Slow Clap Productions

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the senior manager for brand video at a website development company. We allow people to build and host websites on our platform.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Slow Clap Productions?
We needed help with filming an announcement video.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?
Slow Clap Productions provided us with video production services. They provided us with the crew, equipment, insurance, permits, and other things that we needed to film some of our staff in our office.

We started the project by meeting over Zoom a few times to go over the concept of what we wanted to do for this project. We worked on the script in-house, but Slow Clap Productions had visibility on our script and offered suggestions. We then brought them to our office to do a technical scout, which involved looking around and figuring out which parts of the office we were going to film.

After that, we were ready to start filming. On the day of the shoot, Slow Clap Productions brought all the cameras, lighting, and crew. They also provided support on the day of the shoot and even food and beverages for the crew. They also secured all of the needed permits.

It was a long day of filming with a bunch of different people from the office. After the shoot, they sent over the footage. We handled all the post-production work in-house.

Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?
I would like to give a shout-out to Dan. He was accommodating and useful throughout the engagement and a great partner in terms of how to capture everything we wanted to do for the project.

What is the team composition?
We worked with four people from Slow Clap Productions. We worked directly with Dan, who was our primary contact, Darissa (Production Coordinator), and Beijo (Associate Producer). They brought in additional people on top of that.

How did you come to work with Slow Clap Productions?
We have a relationship with a live event production company that helps us organize our annual conference. I asked them if they use a production service company for filming, and they put us in touch with SlowClap Productions. They actually subcontracted Slow Clap Productions for this project.

We had also worked with Dan (Founder & Creative Director) in the past, so I felt comfortable when he was suggested to us.

What is the status of this engagement?
We worked together from April–May 2024.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Slow Clap Productions’ work was great. They were helpful and diligent. They worked closely with us and provided great support for what we needed to do.

How did Slow Clap Productions perform from a project management standpoint?
Slow Clap Productions performed well in terms of project management. They delivered the work on time and within budget.

They communicated well with us through Slack and Coda.

Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?
Daniel was great. He was very helpful and a great partner in terms of how to capture everything we wanted to do for the project.

What did you find most impressive about them?
The Slow Clap Productions team was a very excellent collaborator, and I would be happy to work with them again. We had a great overall experience on this project.

Are there any areas they could improve?
There were some technical issues with some of their equipment on the day of the shoot. It would have been better if they had done a little bit more preparation the day before the shoot.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Managing Director, Communications of National Equity Project

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Develop leaders in the field of educational equity.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Slow Clap Productions to accomplish?

• Develop video modules for asynchronous learning library
• Develop video cases for program
• Develop an organizational overview video

SOLUTION

How did you find Slow Clap Productions?

Referral

Why did you select Slow Clap Productions over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

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

I have engaged with SlowClap on multiple projects.

• SlowClap created 70+ scripted modules for an on-demand learning library
• SlowClap filmed and edited video for a programmatic case study
• SlowClap filmed and edited video for an organizational overview

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The videos have all been produced in a timely way and with an incredibly high production value. The SlowClap team is a joy to work with. 

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

SlowClap's project management is phenomenal; they have a strong attention to detail and their project plans are robust and comprehensive. They proactively communicate adjustments to the project plan, primarily due to my own team needing to adjust milestones or deadlines.

What was your primary form of communication with Slow Clap Productions?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The diverse team is knowledgeable and fun. They are really engaged with the content, not just there to sit behind a camera. We felt like a team working together on all the content. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Slow Clap Productions could have done differently?

They have such robust project management and attention to detail that sometimes when things at a shoot were more uncertain that could pose a challenge in the planning. But the on-the-ground team always navigated uncertainty with grace and ease. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an Executive of Landbase

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

AI action model for GTM. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Slow Clap Productions to accomplish?

• Launch video
• Storytelling

SOLUTION

How did you find Slow Clap Productions?

Referral

Why did you select Slow Clap Productions over others?

• High ratings
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Slow Clap Productions were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

Script out video 

support with site scoping 

execute day of 

post production

Distribution 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

100k views on video 

high quality output 

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

Epic. On time. Smooth 

What was your primary form of communication with Slow Clap Productions?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting

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

Slow Clap Agency is a creative video production agency known for delivering compelling and authentic storytelling through their work. They excel in capturing the essence of brands, products, and people by creating videos that feel both professional and relatable. Slow Clap’s team demonstrates a strong grasp of strategy and creativity, providing clients with not only high-quality visuals but also content that connects on an emotional level with target audiences.

Their process involves a deep understanding of client needs, which results in content that aligns perfectly with business objectives. They are collaborative, responsive, and dedicated to making sure that the final product reflects the vision and values of their clients. Slow Clap’s expertise in video production is reflected in their ability to engage viewers, making them an ideal partner for brands looking to tell their stories in a fresh and impactful way. Whether it’s for corporate communication, marketing campaigns, or brand storytelling, Slow Clap Productions delivers with a keen attention to detail and a high level of professionalism.

Overall, if you’re looking for a team that values authenticity, creativity, and client collaboration, Slow Clap is an agency worth considering.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Slow Clap Productions could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am a Higher Education Consultant at UC Berkeley

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley), is a prestigious public research university known for its academic excellence and contributions to various fields.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Slow Clap Productions to accomplish?

• Enhance our storytelling through compelling narrative thought partnership
• Design contemporary and attractive asynchronous learning modules
• Edit and refine the storyline efficiently for maximum visual impact in a short timeframe.

SOLUTION

How did you find Slow Clap Productions?

Online Search

Why did you select Slow Clap Productions over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Great culture fit

How many teammates from Slow Clap Productions were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Crafted a set of asynchronous learning modules on workplace topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion, including a staff organization video. Additionally, they conducted staff interviews to weave together a compelling narrative for our organization.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

While the ultimate completion of the project was notable, the journey was punctuated by outstanding interim deliverables, including previews and updates on casting.

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

Yes, their project management was commendable. They consistently delivered items on time and responded effectively to our needs.

What was your primary form of communication with Slow Clap Productions?

Virtual Meeting

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

What stood out most about this company was the great culture add and their remarkable adaptability. They demonstrated patience and resilience when facing challenging and bureaucratic hurdles from our organization, making the collaboration particularly impressive and unique.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Slow Clap Productions could have done differently?

Slow Clap Productions deserves nothing but positive feedback. They exhibit professionalism in every aspect of their work.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m a category manager at eBay. We’re one of the biggest marketplaces in the world, covering broad categories. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Slow Clap Productions?
We hired Slow Clap Productions to record and edit videos for one of our off-sites for a larger team.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?
Slow Clap Productions recorded, edited, and sent videos for us to show to our larger team. The videos were about wins, successes, and milestones in the process of growth. They had to cover many bases in the videos. To help them produce the videos, we gave them summaries of the milestones we wanted to capture and the content they had to record. We also sent them scripts and questions that we wanted them to ask our team members. In total, they produced 13 videos.
What is the team composition?
We mainly dealt with two teammates from Slow Clap Productions. Sarah (Producer) was my main point of contact. She also recorded the videos and presented them to me.
How did you come to work with Slow Clap Productions?
A co-worker who did video editing was leaving for his wedding and honeymoon, and he’d be gone for a month. Normally, that teammate would do the video for us. However, since he was leaving, he told me to reach out to Slow Clap Productions.
How much have you invested with them?
We spent over $10,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
The project lasted from September–October 2023. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We received great feedback for the videos. It was refreshing to see all the videos and see different employees speak about their wins.
How did Slow Clap Productions perform from a project management standpoint?
Their project management was great. The team delivered work on time and within our budget. Everything went as planned.
What did you find most impressive about them?
We had an amazing experience — the videos from Slow Clap Productions were great.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I was shocked by their pricing and thought it was expensive. However, I didn’t shop around, so their pricing could be in line with other companies.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Tell Slow Clap Productions your expectations — tell them exactly what you want. If you don’t, they’ll work creatively and do things their way. However, if you tell them your requirements right off the bat, everything will be easier for everyone. 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the head of collective design at Imbue, an AI research company. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Slow Clap Productions?

We hired Slow Clap Productions for a video production project. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We initially had introduction calls with Slow Clap Productions, exploring the project's scope and ensuring it was a good fit for both our teams. During the preproduction, we had a series of pre-interviews with the video's subjects to fully flesh out the story and ensure we focused on the right information. 

The actual shoot took two days. They visited us in the office and interviewed our CEO and CTO on camera. They came with a crew and all the necessary equipment and set them up. For the postproduction, we held a series of review meetings as we iterated on the video around four times. They gave us much control over the project; for instance, I created a paper edit of the video and handed it to them. They took care of everything from there, and we were given opportunities to give feedback.

The final deliverable was a brand story video. For context, we renamed the company and announced it after a round of funding. We wanted to create an updated narrative and tell our company’s story.  We also wanted to attract candidates with whom our story resonated. On top of that, we wanted to clarify our narrative to the broader public. 

What is the team composition?

We worked with Alexander (Junior Editor), Beijo (Associate Producer), Dan (Creative Director), Darissa (Project Coordinator), and Jake (Postproduction Manager). We also looped in Katy (Producer) and Rose (Digital Illustrator). 

How did you come to work with Slow Clap Productions?

Slow Clap Productions was referred to us by our PR agency. They’d worked with the team on another project. 

How much have you invested with them?

We invested about $50,000. 

What is the status of this engagement?

The project lasted from July–September 2023. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? 

The video had 106,000 views, 48 thumbs up, and no thumbs down — everyone seemed to love it. It received highly positive comments. Anecdotally, we showed the video at a career fair recently, and we received so much positive feedback about it. Viewers specifically praised the video’s vision, how it was told so well, and how beautiful it was. 

How did Slow Clap Productions perform from a project management standpoint?

Dan was an extremely valued creative collaborator. He was agile, flexible, and open to our insights; he respected our vision and truly made an effort to understand us at a deeper level. This way, he could tell our story in a richer and more authentic way.

Apart from Dan, Beijo was great, too. She managed our timelines and set expectations in terms of outputs. We had a limited timeline; it was also fluid, so it required a lot of adjustments from the Slow Clap Productions team. They were up to the task and always adjusted their work, so there was always a guaranteed delivery by the deadline. As a result, I was never worried about timelines. The team was extremely clear in setting expectations. They also stayed on budget. 

For tools, we had a shared Slack channel where we communicated frequently. They were extremely accessible there. We also used Coda documents for other project management tasks. Overall, their project management skills were commendable. They had a great team behind every project. They kept everything on track and ensured things ran smoothly for their clients. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

Slow Clap Productions’ biggest strength was their collaborative spirit. They treated us as a thought partner instead of just asking for tasks and running off to do their own things. Their authenticity was also impressive. They cared about their clients and the story we were trying to tell; this came through in the final product. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there weren’t any. It was a dream working with them.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

The more you give to Slow Clap Productions, the more you get. Provide more context and details about who you are as a company. They know how to work with such information and deliver an end product with the personality and character that make your business unique. 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m in the product marketing and communications department at Ironclad, a digital contracting platform. We’re a quickly growing B2B software company that handles contract management. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Slow Clap Productions?

We hired them for high-end video production. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

For years, Slow Clap Productions has produced our live-action video content. They’ve created everything from short videos to customer testimonials to longer keynote event videos. The team has filmed at our office and in a dozen or more San Francisco Bay Area locations. We’ve also filmed in other places like New York and Texas. 

What is the team composition?

We primarily work with 2–3 teammates from Slow Clap Productions. They bring on freelancers and contractors for our bigger projects. 

How did you come to work with Slow Clap Productions?

Daniel (CEO & Creative Director) was a personal friend, so I found Slow Clap Productions through our relationship. 

How much have you invested with them?

Our video budget has been around $100,000–$200,000 a year. 

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in October 2019, and the engagement is ongoing. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? 

We have an incredibly successful launch program, have driven many marketing pipelines, and have become a leader in our space, largely due to the videos Slow Clap Productions has created for us. 

How did Slow Clap Productions perform from a project management standpoint?

Daniel is great to work with. 

Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to give a shout-out to in this review?

No matter how difficult a challenge they encounter, they always deliver projects on time and within the budget. Since we work towards important deadlines with many moving parts, their timeliness has been very important to our partnership. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

The best part about working with Slow Clap Productions is their reliability 100% of the time. They’re a perfect partner when it comes to video production, particularly at the scale we’re working at. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t think there’s anything they need to improve. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Daniel is a great partner, so share your goals with him, and he’ll figure out how to make them happen. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Director of Development for Beck's Shoes, and we are a 104 year old family owned and operated full service shoe company that provides comfortable footwear for all walks in life.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Slow Clap Productions, and what were your goals?

Our goal was to create a 60-70 second branding video to use on our website and social channels that showcased our consumer experience when shopping at Beck's Shoes.

SOLUTION

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

We reviewed lots of companies and ultimately chose Slow Clap based on the style of videos they created highlighted on their website.

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

Slow Clap made the process seamless. From contract negotiations, to gathering information, script draft and edits, to what to expect the day of the shoot, and all editing of footage. There was a 2 part edit/revise/edit/revise system they used with a video conference during review to assure our needs were met and we were happy with the direction the video was headed.

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

We mostly worked with Daniel and Katy during the preparation/planning, editing and review. They were very receptive and professional the duration of the project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We absolutely love the final product and it is already in use on our website.

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

Slow Clap's project management was fantastic. The communication was always followed up in writing, everything was on time if not early and their ability to capture our vision was impeccable.

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

We were very impressed with the planning and prep before the day of the shoot, and most impressed with the teamwork displayed with the team on the day of the shoot. They were focused from set up to tear down to assure that every shot was captured thoughtfully and kept great organization of their equipment the duration of the shoot.

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

We are 100% satisfied with the process and final outcome. :) A job VERY well done!

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the director of communications at a public interest law firm that does both litigation and advocacy around education, housing, transportation, and climate justice. Given that I’m retiring at the end of this year, we’ve hired another director of communications, so I’m now working as the special communications advisor for the organization.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Slow Clap Productions?

We needed help with producing video content to celebrate our company’s 50th anniversary. Originally, we had envisioned creating two different videos. We wanted the first video to tell the history of our organization over those five decades and summarize the significance and impact of our work. As for the second one, we wanted to create a short video that encapsulated our organization’s vision for the future.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We hired Slow Clap to help us produce the two videos we had envisioned. However, when we were working on the history video, we realized that dividing our storytelling into two separate chapters wouldn't be beneficial. That decision was taken when we realized that we wanted to end the history video with a sense of where we were going in the future.

Taking this into consideration, Slow Clap helped us create a 17-minute video that incorporated our whole story. As this was a film video, creating it involved working closely with us to collect information about our organization and its history. We also provided them with photos and documents, and they filmed interviews with some of our staff members. Additionally, we provided them with an old video so that they could pull clips that were relevant to the story we were telling.

The videos with our staff were done in our office in San Francisco, for which Slow Clap brought their own equipment. After filming the video, they were in charge of editing and post-production. Although they’ve already finished the video, they’re currently working on small details, such as adding subtitles so that everyone in the audience can capture its information.

What is the team composition?

We first worked with Daniel (CEO & Creative Director) and another staff member for support. As things progressed, we worked with more people, including a video editor, people in charge of the interviews, people in charge of collecting the materials, and various other staff members who helped shape the video itself.

How did you come to work with Slow Clap Productions?

When we were looking for a company to work with, we had a competitive vetting process where we reviewed a number of proposals from various companies. We had some experience working with video production companies in the past, so these companies included some of the ones we already knew, others that were recommended to us, and others we found doing a Google search.

From those companies, we shortlisted five and looked carefully at what they had produced and who they had worked with. Eventually, we chose Slow Clap due to their experience, their past work, and the reference check we did on them.

How much have you invested with them?

We invested $20,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We engaged with them in June 2021. At the time, we had planned to have the ceremony at the end of 2021, but we were unsure about it and ended up postponing it until 2022. Still, we had a check-in in September 2021 to ensure we were still on board for the project, and we officially started working together in February 2022. The video was completed in October 2022, just in time for our 50th-anniversary gala.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? 

We were very happy with the video produced by Slow Clap. We even had a review team look at it, and they were also very satisfied with its overall structure and how the storytelling was done.

How did Slow Clap Productions perform from a project management standpoint?

Slow Clap was very good at keeping everything on schedule, and they constantly let us know the status of the project. Throughout the engagement, we also had several revision sessions to evaluate their work. First, they provided me with a paper edit, which needed a lot of work and changes to take it to where we wanted it to be.

Then, Slow Clap shared the first and second cuts, which our review team reviewed. We were very happy with how things were looking thus far, but we still proposed some changes and edits to get the video to where it now is.

Our meetings initially took place on a video conference platform that Slow Clap set up. After that, we used Zoom and Google Meet occasionally. Additionally, we set up Slack channels devoted to communicating about the project's different parts, and we used Vimeo to review the video cuts. We also used Dropbox to share files, photos, and documents, as well as Google Drive to keep track of timelines, transcripts, and more.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Slow Clap was very knowledgeable and responsive to our requests.

Are there any areas they could improve?

When I started this project, I didn’t have experience with these types of projects, so it would have been great if the timeline and expectations were clearer from the beginning. For example, at one point, I was expecting to see a big-picture outline of what the video would include, but that didn’t happen.

However, Slow Clap then sent me the paper edit, which in a sense, was what I was looking for. It made me realize that I was asking for it very early in the process. Still, they always let us know what was happening.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Spend time thinking about the frontend of the project and the needs you will have towards its deadline so that you can consider those needs from the beginning.