explanation

2010 Census "Count on Change" - Explained by Say It Visually

leelefever — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:57:53 +0000

Say It Visually!, a member of the Common Craft Explainer Network, recently published this video that explains the impact of the 2010 Census on communities and focuses on encouraging participation among people of color.

This format is a new one for Say It Visually and it's great to see them taking video explanation in new directions. I think the hand-painted style fits really well with the voice-over and music by Keb'-Mo'. It has a heart-felt feel that may have been hard with animation. What do you think?

2010 Census "Count on Change" - Explained by Say It Visually

leelefever — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:57:53 +0000

2010 Census "Count on Change" - Explained by Say It Visually

leelefever — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:57:53 +0000

2010 Census "Count on Change" - Explained by Say It Visually

leelefever — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:57:53 +0000

Video: Saving for Retirement (401ks) in Plain English

leelefever — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:31:41 +0000

Today we've published a new video "Saving for Retirement in Plain English".

Since we first considered making the series of videos on Money, we've had our eyes on retirement savings. Not just our retirement, but yours. Too many people start saving too late and/or don't know the basics of why retirement accounts like 401ks and IRAs make sense. This video is aimed at helping people see the long term benefits of retirement accounts.

Who is it for? Along with use in schools, we see this video being a tool for companies who offer retirement programs. This video can be licensed for use by HR (or financial organizations) that have the goal of increasing awareness and adoption of the programs.

This video will join the other Money videos in a forthcoming "Financial Basics Pack" of 6 videos:

The release of this video also marks a break for our recent focus on money and a return to technology. More coming soon!

Welcoming Two New Members of the Explainer Network

leelefever — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:21:51 +0000

We're so excited to have two new members of our Explainer Network of custom video producers.

Lilipip is a Seattle-based company that has been making videos for years. They're seeing new opportunities in the world of animated video explanations and we think they'll be a great fit for the Network. From their listing:

We make animated videos about your product, service, or concept. We’re an “Open-Source Creative” team with transparent pricing and processes – featuring global artists with a wide range of styles. Follow Lilipip on Twitter.

Here is one of Lilipip's most recent videos:

Animated Explanations is based in Brussels, Belgium and focuses on the European (and global) market for explanatory videos. They have extensive experience in making complex ideas easy to understand in video form and we're happy to have them in the Network. We're especially excited to have European representation in the Network. Follow them on Twitter @instruxion. From their listing:

Animated movies, interactive tutorials and instructional videos in attractive formats and any language.

Here's a sample:

How to find a new job using LinkedIn? - Animated Explanations

The Common Craft Explainer Network is a group of video producers that specialize in making custom explanatory videos. The Network currently has six members that represent a number of skills, styles and formats. If that chunk of text on your home page just isn't doing the trick anymore, contact an Explainer Network member.

Video: Stock Markets in Plain English

leelefever — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:20:41 +0000

Today we've published a new video: Stock Markets in Plain English

This video is one of our most requested and focuses on a few basic ideas:

Why companies offer their stock to the public
Why people buy and sell stocks
What makes stock prices change
How we measure stock markets using indices

This video is part of our Money series and one of the first to touch on markets. It was also one of the toughest to make. Economic forces like supply and demand can quickly turn into rabbit holes. Keeping it short and sweet was a challenge. We're so excited to share it with the world.

We expect this video to be useful to teachers, but also organizations related to investing, particularly ones focused on educating those new to the market.

Video: Stock Markets in Plain English

leelefever — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:20:41 +0000

Today we've published a new video: Stock Markets in Plain English

This video is one of our most requested and focuses on a few basic ideas:

Why companies offer their stock to the public
Why people buy and sell stocks
What makes stock prices change
How we measure stock markets using indices

We expect this video to be useful to teachers, but also organizations related to investing, particularly ones focused on educating those new to the market.

Video: Stock Markets in Plain English

leelefever — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:20:41 +0000

Today we've published a new video: Stock Markets in Plain English

This video is one of our most requested and focuses on a few basic ideas:

Why companies offer their stock to the public
Why people buy and sell stocks
What makes stock prices change
How we measure stock markets using indices

We expect this video to be useful to teachers, but also organizations related to investing, particularly ones focused on educating those new to the market.

Video: Stock Markets in Plain English

leelefever — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:20:41 +0000

Today we've published a new video: Stock Markets in Plain English

This video is one of our most requested and focuses on a few basic ideas:

Why companies offer their stock to the public
Why people buy and sell stocks
What makes stock prices change
How we measure stock markets using indices

We expect this video to be useful to teachers, but also organizations related to investing, particularly ones focused on educating those new to the market.