Category: Video

Video Marketing Guide 2025

Date: November 25, 2024 Category: blog, News, Social Media Marketing, Video Comments: 0

It's nearly 2025 ! How are you planning on using Video Marketing in 2025 ? We've got a free Video Marketing Guide you can download here : Video Marketing Guide 2025 Or you can try listening to this AI generated version of it below. We experimented with the new AI Podcast creator from Google called notebookLM. Whilst we know it's in its early days we were quite amazed at how it took our document and automatically generated a conversation around the content. We'd love to know your thoughts on this. We are experimenting with AI tools cautiously ! https://vimeo.com/1033111154?share=copy Please get in touch to discuss…

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Why Testimonial Videos Work and Why they are good for Business

Date: March 4, 2024 Category: blog, Social Media Marketing, Video Comments: 0

Brightcove found that video testimonials can increase conversion rates by up to 80%.  In today's digital age, businesses are constantly searching for effective ways to connect with their audience and build trust. Here's why testimonial videos work and why they are good for business. https://vimeo.com/852168779 A student testimonial video for University Authenticity Builds Trust In a world flooded with marketing messages, consumers crave authenticity. Testimonial videos provide this by showcasing real customers sharing their genuine experiences with a product or service. This authenticity helps build trust with potential customers, as people are more likely to believe the word of their peers over traditional advertising. https://vimeo.com/701971748 A…

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Venice Mask Making

Date: January 30, 2021 Category: News, Video Comments: 0

https://vimeo.com/studio8video/venice-mask-making The ancient tradition of mask-making in Venice, Italy. Every year Venice hosts an amazing Carnival full of many celebrations.  Historically Venetians wore masks which allowed them to protect their identity and remove any social differences. Today the great art of Mask making can be observed by talented artists such as Mario at Ca'Macana.  We had the pleasure of interviewing him to learn more about his craft.

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School Virtual Tour Videos

Date: October 14, 2020 Category: Oxford, Video Comments: 0

https://vimeo.com/464970886 With 2020 sending most of us online for detailed school information, the use of Video has skyrocketed. Many Schools are currently unable to provide the usual experience of a tour in person, so a School Virtual Tour is the perfect solution to connect with future pupils, parents and guardians. Our combined knowlege of filming with young people in Schools, Colleges and Universities allows us to provide an enhanced production service throughout the UK. We can provide a complete package including Video Production, Photography and Live Streaming. Please contact our team for more information here. Please see our Covid Safe Approach here.

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ZOOM Meeting Management

Date: July 16, 2020 Category: News, Video Comments: 0

https://vimeo.com/438856413 Let Studio8 help you with your Zoom meetings and make them amazing ! You concentrate on your presentation and we do the rest. Starting with simply muting and unmuting mics to avoid embarrassment, to managing breakout rooms, running video clips, powerpoint presentations and creating custom graphics. Our Live Streaming team can help you look awesome. Customisable Options: Managing Breakout roomsManaging MicsAdvising on meeting, presentation or class formatAdvice on lighting and framing youTailored GraphicsPowerpoint insertsVT’s (video clips)Run pollsCutting between Presenter and powerpoint seamlesslyTech support Please contact our team to find out more.

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Bounce Back with Video

Date: June 25, 2020 Category: News, Social Media Marketing, Video Tags: , , , Comments: 0

https://vimeo.com/435119984 There has never been a better time to invest in Video content. Your customers are waiting to hear from you ! A new Video is a great way to reconnect with your audience and inspire them as we come out of lockdown. We can create all sizes and kinds of videos including social media content, product videos, brand stories, commercials and more. Please talk to our team about how we can help create a unique film for you. Call us on 01865 842525 or use the contact form below.

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Social Distance Filming

Date: June 2, 2020 Category: Video Comments: 0

We hope you and your families are safe during this time. As we start to ease back out of lockdown Studio8 are adapting to the current normal. Like all businesses operating during Covid-19 we have put in measures to ensure our team are able to work safely and provide our clients with a great level of service. Our staff are working from home with fast internet connections, allowing us to provide editing and zoom meetings when required, while our video operators can continue to work on location with procedures in place to minimise the risk of contamination. Please find below details on the measures we…

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Dedication in Every Shot – Making a Beer Commercial for Hook Norton Brewery

Date: February 25, 2016 Category: News, Video Tags: , , , , , , Comments: 0

  One of favourite recent projects has been creating an online commercial for Hook Norton Brewery in Oxfordshire. Hook Norton Brewery is a fascinating organisation, steeped in history, with strong local ties. The Brewery itself has been there since 1849 and the business still remains a family run company after all this time. Our approach was to tell a short story that captured their passion for crafting real ales and blend this with cinematic shots which create the atmosphere you feel when visiting their rural location. Planning the Shoot We visited the site of the Brewery which allowed us to visualise shots in advance. It…

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Exeter College Oxford University Drone Filming

Date: October 19, 2015 Category: News, Oxford, Photography, Video Tags: , , , , Comments: 0

Studio8 recently shot a short Aerial Video for Exeter College at Oxford University . The video captures the exterior areas such as the main quad, fellows garden and a wider shot of the surrounding University including the Radcliffe Camera. The interior shots include a never before seen perspective of the college's 156 year old Chapel plus the dining hall built in 1618. We hope you enjoy, please let us know if you would like to speak to us about our drone filming and photography services. Studio8 View More  

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Why you should hire a professional for aerial drone filming

Date: September 24, 2015 Category: blog, News, Video Tags: , , , , , , , Comments: 0

Drones have brought aerial filming within the reach of far more people than ever before. Instead of hiring an aeroplane or helicopter in order to film from the air, it is now possible to hire or buy an aerial drone for a fraction of the price. While aerial drones can be purchased for less than £1,000, there are a number of great reasons to hire a professional drone operator like Studio8 rather then attempting to shoot your own footage. Most importantly our Drone pilot has taken an extensive course to gain a license from the Civil Aviation Authority which is legally required in order to…

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Movi Video Production

Date: June 17, 2014 Category: News, Video Tags: , , , , , , , Comments: 0

Shooting without Limits At Studio8 we are always looking for equipment to help us achieve high quality dynamic shots that push the boundaries of Video Production. The Freefly Systems Movi rig gives our crew the ability to create stunning shots that glide through spaces and create movement not before achievable.   To see some examples of what we can do, please take a look at these recent videos for John Jones London and Bang and Olufsen.   Bang and Olufsen Oxford from studio8 on Vimeo. If you would like to discuss any projects where our team can help, please contact Clark on 01865 842525 or…

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Golden Music Video Released

Date: April 23, 2014 Category: blog, News, Video Tags: , , , , , , Comments: 0

Recently Studio8 worked with Canadian dance indie label Ryal Music to create a Music Video for one of their artists Silverland. The company came to Studio8 looking for an original concept for a Video that will support the release of the track this Spring/Summer. We created the idea, planned, shot and edited the film within a short period securing the talent, location and took our crew to what turned out to be a great day of filming. Thanks to everyone involved who helped make the Video a success - we hope you enjoy the video and if you like the track you can purchase direct…

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Music Videos 2014

Date: February 12, 2014 Category: blog, Video Tags: , , , , , , , Comments: 0

Music videos are a great way for a band to vividly unleash itself to the world. A video does more than simply allow the viewer to hear a song; it provides the artist with the creativity to tell a visual story at the same time. In order for an artist or band to succeed great videos to accompany their tracks are essential. Great ideas and the latest technologies are crucial to creating a brilliant music video and its easier to create one now then ever. "We shot this comeback video for Dave Edmunds in a recording studio based in Oxford. Dave plays all the instruments…

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Video in 2014

Date: February 3, 2014 Category: blog, News, Video Tags: , , , Comments: 0

How are online corporate videos shaping up in 2014? To answer that, we’d better take a look at their recent history; Statistics taken from a survey conducted in November 2013 by the Web Video Marketing Council (webvideomarketing.org) reveal that in the last two years alone, marketing professionals have gone from using online videos 70% to a massive 93% of the time. With a 23% leap in just two years, the future of online corporate videos is looking bright. From advertising products and services to personalised customer messages, online corporate videos have only been growing in size and popularity since their inception. By combining the exciting,…

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10 Reasons to Add Online Video to your Marketing Mix Now

Date: February 3, 2014 Category: blog, News, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Video Tags: , , , , , Comments: 0

If you are hoping to create some quality contacts and long-term customers, online video marketing the way to go. More people are viewing videos online now than ever before, and companies that use video to market themselves are reaping the benefits. Here are just a few of the many ways you can benefit by adding online video to your marketing mix.   1: People are Using Videos as Search Engines Recent surveys demonstrate that 78% of all internet users watch a video at least once per day, and more than half of them watch a video every day. People are using their YouTube channels like…

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Bike Blenheim Palace

Date: February 3, 2014 Category: blog, News, Oxford, Video Tags: , Comments: 0

Bike Blenheim Palace is an annual event held within the grounds of Blenheim Palace for cyclists of any age. It is a wonderful 2 day event for those who like to compete or relax in the Oxfordshire countryside. [button href="http://www.blenheimpalace.com/whats-on/events/654.html" align="left"]Visit Bike Blenheim Palace[/button]

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