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Video marketing strategies 
In this file, you can ref free useful materials about video marketing 
strategies and other materials for video marketing such as video 
marketing tips, video marketing tools, video marketing sites. 
If you need top free materials below, please visit: 
videomarketingaz.com 
· Top 21 tips for video marketing 
· Top 31 sites to upload your videos 
· Top free 7 tools for video marketing 
I. Video marketing content for you! 
You’ve done it, you savvy good-looking marketer. 
You got the necessary approvals, budget, and executive buy-in to start 
with video marketing for your brand. You’re joining the big leagues! 
Video is going to be the game-changing tactic you use to capture the 
attention of your target audience, become more visible in search, and 
convert prospects throughout the funnel. 
Your sales team will share your marketing videos to close more deals 
faster (alignment for the win, baby!), and you’ve committed to tracking 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 1
your performance with video engagement data. You’re all set. You’re on 
the video bus. It’s ALL happening! 
(Record scratch) 
Ah, if only it were that simple. 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 2
What about your video marketing strategy? 
Whether you’ve just stepped into the 
scene, or you’ve been using videos for ages, you need a road map 
outlining what it’s all for, where you’re going, and how you’ll measure 
success. 
Your plan doesn’t need to be incredibly detailed (as the performance of 
your first few videos will often reveal some necessary modifications), 
but you should have a good idea of how you’ll align video content with 
the goals of your company. 
A solid plan can be the difference between knowing your content is 
delivering ROI, versus throwing metaphorical spaghetti at the wall and 
seeing what sticks. 
Here’s how to map out your purposeful video marketing strategy. 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 3
1. Determine what your video content will accomplish (and for whom) 
Just as Joe Pulizzi suggests you should 
start yourcontent marketing strategy in general, you’ll want a video 
marketing mission statement. A simple, one-liner that sums up: 
· what type of content you’ll make: Educational videos? 
Entertaining? Practical? A mix? Your brand’s tone and audience’s needs 
should determine your approach here. 
· Exactly who you’re making this content for: outline your target 
demographic with as much detail as you can. 
· What your audience should takeaway from your videos: What’s 
the value add of your content in particular? What does it help your 
audience do? 
In order to justify videos that may be unrelated to your B2B product 
(often the mark of true content marketing), your business needs to 
understand why you’re creating video stories. What are you trying to 
accomplish and with whom? 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 4
Write out your statement like this: “At (Company name), we make 
(adjective) video content for (specify target audience), so that they 
(exactly what you want them to do).” 
All set, now for the videos… 
2. Outline the video topics and types you’ll create 
When looking to implement video across an enterprise, it’s important to 
outline your scope. First look to which functions of the business will be 
using video and whether the assets will be used internally, externally, or 
both. 
For example, if you run an enterprise B2B software company, you might 
want to break video content down as it supports different business 
functions, such as “Product”, “HR”, “Corporate Events”, “Internal 
Communications”, “Sales”, “Support”, etc. From there, you should 
decide which types of stories you’ll need to tell under each of these 
functions. 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 5
In the “Product” vertical, for example, you might have stories to tell 
about a certain product lines, the theme of analytics, and the theme of 
optimization. These are your official “content pillars” that become what 
you’ll build video concepts and campaigns around. These are usually 
broad and, in most cases, shouldn’t be too product heavy at the top of 
the funnel. 
After determining your content pillars (essentially the stories you must 
tell within each function across your organization), you’ll be able to 
brainstorm the types of videos that work to tell those stories. Some 
options include: 
· Recorded webinars 
· Helpful how-to videos 
· Thought leadership interviews 
· Product explainers and detailed demos 
· Support-topic walkthroughs 
· Company culture videos 
· Customer testimonials 
· Documentary-like case studies, and more 
A good way to approach video at the outset is to discover the questions 
your target audience is asking, and answer these with detailed how-to 
content. Not only will you benefit from the enhanced SEO by creating 
videos about these how-to topics, but you can become the go-to expert 
on the topic and remembered by your audience as such. You’ll also want 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 6
to build out compelling, high-level brand stories to initially attract your 
target customer at the top of the funnel. 
Learn how to map your video content to all parts of the funnel and drive 
viewer’s through the buying cycle with this handy post, or see 
some awesome B2B video examplesfor some inspiration. 
3. Establish who’s responsible for creating content 
Depending on the production quality 
you’re aiming for and your budget, you might be able to invest in an in-house 
videographer, or even a team of marketers dedicated to video. 
However, you might also be outsourcing high-budget content with an 
agency. Overall, assess the resources you’ve got and figure out if 
you’re developing content in-house or outsourcing production, and 
how you draw the distinction on various projects. 
No matter how you’re operating, outline who is responsible for the 
creative concepts, who will write the scripts, how final approvals are 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 7
gained, who organizes the logistics of a video shoot, and who’s 
responsible for distributing the videos once they are complete. You may 
also want an “editorial board” of major stakeholders who are consulted 
for video feedback. You definitely want feedback at critical points in the 
video process/projects, but be mindful of an excess of cooks in the 
kitchen. 
Where do you get started? 
Your marketing team could aim to kick off video efforts with a small, 
three-part video series for internal communication, for example. This is 
similar to how Canadian mega-brand Telus got started, and based on the 
success of their in-house video production team, they now create a 
whopping 500 video stories a year to amplify their brand message. In a 
B2B example, Taulia creates content with a mix of in-house and 
outsourced footage. They collaborate with an agency to ensure scripts 
and concepts are targeted to their buying personas. 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 8
4. Where will your content live? 
Whether you’re reusing webinar content, 
creating how-to videos, or behind the scenes interviews with your 
management team, you need to know where your videos will live on 
your website. 
You’ll notice I didn’t say “on YouTube”. 
While YouTube is an amazing (and incredibly important) distribution 
channel, it’s not a strategy. At the end of the day YouTube has an 
interest in keeping people on their site, whereas you can really only 
prompt conversion on your own site. That’s why you not only need links 
back to your website within your SEO-optimized YouTube descriptions, 
but you’ll also want to create a destination on your site where prospects 
can go through a content journey and become increasingly immersed in 
your brand and message with lots of videos, mimicking the addictive 
YouTube experience. 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 9
You’ll notice that major brands behaving like media companies tend to 
have entire pages of their websites devoted to video. Take a look at The 
Lego Group for instance (they’ve got an entire “videos” section on their 
site, organized by story and character). Or, for a B2B example, see SAP 
and their resource hubs which contain their professional and humanizing 
brand videos. 
II. Video marketing tips 
#1: Make your title count 
Just like a headline to a blog post, 
video titles can pull powerful 
traffic. There are two main reasons 
why the title is so important. One, 
a great title can instantly grab a 
viewer’s attention. 
Two, when you use the appropriate keywords in your title, you are more 
likely to show up on search engines when people are searching for your 
topic. And remember Google owns YouTube, so there’s a story 
connection between video and searching. 
#2: Provide excellent content 
Take some time to think about your ideal viewer. What do you know 
that they’ll find valuable? What can you teach them? “How-to” videos 
are extremely successful because not only do they offer great value to 
your viewer, but also you’re able to showcase your knowledge and skill, 
thus positioning yourself as an expert. This is key as you continue to 
grow your brand. 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 10
#3: Include your URL in your video 
When you edit your video, take advantage of the different editing 
features. One easy feature is to add a text box to your video. This is 
where you can display your website address and it’s a great way to get 
exposure. 
Here’s a screen shot of Mari Smith’s YouTube channel. Notice how she 
used a text box in her video to display key information, including her 
website URL at the end of her video. Smart move! 
#4: Take advantage of video’s branding opportunities 
For branding purposes, have your company logo displayed prominently 
somewhere on the screen. You can do this at all times, or during key 
times in your video. 
In the image below, notice how the company logo is displayed in the 
upper-left corner. You can display your logo throughout your video or 
only at key times. 
#5: Always provide an HTML link 
When you post on YouTube, you have the option to write a short 
description of your video. Always start with the link you want to drive 
your viewers to so you don’t miss this key opportunity. 
Here’s a snapshot of the description boxes from one of my YouTube 
videos. Notice the placement of my website URL (it’s the first thing 
you want to put in the box!) and the keywords I used in my title as well 
as the description. 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 11
#6: Go beyond YouTube 
Most people post their videos on YouTube. In addition to this, make 
sure to always embed your video on your own website. This will 
increase the amount of time people spend on your website and help grow 
a captive audience. 
Also, Google’s algorithms consider how many times a video is viewed, 
and embedded video views you receive get added to the ‘views’ tally on 
YouTube. This is important for showing up in Google search results! 
Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 12

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Video marketing strategies

  • 1. Video marketing strategies In this file, you can ref free useful materials about video marketing strategies and other materials for video marketing such as video marketing tips, video marketing tools, video marketing sites. If you need top free materials below, please visit: videomarketingaz.com · Top 21 tips for video marketing · Top 31 sites to upload your videos · Top free 7 tools for video marketing I. Video marketing content for you! You’ve done it, you savvy good-looking marketer. You got the necessary approvals, budget, and executive buy-in to start with video marketing for your brand. You’re joining the big leagues! Video is going to be the game-changing tactic you use to capture the attention of your target audience, become more visible in search, and convert prospects throughout the funnel. Your sales team will share your marketing videos to close more deals faster (alignment for the win, baby!), and you’ve committed to tracking Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 1
  • 2. your performance with video engagement data. You’re all set. You’re on the video bus. It’s ALL happening! (Record scratch) Ah, if only it were that simple. Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 2
  • 3. What about your video marketing strategy? Whether you’ve just stepped into the scene, or you’ve been using videos for ages, you need a road map outlining what it’s all for, where you’re going, and how you’ll measure success. Your plan doesn’t need to be incredibly detailed (as the performance of your first few videos will often reveal some necessary modifications), but you should have a good idea of how you’ll align video content with the goals of your company. A solid plan can be the difference between knowing your content is delivering ROI, versus throwing metaphorical spaghetti at the wall and seeing what sticks. Here’s how to map out your purposeful video marketing strategy. Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 3
  • 4. 1. Determine what your video content will accomplish (and for whom) Just as Joe Pulizzi suggests you should start yourcontent marketing strategy in general, you’ll want a video marketing mission statement. A simple, one-liner that sums up: · what type of content you’ll make: Educational videos? Entertaining? Practical? A mix? Your brand’s tone and audience’s needs should determine your approach here. · Exactly who you’re making this content for: outline your target demographic with as much detail as you can. · What your audience should takeaway from your videos: What’s the value add of your content in particular? What does it help your audience do? In order to justify videos that may be unrelated to your B2B product (often the mark of true content marketing), your business needs to understand why you’re creating video stories. What are you trying to accomplish and with whom? Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 4
  • 5. Write out your statement like this: “At (Company name), we make (adjective) video content for (specify target audience), so that they (exactly what you want them to do).” All set, now for the videos… 2. Outline the video topics and types you’ll create When looking to implement video across an enterprise, it’s important to outline your scope. First look to which functions of the business will be using video and whether the assets will be used internally, externally, or both. For example, if you run an enterprise B2B software company, you might want to break video content down as it supports different business functions, such as “Product”, “HR”, “Corporate Events”, “Internal Communications”, “Sales”, “Support”, etc. From there, you should decide which types of stories you’ll need to tell under each of these functions. Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 5
  • 6. In the “Product” vertical, for example, you might have stories to tell about a certain product lines, the theme of analytics, and the theme of optimization. These are your official “content pillars” that become what you’ll build video concepts and campaigns around. These are usually broad and, in most cases, shouldn’t be too product heavy at the top of the funnel. After determining your content pillars (essentially the stories you must tell within each function across your organization), you’ll be able to brainstorm the types of videos that work to tell those stories. Some options include: · Recorded webinars · Helpful how-to videos · Thought leadership interviews · Product explainers and detailed demos · Support-topic walkthroughs · Company culture videos · Customer testimonials · Documentary-like case studies, and more A good way to approach video at the outset is to discover the questions your target audience is asking, and answer these with detailed how-to content. Not only will you benefit from the enhanced SEO by creating videos about these how-to topics, but you can become the go-to expert on the topic and remembered by your audience as such. You’ll also want Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 6
  • 7. to build out compelling, high-level brand stories to initially attract your target customer at the top of the funnel. Learn how to map your video content to all parts of the funnel and drive viewer’s through the buying cycle with this handy post, or see some awesome B2B video examplesfor some inspiration. 3. Establish who’s responsible for creating content Depending on the production quality you’re aiming for and your budget, you might be able to invest in an in-house videographer, or even a team of marketers dedicated to video. However, you might also be outsourcing high-budget content with an agency. Overall, assess the resources you’ve got and figure out if you’re developing content in-house or outsourcing production, and how you draw the distinction on various projects. No matter how you’re operating, outline who is responsible for the creative concepts, who will write the scripts, how final approvals are Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 7
  • 8. gained, who organizes the logistics of a video shoot, and who’s responsible for distributing the videos once they are complete. You may also want an “editorial board” of major stakeholders who are consulted for video feedback. You definitely want feedback at critical points in the video process/projects, but be mindful of an excess of cooks in the kitchen. Where do you get started? Your marketing team could aim to kick off video efforts with a small, three-part video series for internal communication, for example. This is similar to how Canadian mega-brand Telus got started, and based on the success of their in-house video production team, they now create a whopping 500 video stories a year to amplify their brand message. In a B2B example, Taulia creates content with a mix of in-house and outsourced footage. They collaborate with an agency to ensure scripts and concepts are targeted to their buying personas. Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 8
  • 9. 4. Where will your content live? Whether you’re reusing webinar content, creating how-to videos, or behind the scenes interviews with your management team, you need to know where your videos will live on your website. You’ll notice I didn’t say “on YouTube”. While YouTube is an amazing (and incredibly important) distribution channel, it’s not a strategy. At the end of the day YouTube has an interest in keeping people on their site, whereas you can really only prompt conversion on your own site. That’s why you not only need links back to your website within your SEO-optimized YouTube descriptions, but you’ll also want to create a destination on your site where prospects can go through a content journey and become increasingly immersed in your brand and message with lots of videos, mimicking the addictive YouTube experience. Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 9
  • 10. You’ll notice that major brands behaving like media companies tend to have entire pages of their websites devoted to video. Take a look at The Lego Group for instance (they’ve got an entire “videos” section on their site, organized by story and character). Or, for a B2B example, see SAP and their resource hubs which contain their professional and humanizing brand videos. II. Video marketing tips #1: Make your title count Just like a headline to a blog post, video titles can pull powerful traffic. There are two main reasons why the title is so important. One, a great title can instantly grab a viewer’s attention. Two, when you use the appropriate keywords in your title, you are more likely to show up on search engines when people are searching for your topic. And remember Google owns YouTube, so there’s a story connection between video and searching. #2: Provide excellent content Take some time to think about your ideal viewer. What do you know that they’ll find valuable? What can you teach them? “How-to” videos are extremely successful because not only do they offer great value to your viewer, but also you’re able to showcase your knowledge and skill, thus positioning yourself as an expert. This is key as you continue to grow your brand. Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 10
  • 11. #3: Include your URL in your video When you edit your video, take advantage of the different editing features. One easy feature is to add a text box to your video. This is where you can display your website address and it’s a great way to get exposure. Here’s a screen shot of Mari Smith’s YouTube channel. Notice how she used a text box in her video to display key information, including her website URL at the end of her video. Smart move! #4: Take advantage of video’s branding opportunities For branding purposes, have your company logo displayed prominently somewhere on the screen. You can do this at all times, or during key times in your video. In the image below, notice how the company logo is displayed in the upper-left corner. You can display your logo throughout your video or only at key times. #5: Always provide an HTML link When you post on YouTube, you have the option to write a short description of your video. Always start with the link you want to drive your viewers to so you don’t miss this key opportunity. Here’s a snapshot of the description boxes from one of my YouTube videos. Notice the placement of my website URL (it’s the first thing you want to put in the box!) and the keywords I used in my title as well as the description. Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 11
  • 12. #6: Go beyond YouTube Most people post their videos on YouTube. In addition to this, make sure to always embed your video on your own website. This will increase the amount of time people spend on your website and help grow a captive audience. Also, Google’s algorithms consider how many times a video is viewed, and embedded video views you receive get added to the ‘views’ tally on YouTube. This is important for showing up in Google search results! Video marketing. Free pdf download examples Page 12