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We are a Creative Agency that supports Brands, Agencies and Organisations to achieve their goals through Animation and Video Content.
With our large network of Creative Partners, we bring together the expertise needed to realise great ideas and to deliver stunning & exciting content that audiences love to watch.
Clients love our end-end campaign support options and our straight up working culture that is based on collaboration, creativity and empathy.
We put people at the heart of everything we do because for us – Business is Personal.
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Portfolio
Emerald Works, Kaplan, Mettler Toledo, Remington, Zen Internet, Royal Mail, Princes, British Council, Ladbible, Adelphi.
The LADbible app launch
Video of the year - Prolific North Awards 2016
Our video campaign for the Ladbible saw us shaping content for a brand that is known as a hub for content, none of which was their own.
They came to us asking to help them find their own voice online. The target audience was 16-25 year olds who use their social media platforms.
As they wanted to make a statement, we decided to make something ‘out of this world’ which lead to sending their app into space.
We decided to use a face of Ladbible, Johno, to go on the journey and guide the viewers for the first time.
The pre-production of this project took precedent as we had to make sure everything was ready for our one shot one take chance to get it right. We used a Go Pro to put on the balloon and used GPS to follow the flight path.
We use the Ladbibe channels, Vine, Instagram and Facebook to release the video, drip feeding clips to create a buzz for the app and added a call to action at the end of the video to download the app.
This content received over one million views in 24 hours and allowed the visitors to engage with the launch of the app instead of just seeing a sponsored advert and ignoring it.
By making engaging content we were able to get a conversation started on their channels and make a buzz around the launch.
The app went to number one in the Itunes app store within 24 hours and helped to shape the future content style for the Ladbible.
Google Retail
Bearded Fellows were commissioned to produce three animations to introduce retailers to the three new interactive resources at their disposal.
Google’s solution was to build three interactive resources, one on attracting local shoppers to stores (Google My Business), a second to improve your mobile sites (Speed Scorecard) and a third using insights to make smarter decisions (Google Analytics).
Whilst Google is one huge brand, each produce or site within its umbrella has its own little characteristics and it was left to us to define this for Google.
We were given an initial style direction by Google but had to wade through a very large asset bank to hone down the look and feel to match with the retail webpages.
Each animation had a different character to try to capture a wide demographic. We produced three 10 second sample animations bring to life the character and their retail environment to give Google a clear look and feel for each animation.
We produced a music track that was designed to feel more like a soundscape with SFX that brought to life the animations in a subtle, but engaging way.
We liaised with the marketing team through our interactive review process and we were able to create three animations that showcased the benefits of Google Retailer for retailers.
Remington Legends Campaign
Our client wanted to mix grooming and sport. We were challenged to mix the two and decided to attempt to incorporate humour. The result was a 6-month campaign across various sports and scenarios synonymous with male grooming and specific sporting moments.
With each of these visuals used to advertise during major sporting events of 2018 (Anthony Joshua vs Parker, Wimbledon, Grand national, Champions League/world cup) we utilised the benefits of using a Remington grooming product with successful sporting moments
Inspiration Everywhere - Show Business Interiors
Showbusiness Interiors are an interior design collective and they wanted to showcase visually how their designers go about creating and how they find inspiration. We created and designed a campaign following various designers and their journey for inspiration
Reviews
the project
Video Production for Professional Development Company
“They provide very hands-on service and never let us down.”
the reviewer
the review
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m a senior content marketing executive of a company that provides accountancy training.
What challenge were you trying to address with Bearded Fellows?
We didn’t have any video marketing materials and needed a partner to provide those assets.
What was the scope of their involvement?
They've handled anything and everything that had to do with video marketing for our company. That involved idea creation, scripting, hiring actors, filming, and editing. They also provided us with advice on how to best use videos in our marketing work. It was truly an end-to-end service. They created about 50 videos for us in our engagement so far.
What is the team composition?
I’ve corresponded with about four people from their team.
How did you come to work with Bearded Fellows?
They’re located near our offices and were recommended to us by someone in our networks. We interviewed them and other suppliers but decided to go with them.
How much have you invested with them?
We spend about $50,000 each year.
What is the status of this engagement?
We’ve been working with them since December 2018.
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
My company feels that the quality of their work is miles ahead of marketing content we’ve produced before. It’s much more captivating and modern. Accountancy can be a dry subject, but they have helped us reach our audience more directly. Their work has been the driving force behind us redefining our brand within the marketplace. We now have a stronger social media presence, and our video performance has increased year-over-year.
How did Bearded Fellows perform from a project management standpoint?
They work efficiently and pull their weight when it comes to project management. While I generally manage the project, they speak directly to our stakeholders and others in the business. They’re proactive when it comes to project management and never miss deadlines. We communicate on video calls, on the phone, and over email. They’re also happy to come into our office as needed.
What did you find most impressive about them?
They provide very hands-on service and never let us down. We’re treated like their only client, as they deliver as much value as possible to every project. When we’re unpredictable, they’re always flexible and accommodating with deadlines. They’re a reliable team.
Are there any areas they could improve?
Price could always be lower, but they provide a very strong service.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Arrange face-to-face meetings to make sure everyone is on the same page about once every quarter.
the project
Performance Review Video Prod for Digital Learning Company
"Their flexibility, creativity, and quality are impressive. The Bearded Fellows are a joy to work with."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
As Head of Learning Design for Emerald Works, I'm responsible for managing the production of digital learning content for our custom clients.
For what projects/services did your company hire Bearded Fellows?
Bearded Fellows support us with their animation expertise, their creative design and their ability to convey complex messaging with clear visuals.
What were your goals for this project?
To encourage colleagues to engage with the performance review process.
How did you select this vendor?
Bearded Fellows are one of our top 'go to' animation studios for projects like this. We know the quality they can produce, and their collaborative approach to development, so we check in regularly.
Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.
The video made use of existing branding, combined with a 'colleague story', to demonstrate the performance review process and highlight the benefits. My team led on the scripting, in consultation with our client, while Bearded Fellows managed the illustrations, storyboarding and animation.
What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?
I was provided with a clear schedule, with regular check-in points, and provided with opportunity to flex where necessary. Deliverables arrived on time, every time, and were to an incredibly high standard with very little feedback from us.
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Project results are TBC, but the quality of the animation was such that we've already engaged Bearded Fellows again on another, larger, project.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
The workflow was incredibly effective. The team has joined our Slack workspace and has since become an extension of our internal team.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Their flexibility, creativity, and quality are impressive. The Bearded Fellows are a joy to work with.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Can't fault them!
the project
Promotion Video Material for Marketing Company
"They are professional, friendly, great to work with and the quality of their work is superb."
the reviewer
the review
The client submitted this review online.
Please describe your company and your position there.
Managing Director at NBE Digital. NBE Digital is a search engine marketing agency based in the heart of Manchester. NBE Digital gathers a deep understanding of your core values to deliver a bespoke marketing campaign with maximum ROI.
For what projects/services did your company hire Bearded Fellows?
Bearded Fellows have created a bank of videography assets for ourselves and our many clients. One of the key features of clients success is having good quality visual content for their business for us to be able to promote the quality of their product or service. It is imperative to our strategy that the visualisation is of the highest quality.
What were your goals for this project?
To ensure that the visual presentation of the products and services are professional and representative of the quality of the clients business.
How did you select this vendor?
I was introduced to Bearded Fellows from a colleague who had worked with them previously and highly recommended them.
Describe the video(s) and the process in detail.
We provide a brief of the project a combination of the clients and our requirements. Beared Fellows
What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?
Once we have provided our brief Bearded Fellows provide us with a proposed storyboard and project specification to deliver. They offer insightful recommendations to enhance the project.
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The clients have seen significant increases in ROI
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
Great guys and very easy to work with
What did you find most impressive about this company?
I have full confidence when recommending Bearded Fellows that Joe and Matthew are people who I am more than happy to recommend to our own client base. They are professional, friendly, great to work with and the quality of their work is superb.
Are there any areas for improvement?
No
Although working with a dry subject, Bearded Fellows has been proactive throughout the partnership and delivered impressive videos that outpace alternatives. The captivating, modern feel of the content produced has helped the client redefine their brand and increase their social media presence.