Simply Explainer

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the COO of an Illinois-based technology company creating a marketplace for salespeople, networkers, and consultants to connect with B2B companies and make warm introductions and leads for potential clients.

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

We hired Simply Explainer to create 5 (so far) videos for us, explaining how connectors and other salespeople would use the system to earn side-income while doing their everyday jobs.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted engaging, attractive, vibrant videos that stayed on-brand while motivating our audience to engage the site.

How did you select this vendor?

We searched through various sources but eventually selected them from a large talent pool at Upwork.

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

Each video is 20-60 seconds long, and we started by giving some of our graphics and copy, which they took into outlines, storyboards, animation, and voiceover, then combined into rich exciting videos for our users!

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

We would iterate almost daily while they were working, communicating clearly over Upwork chat and sending deliverables back and forth. They were open to commentary and suggestion on their documents and in conversation.

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

We have had a high degree of engagement with users watching the videos and it has added an air of professionalism and maturity to our relatively young site.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Sal was easy to work with and kept everything going fast and smooth, usually I was the one behind on my promises! He works best with simple, direct, clear statements and preferences, leaving room for the team to work their magic.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They animated our still images on our site from scratch, they added sophisticated tonally-matching wipes, whirls, and cuts that made the project feel rich and sophisticated. The first steps were nice but the final product was a step beyond our expectations.

Are there any areas for improvement?

There were a few moments in the beginning where we were trying to feel out each others' wavelengths and way of doing business but it went extremely smoothly.

Please describe your company and your position there.

StudentHub.co is platform in Kuwait to provide part time job for students. I consult their Marketing Team & marketing strategy.

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

We hired Simply Explainer to get our animated Intro video, which can describe our services in 1 minute video so later we can use that on website and on commercial purposes, to lead more students to avail and start our services.

What were your goals for this project?

My main goal to solve problem about what we were doing for students, and we can reach more students with our message and goal.

How did you select this vendor?

I randomly search on animated video freelancers and website, how can create me a video under my budget. Most of them quote me higher budget, but they offer me to done this job under my budget. so prefer to select them.

Describe the project in detail.

Once i done with selection, they assigned a dedicated account manager, they provided and questioner, which i filled with all of my need, then they provided us storyboard within week, which we approved after some little changes, and later they provided first visuals, which i make asked for some additional changes from product pitching point of view. and then approved and handover us source file.

What was the team composition?

Once i done with selection, they assigned a dedicated account manager, they provided and questioner, which i filled with all of my need, then they provided us storyboard within week, which we approved after some little changes, and later they provided first visuals, which i make asked for some additional changes from product pitching point of view. and then approved and handover us source file.

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

After using that explainer video, we got 25% raised in term new students, 50% raised in engagement in social channels. and we smoothly manage our on boarding funnel with this video.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The account manager was very quick & responsive, however when i even email them they responded fast, and deliver us what we required.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The most impressive about Simply Explainer is their pre-describe packages which is under budgets, which helped me to choose them instant. instead of leaving email or wait for the shocking responses.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We were happy with the delivery. They are doing a good job by providing fast and effective services.

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of Doctors on Liens. Doctors on Liens™ is a network of qualified medical professionals who specialize in med/legal evaluations and treatments for personal injury and workers' compensation cases on a lien basis. There is no cost to the attorney, no commission, and no hidden fee.

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

We hired Simply Explainer to put together an animated video explaining our services offered at Doctors On Liens.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goals for this project was to put together a 1-2 minute informative video about our services.

How did you select Simply Explainer?

We selected Simply Explainer because their resume and samples really stood out to us.

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

It was very easy working with Simply Explainer. We provided the script and explained what we wanted, and he put together the animation for us.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

We worked together with the planning stages of the video, and he had one person put together the animation based on our script.

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

The video had much more views on our youtube and Instagram than other videos we worked on in the past. The results were great.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The workflow between our team and theirs was effortless and easy.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I was blown away by the quality of their video animation work.

Are there any areas for improvement?

It was a pleasure working with them. I didn't see any area for improvement.

Please describe your company and your position there.

We create a Video Ad for our Social Channels and Paid Advertisements

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

No challenge the team is great to work with

What were your goals for this project?

Increase business Leads through Online Channels

How did you select this vendor?

I have worked with them on a few projects already.

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

The process has been smooth, fast, and efficient.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Great customer services, they always keep me updated.

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

This is one of the best Video Production teams I have work with thus far, I do plan to use them again on many other video projects.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It was very effective.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They are fast, quick, keep me updated, and have the skills needed.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No nothing I can think of

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm a Real Estate Agent at a real estate company.

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

I hired Simply Explainer for a quick 15s animated motion graphics video for seller home valuations.

What were your goals for this project?

My goal for this project was to bring my idea to life. I had drafted the blueprint of the ad and Simply Explainer brought it to life.

How did you select Simply Explainer?

I found Simply Explainer through Upwork, a platform for professional freelance work. In total, there were about 20 bids on the job posted. Simply Explainer had the highest bid and relevance based on their portfolio. I then hired them and was satisfied, nonetheless.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

The scope of work was to first illustrate my blueprint or drawing, then add some motion graphics, and finally, turn it into a short video. This took some time but was very well worth it in the end.

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

Absolutely. There were times that I had to ask Simply Explainer on their professional opinion on designs and styles. They advised me well and showed me examples.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Communications went very well. I explained my needs in detail, and Simply Explainer transpired the feedbacks to fruition.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Simply Explainer is definitely of a higher class design company. Their quality of work is far beyond others. We would use them every time for my future needs.

Are there any areas for improvement?

At this time, they receive my 10/10.

Please describe your company and your position there.

Devils Pit Barbecue offers a new style of barbecue, our Utah Style "FRUIT INFUSION" Barbecue. Were pioneering it and along with our Take & Bake Barbecue that's growing very fast!

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

We hired Simply to do a video to explain our "Devil Shares", which were pioneering and believe is going to be a game changer for how customers can invest into companies at the ground level and not after an IPO.

What were your goals for this project?

Get a video that explains our Devil Share Program.

How did you select this vendor?

Upwork, they gave a detailed explanation on the type of video that we were trying to create!

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

Took 5 steps, that broken up into milestones went very well

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

They asked for questions before moving to the next milestone, which made it very easy to work with.

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

We gave an example and after each step, we came out with a perfect video.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Great, they worked very well and the escrow process on UpWork made it easy to guarantee both sides are honest!

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their communication skills blew us away.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Nope, they exceeded expectation

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am co-owner and Business Development for a fitness company, YouniquelyFit. YouniquelyFit provides posture-specific workout programs to companies and individuals.

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

We hired Simply Explainer to produce a 1-minute animated explainer video to be shown to companies. Our language can get pretty technical, so in an effort to make ourselves stand out and accessible, we decided to have a fun, animated video made.

What were your goals for this project?

To get across how our programs are different to other fitness approaches.

How did you select this vendor?

Google search

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

We provided a script and other assets and they came up with a visual concept around our script.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Our project manager was very good at setting milestones and providing deadline dates for next steps and delivery of samples and finished products throughout the process. Any feedback I provided was taken and implemented.

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

We have yet to use the video as it's intended.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Very effective. See my answer for vendors' project management and feedback process.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They were able to get tasks accomplished in a timely and professional manner. 

Are there any areas for improvement?

I had hoped to there would be more options from which to choose of the female voiceovers. Our selections were limited and I would have chosen a different voice over if I had been provided with more choices.

Please describe your company and your position there.

Independent Financial Services Firm

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

We needed an animated explainer video with voiceover and special effects.

What were your goals for this project?

To have the video completed and ready for advertising.

How did you select this vendor?

Based off of reviews and previous project portfolio.

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

I completed the script and simply explainer was helpful every step of the way.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Excellent Process

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

I have an excellent video completed and I’m very happy with the work.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Everything was excellent.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their creativity and thorough work at a great price.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None

Please describe your company and your position there.

Enablr Digital Limited - Director/Owner

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer?

I used Ilma for an animated video introduction for my business and logo design.

What were your goals for this project?

Complete a modern, relevant logo design and an engaging intro video with animation and voice over.

How did you select Simply Explainer?

Found on upwork, informal interview, perused previous work etc

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

Clear guidelines for brief sent to me to fill out. Deep questioning on further insights, target market etc requested. 3 stages of completion for the work and funded each stage/milestone as they were completed.

What was the team composition?

Myself and Ilma working on the project together.

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

Since the completion of this work we have seen a significant increase in engagement through sharing of this content.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Ilma was brilliant in communication and produced excellent work quickly and efficiently.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Ilma was incredibly easy to work with and very understanding about slight tweaks and changes we wanted to make along the way.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No. Ilma was brilliant to work with and I would recommend hiring in the future.

Please describe your company and your position there.

Owner of Jackie Errico Fitness. We provide in-person training and online training + nutrition services.

For what projects/services did your company hire Simply Explainer, and what were your goals?

Motion graphic design to help with our rebrand

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

UpWork

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

Took our current logo and created a motion graphic to transform into our new logo.

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

llma S.

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

Very efficient and very fast services. The quality was great and the response tie was AMAZING

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

Very timely and communication was great

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

They are highly efficient

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

No. Loved it