Q:  Will advertising appear on the downloadable video? In other words, will there be an Opening Moments 'bug' or a lower third pop-up on the downloaded file?

A: The downloadable edition will not have any advertising or Opening Moments 'bug'. We place the 'bug' and green pop-up screen on our YouTube previews to keep the honest people honest. And hopefully everyone else as well.

Q: We operate our own edit suite.  Can our organization license a clean copy (i.e. no text) of a motivational video and customize it ourselves? 

A: Opening Moments Media, as you might expect, maintains control over the EDL (Edit Decision List - where all the original images are digitally stored). As a general rule, Opening Moments customizes the motivational video on your behalf, providing a downloadable, customized .mov, .wmv or DVD.  On a case by case basis, we do provide the entire EDL to a professional editing suite so that you and your Producer can edit the video and audio assetts.

Opening Moments will provide a Customization Guide spreadsheet with two columns: the first column lists the existing images and text, and the second column is blank for your organizations text or images 

Q: Are the motivational videos high res, so they can be projected on large screens, comparable to 14' X 20' for a large audience?

A: Yes, all licensed Opening Moments motivational videos and movie clips are professional resolution for display on large screens.  Opening Moments has chosen to use YouTube's low res codec for previews only. 

Q: Could our organization show YouTube videos from an Internet connection at a corporate meeting? Why should our organization pay licensing rights for a motivational video?

Q: Can I download a video from YouTube for my corporate event?

A: Content on YouTube and other peer-to-peer networks is protected by copyright law. Simply "ripping" or downloading the content to display at your meeting may be an infringement of the copyright owner's exclusive rights of reproduction and/or distribution (for more information, see the Fair Use section of the U.S. Copyright Office website).

All content (video, music and talent) from Opening Moments Media, LLC^TM is licensed with copyright clearances. This eliminates the risk of infringement liability for your organization and can limit your exposure to other potential download risks, e.g., viruses, spyware or unexpected material.

Q: Can customized Motivational Videos be used more than once?

A: If your organization requires multiple use of a customized motivational video (i.e. multiple regional conferences) we offer 3 types of licenses:

1. One time use
2. Multiple use within a year
3. A buyout on most motivational videos

These presentations may NOT be used in an archive or program record without written permission from Opening Moments Media.

Q: With a downloadable video, can we use the content multiple times for various meetings?

A: If your organization purchases the downloadable videos, the videos may be used multiple times for internal use only. The content may not be sold, copied or uploaded to social media (i.e. YouTube, Facebook or MySpace) or distributed on peer-to-peer sites.

Q: What if I find a commercial or video that seems absolutely perfect for my meeting or event?  How can I license it for my corporate event?

A: Opening Moments Media, LLC is often able to obtain permission from the copyright owner to use a full resolution version for corporate events. We also offer the service to 'Find a Movie Clip' within our network of 500+ Production Companies. This saves your team time, and provides up to three options to choose from. We negotiate for the best value on the license rate, and pass that on to you. 

Q: Can I use a movie clip from a major motion picture at my corporate event?

A: Opening Moments will negotiate on your behalf with the major motion picture studios (i.e. Sony Pictures, Paramount, MGM, Warner Bros, Disney, Universal and Fox) for permission to use a movie clip at a corporate event. In addition, we'll clear rights with all the actors, musicians, and the Guilds: SAG, AFTRA, Writers and Directors Guilds. Our priority is helping you do the right thing, to avoid legal hassles! Contact Us.

Q: What determines if a Motivational Video requires one or two or four hours of customization?

A: The amount of time required is determined by how much cusotmization is required. Most customization requires two hours because there is time involved in importing digital assets, opening the timeline, and encoding to high res digital files or DVD. Beyond that, we estimate and bill for actual time in the edit suite, as opposed to estimated time. Some digital effects, ie. rotoscoping, trimming, cropping and motion graphics require more time than simple graphics, and we take that into consideration on our estimates.

Q: How quickly can Opening Moments turn around a customized Motivational Video once we license it?

A: We recommend 3 business days for the entire process from start to finish. If you're in a hurry, tell us!  We have provided downloadable videos with as little as 24 hours notice!

Q: How much customization is possible and how does this work?

A: All our motivational videos may be customized to reflect your company culture and logo. Customization can include changing the text, adding in products, event theme graphics, company logo, motion graphics and flash animation (we can design these for you). The material for customization may be uploaded to Opening Moments digitally through our FTP. We can also work with original print collateral.

We will provide a Customization Guide spreadsheet with two columns: one that lists all the original images and a second column to write in any substitute images or text.

We will make the edit, provide you a low-res approval copy for download, and provide you with a completed presentation on DVD or high res digital media (i.e. .wmv or .mov file).

Q: What is the fee for customization?

A: Customization rates are $150/hour on motivational videos. The amount of time required depends on the individual presentation, specifically how many changes are being made. For example, if you want to change 7 of the text elements, we'll edit these changes, render, then upload an approval copy, and then convert to DVD or a high res digital files. This generally requires two to four hours. You might also want us to add motion graphics to the event theme graphic, company logo or product images. This may require another two to four hours, depending on the complexity.

Q: Can we substitute a different soundtrack?

A: Most often we don't recommend changing the music. Most of the custom soundtracks have been created and timed with the imagery and have a 'synchronization license' with the musician and recording house. Changing the soundtrack on these programs would change a "pre-produced" program into a custom presentation.

Q: Who supplies the customized imagery?

A: As a client, you may want to provide us the imagery. Opening Moments can design event theme graphics and motion graphics, and we can shoot custom imagery for substitution into the programs.

Q: Do these programs originate on HD?

A: Some of the content is shot in HD and DVCPro in 16X9 format. Some of our Motivational Videos are SD (Standard Def)  in 4x3 format)

Q: What are the available formats?

A: We offer the Motivational Videos and Inspirational Movie Clips on DVD or high res digital format (i.e. .wmv). We can also provide international formats like PAL. 

Q: What's the first step in licensing the motivational videos?

A: Call us at 877-640-1444, or use the contact form and we'll provide you a complimentary creative session, providing you all the tools you need for a successful motivational or custom video.

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