Every story has an author. Every author has a story.
The Agency at Brown Books wants to help you tell your story to the world. You ve done the hard work of writing your book. Now, let us give you dynamic marketing tools to help promote it. Nearly 60% of media/marketing/pr professionals globally report VIDEO as the type of content with the best ROI. Forrester & Cision *Forrester is one of the most influential research and advisory firms in the world. Forrester s unique insights are grounded in annual surveys of more than 500,000 consumers and business leaders worldwide, rigorous and objective methodologies, and the shared wisdom of innovative clients. Cision is a leading media PR technology and analytics company that enables marketers and communicators to effectively manage their earned media programs. Page Turners Talk Show We understand the impact video content has in helping you make your mark on the digital world. That s why we created Page Turners, a twenty-minute talk show, professionally produced in our in-house studio. On camera, you will chat with our Emmy award-winning host, Hilary Kennedy, share inside stories on the creation of your book, your publishing experience and most of all your message!
WHAT WE DO FOR YOU!
Pre-Production Before the cameras roll, you will work directly with the Page Turners showrunner to: Schedule your production date Format topics and themes to be covered during the interview Review the script for your episode Receive professional coaching for presenting your material on camera Post-Production and Distribution After your Page Turners episode is launched, you will have full and unlimited usage in a video format suitable for the web and social media. Imagine the possibilities: Broadcast on Brown Books digital media platforms (website, social media and YouTube) Post your episode on your website and social media platforms Share your show link with your professional contacts to build viewership Short clips from your episode may be used as B-roll for future media Book Trailer Client Benefits and Value In addition to your Page Turners episode, you will receive a sixty to ninety second book trailer. A trailer is a short commercial or brief creative hint of the plot or theme of your book. It utilizes your endorsements and gives information about how to obtain your book.
Meet Your Creative Team Hilary Kennedy Host Hilary Kennedy is an Emmy Award-winning TV host and anchor on The Blaze Network. She has appeared on Access Hollywood, Extra, The Rachel Ray Show, and published a book, Career Diary of a TV Host: 30 Days on the Job. Outside the studio, she is a lifestyle blogger and volunteer at her church. When she s not working, Hilary is usually watching Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) with her husband and taking her two rescue dogs to play at the park.
Kelly Werner Creative Marketing Producer & Showrunner Don Wall Producer/Director Mark Montgomery Director of Photography, DP Kelly Werner s first love was singing and acting in the theater. She has broadened her creative story telling skills beyond professional theater and music to include writing, directing, designing, editing and producing a wide range of multi-media for the stage and screen. In her spare time, Kelly loves to be outside with her canine companion and serve in ministry. Don Wall has been an award-winning TV producer for 40 years. He brings highly, developed skills in video story telling, reporting, interviewing, writing, songwriting, producing, and directing to work that ranges from network news to local news to reality TV to digital Internet productions. Don created Don Wall Productions in 2006 to bring his experience in video story telling and writing together for a wide variety of clients, work he calls Stories with a Beat. https://www.youtube.com/user/ donwallproductions Mark Montgomery has been a professional videographer for more than 20 years. After a stint in the Army, Mark began working as a Production Assistant for a production company in Dallas making travel films. He went on to get a degree in Video Production from the Art Institute of Dallas, started his own company, Bow Line Media, in 2008, and has continued to develop his skills as a Director of Photography, working on all types of productions for top-level clients, mostly in the Dallas area. http://www.bow-line-media.com
WHAT DO I DO? On Camera Tips
Your Interview In studio, the lights are bright in your face, the red recording light is on and you hear the word action. Whether you re a pro at speaking in front of a camera or a little hesitant, here are few reminders about your interview. Take a deep breath and speak at a normal conversation speed. Nerves may cause you to speak very fast and we want everyone to be able to understand you. Keep your answers concise. Stay focused on what you want to say to make sure you cover all your talking points. Practice speaking in front of a mirror! Relax and let your body move freely. Be aware of distracting actions such as fidgeting or excessively moving your hands. We want you to look natural on camera! Remember you are wearing a microphone! Always be aware of what you do and say while in the studio it may be recorded! SMILE! Relax and enjoy the moment!
WHAT DO I WEAR? On Camera Tips
Camera Friendly Clothing Your image and appearance matter because you are creating a brand for yourself and your work. Please keep the following in mind as you put together your interview wardrobe. Bring a few options to try on camera! Wardrobe Do s and Don ts Stark white, bright yellow or black Pinstripes close together Fabrics with complicated patterns Highly shiny or glossy fabrics Heavy fabrics Sleeveless dresses Large jewelry that rattles or sparkles Solid colors such as a navy blue, grays, purples, dark creams and browns A medium colored suit, if dressing more professional Clothes made of natural fabrics that tend to breathe Style your hair off your face The camera loves jewel tones!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH YOU!