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Creative Brief: Severe Weather
Keyword Code: WEATHERP5BRIEF
Capturing severe weather can add content to your collection that translates to a gift that keeps giving. Weather is a primary subject category that always needs updating, both in real time and in time-lapse. In addition, this subject can be adapted into nearly all of Pond5’s media types.
Shot-List Thought-Starters
• Rain Storm
• Lighting Storm
• Rainclouds
• Hurricanes
• Tornados
• Snow Blizzards
• Snowfall
• Wind Gusts
Suggested Keywords: Power, Nature, Severe, Dramatic, Climate Change, Extreme Weather, Natural Phenomenon
Typical Users: Entertainment Industries, News and Current Event Programming, Documentary and Feature Films, Television Drama Series, Insurance Companies
Lightning Flashes in Storm Clouds by SGASgtTank
Before You Shoot:
• Please check what content already exists in the Pond5 marketplace
• Think about a visual approach that will result in new and fresh footage
Submission Checklist:
• Remember to tag your clips with the keyword code: WEATHERP5BRIEF
• Have all property and model releases filled out and submitted
• No logos or brands may be visible in any of the clips
• Don’t forget to add any applicable conceptual keywords
Top image: Lightning Storm Over the Ocean by MintImages
Creative Brief: Data Centers
Keyword Code: DATACTRP5BRIEF
Obtaining access and capturing footage at a data center is well worth the investment and effort. Data centers are an immensely popular search from our clients, and if the shot is well executed, it can be quite lucrative.
Shot-List Thought-Starters
• Data center, no people; LS shot down long corridor with servers on either side
• Stylized tracking moves with and without talent
• Portraits
• Technician working on laptop or tablet
• CU endless wires coming out of backs of machines
• Technicians trying to solve a server malfunction
Suggested Keywords: Computer Network, Storage, Information, Connectivity, Server Room, Intelligence, Data Processor, Communication, Romance
Typical Users: Tech Services, Communications Industry, Financial and Investment Institutions
Pro-Tip: Capturing the data center without having to cast talent can be just as important.
Casting Considerations: If you choose to cast for this shoot, gender and race diversity will be key. Authenticity and diversity will play an important role in the success of your shoot. If you get the opportunity to shoot real technicians, take it.
Before You Shoot:
• Please check what content already exists in the Pond5 marketplace
• Think about a visual approach that will result in new and fresh footage
Submission Checklist:
• Remember to tag your clips with the keyword code: DATACTRP5BRIEF
• Have all property and model releases filled out and submitted
• No logos or brands may be visible in any of the clips
• Don’t forget to add any applicable conceptual keywords
Top image: Red Glowing Panels in Dark Server Room by caiapond5
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