Finding the Right Documentary Crew for Your Brand Story

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Are you planning to create a documentary for your brand?

Are you looking to hire the best crew who can deliver the desired filming results?

Look no further; Simply Thrilled is here to save the day!

On a serious note, finding the right professionals for your project can be overwhelming, as there are multiple options available in the market and the filtration process can be hectic.

But there are specific tips that we can provide you with our decade of experience in the industry.

We have hired a top-skilled crew who can deliver us our desired results, and you can do the same for your brand.

So, without further ado, let’s get started.

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5 Effective Tips For Hiring Video Product Crew

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So where do you start? How do you find candidates who meet your needs? And are those candidates reliable?

By taking our tips on board, you’ll eliminate all your doubts related to hiring a professional video production crew to help you with your documentary; it’s easy peasy!

Have a look:

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Know what you want

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You must be clear about what you want from your documentary.

This’ll be useful as it will help you determine the specific crew members you need to hire.

Checkpoint: Here are the three basic yet essential questions you must know the answers to before going any further:

• What is your budget?
• What type of documentary do you want to make?
• What is your timeline?

Based on your answers, you’ll be able to define the scope and style of your documentary shoot project.

This will help you figure out different types of crew members you want. From director of photography to editor, from producer to sound expert, you need a variety of experts to get things done, and done well.

Once you have the list of the crew members required, you must finalise how many people you can afford to hire and how you will pay them (with money, of course).

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Search for candidates in your industry

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Once you have a clear breakdown of your needs, it’s time to start searching for potential candidates for your production crew.

It’s like casting a net into the ocean of talent and trying to sift through the silt to spot a pitch-perfect match for your requirements.

The process can be tiring, long, and hectic.

But it can be simplified if you only focus on professionals who have previous experience working in your specific industry—this'll significantly narrow your search down!

Why is this so important, you may ask?

Well, you want a crew that understands the ins and outs of your business and can tell your story in a way that resonates with your audience.

So, you must look for people who have worked on similar projects and/or in your industry.

For example, if you're a restaurant owner wanting to show off your intricate food preparation process, you’ll want to hire a crew that has experience filming food documentaries.

They'll know how to capture the texture, colour, and appeal of the dishes far better than a general crew. Simple, isn’t it?

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Cross the track record and reputation

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Once you’ve filtered out candidates with industry experience, it’s essential to check their work and reputation with previous clients.

You mustn't skip out on background verification; you’ve got to put in the effort here to ensure these candidates are right the fit!

It will help you add an additional security layer to the selection process, ensuring you hire the best fit for your documentary video production.

A crew’s reputation in the industry can speak volumes about their professionalism and reliability.

Many companies make hiring decisions based solely on a portfolio, but speaking to previous clients can give you a much clearer picture of how the crew operates in real-world situations.

This step will help you confirm their reliability and the quality of work they can deliver for your brand.

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Technical ability of the crew and equipment matters
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You don’t want your documentary to be missed, right? You want it to shine above others!

That’s why you must ensure that the visuals and audio quality of the documentary are top-notch.

What are the factors that are important to ensure the quality is excellent?

First, it should be the technical expertise of the crew.

Second, the equipment they use. Modern high-definition cameras, excellent sound equipment, and proper lighting are non-negotiable.

Having a talented crew is essential, but their technical capability is just as important.

Ask your editors: Are you proficient in editing software like Adobe Premiere or Final Cut?

Ask your lighting expert: Do you have lighting solutions for both indoor and outdoor settings?

Ask your videographer: What cameras are you using?

It will help you get an idea of which tool they use and whether they have the skills to leverage the machine.

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Choose a professional agency

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The best tip we can give you while onboarding the crew for your documentary is to associate with a professional agency that has worked in your industry.

This can eliminate all the hassles of searching, filtering, and hiring individuals yourself.

Additionally, you won’t have to manage different role requirements for each person.

But that’s not all.

With an experienced agency, you won’t need to worry about the equipment they use or their technical expertise in the matter—they’ll have it covered for the sake of their own reputation.

All you need to do is choose a reliable agency, review their track record, share your requirements, and wait for tailored results.

To further assist you with the agency search, you can trust Simply Thrilled.

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Simply Thrilled Crew For Your Documentary Requirements

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With Simply Thrilled, you don’t need to worry about your documentary requirements.

We offer complete documentary video production solutions, eliminating the hassle of switching from agency to agency for different stages of your project—from recording to marketing your documentary.

It’s been decades since we produced our first documentary video, and since then it’s been a learning curve we have enjoyed.

We are a team of winners who started from scratch and achieved the ranks we deserve.

You don’t need to worry about the success of your documentary project, as it will be safe with us.

Contact our team and share your requirements, which can help you achieve your desired engagement and growth numbers digitally.

We’ve got this!

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