creative suggestions, and structure around a campaign for short social media posts. They provided several samples for our audio stinger, and modified it to our liking. Created a framing format to our different series of video clips as well.

What was the team composition?

Artists, audio media specialist, developer, marketer

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We saw a great amount of positive feedback and exposure due to their work.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Very responsive on a weekly timely basis, sometimes on an adhoc moment, they'd accommodate us.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their creativity and responsiveness.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None that I can think of.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Skyroam, Inc. is a WiFi hotspot manufacturer and service provider. I am the global eCommerce manager who handles all things skyroam.com and 3rd party eCommerce channels.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

We hired Sparkhouse to produce an effective product launch & educational tutorial video for our new WiFi Smartspot Solis X and Solis Lite hotspot.

What were your goals for this project?

To effectively demonstrate and communicate all the strong features and benefits for our new products!

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We have worked with Sparkhouse before on our flagship 4G LTE WiFi Hotspot & Powerbank - Solis. They produced a great product launch video in 2017 to support that product.

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

It was an extremely detailed oriented and thorough pre-production, production and post-production process. Sparkhouse is the absolute definition of professionalism and they overdeliver no matter the stage of the project.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Only feedback I'd say, Sparkhouse deserves more work! These guys are top notch and deliver exactly what they promise to - and then some!

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Successful product launch with strong pre-sales and now early healthy sales numbers for Solis X.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

EXTREMELY effective. Working on tight deadlines and limited resources, we delivered everything ahead of schedule.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their ease and effectiveness in communicating.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Nope! Sparkhouse is the definition of a FANTASTIC video production company.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the President of Blank and Associates, a marketing firm I founded.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Sparkhouse?

I needed to produce a series of personal branding videos.

What were your goals for this project?

I wanted to improve my online presence and increase both prospect engagement and lead flow.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I was impressed by their technical expertise, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong team.

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

They’ve developed a series of over 100 videos for YouTube.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Their project management is first rate.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I’ve had over 100,000 views on my videos, which has driven a constant stream of new folks to reach out to engage with me. I’ve recommended Sparkhouse to many people.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They use an online tool to streamline their process. This ensures they deliver on time and on budget.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their responsiveness and video quality are outstanding.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, not at this time.