We have a lot of evidence that video is the most important content today for your organization — as you can see here, here and here. As you plan your video strategy, one type of video you need to keep in mind is animation and motion graphics. MORE
I found the greatest online video ever made by a nonprofit. There are several reasons why I think this is the perfect example of an effective online video. It has a lot to do with the video itself, but it also has to do with what happens after the viewer watches. MORE
I’m going to start a regular post every Friday that will have a video for you to build your social media knowledge. Here’s a great video on Social Media in plain English from CommonCraft. Tags: Education and Training Video media social YouTube MORE
Whether it be through well written content, deeply researched infographics presented in a visually stimulating way, a video, social media, or even a meme. If the title didn’t already give it away, it’s videos. Or that videos are are 4x more engaging than static content? MORE
Use Video – A Guest Post by Michael Hoffman. About a year ago, I wrote right here on Beth’s Blog about Why Your Nonprofit Should Invest in Video. The same is true with video. In other words, watching video appears to be clearly related to getting someone to donate. MORE
Harvard Business Digital’s video on how to be a social media change agent is very interesting. Tags: Education and Training forrester groundwell social media Video The interview with Josh Bernoff , Vice President & Principal Analyst with Forrester Research and co-author of Groundswell , discusses how to be a social media provocateur. So did this provoke you to action using social media? MORE
It is a tool that allows you to record 6 second video clips on your smartphone. Facebook blocked it right after it came out (the two won’t play nice with each other so Facebook took it’s ball and went home), therefore you have to manually post a link to your Vine video to Facebook. MORE
I was part of a team that filmed a series of short how-to videos with 5:00 Films & Media as they prep for their first #MMCCon. I’ll be posting a few of the videos for you here in the run up to the conference – because these guys are awesome and they really know their stuff. MORE
I was part of a team that filmed a series of short how-to videos with 5:00 Films & Media as they prep for their first #MMCCon. I’ll be posting a few of the videos for you here in the run up to the conference – because these guys are awesome and they really know their stuff. MORE
For this week’s Video Friday’s installment I’m going to share a video from World Vision that explains how to use Causes on Facebook. Tags: Facebook Tools causes facebook Video Specifically, it explains how to create an affiliated cause using Causes. If you already have a cuase set up, ACHIEVA does , please let us know what you think. MORE
Why we love video. Unless you’ve been living under a rock with no Internet, you realize that the amount of video content on social media has skyrocketed over the past few years. Here are just a few stats about video content : 1/3 of all online activity is spent watching videos. 80% of people remember a video ad they viewed in the past 30 days. More video content is uploaded in 30 days than the major TV networks have created in the past 30 years. MORE
Enjoy this post and feel free to share in the comments your experiences with live video. If you’ve looked into live streaming video, you’ve probably already noticed its popularity among gamers. Events, especially, can be enhanced by live streaming video. MORE
This video, pointed out by Arc of Monroe , pposes the question is social media just a fad or will it end up being one of the biggest disruptive forces since the industrial revolution? Tags: Education and Training Tools Video arc social media Okay, so this is a few days late. ACHIEVA had it’s golf outing yesterday so pall efforts had been placed into it. MORE
Using short videos on social media sites is not always the best way to reach your audiences. But if your nonprofit can create authentic, short videos, here are 5 nonprofit examples that make the most of video. MORE
YouTube Direct is a a free tool of YouTube that allows you to ask your constituencies to upload videos on your own website. Similar to what many news websites offer, you can ask your webpage viewers to upload their videos. You are able to review the videos before they get posted to your site, so you can catch any spam or any videos that might not meet HIPPA or your professional standards. This video from YouTube explains YouTube Direct in a little more detail. MORE
Ever since social media giant Instagram jumped into the video business in late June, lots of nonprofits have started using the service as a way to connect with supporters online. MORE
An eye-catching opening, slick text animation, smooth transitions — these are all important elements of polished social videos. In all cases, video stories are most memorable when they have a core message — a "so what" moment. How to Create Video with Spark. MORE
Here is a video from Stefana Broadbent. I hope you enjoy the video. Social media is a great tool to build intimacy with your constituents. Stefana is a cognitive scientist who watches us while we talk (and IM, and text). MORE
YouTube has also dominated video views for the past decade. In July of 2013, YouTube had about 18 billion video views. But last August, something remarkable happened: Facebook had more video views than YouTube. The post Is Facebook Video Killing YouTube? strategy video autoplay digital facebook facebook video michael hoffman nonprofit nonprofit video online see3 See3 Communications social media video strategy YouTube MORE
The DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards , from See3, in partnership with YouTube, are back again for the 5th year! For small nonprofits that have small funds in the video department, we have a new category for the best “thrifty” videos produced for under $500. MORE
Are you using web video to share your story? If not are you missing out on innovation and reaching new audiences? MORE
I thought I’d mix up the Video Friday posts by posting one Saturday…this one is not about the content of the video but how it is being used to support the agency that posted it. The Sprout Touring Film Festival , which will be at The Arc of the US Convention in Pittsburgh , has a YouTube Channel with lots of videos. If you look at their videos individually, you’ll also see a donation button. Here’s one of their videos. MORE
Between running a nonprofit’s website, blog, and social media, not to mention working in the day to day, jumping into video seems terrifying for a lot of nonprofits. Videos bring your nonprofit to life. Use a video to outline that call-to-action. Image courtesy of StayClassy. MORE
How do you make video work for your organization? See3 has been doing awesome impact video for a decade now, and there are a few things we've learned that may surprise you. We recently did a guest both on Beth Kanter's blog with some of our best tips for how to make your investment in video a success. […]. Nonprofits Video beth kanter nonprofit nptech roi video marketing video statistics video strategy MORE
Here’s a video from Movie Mondays , a free weekly video on fundraising, that addresses this issue. Please watch the short video and tell us what you think – link to the video: Google Plus for Nonprofits. Video google Google PlusGoogle Plus, or Google+, can be a great tool. But how do you use it to help drive website hits to your organizations webpage? If you odn’t use it, did you know than more than 100,000,000 do? MORE
There's a quick, easy way to expand the reach of your videos on a global scale, and it's possible you haven't ever considered it. Ready to be in on video's best kept secret? Here are some facts: Adding English transcription to your videos will increase your audience […]. michael hoffman Uncategorized Video Online Video see3 SEO translation video SEO webinar MORE
Here's what we can learn about video public statements. The post What Volkswagen Got Wrong With Its Video Public Statement appeared first on The See3 Blog. video crisis communications nonprofit communications nonprofit video teleprompter Volkswagen MORE
There are consistently two rules which will make your event video the most effective it can be. The post 2 Rules for Making a Great Gala Event Video appeared first on The See3 Blog. strategy video digital agency for do-gooders DoGooder Awards gala gala dinner video gala event video nonprofit marketing nonprofit video video strategyAnd while they may seem simple, they require discipline to execute. MORE
I came across a video that I wanted to share prior to next Friday. The video is about the magic of viral marketing, led by Guy Kawasaki and Andy Sernovitz. The link to the video is [link]. Tags: Marketing and Awareness Research Tools Video alltop buzz2009 marketing viral It is from the Buzz2009 Conference – a national conference on social media for associations. MORE
From language barriers to stronger search engine optimization, here’s why it is important for nonprofits to incorporate video translations on YouTube, starting now. The post Unlocking Video SEO with Captions and Translations appeared first on The See3 Blog. video Captions marketing nonprofit communications Nonprofits translatons video SEO video strategy YouTube MORE
There was a time when live-streaming video around the globe was reserved for mega-corporations and celebrities. So if your video is dull and routine, chances are no one will watch and no one will return for subsequent broadcasts. Was the quality of the video and audio decent? MORE
I was part of a team that filmed a series of short how-to videos with 5:00 Films & Media as they prep for their first #MMCCon. I’ll be posting a few of the videos for you here in the run up to the conference – because these guys are awesome and they really know their stuff. MORE
It’s that time of year again- the DoGooder Video Awards are back! If you made a video in 2014 that had an impact in your community or around the world, we want to see it. Compelling video can advance social change and create real impact. If your organization produces creative, inspiring videos, we think you […]. The post Announcing the 2015 DoGooder Video Awards! MORE
Do you use video as part of your nonprofits web strategy ? These days it’s becoming more and more important to use video as part of your communication, marketing and fundraising efforts. Each area of your work could be positively impacted by putting out great video content. Check the below video out - [link] and read on to see the 4 Rules of Successful Online Video Possibly you have a YouTube Channel? Or maybe you use Viemo? MORE
I was part of a team that filmed a series of short how-to videos with 5:00 Films & Media as they prep for their first #MMCCon. I’ll be posting a few of the videos for you here in the run up to the conference. Can I DIY My Video, with KiKi L’Italien and Esteban Escobar. MORE
With today’s focus on online fundraising, social media, and quality web content, many nonprofits are developing strategies to better incorporate the use of video into their online efforts. MORE
And among those possibilities is the opportunity to create a video library that can really increase the profile of a site and help engage visitors on different levels. This essentially means that it’s easy to insert single video into a post, but not so easy to show multiple videos on one page. MORE
Note from Beth: Is Facebook Live or posting videos part of your nonprofit’s strategy for 2018? Using a tool like Animato can make it easy for your nonprofit to create DYI videos, but to be successful you need to develop a strategy and use compelling storytelling. MORE
Amy DeLouise is a video director-producer who specializes in telling real people stories that help nonprofits and companies tell their brand story. Wistia has done several useful studies on viewer drop-off, and it looks like a couple of trends are worth watching for social video makers. MORE
John Haydon , a social media strategist for nonprofits and small businesses, has a great video explaining how to embed a social or fundraising widget into your Facebook page. Tags: Education and Training Facebook Tools Video embed facebook haydon john widget It discusses how to harness static facebook markup language (a simple to use code) that will have a positive impact for you without being hung up on scary computer codes. MORE
You’ve seen explainer videos. They’ve been around for a while but this year we’re seeing an explosion of these short, power-packed, emotionally compelling animated videos. Explainer videos usually have no talking heads or live footage. MORE
And as tempting as it may be to follow the recommendation of the board to just “make videos go viral,” we suggest you think again. The post Not Another Viral Video appeared first on The See3 Blog. video nonprofit video Viral viral videoIn a sea full of posts, tweets, likes, and shares, nonprofits are challenged with capturing the attention of donors who are over-stimulated with social media content. MORE
These ELI talks videos can help you open up the conversations you need to have to build the community you dream of. Which video fits your vision for the new year best? The post 5 ELI talks Videos to Inspire Your High Holidays Conversations appeared first on The See3 Blog. MORE
Video Related Topics TechImpact
JUNE 2, 2014
Between running a nonprofit’s website, blog, and social media, not to mention working in the day to day, jumping into video seems terrifying for a lot of nonprofits. Videos bring your nonprofit to life. Use a video to outline that call-to-action. Image courtesy of StayClassy.
NCE Social Media
JANUARY 28, 2013
It is a tool that allows you to record 6 second video clips on your smartphone. Facebook blocked it right after it came out (the two won’t play nice with each other so Facebook took it’s ball and went home), therefore you have to manually post a link to your Vine video to Facebook.
See What's Out There
JULY 20, 2016
We have a lot of evidence that video is the most important content today for your organization — as you can see here, here and here. As you plan your video strategy, one type of video you need to keep in mind is animation and motion graphics.
SocialFish
APRIL 27, 2017
I was part of a team that filmed a series of short how-to videos with 5:00 Films & Media as they prep for their first #MMCCon. I’ll be posting a few of the videos for you here in the run up to the conference – because these guys are awesome and they really know their stuff.
Connection Cafe
AUGUST 19, 2016
Why we love video. Unless you’ve been living under a rock with no Internet, you realize that the amount of video content on social media has skyrocketed over the past few years. Here are just a few stats about video content : 1/3 of all online activity is spent watching videos. 80% of people remember a video ad they viewed in the past 30 days. More video content is uploaded in 30 days than the major TV networks have created in the past 30 years.
SocialFish
APRIL 22, 2017
I was part of a team that filmed a series of short how-to videos with 5:00 Films & Media as they prep for their first #MMCCon. I’ll be posting a few of the videos for you here in the run up to the conference – because these guys are awesome and they really know their stuff.
See What's Out There
AUGUST 13, 2015
And as tempting as it may be to follow the recommendation of the board to just “make videos go viral,” we suggest you think again. The post Not Another Viral Video appeared first on The See3 Blog. video nonprofit video Viral viral videoIn a sea full of posts, tweets, likes, and shares, nonprofits are challenged with capturing the attention of donors who are over-stimulated with social media content.
SocialFish
APRIL 24, 2017
I was part of a team that filmed a series of short how-to videos with 5:00 Films & Media as they prep for their first #MMCCon. I’ll be posting a few of the videos for you here in the run up to the conference. Can I DIY My Video, with KiKi L’Italien and Esteban Escobar.
Amy Sample Ward
FEBRUARY 10, 2011
The DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards , from See3, in partnership with YouTube, are back again for the 5th year! For small nonprofits that have small funds in the video department, we have a new category for the best “thrifty” videos produced for under $500.
See What's Out There
FEBRUARY 11, 2015
YouTube has also dominated video views for the past decade. In July of 2013, YouTube had about 18 billion video views. But last August, something remarkable happened: Facebook had more video views than YouTube. The post Is Facebook Video Killing YouTube? strategy video autoplay digital facebook facebook video michael hoffman nonprofit nonprofit video online see3 See3 Communications social media video strategy YouTube
NetWits
APRIL 12, 2010
Do you use video as part of your nonprofits web strategy ? These days it’s becoming more and more important to use video as part of your communication, marketing and fundraising efforts. Each area of your work could be positively impacted by putting out great video content. Check the below video out - [link] and read on to see the 4 Rules of Successful Online Video Possibly you have a YouTube Channel? Or maybe you use Viemo?
Byte Technology
OCTOBER 17, 2017
And among those possibilities is the opportunity to create a video library that can really increase the profile of a site and help engage visitors on different levels. This essentially means that it’s easy to insert single video into a post, but not so easy to show multiple videos on one page.
NCE Social Media
NOVEMBER 20, 2009
YouTube Direct is a a free tool of YouTube that allows you to ask your constituencies to upload videos on your own website. Similar to what many news websites offer, you can ask your webpage viewers to upload their videos. You are able to review the videos before they get posted to your site, so you can catch any spam or any videos that might not meet HIPPA or your professional standards. This video from YouTube explains YouTube Direct in a little more detail.
TechImpact
JULY 18, 2014
Whether it be through well written content, deeply researched infographics presented in a visually stimulating way, a video, social media, or even a meme. If the title didn’t already give it away, it’s videos. Or that videos are are 4x more engaging than static content?
SocialFish
APRIL 20, 2017
I was part of a team that filmed a series of short how-to videos with 5:00 Films & Media as they prep for their first #MMCCon. I’ll be posting a few of the videos for you here in the run up to the conference – because these guys are awesome and they really know their stuff.
See What's Out There
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
Here's what we can learn about video public statements. The post What Volkswagen Got Wrong With Its Video Public Statement appeared first on The See3 Blog. video crisis communications nonprofit communications nonprofit video teleprompter Volkswagen
John Haydon
NOVEMBER 20, 2017
You’ve seen explainer videos. They’ve been around for a while but this year we’re seeing an explosion of these short, power-packed, emotionally compelling animated videos. Explainer videos usually have no talking heads or live footage.
NCE Social Media
SEPTEMBER 18, 2009
For this week’s Video Friday’s installment I’m going to share a video from World Vision that explains how to use Causes on Facebook. Tags: Facebook Tools causes facebook Video Specifically, it explains how to create an affiliated cause using Causes. If you already have a cuase set up, ACHIEVA does , please let us know what you think.
NCE Social Media
OCTOBER 10, 2009
I thought I’d mix up the Video Friday posts by posting one Saturday…this one is not about the content of the video but how it is being used to support the agency that posted it. The Sprout Touring Film Festival , which will be at The Arc of the US Convention in Pittsburgh , has a YouTube Channel with lots of videos. If you look at their videos individually, you’ll also see a donation button. Here’s one of their videos.
Idealware
JANUARY 4, 2016
Enjoy this post and feel free to share in the comments your experiences with live video. If you’ve looked into live streaming video, you’ve probably already noticed its popularity among gamers. Events, especially, can be enhanced by live streaming video.
NCE Social Media
OCTOBER 29, 2010
Are you using web video to share your story? If not are you missing out on innovation and reaching new audiences?
See What's Out There
SEPTEMBER 10, 2015
These ELI talks videos can help you open up the conversations you need to have to build the community you dream of. Which video fits your vision for the new year best? The post 5 ELI talks Videos to Inspire Your High Holidays Conversations appeared first on The See3 Blog.
NCE Social Media
JUNE 19, 2009
I’m going to start a regular post every Friday that will have a video for you to build your social media knowledge. Here’s a great video on Social Media in plain English from CommonCraft. Tags: Education and Training Video media social YouTube
See What's Out There
AUGUST 21, 2014
How do you make video work for your organization? See3 has been doing awesome impact video for a decade now, and there are a few things we've learned that may surprise you. We recently did a guest both on Beth Kanter's blog with some of our best tips for how to make your investment in video a success. […]. Nonprofits Video beth kanter nonprofit nptech roi video marketing video statistics video strategy
See What's Out There
OCTOBER 9, 2015
Using short videos on social media sites is not always the best way to reach your audiences. But if your nonprofit can create authentic, short videos, here are 5 nonprofit examples that make the most of video.
SocialFish
MAY 2, 2016
Amy DeLouise is a video director-producer who specializes in telling real people stories that help nonprofits and companies tell their brand story. Wistia has done several useful studies on viewer drop-off, and it looks like a couple of trends are worth watching for social video makers.
NCE Social Media
SEPTEMBER 4, 2009
Harvard Business Digital’s video on how to be a social media change agent is very interesting. Tags: Education and Training forrester groundwell social media Video The interview with Josh Bernoff , Vice President & Principal Analyst with Forrester Research and co-author of Groundswell , discusses how to be a social media provocateur. So did this provoke you to action using social media?
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
DECEMBER 8, 2015
Use Video – A Guest Post by Michael Hoffman. About a year ago, I wrote right here on Beth’s Blog about Why Your Nonprofit Should Invest in Video. The same is true with video. In other words, watching video appears to be clearly related to getting someone to donate.
NCE Social Media
JULY 10, 2009
I came across a video that I wanted to share prior to next Friday. The video is about the magic of viral marketing, led by Guy Kawasaki and Andy Sernovitz. The link to the video is [link]. Tags: Marketing and Awareness Research Tools Video alltop buzz2009 marketing viral It is from the Buzz2009 Conference – a national conference on social media for associations.
NCE Social Media
AUGUST 25, 2009
This video, pointed out by Arc of Monroe , pposes the question is social media just a fad or will it end up being one of the biggest disruptive forces since the industrial revolution? Tags: Education and Training Tools Video arc social media Okay, so this is a few days late. ACHIEVA had it’s golf outing yesterday so pall efforts had been placed into it.
NCE Social Media
AUGUST 7, 2009
John Haydon , a social media strategist for nonprofits and small businesses, has a great video explaining how to embed a social or fundraising widget into your Facebook page. Tags: Education and Training Facebook Tools Video embed facebook haydon john widget It discusses how to harness static facebook markup language (a simple to use code) that will have a positive impact for you without being hung up on scary computer codes.
See What's Out There
JUNE 11, 2015
There are consistently two rules which will make your event video the most effective it can be. The post 2 Rules for Making a Great Gala Event Video appeared first on The See3 Blog. strategy video digital agency for do-gooders DoGooder Awards gala gala dinner video gala event video nonprofit marketing nonprofit video video strategyAnd while they may seem simple, they require discipline to execute.
TechImpact
JULY 8, 2013
Ever since social media giant Instagram jumped into the video business in late June, lots of nonprofits have started using the service as a way to connect with supporters online.
NonProfit Hub
AUGUST 23, 2014
I found the greatest online video ever made by a nonprofit. There are several reasons why I think this is the perfect example of an effective online video. It has a lot to do with the video itself, but it also has to do with what happens after the viewer watches.
TechImpact
JUNE 4, 2013
With today’s focus on online fundraising, social media, and quality web content, many nonprofits are developing strategies to better incorporate the use of video into their online efforts.
Tech Soup Blog
SEPTEMBER 8, 2017
An eye-catching opening, slick text animation, smooth transitions — these are all important elements of polished social videos. In all cases, video stories are most memorable when they have a core message — a "so what" moment. How to Create Video with Spark.
See What's Out There
NOVEMBER 20, 2015
From language barriers to stronger search engine optimization, here’s why it is important for nonprofits to incorporate video translations on YouTube, starting now. The post Unlocking Video SEO with Captions and Translations appeared first on The See3 Blog. video Captions marketing nonprofit communications Nonprofits translatons video SEO video strategy YouTube
Byte Technology
AUGUST 29, 2016
There was a time when live-streaming video around the globe was reserved for mega-corporations and celebrities. So if your video is dull and routine, chances are no one will watch and no one will return for subsequent broadcasts. Was the quality of the video and audio decent?
NCE Social Media
DECEMBER 11, 2009
Here is a video from Stefana Broadbent. I hope you enjoy the video. Social media is a great tool to build intimacy with your constituents. Stefana is a cognitive scientist who watches us while we talk (and IM, and text).
See What's Out There
APRIL 28, 2014
There's a quick, easy way to expand the reach of your videos on a global scale, and it's possible you haven't ever considered it. Ready to be in on video's best kept secret? Here are some facts: Adding English transcription to your videos will increase your audience […]. michael hoffman Uncategorized Video Online Video see3 SEO translation video SEO webinar
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