Video has always been a popular form of entertainment. Since the invention of television in 1927 to today’s diverse video distribution and consumption methods that include television, mobile, and computers, through programs such as YouTube, Snapchat, Vimeo, Periscope, Instagram or Facebook. Consumers consume video everywhere. An estimated 75 million people in the United States watch a video every day, and there is seemingly no sign of video consumption abating.

Consumers turn to video for a multitude of reasons; for entertainment or amusement, education, relaxation or social knowledge. Videos provide powerful emotional connections and a visual form of communication. They are easily digestible, convenient, efficient and instantly shareable. An increasing prevalence of video usage over image and text is owing to its more engaging nature. For example, Facebook pages demonstrate a 33% increase in engagement with the use of video, and embedded videos can increase traffic by up to 55%.

The application of video is almost limitless. Video services facilitate the creation of television programs, commercials, event coverage, product demos, education, training tools, music videos, blogging (video blogging), online marketing content, live streaming, special interest home videos and much more.

Video services is a broad term that encompasses a wide variety of tasks involved in the production of video, tv or film. Professional video services can include concept development, videography (creating video by capturing and editing video), production, sounding recording, and post-production tasks such as visual effects, audio, and mastering.

A skilled video services provider will effectively manipulate raw video footage, graphics, music, and sound, to create a compelling video for your business.

What can video do for your business?

The showcase of a product of service

Informing interested parties about your company

Distribution across multiple platforms

Enhance web traffic and sales performance

Provide an opportunity for viral distribution

Video service providers are skilled in a range of video editing software including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Autodesk Flame, Autodesk Smoke or Corel Visual Studio among others.

Hiring a video production professional is simple using the services of Freelancer.com. Locate a specialist adept in filming, animation, video editing and production, and experienced in creating everything from commercials to online educational videos. With over 19 million users, you'll find the perfect freelancer in no-time! On a budget? No problem, the beauty of hiring a freelancer on an ad-hoc basis, as opposed to full-time is that it's cost effective. You can save your business the big bucks, by hiring a freelancer.

Securing a contractor through Freelancer’s community is simple. Post a project (with a detailed project description), and you'll start receiving bids within minutes from interested parties who are available to start working immediately. Alternatively, browse the freelancer directory of video professionals, and hire the directly from their profiles. Select your preferred applicant after reviewing their historical performance, work history and project pitch. Engage directly in live chat for further information if required.