Case Study: Bede Gaming Video Production

Client: Bede Gaming
Agency: Turps Film
Mission: Create brilliant recruitment content that showcases Bede Gaming’s fantastic culture and career opportunities, making job seekers sit up and take notice.

Project Scope

  • Outputs:
    • 1 Culture Video (2-4 minutes)
    • 3 Snappy Case Studies (up to 60 seconds each)
    • Extra social content for good measure

Key Objectives

  • Collaborative Vibes: Highlight how the Bede team works from the office, home, or anywhere.
  • Tech Leaders: Show Bede Gaming’s tech innovation prowess.
  • Passion Central: Capture the team’s energy and pioneering spirit.
  • Career Bliss: Prove that working at Bede is incredibly fulfilling.
  • Climbing the Ladder: Highlight the top-notch career advancement opportunities.
  • Be You: Promote the mantra of being your best self at Bede.

Filming and Production

Interview Style:

  • In-Person Chats: Newcastle-based team members share their roles, experiences, and why Bede Gaming is a great place to work.
  • Zoom Calls: Insights from Canada and Bulgaria to show Bede’s global footprint.

Filming Schedule:

  • Day 1: Grab B-roll of office life.
  • Day 2-3: In-person interviews and B-roll.
  • Day 4: Zoom interviews with the international crew.

Creative Approach

Look and Feel:

  • Sleek but not stuffy—think relaxed and confident.
  • Quick cuts and dynamic shots in true Turps Film style.
  • Mix of staged setups, candid office culture shots, and self-shot footage from staff.
  • High-level production using colouramas to create a unique behind-the-scenes aesthetic.
  • Integrate elements of the office environment, lighting rigs, and even the camera crew to give an authentic and engaging feel.

Key Messaging:

  • Use visual and spoken word to drive key USPs.
  • Emphasise collaborative working, tech prowess, team passion, and career satisfaction.

Post-Production

Culture Video:

  • Content: Blend interviews, B-roll, and office antics. Personal stories meet slick visuals to make Bede irresistible.

Case Studies:

  • Content: Personal tales highlighting unique career journeys and experiences at Bede Gaming.

Social Content:

  • Content: Bite-sized clips for social media to keep the buzz going.

Interview Highlights

For All Interviewees:

  • Share inside jokes and favourite competitions, like the dog photo contest and Christmas desk decorating battles.
  • Talk about social events, showcasing the fun side of Bede life.

Case Study Nuggets:

  • Ice Breaker: Background, school days, and first impressions of Bede Gaming.
  • Current Role: Daily grind, challenges, and the sweet personal and professional growth.
  • Company Culture: Team spirit, collaboration, and why Bede feels like home.
  • Future Message: Tips for newbies and how to climb the career ladder at Bede.

Persona-Specific Insights:

  • Product/Project Managers: Lead with innovation, client collaboration, and team mojo.
  • Engineers: Cutting-edge tech, team support, and rock-solid development standards.
  • App Support Engineers: Hands-on learning, problem-solving, and the all-for-one team vibe.

High-Level Production

To make these videos pop, we went all out with our production techniques:

  • Coloramas: Used an array of coloramas to create a striking aesthetic.
  • Office Integration: Incorporated bits of the office environment to keep it real and relatable.
  • Lighting Rigs: Deployed visible lighting rigs in-frame to deliver a unique look whilst ensuring everyone looked their best, adding depth and dimension to the shots.
  • Camera Crew Cameos: Even let the camera crew sneak into a few shots to give that authentic, behind-the-scenes vibe.

Conclusion

The Bede Gaming project was about creating recruitment content that packs a punch, showcasing the company’s vibrant culture and career perks. With a blend of in-person and remote interviews, snappy B-roll, and compelling narratives, Turps Film, put Bede Gaming on the map as the go-to employer in tech. High-level production techniques ensured the content was not just engaging but visually stunning. This project proves that Turps Film can deliver top-notch video production; whether you’re in Newcastle Upon Tyne, the UK or Bulgaria, we make content that hits the mark and gets people talking.

For your next culture video or recruitment video project, Turps Film is the partner you need to make an impact. Contact Us today!