Archive for November, 2015

Big Business: Manufacturing and Construction Videos

Thursday, November 19th, 2015

In addition to producing videos for marketing, training, and education, construction videos are another specialty of Capture Video. Some of our more memorable construction video projects include:

1. Fluor-Lane hired Capture Video to videotape the overnight construction of an overpass on I-495. The purpose of the shoot was to capture this infrequent construction process. We provided the footage to the client so they could edit it as desired for future marketing needs. My rough cut is below.

2. We produced a video for HITT Contracting documenting another unusual construction project: building a pedestrian tunnel (that would enable more extensive construction) inside INOVA Fairfax Hospital with minimal impact to the hospital staff and patients. The resulting time lapse video was shot over three nights with two cameras to capture the installation of the tunnel.

“It was a pleasure working with Jessica and her team. Capture Video was responsive to our project needs and provided a much needed level of expertise in every aspect of their work. We were happy with the experience and very pleased with the results.” -Chris Stotlar, Project Manager, HITT Contracting

Another example of our time lapse work is this video we produced for mechanical contractor W.E. Bowers. The video shows the construction and rooftop installation of a building condenser unit.

3. Our project for the American Concrete Pressure Pipe Association (ACPPA) was to produce a video showing the manufacturing process of and uses for concrete pressure pipes. For this production, I traveled to three locations, one in the US and two in Canada. This video educates municipal decision makers and stakeholders, serving as marketing for the association’s members.

Another video produced by Capture Video for ACPPA was created to educate viewers on the standards to which ACPPA members adhere and the quality assurance and audit process for manufacturing facilities.

Other construction videos undertaken by Capture Video provide documentation for insurance and risk management needs and owner training, in which the construction company provides instruction to the owners, building management, and facilities and maintenance staff on how to care for the new building and its mechanical and electrical equipment and systems; this also provides reference material for future staff transitions.

Capture Video brings years of experience in the production of construction videos (typically, training, production line, and pre-qualification videos) and has worked onsite at some of the DC area’s biggest construction projects. Our people and our equipment can meet government requirements for secure sites. And the Capture Video crew brings its own personal protective equipment and experience in behavior and safety for a construction site.

“Capture Video has done a wonderful job filming all of our mechanical training sessions since 2009. It is great to find a company who will always give us good quality work for a fair price. They understand the importance of the job specifications and adhere to them without any flaws. They come prepared to every shoot on time, with their PPE, and ready to work. I would recommend them for any type of construction video shoot that needs to be performed to include training, safety, or recording daily videos of your job progress.” –Tom Croce, Project Manager, Pierce Associates, Inc.

For information about how Capture Video can produce for your manufacturing or construction videos, contact us.

Read our next post to see the conclusion of our countdown of memorable corporate video projects.

Back to School: Educational and Training Videos

Thursday, November 12th, 2015

I’m continuing my list of memorable video projects today by highlighting the types of projects for which we are most frequently hired: educational and training videos.

1. During my first two years in business, I produced a series of youth education videos for the Jewish Institute for Youth and Family. The four videos are key elements to a program of workshops on Jewish values for teenagers, “Becoming a Mentsh”. You can view clips from the series on Mentsh.com.

2. The Superior Court of the District of Columbia hired Capture Video to produce an educational video to assist people who are interacting with the courts following intervention by the Child & Family Services Agency. The video helps teach people their rights, understand the process, and know what to expect as they work with the court and agency to create a safe and stable environment for their family.

“Jessica- I cannot thank you and the staff at Capture Video enough for doing such an amazing job on our video project. You were able to deliver exactly what we needed, when we needed it and within budget. During every stage of the production process – from conception to finalization, you were professional, knowledgeable, dependable, and solution-oriented, regardless of the obstacles we encountered. We are extremely proud and invariably delighted with the end results!” -Erayna Poles Grant, Family Court Division, Superior Court of the District of Columbia
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In Good Company: Memorable Projects from 15 Years in Business

Friday, November 6th, 2015

I have completed hundreds of professional video projects as the owner and producer of Capture Video, for clients near and far, representing a range of industries and professions – including trade associations and professional organizations, non-profits, schools and universities, media companies, marketing and advertising agencies, banks and financial institutions, municipalities and government agencies, and technology, construction, and engineering companies. Whether the goal was to engage, educate, or inspire employees, members, clients, prospects, donors, or volunteers, my team and I worked with each client to bring their story to life and capture the attention of their audience.

Looking back over the years, some of these projects stand out in my mind.

Since I started Capture Video, the marketing videos I’ve produced have always been among my favorites because they allow me to more fully flex my creativity.

1. Skybox, a satellite TV antenna for vehicles, developed by RaySat, was launched at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in 2005. Capture Video produced a promotional video highlighting RaySat’s technological innovations through interviews, graphics, and voiceovers.

We also created a video that made use of graphics to demonstrate the installation of Skybox.

2. We were hired by GTS Therapeutics to produce their Couples Massage video, an instructional video sold on Amazon.com. This excerpt shows how we skillfully edited and integrated footage of the instructors with graphics, music, and post-production effects to create a high-quality, professional product.

3. Cisco Systems engaged our services to produce a recruiting video to attract candidates for a highly specialized position on their Public Sector Advanced Services Team. Our work included interviewing members of this team to create a video that would generate buzz and enthusiasm among qualified jobseekers.

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