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5 Reasons Why Animation is Ideal For BusinessJanuary 2, 2023
Animated videos have been a popular medium for storytelling for over a century, and for…
The Best Explainer Video Company: Why Sharp Eye Animation RulesDecember 31, 2022
Since inception in 2012, Sharp Eye Animation has risen to become the best explainer video…
The impact of video on search engine optimization for product marketingDecember 30, 2022
It’s clear that video is one of the best tools in a product marketer’s tool…
Animation for Marketers: The 5 BEST BenefitsDecember 29, 2022
Animation isn’t just for kids. In fact animation for marketers has exploded in the last…
The 20 Best Types of Animation Styles (for Business & Beyond)December 28, 2022
Looking to bring your ideas to life using animation? If you’re wondering what types of…
5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Creating Explainer VideosDecember 26, 2022
Explainer videos are powerful, multi-use marketing tools that just about any business should be using.…
Why You Need to Work With an Experienced Animation CompanyDecember 25, 2022
As Sharp Eye Animation crossed our 10 year mark in 2022 🎉, we’ve been reflecting…
Storytelling is Key to a Great Explainer Video, Here are 3 Reasons WhyDecember 24, 2022
Storytelling has always been a primal part of the human experience. Thousands of years ago…
The 4 types of explainer videos (& when to use each one)December 23, 2022
Explainer videos are short, to-the-point videos that explain a product or service in typically between…
5 ways to measure the success of your explainer videoDecember 21, 2022
If you’ve ever made an explainer video before, you know that when done right they…
5 Tips for Making a Successful Explainer VideoDecember 21, 2022
An explainer video is a short animated video that explains a complex concept or product…
The Top 4 Types of Animated Training VideosDecember 19, 2022
Animated training videos have quickly become popular with companies looking for effective ways to teach…
How to Make Inclusive Video ContentDecember 18, 2022
Creating video content is a great way to keep audiences engaged while getting across your…
How to Use Animated Training Videos for Corporate TrainingDecember 15, 2022
Animated training videos are becoming an increasingly popular tool for corporate training, especially since the…
7 Things You May Not Know About Making Explainer VideosSeptember 5, 2020
The best explainer videos not only educate and entertain audiences, but they keep attention and…
10 Top Reasons Why Animation is Ideal for Corporate Training VideosAugust 9, 2020
On the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, a customer of ours needed to make a…
3 Top Ways Animated Law Firm Videos Drive New ProspectsJuly 11, 2020
You might think that animated videos are best for kids’ TV shows or video games,…
What is an Explainer Video?July 6, 2020
Anyone given the option to either read a text-heavy website or get the same info…
4 Reasons Why It’s The Best Time to Make Animated Marketing VideosMay 10, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced marketers to innovate, work with leaner budgets, and adjust to…
7 Best Tips For Making A Video: DIY Videos For BeginnersApril 17, 2020
With more people watching videos than ever before, having your own can boost your business…
15 Consumer Trends That Resulted From The CoronavirusApril 12, 2020
The Coronavirus has caused new stresses, new opportunities and new trends in people’s online behavior.…
Marketing in the Age of Coronavirus: In Tough Times it Pays To AdvertiseApril 11, 2020
“When times are good, you should advertise. When times are bad, you MUST advertise.” As…
The 6 BEST Tips To Make High-Performing Video AdsApril 11, 2020
The Sharp Eye Animation team has produced literally thousands of custom video ads for businesses…
Sharp Eye Animation Supporting the Coronavirus Relief FundMarch 28, 2020
Supporting the Coronavirus Relief Fund 25% of all new video profits to the Coronavirus Relief…
Videos You Should Never Make Yourself (& Ones You Should)February 18, 2020
4 Types of Videos You Should Never Make Yourself (& ones you should!) When it…
YouTube Ads: The Marketing Tool You Can’t IgnoreFebruary 4, 2020
YouTube Ads: The Marketing Tool You Can’t Ignore 12 reasons why YouTube Ads are one…
10 Best Tips for Making Law Firm Marketing VideosJanuary 23, 2020
10 Best Tips for Making Law Firm Marketing Videos These 10 simple tips will help…
The Perfect YouTube Video Length (According to YouTube)January 20, 2020
The Perfect YouTube Video Length (according to YouTube) YouTube Vice President of Engineering explains the…
22 YouTube Video Marketing Tips for StartupsJanuary 11, 2020
22 YouTube Video Marketing Tips for Startups Take your YouTube marketing game to the next…
Making Explainer Videos for Startups: The Ultimate Guide [2020]October 17, 2019
Making Explainer Videos For Your Startup Business: The Ultimate Guide [2020] The most comprehensive guide…
Sharp Eye Animation Wins Platinum Award at the 2019 MarCom AwardsOctober 15, 2019
Sharp Eye Animation Wins Back-to-Back at the 2019 MarCom Awards NEXD explainer video wins Platinum…
More Marketing Videos: 10 Best Reasons Why You Need Them [in 2020]October 13, 2019
10 Reasons Why You Need More Marketing Videos in 2020 2020 marks a new decade…
How to Get New Personal Injury ClientsApril 30, 2019
As today’s world becomes increasingly digital, sea change happens fast. Sometimes so fast that we…
The Best 30 Second Explainer VideosApril 22, 2019
As marketing teams shift from using video as a part of their marketing strategy to…
Law Firm Marketing’s Best-Kept Secret: Crush Competitors With One VideoMarch 20, 2019
Today’s most forward-thinking law firms know that dominating a market has much to do with…
What Is An Explainer Video (in 2020)?March 15, 2019
With video’s popularity exploding across industries today, the explainer video has become one of the…
Video Transcriptions For FREE: How to Instantly Make SRT TranscriptsFebruary 28, 2019
*The method below also works for .VTT and .SBV video transcription formats. These days promoting…
Coming Attractions: Machine Learning Is Here For The Video Marketing IndustryFebruary 28, 2019
If you aren’t working in the field of machine learning, you might think it sounds…
Best Attorney Video Advertisements of All TimeFebruary 21, 2019
Attorney video advertisements are one of the more critical components in your law firm’s marketing…
The Next Big Thing in Law Firm Marketing: Machine Learning Video AdsFebruary 17, 2019
If you’re an attorney and your law firm marketing team isn’t already using machine learning…
Attorney Video Marketing: 4 (Basic) Things to Consider Before StartingFebruary 15, 2019
Including video in your law firm’s overall marketing strategy is a must-do, but knowing exactly…
Sharp Eye Animation Offers Unlimited Video Content For One Monthly FeeJanuary 28, 2019
As video marketing continues to explode across industries, more businesses are looking to include video…
The Best Video Ads On YouTubeJanuary 18, 2019
2019 was quite a year across the globe, and in the video marketing space, things…
23 (Absolute) BEST Platforms to Share Your Marketing Videos (2020)January 10, 2019
Your website, YouTube and social media channels are most likely your go-to platforms when it…
7 Elements To A Kick-@S% Marketing VideoJanuary 10, 2019
People love stories. We all do. We connect with them. Stories allow us marketers to…
Video CTA: The Best Include These 4 ElementsJanuary 9, 2019
Typically, the purpose of video marketing is to convince your prospects or customers to buy…
5 Simple Steps To Making Effective Training Videos For EmployeesJanuary 9, 2019
If a picture is worth a thousand words a video must be worth a million.…
7 Best Platforms Your Law Firm Marketing Video Needs To Be OnJanuary 8, 2019
It’s awful when you invest in a great marketing video for your law firm but aren’t getting…
How to Find the Best YouTube Video TagsJanuary 6, 2019
YouTube video tags are one of the most critical components to getting your YouTube videos…
Why DIY Animated Video Tools Should Be Avoided (At All Costs)January 5, 2019
When setting off to make your first animated video, you typically have two options: Hire…
Everything You Need to Know About Making Animated Videos for YouTubeDecember 30, 2018
Businesses are making more videos each year since they can efficiently get mission-critical messages across…
15 Best Video Hosting Services in 2020December 19, 2018
From customizable video players that match your business’ brand to analytics powered by machine learning…
The 20 Best DIY Tools to Make Your Own Animated VideosDecember 15, 2018
If you have time and you’re willing to roll up your sleeves, these 20 tools…
3 Ways to Impact The Buyer’s Journey Using VideoDecember 11, 2018
A recent study by Google found that online shoppers often take different purchase journeys when buying products…
3 Deadly Traps to Avoid When Making a VideoDecember 2, 2018
More companies are using video to help drive sales, educate their workforce and build brand recognition. Consequently, it’s more important…
The Best Company Story Video…EverNovember 13, 2018
As the battle for ride-sharing dominance continues to evolve at break-neck speed, so does the…
Sharp Eye Animation Wins Gold at 2018 MarCom AwardsNovember 1, 2018
San Francisco, CA – November 1, 2018 The MarCom Awards, one of the largest and most-respected…
Explainer Video Script OutlineOctober 26, 2018
Making a great explainer video all comes down to having a great script. If you’ve never written…
The Best How to Videos You Need to WatchOctober 22, 2018
Video is changing how people buy products and services, with 96% of viewers finding video helpful when…
Kickstarter Game Videos’ Secret to SuccessOctober 19, 2018
It’s no secret that including video in your Kickstarter campaign will increase your chances for success. Kickstarter suggests…
Why a Product Video Should Be Part of Every Shopping ExperienceOctober 10, 2018
Remember when you were a teenager, looking to buy new shoes or a pair of…
10 Best Machine Learning Videos Of All TimeOctober 8, 2018
Looking for some video marketing inspiration for your next machine learning or artificial intelligence video?…
Video Script Writing: 7 Brilliant Online ResourcesOctober 5, 2018
Every time we chat with a potential client to discuss their explainer video project, the first point…
15 Reasons Why You Need a Crowdfunding VideoOctober 4, 2018
Crowdfunding has emerged as an effective way to test a market while gaining the financial…
Why Sharp Eye Animation?October 2, 2018
THE SHARP EYE ANIMATION DIFFERENCE Service Is Our Brand At Sharp Eye Animation, we don’t…
Holiday Emails and Animated VideosSeptember 29, 2018
Ah the holidays. A time for Cyber Monday specials and Black Friday offers. Also a…
What is Bitcoin?September 25, 2018
Before 2011, few people had any idea what Bitcoin was. Not only that, but the…
Corporate Training VideosSeptember 23, 2018
“Employees are a company’s greatest asset – they’re your competitive advantage. You want to attract…
Explainer Video Turn Around TimeSeptember 19, 2018
As attention spans continue to shrink with the growth of ever-increasing online distractions, more businesses…
Crowdfunding Explainer Video: The Ultimate GuideSeptember 7, 2018
The Ultimate Guide to Crowdfunding Explainer Videos Welcome! Here you’ll find everything you need to…
Enhanced Content for Ecommerce and RetailAugust 28, 2018
With Amazon, eBay, Walmart and other large Ecommerce giants battling for online dollars, brands selling…
Crowdfunding Video ProductionAugust 27, 2018
Attention spans getting shorter everyday. They’re currently at 8 seconds and tied with a goldfish’s. Having…
Cryptocurrency Videos and AnimationAugust 20, 2018
Cryptocurrency, the digital currency using cryptography to secure and verify transactions, has become one the…
Exploding Kittens VideoAugust 6, 2018
Since its birth, animation has evolved to become a tool used by everyone from Fortune…
YouTube Metadata BasicsJuly 30, 2018
YouTube videos are a key part of Google search results. In fact top ranking YouTube…
YouTube Video OptimizationJuly 17, 2018
YouTube is no doubt a force to be reckoned with, and chances are that regardless…
Animated Law VideosMay 17, 2018
As an attorney, chances are you’re always on the hunt for new clients. Traditionally…
Crowdfunding Videos and SEOApril 26, 2018
Everyone at some point has thought about starting a business and bringing a great idea…
Integrated Marketing Extends the Life of Your Custom Animated VideoMarch 9, 2018
Many businesses use video to help get their important messages across to audiences in a…
Customer Success: Athena SoftwareNovember 26, 2017
Video’s popularity has seen some serious growth over the last several years, and this trend continues…
Why Should I Have Multiple Versions of My Video?June 10, 2017
If you’ve kept up with video marketing over the last 5 or so years, you…
Making the animated videoSeptember 7, 2015
We’re thrilled to learn that our friends at RepairShopr loved working with us so much…
Three Considerations When Setting Out To Produce Your First Animated VideoMay 25, 2015
If you’ve never produced an animated video for your business, you may not know where…
Custom Products and Animation Together in HarmonyFebruary 12, 2015
If you sell customized products where customers go through a potentially frustrating checkout process, you’re…
Unlike Other Custom Animated Video StudiosFebruary 3, 2015
While to us these seem like no-brainers, we have a variety of differentiators that separate us from…
What Video Marketing Can Do For eBusinessJanuary 11, 2015
As our lives become increasingly more complex and busy, using video to sell a product…
Why Animated Video?November 26, 2014
People prefer to watch an animated video over reading, which to some is actually like…
What To Look For In A Video Production CompanyNovember 18, 2014
If you were to Google some variation of the question “Who are the top animated…
3 Ways Custom Animated Videos Increase Awareness and SalesNovember 10, 2014
Custom videos are powerful marketing tools that help you to stand out from the crowd.…