VISIONSOUND FILMS

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the principal at The Institute for Continuing Healthcare Education, an independent medical education company.

What challenge were you trying to address with VISIONSOUND FILMS?

We needed their team to produce an explainer video for one of our global educational activities.

What was the scope of their involvement?

VISIONSOUND FILMS collaborated with our in-house team to shoot the explainer video at the location of the designated physician experts we needed to feature on the video. They met in advance to finalize storyboards and plan the production flow, and our team also provided them with the medical information and content to be incorporated into the deliverable. 

Since we weren’t in the location, VISIONSOUND FILMS arranged virtual meetings with us, so we could see their progress and discuss any issues. Upon shooting all the clips necessary, their team performed post-production work to edit the video based on our branding and highlight the medical aspects of our particular offering. After applying all the post-editing requirements, they came up with a one-hour explainer video.

What is the team composition?

We mainly worked with Chase (Director).

How did you come to work with VISIONSOUND FILMS?

One of our staff members already worked with Chase in the past, and he recommended his work to us.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent $40,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our engagement with VISIONSOUND FILMS ran from November 2020–March 2021.

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

We conducted a viewing test across 1,200 viewers and received rave reviews for the explainer video produced by VISIONSOUND FILMS. They were able to creatively integrate our content requirements into the video, which highlighted the impact of our educational aim.

How did VISIONSOUND FILMS perform from a project management standpoint?

We communicated via regular conference calls. VISIONSOUND FILMS had an immediate understanding of our needs, and their team worked proactively to deliver cost-efficient results.

What did you find most impressive about them?

What stood out about their performance was their ability to generate creative solutions that meet our educational standards. VISIONSOUND FILMS beautifully translated our ideas into reality — their work was well worth our investment.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I had no constructive feedback for their work, and I only hope to work with them again in the future.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Provide clear instructions and honest feedback, and you can trust them to meet your expectations.

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I work for a top-tier law school in the graduate studies department. We provide student services and alumni relations.

What challenge were you trying to address with VISIONSOUND?

We hired them to help obtain video footage for our commencement ceremony. Our program is expansive, with a large percentage of international students. The commencement ceremony is a culmination of students' hard work and effort, and the video provides an outlet for international family members to share.

What was the scope of their involvement?

We've worked with them for several years, and we usually reach out a month or two before the graduation date. They provide an estimate for their services each year, and they have a good working understanding of what we want from year to year. They shot the entire ceremony, which they then cut into digestible segments. Those pieces could be posted to YouTube.

VISIONSOUND gets multiple camera shots of the stage, the audience, and processional and recessional. They add subtitles and captions, complete all the editing, and transition all the content to the proper channels. In the weeks leading up to the ceremony, we provide information about the schedule and anything that might change last minute. They do all the heavy lifting on the day, and are always pretty self-sufficient. They know who they need to work with, and they capture all the moments we want them to highlight.

About two weeks after the event, they send an edited version. We make comments, and they go through a few rounds of edits. Once everything is approved, they send the final versions for our use. The entire ceremony is broken up into 15- to 20-minute segments.

What is the team composition?

We have one main point of contact.

How did you come to work with VISIONSOUND?

We did an online search for local companies that were easy to work with and within our budget. Their payment process was flexible, which worked with our complex invoicing procedures. They gave us all the information we needed and were accessible before and after the events.

What is the status of this engagement?

We've worked together for at least six years, and the bulk of the work happens in May each year.

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

Students are grateful to have such high-quality documentation of their experience. They love sharing the videos with their families, and will often stay up late to hear the feedback after the ceremony. It's an emotional, exciting memento for families and loved ones.

How did VISIONSOUND perform from a project management standpoint?

They're responsive, and their turnaround times are fast. They work autonomously, are professional and easy to work with, and all their final products are solid. We really like their work, which is part of the reason we've worked together for so long. They bring strong expertise, and I trust their feedback and recommendations.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their whole team is very professional. They are open to their clients being either hands-on or hands-off, and they always generate a great product. They're friendly, and I would recommend them to anyone looking for videography services.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don't have any suggestions or improvements at this time.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Have a clear idea of your parameters and goals. They will help you solidify your plans, but the better you communicate upfront, the better they will deliver.

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the director of business development for an aviation company.

What challenge were you trying to address with VISIONSOUND?

We needed to update our corporate video to encompass our business’ current look and feel.

What was the scope of their involvement?

VISIONSOUND first produced a video for us 22 years ago, managing a product update ten years later. Most recently, we collaborated with them on the third update to our corporate video. VISIONSOUND guided our team through the entire process of the update on the corporate video. Their team managed the process from A-to-Z. They started by interviewing our teammates to understand our vision. To fill in any gaps, they researched our company to build a creative perspective. Their team wrote the script, reviewing the content with our team. Then, they directed several weeks of shooting, which included three business videos.  

What is the team composition?

We worked with one teammate who was our only point of contact.

What is the status of this engagement?

For the third update, we collaborated between March 2018–April 2019.

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

VISIONSOUND captured the look and feel of our business. They created a product that delivers a succinct message about our identity with as much impact as a 20-minute video. We use the corporate video in our lobby and for presentations as well as tradeshows and conferences. They helped us give people a brief taste of who we are as an organization.

How did VISIONSOUND perform from a project management standpoint?

VISIONSOUND guided and directed the project from start to finish. They provided an open line of communication. By phone, email, and text, VISIONSOUND was extremely responsive. If we couldn’t reach a teammate because they were on a shoot, they would respond within a few hours and certainly within the day.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I’ve worked closely with VISIONSOUND for 20-years. Since their name is attached to products, their team is committed to the quality of results. They take pride in every project. Their team establishes a personal involvement, adding a personal touch to videos.

Their team is extremely creative and up-to-date with technology. They’ll try to make something visually appealing to draw in a technical audience.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They could expand and rely on other resources. This would prevent the team from becoming inundated. One individual can only accomplish so much.  

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

At the onset, express needs because their team has a wealth of knowledge to address them. Be open and tap into VISIONSOUND’s creativity.

Please describe your company and your position there.

Production Director for automotive training company.

For what projects/services did your company hire VISIONSOUND FILMS, and what were your goals?

We needed a local option in the LA area to capture beauty shots and B-Roll on a new vehicle for Toyota. It was a one day shoot with the goal of capturing full exterior 360 video and interior/feature highlights.

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

We have worked with VISIONSOUND in the past so we knew of him already. We know his product is solid so we didn't look around much.

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

The vehicle was still under embargo so we had to shoot at a specific venue. First half say was to drop off and set up gear. Second day was all video capture. We started with full 360 exterior then moved inside. The key was lighting in this space - it wasn't made for video so the guys had to be creative with the set up.

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

We worked with Chase to build out a crew and gear list. We direct sourced them with Toyota and I was on site as content producer. There was a DP and two grips.

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

Very efficient and well done capture session. All the Broll was used in training videos as well as some splash segments.

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

Great communication and they try to work with you in terms of needs.

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

They pull together crew from their freelance list and each one of them was great. They worked well as a team and accommodated me and our Toyota client.

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

I can't think of anything to do different.

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am owner/executive producer for Audio Video Networks, and advertising production company, providing clients with radio, tv, video production, jingles and voice overs, for broadcast and non broadcast applications.

For what projects/services did your company hire VISIONSOUND FILMS?

We hired VisionSound to capture video and audio for a client interview.

What were your goals for this project?

To end up with high quality video /audio from the shoot.

How did you select VISIONSOUND FILMS?

I searched through other reviewed companies, and have worked with VisionSound Films in the past. They were always professional from start to finish.

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

Customer on-camera interviews / audio and video recording, with lighting.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Top quality, finished product, very happy client.

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

The results from the quality shoot came through, by another request for future production work.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Great communication from start to finish, all expectations met.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

They were responsive, cost-effective, and detail-oriented.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I can't think of any.

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a Boston based video production company that create unique custom video content for B2B and B2C clients.

For what projects/services did your company hire VISIONSOUND FILMS?

We used Vision Sound for a construction documentation project in the Anaheim area. It was a (3) day shoot and Chase was great. He kept us informed and gave us updates each day.

What were your goals for this project?

Chase met all of our goals and captured the project beautifully. Our client was 100% satisfied with the final video.

How did you select VISIONSOUND FILMS?

Our team searched online and found Vision Sound Films. From there we setup a call with Chase and the rest is history. We will certainly be call VSF for our next project.

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

Chase offered full service solutions for every step of the process.

What was your vendors' project management or feedback process?

Vision Sound followed our script and delivered exactly what we asked for.

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

This was a great project and we will be using Vision Sound for our next shoot for sure.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The workflow was seamless. From initial contact to receiving the digital files.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Chase was responsive and took care of every detail.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We are looking forward to working with Chase and his team at Vision Sound on future projects.