TALKING BUSINESS CARDS
Talking Business Cards are the new standard in introducing yourself through video on your business card. This is a great way to maximize your message and make a great first impression with your potential clients. The combination of stills, video and audio showcase you and your business in a short presentation.
Why show just a logo when you can showcase your personality?
Check out some of our Talking Business Card samples and call us to help you connect with your clients on a new level.
Download the free “LivePortrait” App; use it on our business card image to the left to see it in action.
FAQ:
This is a great idea! How do I get one?
First we decide which style works best for your needs. They all include a video intro and the body of the card is your voice with still images showing your service or product. The end can be video or a still image. Write your script or we can help you with this. We recommend that you practice your lines before the video session, though it gets better once you practice in front of the camera and lights. At this time we will need the images or videos to be included on your Talking Business Card. If you do not have this content, we can talk about pricing to create the content for you. We will also need a high quality logo in either PNG, EPS, JPG or TIF format.
How It Works
When your Talking Business Card is finished, you can embed it as a signature in your email, add it to your website, share it on social media or simply send the link. Once the Talking Business Card has played, the viewer has the option of adding you as a contact or calling you (if they are viewing it on their phone), or sending you an email, visiting your website or replaying your Talking Business Card for others.
How Long Will It Take
Business portrait session usually take about 20 minutes, but can take 45 minutes to pick your favorite and retouch and enhance. The filming session takes approximately an hour in the studio, between refining the script and testing audio and practicing delivery until you are happy. It doesn’t work to rush, so allow 90 minutes
Professional Hositng and LivePortrait sharing
LivePortrait is the hot new technology that allows you to share your Talking Business Cards because they play direct on the paper card with the use of your smartphone or tablet. Just have the client download the free LivePortait app and they can instantly see your card come to life. The wow-factor is worth it and the first 3 years of hosting are included when we create your Talking Business Card.
Action buttons at the end of your Talking Business card wil allow your client to keep in touch with you via your website or your phone number!
Costs
Talking Business Cards start at $475, and include a new business portrait file for web and promotion, and 3 years of hosting your Talking Business Card on LivePortrait with access to all stats. We will photograph and film you in our studio and coach you to get the best possible energy and confidence in your delivery. You may give us up to 7 images and short video clips to insert in your card, or hire us to create new content. Some clients opt to film on a different day though, using the first session for still photos and prepping for the Talking Business Card, with details on what to bring for the video session. Custom Cards are also available and require on location shooting as well as creative video illustration. Please ask us for a quote- we encourage creativity and innovative ideas!
Talking Business Card Styles and Formats
Business Portrait $135 (required with any Talking Business Card)
Personality Card: $350 (talking head shot, no images, one personality video clip)
Impact Image Card: $490 (intro and call to action show subject, with some images or videos in center)
Double Impact: $450 (for two people)
Presenter Card: $500 (show you talking throughout and has text in video)
Storyboard Card: $600 and up – Ask us for a quote. (includes video and stills to illustrate your script and more detailed presentation) There are a wide variety of options, so this option is quoted upon request based on your project.
Tips on filming your Talking Business Card:
Keep it brief. This is not a commercial or an infomercial, but a form of introduction to your potential client to not only see who you are, but they also get to know you. Practice your lines, it’s not just the words, it’s how you say it. Practice with enthusiasm! Let them know you care. Stay calm. So you’ve practiced your lines and it sounds great, but when you get in front of the camera, the butterflies start fluttering. Relax, it happens to everyone! We take it in small bites, some of which you can probably read off your script. Smile! We try to make this as fun as possible! In the end, we make you look great, and the finished piece is polished and professional! Trust us – we know this is your business image and we handle it with care!
