Corporate Video
Video for leadership communication, organizational updates, training, marketing and other business needs.
Video production
Professional video production for organizations and events in Washington DC.
Good video starts with knowing who needs to watch, what they need to understand, where filming will happen and how the finished content will be used.
- Corporate communications
- Executive interviews
- Conference and event coverage
- Editing and finishing
Production context
Start with what the video needs to accomplish.
An executive interview, conference recording and organizational video do not need the same production plan. Before camera decisions are made, it helps to understand the audience, location, people involved and what the finished video is expected to do.
Choose a video service
Start with the type of production you need.
Video services
Video for communications, interviews and live programs.
Executive Interviews
Interview production planned around the person speaking, the room, sound, lighting and the way the footage will be edited.
Conference and Event Video
Coverage for presentations, panel discussions, interviews and important moments during conferences and live programs.
Association and Nonprofit Video
Content for member communication, educational programs, organizational initiatives and events.
Brand and Promotional Content
Video for campaigns, launches, websites and external communications when that format fits the project.
Editing and Finishing
Post-production that organizes recorded material into the agreed final versions and delivery formats.
Interview planning
A good interview starts before the camera rolls.
People generally communicate better on camera when the setting, questions and schedule have been considered in advance. The room matters too. Background noise, available space, lighting, interruptions and the visual environment can all affect the recording.
- Who is speaking?
- Who needs to watch?
- What should the interview cover?
- Where will filming happen?
- How much time is available?
- What final versions are expected?
Conference and event video
Event video has to follow the program.
A live event cannot simply pause for another take. Planning should begin with the run of show, speakers, sessions, interview opportunities and the moments that actually need to be captured.
- Speaker and panel coverage
- Executive or attendee interviews where required
- Important program moments
- Supporting room and activity footage
- Intended use after the event
Production process
What happens before, during and after filming.
- 01
Planning
Clarify the audience, purpose, participants and intended use.
- 02
Pre-production
Confirm the location, schedule, contributors and recording requirements.
- 03
Production
Record the interviews, event material or other planned footage.
- 04
Editing
Select and organize the material according to the agreed scope.
- 05
Delivery
Prepare the agreed final versions for their intended channels.
Production details
A few practical details can change the entire shoot.
Location
The room affects camera positions, backgrounds, available working space and the overall look.
Audio
Speech needs to be clear. Room noise and the recording environment should be considered before filming begins.
Lighting
Some locations work well with existing light. Others need more control so people and the room photograph consistently.
Schedule
Interviews, sessions and important event moments need to fit the actual program and participant availability.
Post-production
Editing gives the footage its final structure.
Recording creates the raw material. Editing determines what stays, what is removed, how the information is organized and which final versions are needed.
- Interview selection
- Event footage organization
- Titles or graphics where appropriate
- Different versions when included in scope
- Website, presentation, internal or social use
Regional coverage
Video production across the DC metro area.
Projects can be scoped throughout Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia. Offices, conference venues and live event spaces each create different production conditions, so location details are useful early in planning.
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Questions about planning a video project
What types of video projects can DMV LED Walls support?
Projects may include corporate communications, executive interviews, conference and event coverage, association or nonprofit content, promotional video, and editing.
What information is helpful before requesting a quote?
Share the audience, purpose, location, participants, filming schedule, content needs and expected final versions.
Can filming take place at our office or event venue?
Yes. Offices and event venues can be considered during scoping. Space, sound, lighting, access and schedule should be reviewed first.
How should someone prepare for an executive interview?
Clarify the subject, audience and key topics, then allow time to review the location, schedule and expected final use.
What should be planned for conference or event video?
The run of show, speakers, sessions, interview opportunities, important moments and intended use after the event should be identified.
Can event footage be edited into shorter versions?
Shorter versions can be considered when the intended deliverables and available footage are defined in the project scope.
Is editing available for footage that has already been recorded?
Existing footage may be considered for editing after its format, quality, organization and required deliverables are reviewed.
Do you provide video production outside Washington DC?
Projects can be scoped in Maryland and Northern Virginia as well. See the DC metro service area for more regional information.
Start a project
Planning a video project?
Share what needs to be filmed, where it will happen and how the finished video will be used. That is enough information to start defining the scope.