Featured Video Marketing Project

Zosi

THE CHALLENGETo create a compelling brand that elevate market presence, connect with a broader audience and drive engagement. The goal was to move beyond a simple product showcase and build an emotional connection by highlighting Zosi's power of training efficiency to free up valuable time.

THE SOLUTION
Three cinematic 1-minute brand videos designed for a multi-platform digital campaign. The final products are narrative-driven pieces that tell powerful stories, blending authentic human moments with sweeping, scenic visuals to create a memorable and impactful brand experience.
MESSAGING
Zosi makes training and certification easier, while freeing up time to spend doing the things you enjoy, with the people you love.


CONCEPTING & STRATEGY 🧠The project began with a series of collaborative discovery sessions to define the core message and strategic goals. We established the target audience, the desired emotional takeaway and a clear call to action.This phase focused on answering the big questions: What story are we telling, who are we telling it to, and what do we want them to feel and do afterward? We developed a comprehensive creative brief that would serve as our guiding document throughout the entire production process.THEME CONSIDERATIONS• Contrast confusing and stressful work life before Zosi with a more balanced, enjoyable life.
• Highlight personal time with hobbies, family, friends.
• Express strong statements of positivity, support.


STORYBOARDING & PRE-PRODUCTION ✍️With a solid concept in place, we moved to the critical storyboarding phase, translating the narrative concept into a visual blueprint. Every scene was sketched out to establish composition, character placement and action.We developed a detailed shot list, outlining specific camera angles, lens choices and camera movements to ensure a dynamic and cinematic feel. The script for the voice-over narration was finalized and timed to the visual flow of the storyboard.This pre-production stage was essential for aligning all stakeholders on a unified creative vision and for meticulously planning the complex logistics of the upcoming shoot.


SHOOTING & PRODUCTION 🎬The production phase was a complex logistical operation spanning six diverse locations, including the dynamic environment of a working food production facility and the vast, scenic backdrop of a Texas Hill Country ranch.The shoot involved a large crew and a talented cast of 10 principal actors and numerous extras.We navigated the unique challenges of each location, from adhering to strict safety protocols in the production facility to hiring a fishing guide to teach a primary actor how to fly fish, in order to capture authentic performances and visually stunning footage.


THE RESULTSCAMPAIGN LINKS
Marketing Campaign Landing Page
Zosi Product Announcement

PRODUCT PAGE
Zosi Learning
note: Extensive User Interface work on the Zosi learning platform can be seen under Art Direction / Style Guide Development.



CAST & CREWDirector: Steve Richey (Me)
Creative Director: Josh Cunningham
eCommerce Manager: Paul Dempsey
Writer / Showrunner: Irene Monokandilos
Production Manager: Emma Mosshart-Keel
Stills Photographer: Eric Ysasi
Field Audio: Shelley Brock
Drone Videographer: Andrew Barrera
Graphic Design: Nick Wheat
Editor / Motion Graphics: Steve Richey (Me)
Storyboard Artist: Fabian Puente
Makeup Artist: Becky Joyce
HAACP Actor: Rey Washam
Training Actor: Brandie Riggs
Safety Actor: Derrick Edmonds

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