Seattle Video Production Services
• Concept Development
• Script Writing
• In-Studio Video Shoots
• Location Video Shoots
• Presentation Video Shoots
• Video Editing
• Motion Graphics
• Web Video Encoding
• DVD Authoring
• DVD Duplication
We’re especially good at . . .
Listening
Whether you know exactly what you want or only have a basic idea . . . at the end of the day, you are the expert on what you like and it’s your video production. We’ll work with you to develop your message while listening intently to understand your vision and your goals.
Scaling
Sometimes the right solution is to think big — props, crews, lights, actors and stages. Sometimes the right solution is one camera and a chair. We work with you to find the level that matches your needs and your budget.
Delivering
On time, on budget. What else would be acceptable from a video production company?
Laughing
We love what we do. Our video producers, videographers and editors are serious and focused — and at the same time, we’re light and fun. We think you’ll enjoy working with us.
Pricing
GoodSide’s focus is on creating the most value for your budget. We do this by paying attention to what’s important to you and scaling flexibly to meet the needs of each job.
We call it the Goldilocks Budget – the right size to bring the best equipment and professionals for the job, but never bloated.
Watch
“GoodSide vs. Gigantor & the Craigslist Kid”
to see how GoodSide compares to the other video production options – both bigger and smaller.
How is Pricing Calculated?
The two main factors in pricing are the shoot day or days and the editing time. Shoots are charged by the day and editing is charged by the hour.
What’s the Estimate Process?
We start with an initial phone call to talk about your project. Don’t worry if some details are still vague. We’ll work with you to understand what you want to accomplish and based on that, will put together an estimate.
If the estimate is a good match for your budget, we’ll lock down some key details and provide a purchase order to get started on your job. If the initial estimate isn’t a match, we can talk about ways to scale the project to accomplish what’s most important to you, yet stay within your budget.
The first step is to email or call us for a no-cost, no-obligation estimate. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
The Video Production Process
Where do I start and what should I expect? These are often the first questions we hear from clients. While you don’t need an extensive understanding of the video production process, we think you’ll find this overview helpful.
Begin With The End In Mind
Before you start, it’s essential to define the project. Who is your target market and what is your desired outcome? What kind of video meets those goals? How will it be delivered? You may not know the answer to all of these questions when you first contact us. We can help you clarify your goals before we start.
Preproduction
As the name implies, this is the planning phase. It may involve writing or outlining the script, casting actors, scouting locations and hiring crew. The Producer will manage these tasks. Your job in this phase is usually to help us answer questions and make choices, which we’ll guide you through.
Production
The Production phase is the shooting day or days. The term “Production” can also be used in a more general sense to refer to the entire process, but we primarily use it to specify the shooting phase. On the shoot day, you may be meeting some new people, so let’s go over who they are:
Producer — Think of them as your project manager. By the shoot day you’ve already been working with them.
Director — This is the person who directs the action. Often the Producer and Director are the same person.
Videographer — Also called the Director of Photography, they will work collaboratively with the producer/director to make the video look great.
Audio Engineer — They’ll make everything sound great.
Makeup Artist — They make sure everyone looks great on camera. This isn’t just about looking pretty, but about how light will interact with people’s faces on camera.
Grips, Electricians and Production Assistants — These hardworking people do everything from setting lights to getting coffee. They’re amazing to watch!
Never forget that this is your production. The crew members report directly to the producer and he or she reports to you. Always feel free to ask questions or request changes. To keep the lines clear, it’s most helpful if you communicate directly with the producer or director and let them tell the crew and actors what to do.
The day usually starts by loading in and setting up lights, cameras and audio, then filming the action and finally striking the set. It’s amazing to watch video production companies in Seattle, or any other city transform a space from it’s original state to a well-lit set and back again in a day.
Post Production
In editing we organize the footage and add other elements, like graphics and music to develop your final product. First, we’ll show you a Rough Cut to let you evaluate the overall message of the video and individual elements. From your feedback, we’ll edit to a Fine Cut and lastly present a Final Cut for your approval. All cuts are shown to you online at a private link you can view from your office and share with other stakeholders.
Delivery
Almost all clients want their videos online, but some still prefer DVD – that’s why we give you both. Most projects are delivered as web ready files and master DVD.
Leadership
Matt Krzycki
Creative Director
My background is in Video Production and Marketing Management. Because my experience is not limited to film school and video production, I have a more mature understanding of the results-focused business world. I’ve been in your shoes when it comes to selecting and managing a vendor.
Clients tell me about other production companies more interested in trying out special effects and expensive shots than in understanding and communicating the client’s message. That’s not the way it works at GoodSide. We begin with your goals in mind and every step serves to advance them.
Early in my career, I worked on TV, feature film and commercial productions, just before the digital revolution. I’m excited to see how new technology has made video production more accessible and at the same time, I have a great respect for the formal production system. I believe this balance of the old and the new sets us apart from those in our industry who have not embraced change as flexibly and also from semi-professional enthusiasts who lack respect for what has come before.
I hope you’ll contact us soon to help you with your video project.
Show Your GoodSide,
Matt Krzycki
Testimonials
“GoodSide’s commitment to quality, integrity, and clear communication gave us results that thrilled our customers. They always brought the projects in on deadline and on budget.”
—Scott Pinzon
Product Marketing Manager/Editor-in-Chief
Watchguard Technologies Inc.
“It was a pleasure working with GoodSide Studio. They were extremely organized and professional. We had a very tight timeline for our project and Good Side Studio put in the extra hours needed to meet our deadlines. The finished product exceeded our expectations and will be used as a global training device for years to come.”
—Mike Rowton
Project Manager
Isilon Systems
“GoodSide Studio has an excellent talent for taking your ideas and transferring them into powerful video production.”
—Stephanie Cunningham
President
Greater Seattle Management Consulting
“I just want to thank you again for your superb assistance in helping us develop a video to help self-represented litigants navigate their way through our court system. Your patience and dedication to helping us translate some complicated legal concepts into a “communicable” message demonstrated the value of using a professional film company such as GoodSide.”
—Judge Mary Yu
King County Superior Court
“It was a pleasure to work with Goodside Studio on our video project for a national product launch in a key customer’s stores. The Goodside team understood the project from the get-go, added their own creativity to it and worked within our budget and very tight schedule to deliver. Our customer was thrilled with the results – and the launch of our product was a success.”