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Video intro for youtube— video intro ideas

A video intro, also called a “stinger” or simply an “intro” is an animated, energetic, and entertaining way of introducing your podcast, show, video or presentation. Think of every cool TV show or movie. Maybe a podcast, or online video. Most of them have really cool intros created. With a simple (but thought out) creative direction and graphical layout they’re pretty easy to produce.

A video intro, also called a “stinger” or simply an “intro” is  an animated, energetic, and entertaining way of introducing your podcast, show, video or presentation. Think of every cool TV show or movie. Maybe a podcast, or online video. Most of them have really cool intros created. With a simple (but thought out) creative direction and graphical layout they’re pretty easy to produce. 

Here are a few simple power tips on video intros:

1. Think brand. Logo, color, fonts, style. Make that the main ingredient.

2. Quality & Impact. Think of your audience and what they’ll find interesting. Hit the “cool” factor! you want to wow and entice!

3. Short and sweet. Make it simple. Make it strong.

Software? You’ll mostly need things like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects. Final Cut Pro, Quicktime, Audition, Audacity, Premiere. Also, access to audio (music tracks), sound effects, and sometimes voice over talent. I like to make them myself, or hire out talent. You can also find sources online as well.

Of course, hiring creative groups like what I do help make it faster and easier. I believe in simplicity and providing creative at an honest and reasonable cost to get you on the right path. But don’t skimp! Create excellence, and you get better results.

Video Stinger Sample for podcast, video and more!
Easy to create, simple to produce. 
Contact me to get one started!
todd@mitchellcreativegroup.com
https://www.mitchellcreativegroup.com

Here are some sample intros:

https://youtu.be/fh9D45MHBS4

https://youtu.be/n43Y7ISCPRQ

https://youtu.be/F4d72wsI4RY

https://youtu.be/Q07xtGi23hk

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