Workflow Problem with Client

[Dean Brennan]

Yea it’s a bear trying to produce something when you don’t know what the client wants. There are solutions though and the more the client is educated about production the smoother things should go.

I just finished a rough draft of the process we should follow for these videos. Is this something I could e-mail one or a few of you to take a look at and maybe add some suggestions or comments? It would be greatly appreciated.

I think I have a good start on it but it is still rough and I know I might be missing a few things.

Thanks ahead of time!

Dean

[John Baumchen]

No problem,

Send me a copy to me at john@49north.biz and I’ll have a read through.

Cheers.

[Mike Cohen]

I wouldn’t mind seeing it also, since I am developing a process based upon the recruitment style video we are now producing.

Mike

mcohen at cine-med dot net

[Gav Bott]

I’m a bit late on this one, but just one question:-

Does your Uni offer any project managment modules? If they do why not see if you can get into one (paid by employer).

Those sorts of course are realy usefull for times like this – they may talk about projects relating to bridge building, but learning to keep the scope under control, comms and developing a change system works for any project.

The Brit in Brisbane
The Pomme in Production – Brisbane Australia.

[Dean Brennan]

Sorry for not responding quicker! It’s been a busy couple of weeks at the office. A quick update. I introduced the process to everyone involved and it was taken really nicely and things have been running smoothly since then. The client seems a lot more educated on the production process and what it takes to make a successful video. Because of this they are more understanding of our needs and they also are aware it takes effort on both ends for something to work. Thank you everyone for all your feedback and suggestions. I just hope things continue to go smoothly.

Anyway, Mike I will send you a copy of the process I wrote up.

Gav, we do occasionally have project management modules but none have run since I have been here. I will definitely be going to them when they come up. Great suggestion.