Small Business Guide: 5 tips for getting started with Reels

Small Business Guide: 5 tips for getting started with Reels

It’s been a year since Instagram announced its newest feature for connecting with your followers: Reels. But even though it’s been 12 months, you might be new to it and that’s okay. So, what are Reels? The purpose is to create short, 15-second videos, which can be edited to include different audio and effects. You can stack … Read more

How do you professionally light an interview video without expensive gear?

How do you professionally light an interview video without expensive gear?

How do you professionally light an interview video without expensive gear? If building your brand means putting yourself in front of the camera and shooting video, then don’t miss this fantastic how-to video from one of our favourite Photography Influencers, Peter McKinnon. Only a few years ago, we would never have recommended that SMB marketers, … Read more

Dear Metigy: How do I get started with Instagram Reels?

How do I get started with Instagram Reels?

Keeping your business top of mind online means keeping up with the latest trends. If you haven’t jumped on board yet with Instagram Reels, here is what you need to know for reel success (yep, we did that).  Short-form videos have proven quickly to be one of the most effective video content businesses can run … Read more

YouTube for Business: 5 rules for posting successful videos

YouTube for Business

As a small business, YouTube can be the perfect place to showcase your products or services. The long-form style of video that YouTube offers enables you to go into great detail about your business and how it can help the potential customers who are watching. YouTube seems like the perfect opportunity to grow your business … Read more

OK so what are some good examples of B-Roll footage?

OK so what are some good examples of B-Roll footage?

As we’ve already mentioned in our previous article, B-roll is powerful footage that can elevate your story and keep your audience engaged. When you find the right combination of face-to-camera shots, voice overlay and visuals in your story – you can achieve some magical results. What exactly is B-Roll? B-Roll footage, Broll or B roll … Read more

YouTube Shorts: How brands are using it (with examples)

YouTube Shorts

Are you creating YouTube Shorts yet? Did you know that videos between 15 – 60 seconds can help you reach a wider audience and grow your brand awareness? That’s the power of YouTube Shorts’ videos. It can transform your business. Here’s proof: In just two weeks, Brandon Baums went from 2,300 subscribers and 227,000 total … Read more

Dear Metigy: How do I set up a video studio at home?

How do I set up a video studio at home

When it comes to creating content, most small businesses go straight to the idea of producing high-quality videos with high-level equipment such as DSLR’s, stabilizers and lighting fixtures.  At this stage, investing in such professional equipment may not be necessary for your business journey. As a matter of fact, most small to medium businesses can … Read more