FAQ and Helpful Tips
The following steps clarify how the client is involved in the process, along with the order in which the process transpires.
- Identify the project’s purpose and key audience(s).
- Determine the main message or theme of video.
- Determine where, how and by whom the video will be promoted and distributed.
- Identify the primary stakeholder.
- Clarify who is developing the script.
- Identify who will contact and prep those featured in the video.
- Determine how long the video will be.
- Designate who will see the proof at the first, second and final stages.
- Attend project meeting.
- Allow time for video production team to draft a script and complete a shot list.
- Allow time for video production team to complete shooting.
- Identify if any outside footage or assets are needed.
- After effects graphics
- Still photos
- Music
- Voice overs
- Approve first draft.
- Allow time for editing.
- Approve second draft.
- Allow time for editing.
- Approve final proof.
It depends on the project and the assets needed for the project. Some videos can be completed in a few days, while others may require planning and asset gathering throughout the year before editing begins. It's best to contact the Video Production Center to determine a more accurate timeline based on your needs.
Yes. To determine how our archive can serve you, contact the video production team (at 208-885-0569 or videoctr@uidaho.edu) and arrange to speak with a member of our Video Production team.
We will search our archives and select clips for your project (research fee $70 per hr), which can be window-dubbed to digital format and sent directly to you for review. You can then choose the shots you want and send us a log list specifying reel numbers and time code ins and outs. You will also need to complete an Archival Footage Agreement and send it to us with payment and a shot list before we proceed.
Then we create a digital video clip of your selection(s) and ship or file transfer it directly to you.
Payment can be made by budget number, check or money order, made payable to U of I Video Production Center.
The following fees apply:
- Usage rates: $10 per sec, with a 10-second minimum
- Any footage purchased beyond 60 seconds: $7.50 per second
- Research fee: $70 per hr
- Shipping charges (if applicable)