The Marketers Video Project Checklist

Video production can seem complex, but with the right partner, it becomes a straightforward, rewarding process. This guide demystifies each step, showing how The Bakery handles the heavy lifting while keeping you involved in key decisions.

Whether you’re creating a brand story, product explainer, or campaign content, this checklist ensures we work efficiently to produce high-quality videos that meet your goals.

1. Creative Development

From Concept to Captured Reality

This is where ideas come to life. We handle all aspects of production, ensuring your video is professionally executed and aligned with your brand.

Pre-Production

  • Scripting
    We craft scripts that tell your story effectively and align with your brand voice.

  • Storyboarding
    A visual plan outlining each shot, ensuring alignment on the creative vision before filming begins.

  • Licensing and Permissions
    We secure necessary rights, from location permits to talent agreements and stock footage licensing.

  • Cast and Crew Management
    We source and coordinate the best talent and crew to bring your project to life.

Production

  • On-Set Production and Direction
    Our team manages every detail on set, from lighting and sound to directing talent, ensuring a smooth shoot.

  • Asset Management and Security
    We securely handle all footage to maintain its integrity and protect your investment.

Post-Production

  • Editing and Visual Effects (GFX)
    Our editors bring your story to life, incorporating transitions, animations, and graphics.

  • Colour Grading
    We enhance the look and feel of your video to ensure visual consistency and impact.

  • Sound Design and Mixing
    From music and sound effects to dialogue clarity, we ensure the audio is pitch-perfect.

Your Role:

  • Provide a clear brief outlining your goals and target audience.

  • Share any relevant brand guidelines or previous campaign materials.

  • Offer timely feedback on concepts, scripts, and storyboards to keep the project on track.

2. Production

Laying the Foundation for Success

Creative development is where strategy meets storytelling. Our team will develop concepts that not only align with your brand but are also designed to engage your target audience on the platforms that matter most.

What We’ll Do:

  • Brand and Market Research
    We dive deep into your brand, target market, and competitors to create a strong strategic foundation.

  • Creative Solution Ideation
    We’ll propose several creative directions, each tailored to your objectives and audience.

  • Deployment Platform Optimisation
    Every platform has unique requirements. We’ll tailor the content format, tone, and messaging accordingly.

  • Content Ecosystem Mapping
    We'll identify how each video fits within your broader marketing efforts, ensuring cohesion and maximum impact.

Your Role:

  • Provide a clear brief outlining your goals and target audience.

  • Share any relevant brand guidelines or previous campaign materials.

  • Offer timely feedback on concepts, scripts, and storyboards to keep the project on track.

3. Deployment Support

Laying the Foundation for Success

Creative development is where strategy meets storytelling. Our team will develop concepts that not only align with your brand but are also designed to engage your target audience on the platforms that matter most.

What We’ll Do:

  • Brand and Market Research
    We dive deep into your brand, target market, and competitors to create a strong strategic foundation.

  • Creative Solution Ideation
    We’ll propose several creative directions, each tailored to your objectives and audience.

  • Deployment Platform Optimisation
    Every platform has unique requirements. We’ll tailor the content format, tone, and messaging accordingly.

  • Content Ecosystem Mapping
    We'll identify how each video fits within your broader marketing efforts, ensuring cohesion and maximum impact.

Your Role:

  • Provide a clear brief outlining your goals and target audience.

  • Share any relevant brand guidelines or previous campaign materials.

  • Offer timely feedback on concepts, scripts, and storyboards to keep the project on track.