Alumni Relations
Ready to play the long game?
Of all people, alumni are some of the most likely to become superfans of your institution. They don’t need any hand-holding to understand what you do and why it matters; they lived it. Often, you represent some of most formative events of their lives. This makes them a diverse, continually growing, personally-motivated source of support.
In theory, anyway.
The challenge you face with alumni is that life moves on. Memories fade and lose their intensity. If you want to keep this relationship alive, you’re going to have to put in work in the present, not just coast on what happened in the past.
Recommended videos
Video Yearbook
Send your new graduates off with a highlight reel of the best moments from your time together. Not only is this a great goodbye present, it’s something nostalgic they can return to whenever they want. You can even post it yourself in a few years, giving them an unexpected treat.
From $5,000*
Timeline of 3 to 5 weeks**
Reflection Video
Take alumni on a little nostalgia trip with a montage of their peers reminiscing about what they learned from your institution and what they miss most. Sharing memories is a powerful experience, both for the people in the video and everyone watching at home.
From $5,500*
Timeline of 3 to 5 weeks**
Honoree Film
Successful alumni are your living legacy. They show the value of the foundation you provide, and encourage others to stay involved with you now. (learn more...)
$4,000 to $6,000 on average*
Timeline of 2 to 3 weeks**
Fundraising Film
Once you know the relationship is strong, it’s okay to ask alumni to chip in once in a while. Since they know this is a two-way street, they won’t feel used by the ask. In fact, with the right project, they’ll be happy to help out, both for their own benefit and to support the next generation.
$5,500 to $9,500 on average*
Timeline of 3 to 5 weeks**
Holiday Greeting
A fun video takes holiday greetings to the next level, connecting with alumni not as an institution but as a collection of people they know and miss.
From $3,500*
Timeline of 2 to 3 weeks**
Invitation Film
When you schedule gatherings and reunions, including a video invitation makes the whole thing so much more personal and relevant.
From $3,500
Timeline of 2 to 3 weeks
*Estimates are provided to help you price out your project, but they aren’t a perfect guarantee. Every project is different; I’ll need to talk specifics with you to give you a personalized number. Price doesn’t include the cost of travel outside Israel, but I’m able to offer pretty good rates, especially to the East Coast, USA.
**Estimated timeline is a calculation from the start of the project. If I’m fully booked, there may be a delay before can start working together. I run a small team, so it’s best to get in touch a few months before you need your videos. Once I have a contract and down payment, I’ll hold your spot.
“We craft every minute of every activity so as to provide a unique and meaningful experience, and a light bulb went off when Josh challenged us and said, “why aren’t you doing that exact same thing for the video?” He helped us understand not only how to produce a better video, but really about the mission and core values of our organization.”
Rabbi Ben Gonsher, Chief Relationship Officer, NCSY
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FAQs
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The prices listed on the website are broadly accurate in most cases. When increased costs do come up, they're primarily a matter of complexity. If your video calls for elaborate planning or logistics, extra production days or editing, that will bump the numbers up. Beyond that, there are add-ons, like advanced motion graphics or custom soundtracks, that can raise the cost.
Before any work starts, I'll provide you with a final price quote and get your approval. If you have any late requests or want to make changes after that point, I'll let you know what kind of extra costs would be involved and once again get the go-ahead before moving forward.
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It really depends on the specifics, but the answer to this is almost always yes. When I’m able to plan all videos at the same time, I’m able to combine some efforts to keep costs lower, and of course pass those savings on to you.
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I’m primarily based in Israel, but do about half my work in the USA. Believe it or not, I’m able to offer competitive pricing, even with the cost of travel.
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It’s always best to reach out as early as possible to make sure that I won’t be booked for another project right when you need me most.
As for the actual project length, that depends on your exact requirements: How many videos are we talking about? How elaborate will they be? Will you need a couple of weeks to share a draft with your board/team and get their feedback?
Taking all the various factors into account, I can tell you that for the average project, it makes sense to get in touch at least 3 months before you need the final draft ready to go.
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I normally provide finished videos formatted for social media (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, etc). If you have any specific requirements, please let me know.
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Maybe! Send it over and I’ll see if it makes sense to include it. Just know that it’s best to get these files to me as early in the process as possible so I can plan around them. I recommend WeTransfer.com for sending small files and Dropbox.com for larger ones.
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That’s mostly up to you. At minimum, I’ll need to conduct an initial discussion or have you fill out a questionnaire to make sure I understand your needs. I’ll also need some practical help to make sure filming goes smoothly. Finally, at key stages, I’ll make sure to check in and get your okay before I proceed. Beyond that, you can have as much or as little input as you’re comfortable with.
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I'm here to take the technical and creative work off your hands. When it comes to logistics, however, especially when to film and where, the ball is often in your court.
If there are materials I need to make the video (branding guide, logo, any copy you’d like to include, URLs, etc.), I’ll be relying on you to share them upfront to avoid delays or confusion. Same goes for instances when I request more information or approval to move forward.
In my experience, it’s easier to pull this off when you appoint one contact person instead of having a group or board directly involved.
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After I deliver a first draft, you can send over any feedback you have. I’ll update the draft and send it back to you, giving you one more chance to respond. After that, if you have any further changes to request, you’ll be billed at an hourly rate for the additional work. 98% of projects are completed within two rounds, so I wouldn’t worry too much about additional costs.
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First off, let me reassure you that this is highly unlikely. I make sure to get your approval at each stage, so I’m typically able to resolve any issues long before the video is complete. I’ve produced thousands of videos and have only gotten this kind of response a handful of times; in those cases, I was responsive to the feedback and committed to fixing the problem and leaving those clients satisfied.
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I handle rush projects all the time. Please get in touch and I’ll see what I can do.