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Feb 3, 20231 min read
Tips for recording quick nonprofit videos
Recording may seem like a daunting task. Multiple takes, forgetting something, re-writes of your script... but don't worry. Here are some...
Feb 1, 20231 min read
Videos help your nonprofit feel human
The most interesting thing (to me) about videos is their ability to demonstrate the nonprofit's or charity's ideas and values through...
Jan 31, 20231 min read
Stop thinking. Make this virtual tour video in 15 minutes. Help new clients.
Small nonprofits, if you haven't posted videos before, are thinking about it, and overwhelmed, I challenge you to try this: use your...
Jan 6, 20224 min read
How videos can help your nonprofit
Welcome to the 18th episode of Nonprofit Video Comms, the podcast to help your nonprofit be seen and get funded and be more helpful to...
Jan 1, 20222 min read
The simplest fundraising video idea
This advice is for you if you: are a small organization making your own video have the courage to speak on camera believe in building...
Dec 31, 20212 min read
Why your nonprofit needs video in 2022
Understanding WHY your not-for-profit or charity needs video is becoming more obvious. Here is a quick timeline of video marketing and...
Dec 30, 20212 min read
How nonprofits can use video marketing
Your small nonprofit knows there is something about video marketing. You're interested. Now you're searching for that why and how. Your...
Aug 10, 20211 min read
Should my small nonprofit make a video?
Three things to consider before choosing to make a video.
Apr 30, 20211 min read
Your audience wants help - not videos
People want relevant info. They don’t want videos, articles, gifs, podcasts, etc for the sake of them. They just want the damn info. So,...
Apr 24, 20211 min read
Myth: “Build it and they will come”
A quick Google search will reveal that the quote is always misquoted. Also, many communicators, business owners, artists, and marketers...
Apr 23, 20211 min read
Fear. Maybe the final hurdle.
As a comms guy, I make the case for certain strategies. As video guy, I make the case for certain tactics. As a nonprofit guy, I connect...
Apr 19, 20211 min read
Don't believe all the nonprofit video advice out there
Google "Nonprofit videos". The first page (for me) is a list of pages titled "inspiring videos" and "tips for storytelling" etc. DON'T...
Apr 14, 20211 min read
High or low production videos?
First, loose definitions: High = specialty cameras, mics, and recorders. Specialty lighting. Editing and effects that give it a polished,...
Apr 13, 20211 min read
What is a nonprofit strategic comms video?
What is a “strategic comms video”? It's a video that fortifies your strategic comms goals. Example: Your organization's goal is to...
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