FAQs

Typically, we spend a week in pre-production, a few days in production, followed by a week or two in post-production. There are a lot of factors that can affect this schedule, but the most important factor to us is YOUR deadline. We’ll work closely with you during the process to make certain we’re on track with your target end date. Let’s talk about your specific project and come up with a realistic schedule that won’t sacrifice quality.

The video production process is divided into three main parts: pre-production, production, and post-production.

Pre-production is where all the planning takes place. This includes initial discussions with a client to determine what message they are trying to deliver, who their audience is, and what they want the result to be. With budget considerations and other limitations in mind, the next step is to develop a script to make this happen. Once the script is written and approved, we audition and hire talent, secure shooting locations, arrange for special equipment, make travel arrangements, determine the appropriate crew, get props, and do anything else that needs to be done before we begin shooting. 

The Production phase is when the entirety of filming takes place for the project. On production days, our team of professionals immediately gets to shooting. Depending on the production, a crew may consist of the producer, director, director of photography, camera operator, audio engineer, lighting technician, make-up artist, grip, gaffer, production assistant, and more. The crew may use any combination of various camera equipment, microphones, lighting, monitors, dolly tracks, jibs, teleprompters, drones, and more to secure the perfect shots.

After the shooting is done, the next phase is Post-Production. This is the process during which everything comes together. The post-production step includes editing, recording narration, creating graphics, color correction, selecting music, and adding visual or sound effects. Once the video is complete, we prepare it for final delivery. We deliver it as an easy-to-open shareable file so our clients can broadcast it to the world.

Having a good script is critical to the success of any video project. At Avalanche Studios, we prefer to write scripts based on the talking points provided to us by our clients. We can then organize the material into a logical order and present it most effectively and comprehensively. We pride ourselves in taking complex ideas and information and making them easy to understand for the average viewer. Our goal is to make sure the client ends up with the very best script possible which will result in the most effective video production.

About 90% of everything we shoot is on location. Avalanche Studios also has an insert stage for shooting interviews, product shots, green screens, and other small productions. Depending on the needs of the project, we can shoot in our studio, on location, or wherever the project requires.

Many scenes can be shot using your company’s employees, friends, neighbors, or others who may work for free. However, if your project requires anyone to speak or do extensive acting, we recommend using professional talent. For example, a testimonial video can use real people rather than paid talent, but an on-camera spokesperson who delivers major dialogue can oftentimes benefit from professional training. Either way, we’ll chat with you about your vision and give you our perspective based on decades of working on a variety of film projects.

¡Sí, hablamos Español! Some of our staff are fluent in Spanish, and the rest of us know enough to function. We have even produced projects in Portuguese, Japanese, French, German, Chinese and more. Avalanche Studios is passionate about serving clients with non-English speaking audiences, and we’ll help you communicate your message clearly, no matter the language.

Yes, you can. Although most clients prefer to review files online, all clients are welcome to come to our studio and sit with our editors during the post-production phase. We try to make each edit bay as comfortable as possible for our clients with a cushy sofa, cold beverages, snacks, lunch, and, best of all, WiFi. Some clients would rather just check in once in a while, review the progress, give us direction or notes, and then take off. Whatever your style is, you are always welcome to hang out with us while we make your video.

Many people have camcorders and editing software, but there are some things you need to leave to the pros. At Avalanche Studios, we have a staff of award-winning, talented, and really, really cool producers and editors who do this stuff day in and day out. Plus, we have high-end video cameras, editing bays, and production facilities to get the job done right. When making something as important to your company as a marketing video, product demonstration, or commercial that will be seen by the masses, you need to put your absolute best foot forward. Let us help you elevate your video production with top-notch resources and experienced team members. 

The producers at Avalanche Studios have been around since 1992. We have produced thousands of projects for our clients. Our crews have shot all over the United States, Europe, and more. Over the years, we’ve worked on critical projects such as behind-the-scenes of HBO’s hit show “Westworld,” countless advertisements for corporations such as Comcast, and we’ve even partnered with NBA players and renowned directors. Other trusted brands such as America First Credit Union, Utah.com, Salt Lake International Airport, and KSL have also collaborated with Avalanche Studios to create entertaining advertisements, promotional material, and product demonstrations. The bottom line is that we’ve been around the block a few times and we’re prepared to handle any project or shooting situation.

Avalanche Studios is fully licensed in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, and is registered with the Utah Division of Commerce. Avalanche also carries full business liability insurance and appropriate Worker’s Compensation Insurance. Should your project require it, we can provide the necessary certificates demonstrating full proof of insurance.