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Inspired Video Marketing

Inspired Stories. Inspired Videos. Inspired Lives.

  • The Low Down
  • Think you want video work?
  • See my work – Film and Edit
    • Inspired Real Estate Media
    • Inspired Wedding Videography
  • See my work – Edit only
  • What clients are saying
  • The Low Down
  • Think you want video work?
  • See my work – Film and Edit
    • Inspired Real Estate Media
    • Inspired Wedding Videography
  • See my work – Edit only
  • What clients are saying

What is my why?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_RzIpKPANE
  • Hiring me is always a good idea. :)
    Business,  In the industry,  Marketing,  Video Marketing 101,  Video Marketing Tips

    Should I hire a videographer for my event?

    May 17, 2019 /

    It’s a difficult decision to decide if it’s worth the cost to hire a videographer for your event. In the effort of making things simpler, I made a flow chart! (Ooh! For the record, if you’re wondering about a photographer for your event, this flowchart works the same- just exchange for the right lingo.) I’ve broken it down into three outcomes: You forgo having any media coverage You locate a volunteer or encourage attendee content You hire a professional videographer (in any range of skill) It would be inaccurate and quite leading to say “hiring a videographer is the answer in every scenario”. It just isn’t! However, there are a…

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    This is not MY microphone

    Katie’s Top Ten Resources for Finding Music for Videos

    September 6, 2018

    2019 DragonCon Video Highlight Reel

    October 23, 2019

    I want you to COMMIT

    January 8, 2017
  • But you have a lovely face, so use it sometimes, k?
    Inspiration,  Marketing,  Video ideas,  Video Marketing Tips

    TOP TEN Ideas for a video withOUT using your Face (video)

    September 9, 2018 /

    If you just didn’t feel up to appearing in your own video, here are 10 ways to make a video without using your face! Resource section (aka giving credit where due!) Thumbnail photo by Adrian Pelletier on Unsplash My instagram Glenn Matecun- Estate Planning Lawyer Whiteboard software Kevin J. Anderson (he’s available for speaking engagements too!) Camtasia Live video from Dragoncon Pool shots- Legendary Escapes Pool in question (TV SHOW AND MOVIE I MADE) Tutorial mentioned Chelsea Claire (Phazon Pixie Cosplay) Stock video resources: https://www.videoblocks.com https://www.pond5.com https://videohive.net/

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    What face am I making?

    How-to add captions to Facebook videos THE EASY WAY (video)

    August 15, 2018

    Change Your Default Settings

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    Why did I think that blanket was a good idea?

    Tuesday Tip! Make sure you do this with your Video Projects.

    January 25, 2017
  • There are so many places to put videos nowadays...
    Instagram,  Marketing,  Social Media Tips,  Video Marketing Tips

    4 Ways to Post Videos to Instagram and How To Do Them (video)

    August 29, 2018 /

    I got asked a question about posting videos to Instagram. It was about that vague- I mean, there are FOUR main ways to post videos to Instagram, which way did they mean?   In true Katie-style, when the choice is “big” or “home” we choose big. SO. Here are the four ways to post videos to Instagram and how to do each way.   Plus a little bit of narration, chatting, philosophy, etc etc along the way.   Claire’s Instagram Claire’s Facebook   iPhone screen recording tutorial mentioned   #tutorialtuesday #yesiknowitswednesday #thisisbecomingahabit Stay inspired, my friends! Katie

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    2019 DragonCon Video Highlight Reel

    October 23, 2019

    How-to Create a Facebook Business Page 2019

    August 27, 2019
    So pretty

    Aha! How I Converted Micro Cassettes to Digital with Equipment I Already Had

    July 26, 2018
  • Loki just tolerated that helmet. Until she wanted to eat it.
    Facebook,  Marketing,  Social Media Tips,  Tutorials,  Video Marketing Tips

    Three ways to turn a vertical or horizontal video square in Final Cut Pro X (video)

    August 22, 2018 /

    Tutorial starts at 1:37 if you don’t want to hear some information about square videos and such. Do you own Final Cut and have you been wondering how to make a square video like you see all over Facebook? This tutorial will give you three ways to do it! Article I referenced: https://blog.bufferapp.com/square-vid…   Stay inspired!   Katie

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    I want you to COMMIT

    January 8, 2017

    What is my “Why”, and what is YOUR “Why”? (video)

    January 28, 2018

    Thank you 2017, Hello 2018!

    January 2, 2018
  • Isn't it pretty??
    Branding,  Business,  Inspiration,  Marketing,  Video Marketing 101,  Video Marketing Tips

    Video Marketing Inspiration: Create a space you love

    August 16, 2018 /

    “I don’t want to do a video, my space is a mess” I get this a lot. And I get it! I look back on old videos where I “Just did it” because I was being pressured  (Hi Sandi. 😉 ) and while it was good to get the video out there, I cringe at my background. How messy and unprofessional! There have been times where I too, have declined to do a video because my background was just SO not compelling. Ugh! So how do we rectify our feelings about our surroundings and our feelings about our videos? I know someone (*cough* Sandi, I’m looking at you again!) would …

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    How cute are we???

    Getting “Gutsy” with Mayniax Branding. What I learned and what you should takeaway.

    March 16, 2017

    VIDEO: How-to Collaborate on Video Projects Remotely using FCPX and Google Drive

    July 24, 2019
    Yes. The answer is yes

    How-to download a video you own from Facebook (video)

    September 13, 2018
  • Marketing,  Social Media Tips,  Uncategorized,  Video Marketing 101,  Video Marketing Tips

    Katie’s Down and Dirty Guide to Clean Video on a Smart Phone

    June 25, 2017 /

    Many of us know that doing video is an important aspect to our social media strategy, but it just seems so hard and daunting! We may be able to present in front of a big group, but the thought of speaking alone to a camera is… well, scary. We think so because it’s an unknown; we don’t know how to take good video, we worry about needing to edit it etc etc… Not to fear! It’s easier than you think! Check the lighting. By a window will most likely give you your best and easiest light. Check the sound. Do you hear anything in the background? Is there a lot…

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    I’m married! *gasp*

    February 9, 2017
    I did this in an airport!

    You can record your iPhone Screen! Cool, eh? (video)

    March 24, 2018
    I don't know why but I love this pic - thanks hubby!

    What does the “Inspired” stand for in “Inspired Video Marketing”?

    August 10, 2018
  • Business,  In the industry,  Video Marketing Tips,  YouTube

    What is Vlogging? (VIDEO)

    April 26, 2017 /

    So you don’t have to watch me ramble for 2 1/2 minutes, vlogging is just a video blog. Instead of reading the content, you are watching it. Most vlogs take place using a computer webcam or in a situation that LOOKS like a computer’s webcam, but sometimes the person is on site, narrating something. You’ll find a lot of vlog style videos on Youtube. For a small business to get into vlogging, I recommend you find some nice lighting (like by a window) and share a bit about who you are, what you do and why you do it! Then, if you have any frequently asked questions, you can make…

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    Living Legendary – the Pirate Pool Premiere recap

    August 2, 2018
    This was so cool to see!

    Have you ever wondered where concrete comes from?

    March 27, 2017
    Isn't it pretty??

    Video Marketing Inspiration: Create a space you love

    August 16, 2018
  • In the industry,  Video Marketing 101,  Video Marketing Tips

    8 Great Resources for your Video Marketing Endeavors

    April 3, 2017 /

    I love lists. I also love well thought out resources that make life so much easier because when you have a question or need something done, you know they are there. To combine these loves, I have put together a list for you all of my top favorite resources I use in regards to my video marketing. 1. Video Blocks If you are doing your own videos (you yourself, or someone in the office dedicated to it), this website is a great steal for some stock footage, aka, something you don’t want to have to go out and shoot yourself. Note, because of the great deal, they do a lot of…

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    I gave a speech at the event Permission and here it is

    Permission to Speak? Granted.

    June 22, 2019
    We look so cool

    Questions on Intellectual Rights and Answers from the Universe

    September 14, 2018
    There are so many places to put videos nowadays...

    4 Ways to Post Videos to Instagram and How To Do Them (video)

    August 29, 2018
  • Business,  Facebook,  Marketing,  Social Media Tips,  Video Marketing 101,  Video Marketing Tips,  YouTube

    PLEASE DEAR GOD choose “Custom Thumbnail”

    March 30, 2017 /

    A few (several?) weeks ago I posted a blog called “5 Things to consider while uploading your video”. And I cannot believe myself that I forgot to talk about Custom Thumbnails. D’OH! I think it’s okay, because “custom thumbnails” really should have its own blog anyway. So there. A thumbnail is the image you see a video as when you are scrolling on your screen. If you’ve spent ANY time on the internet interacting with videos, you might have noticed that sometimes, this cover image  NEVER even appears in the video. Back in the day, this confused me. I’d be waiting for the introduction picture to flash because back in…

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    Thank you 2017, Hello 2018!

    January 2, 2018
    Yes. The answer is yes

    How-to download a video you own from Facebook (video)

    September 13, 2018
    This was so cool to see!

    Have you ever wondered where concrete comes from?

    March 27, 2017
  • How cute are we???
    Branding,  Business,  Marketing,  Meet the artist,  Philosophy,  Video Marketing Tips

    Getting “Gutsy” with Mayniax Branding. What I learned and what you should takeaway.

    March 16, 2017 /

    Two days ago I sat down with Dave Murray, the spirited and passionate co-founder of Mayniax Branding. This meeting had been preordained for awhile. Everywhere I went I was bombarded with “Oh! Have you met Dave yet?” “You should meet Dave!” “I know this guy Dave…” Some things in life are just synchronistic, and after forever and an email,  I finally looked him up. And. Crazy crazy, but it turns out I DID know who he was because, da-tada-da, I had watched one of his videos. I didn’t connect the words “Dave Murray” when people would say it, with the energetic red accessory sporting person that I had seen online.…

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    Isn't it pretty??

    Video Marketing Inspiration: Create a space you love

    August 16, 2018

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    February 25, 2018
    Yup. There was music there.

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    March 4, 2017
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My name is Katie Curtis

My name is Katie, I'm a videographer who makes short films (or full-feature ones), vlogs and projects for small businesses. My goal in life is to stay in an "inspired" state and to help as many people do that as well. Thanks for visiting!

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