Oh it’s only about a 3-4 minute video. So that means it should only take X amount of tiny time to write a script, edit it, finalize it, do your hair and makeup, set up lights/camera/background, film the script, make any mistakes, film a couple more takes, download all the clips, sort the clips, edit the clips, search for b-roll/music/graphics, export the video, upload it to the cloud.
SUREEEE. It will only take 10 minutes; pay me for 10 minutes…ok, thanks! 😊
Yes, this has happened. More times than I would like to admit. Shocking? Maybe you’re saying, but the video is just a couple of minutes long! Sighhhhhhhh.
PSA to everyone in the world. Have YOU tried making a 3-4 minute corporate video complete with music, graphics, transitions, featuring a polished, smiling spokesperson with gorgeous hair, perfect makeup, and a relaxed, natural presentation??
NO?
Ok, then believe me when I say, it doesn’t take 10 minutes to do that. There is A LOT more involved. Hence, why the payment parameters cover things like: the setup, filming with multiple takes, exact editing needs, and revisions.
Thank you to my clients who do understand this completely and who value my time and expertise!