Open House

Open house season is overwhelming for students, a blur of options.

Research shows that within one hour after a presentation, people forget an average of 50% of it; within 24 hours, the number is 70%, and at a week, it’s 90%.

How can you fight back?

First, with a strong message that cuts through the noise to speak to your ideal students. And second, with smart repetition that hammers the point home so it really sticks.

Recommended Videos

 

Build anticipation

Get a head start on introducing yourself with an invitation video. Make it warm, make it fun, and students will start to look forward to your event – and pay closer attention to your presentation when it happens.

$4,500 to $8,500 on average*

Timeline of 2 to 4 weeks**

Excite them

Set the right tone right from the get-go. Open the event with this short, polished, fast-paced video and you’ll impress the crowd, get them excited, and let them know what they should be focusing on as the day goes on.

$6,500 to $10,500 on average*

Timeline of 3 to 5 weeks**

Lock in your impression

A day full of speeches, sample classes, and Q&As – that’s a lot for anyone to absorb. By closing with a recap video, you reinforce the main points and ensure that after everything they’ve seen, the takeaway is crystal clear.

$7,000 to $12,000 on average*

Timeline of 4 to 6 weeks**

Make the ask in style

By the time you invite prospects to apply, months may have passed since the open house. Now it’s time to reconnect and rebuild excitement, reminding prospects of why they were interested just in time for them to act on it.

$2,000 to $4,000 on average*

Timeline of 1 to 2 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.

“Serio Films understands our mission and goals; other companies don’t have the same clarity. They are organized, dependable, honest, and creative and are able to turn an idea into magic. The product is truly unique!”

Daniella Weprin, Director of Admissions, Kohelet Yeshiva High School

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FAQs

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • I normally provide finished videos formatted for social media (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, etc). If you have any specific requirements, please let me know.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • I handle rush projects all the time. Please get in touch and I’ll see what I can do.

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