An event video is the perfect way to generate excitement about your business and your next event. If your video isn’t doing this it’s time to ask ‘why not?’
Below we look at six of the most common reasons why the people you want to talk to are failing to engage with your event video and what you can do to rectify this.
1. It’s Too Long!
No matter how interested they are, most people won’t even begin watching a video if it’s more than a few minutes long. Your event video should aim to capture a flavour of the day, nothing more. If you had a fantastic keynote speaker – great! But don’t be tempted to include the whole of their speech in your video. Link to it elsewhere for those who are interested by all means, but try and keep your main video short and to the point.
2. You tried to cram too much in
It’s important not to overwhelm your audience with too many facts, figures and thank you’s. An events video should be about showing the highlights of the last event to create enthusiasm for the next one. Cherry pick only the best moments and leave your audience hungry for more!
3. You haven’t captured the excitement and energy of the event
You’ve gone to a lot of trouble to make sure all those who attended your event had a fantastic day, so make sure this is conveyed in your video! Include shots that demonstrate how busy the day was and how engaged your delegates were. Vox pops are another useful way to capture the enthusiasm of those who attended and generate it in those watching.
4. Unprofessional audio and sound
Today’s media-savvy audience expect professional broadcast quality video. If your video looks amateur so will the event so don’t be tempted to cut corners. Use a video production agency with a proven track record in creating high-quality, engaging video content.
5. It looks like every other event video
If someone’s watching your event video there’s a good chance they’ve already watched several of your competitors so make sure yours stands out. Have a look at what the competition are doing and let your agency know what you like and dislike about their approach. Ensure you convey to them what is unique about your event and discuss how that can best be captured on the day. If you’re using a spectacular venue or have booked a star speaker show them off!
6. Your video has no structure
There’s nothing more tedious than a series of random shots of people standing around sipping champagne and chatting to the person next to them. Establish a narrative. Where and when did the event take place? Who was there? What did your attendees like about the day and what did they find useful?
If you let your audience see what attendees got out of your last event you’ll go a long way to showing them what they can expect to gain from the next one.
Get in touch with to discuss how Impact Video can help ensuring your event videos will be effective or call 0207 729 5978.
