Virtual Studios, why make one when I can fake one?

24 01 2009

In 2008 I made a number of presenter led videos using a custom built Virtual Studio.  Using this technique really adds a wow-factor and production value to potentially dull content and allows me to add animated elements in-front, behind or even around the chroma-keyed presenter. It also looks expensive but using my template it can be quick and give lots of bangs for bucks. Here are a few examples.

VR Studio demo made for Focus TV to demonstrate their studio facilities in Southampton

HP Storageworks RDX Presenter led video

The trouble with tech-products is that they’re often just grey boxes so how do you make them exciting? Using a talented presenter adds an element of engagement to the products. This sequence was shot in a green studio, the VR studio and video wall etc are added in post-production.
Timescale: 3.5 weeks

Smartflow Finance – Module 2 of 4

Wowmedia suggested a dynamic VR studio treatment for this video adding significant production value and interest to the content whilst working within a tight timescale and budget. Working closely with their client communications agency ‘Be a Tiger’, Wowmedia designed, directed & post-produced four modules totalling 15 minutes. This is module 2 of 4.
Timescale: 5 weeks for all modules.

Shooting the video at Fleetwood Films Studio near Basingstoke.

filming at Fleetwood Films Studio near Basingstoke