Thanks for dropping by and if you’ve got a few moments to spare you could you please let me know which of these two videos you prefer?
I created both of them, or to be more precise I wrote the dialogue, and in the first video I also did the narration. Yes, that is me talking and it is a true story.
I paid for both to be created and made the same mistake in both of them, i.e. I forgot to direct them anywhere.
I was able to correct the first by adding a bit on the end, BUT you can tell because of the volume of my speech. Still, this whole video creation business is a huge learning curve – at least for me.
The second video I was unable to add anything to – at least I could have but it would have cost me more money, and besides I didn’t realise the problem until it was already received.
However, if you’re interested it should go to my absolute favourite web hosting company
Please watch them and comment below so I’ll know where to spend my hard earned cash.
Thanks!
This first video was created by a young lad who lives close to me called Stephen Tuffery. He’s currently “in-between opportunities”, and I provided him with the audio, collaborated on the images and paid him for his time.
It should direct to http://www.myfatburningfurnace.
This second video was created by iFlashvideo and if I hadn’t forgotten it should have been directed to http://www.itsmorethanjusthosting.com
I think the iFlashvideo is best but then I hate to hear myself speak. Are you the same?
I’m certainly more confident infront of a microphone now than I used to be, but I know I’ve a long way to go, and I doubt I’ll ever be employed as a voice over talent.
Anyway, iFlashVideo have a monthly membership site, which they are re-opening on 13th April for just four days. It provides professional voice over quality videos, like the one above for $49.95 per month.
See- now you know how much it cost me to have that one created.
All I had to do was write a few words, submit the copy to iFlash Video and they did the rest. I didn’t even send them images, music or anything, but I could have if I’ d wante
d more control over the finished product.
I trusted their creativity though as they are professionals and this one works fine for me – at least it would have if I’d directed it to http://www.itsmorethanjusthosting.com
Drat!
So, if you want to get professional videos on your site too and don’t want to stress about creating them yourself, you might want to check out the iflashvideo monthly membership.
You’ll need to be quick though because they can only take on a certain number of members to ensure an acceptably fast turn around for all the video submissions, and I don’t personally want them to have too many incase I continue with their services, which of course depends on your feedback.
I must admit in terms of time and finance, the iflashvideo is my best option at the moment, but you do only get one video per month for that price. You can have more, but they’re extra.
Here’s where to go if you’re also interested in the service - (just don’t make the mistake I did about NOT directing your video somewhere!)
iflashvideo early bird sign-up page
Also, please don’t forget to let me know which video you prefer, will you?
Thanks again.
Jean Shaw
http://www.jeansmenopausalmoment.com/blog
P.S. If you want to check out my other videos you can go to my YouTube channel – jeankshaw
















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Hi Jean
Your voice,to me is what makes it Real!Having someone else voice over?Why?
You have a sizeable following.Why?Because you are you.You communicate in all forms,written visual and audio.
You stand out as someone who makes the effort.It is your strength not your weakness in my opinion.
The flash videos again are personalised,enlightening and humourous.An excellent selling virtue in my estimation.
Keep doing what you are doing.I have watched so called Professional Studio productions and I switch them off.False.
Hope this helps.
Keep in touch.Lets keep it Real!
Regards Ray
Sorry Jean
I should mention I am also an Alex Jeffreys Student.I am from his 2.5 course.The one he doesnt mention.December 2009.
Thanks
Ray
yep, that works
Hey Jean,
You’re not on your own here – I think that most people don’t like the sound of their own voice being recorded. The key is to just bite the bullet and do it like you have!! Well done!
So to answer your question:
The iflash video is very slick and well produced…but I think that that’s it’s downfall – it’s a bit too ‘salesy’…
whereas the first video is more real, it’s not perfect which adds to it’s charm and credibility.
The iflash offer is a good value one if you’re only looking to have 1 video a month plus it certainly has value in terms of outsourcing your time. I guess it all comes down to personal preference and the market your targeting with the videos.
I like to create my own videos with a view to creating the balance between ‘well produced’ yet ‘home-made’, and with a little practice I’ve improved each time (my latest one is on my latest post). I agree it’s a huge learning curve but it’s rewarding if you don’t intend to outsource the work.
Anyway, that’s just my opinion! Hope it helps.
Rob
Hi Rob,
Thanks for the feedback.
You’re right – my video certainly isn’t “perfect” . Thanks for saying it has charm and credibility though.
Like you, I am improving. They do say practice makes perfect, but I can’t ever see me sounding “salesy”so I guess there’s no future in me becoming a voice over talent!
Oh well, back to the drawing board!
Jean
Thanks Ray.
Yes I do make an effort – some people have said I’m very “trying”. Ha! Ha!
Guess I’ll keep plugging away at the home made videos.
They’re certainly “real”
Jean
what is ur fb site?
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