The most successful short videos are straightforward and feature a simple message or call to action. Whether you’re giving new viewers a snapshot of your brand or you’re introducing a new product, 30-second videos can communicate your values to your audience in an easy-to-digest format. Here’s how to create an attention-grabbing 30-second videothat tells a story and evokes emotion in a matter of seconds.
Start with a catchy title
Your audience is bombarded by video content and other advertisements all day long, which means you need to do everything you can to attract and retain their attention. Start with the title. The right kind of title will give your audience all the information they need to get them to click on and watch your video completely through. Create catchy titles that are scannable, informative and understandable at a glance.
Write a great script
Even short 30-second videos should have scripts to help you plan and organize your video. Since brevity is important here, keep your word count to a minimum. Most English speakers can say around 150 words per minute, so it follows that a 30-second video should have a script of 80 words, maximum. Include description and narration, and if you go over the word limit, simply split the video into a series of two to keep the information digestible.
Create a storyboard
After you’ve refined your script, you can start visualizing the scenes you’ll use in your 30-second video. Develop a quick storyboard that serves as your guide to the order of scenes. Make sure you have a solid understanding of how objects in your video relate to each other and decide the direction of movement if you plan on including any in your video.
Embrace visual conventions
You don’t need to reinvent the wheel when you’re making 30-second videos. In reality, creating something completely original can confuse your audience. Use visual conventions to connect with your audience, including background elements, costumes and even facial expressions to emphasize key facts.
Optimize for social platforms
Each social media platform has its own unique quirks, which means you should optimize your 30-second video so that it has as much reach as possible. For example, on platforms like Twitter that have adopted muted autoplay, go visual with your content. Most video is viewed without sound, so incorporate captions and subtitles to convey key information while keeping your audience engaged.
Making an attention-grabbing 30-second video is all about understanding your audience and delivering what it expects, wants and needs. Ready to see what you can do for your brand in just 30 seconds? Say “Hello,” to Spin Creative! We’re a dynamic video marketing agency that helps you make content that hits the mark, every time.
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