Introducing Ohello!
Introducing Ohello.Video
May 23, 2023
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I’ve always been a soft sell kind of girl. More interested in artfully creating the show than in telling you about it. I'll offer you coffee and a comfy chair to chat long before I'd slide the business brochure your way.
But, I need to start marketing our services. So I'm here to warmly open the door and welcome you to Ohello.video. (It's so nice to see you!)
Why did you start this video storytelling business?
Building authentic relationships has become increasingly important to me. As a corporate employee, I spent the last dozen years meeting and connecting to people in ways I wouldn’t normally. All because I was hired to tell their stories. I loved that part of my job and I want more of it.
I enjoy the art and craft of piecing together interviews, music, and b-roll to inform, entertain, inspire, and communicate ideas.
I continue to develop a deep respect for the human condition - life is beautiful, uncertain, and rich. And people are strange, fascinating, and heroic. I want to keep telling stories about it all.
What makes you so passionate about storytelling?
The people. Stories introduce us and help us understand each other better. When we know and understand, empathy and compassion build. If we can embrace our shared humanity, we can view differences as sources of enrichment. Our increasing curiosity can drive us all to find more common ground, fostering respect, and erasing ignorance and prejudice of all kinds.
Wow. Does it have to be that hippy dippy? I just want to make a video.
If you want to make a video about how to change a tire, have your CEO read to shareholders from a teleprompter, livestream an event, or have actors recite lines, Ohello.Video can recommend another amazing video partner. We have lots of friends in those spaces!
Then what does Ohello.Video do?
We craft authentic, human-centered stories that help introduce ideas, brands, and people to the world. From concept to completion, we produce content that helps build awareness and influence perception.
What’s your storytelling style?
I’m glad you asked! We believe storytelling should be about:
People. Stories are strongest when they focus on the human experience.
Connection. We help others know and understand you, your brand, or your idea.
Simple beauty. Humans like things that are organized, simple, and beautiful.
Emotion. People remember stories that make them feel something.
Authenticity. Truth earns trust and turns everyday people into heroes.
Story. When well-crafted, a story can draw audiences to your message.
Nuance. Video storytelling is art. Images, audio, and words are companions coming together to make beautifully layered, memorable, and rich stories.
What services do you offer?
Check out our services here.
We can help you or your brand:
Build awareness by making your key messages memorable.
Recognize, reward or congratulate someone who has done something noteworthy.
Improve perception and make you or your brand appear more approachable, trustworthy, likable, relatable, or credible.
Showcase your value and experience.
Garner engagement by creating content that generates emotion and makes people want to be a part of it.
Educate target audiences on how to take action.
Can you give us some examples?
Sure! OHello.Video can help you:
Put a spotlight on someone in your community, family, or business, making them the hero. Show the video at an event or post on social media.
Humanize your brand by telling an authentic story about someone who has benefited from your service or product. Add the video to your website, use it in a digital ad, or distribute via a marketing email.
Highlight a concept or idea that could help unite people and foster a sense of common purpose and understanding. Post internally, share with stakeholders, or start a social media campaign.
What kind of people are Ohello.Video kind of people?
We love to meet, partner, and collaborate with genuine and talented people. It’s what it’s all about for us.
Our relationships are intentional, and our work is rooted in humanity. Every client partner, associate, and crew member has been chosen because of shared values: authenticity, community, connection, curiosity, and integrity.
We have a deep appreciation and respect for people, and we strive to make our work and our lives about building authentic connections, experiencing everyday wonder, and seeing the hero in every person.
But what about your outcomes?
They are exceptional. Awards aren’t everything, but they do signal outstanding work. (If awards are your thing, check out this list of ours.) Our teams create award-winning video content that evokes emotion. Building connection is typically the goal.
Can you share some of your work?
Absolutely. On behalf of Ohello.Video, I want to say how grateful I am to Piedmont Healthcare who gave me the opportunity to concept, direct, and produce hundreds of different kinds of videos during my 12-year tenure. Here’s a sample of that work.
You talk about Ohello.Video as a team, but who is the team?
We have developed a wide and beautiful network of talented production pros. Every video project is different and requires the right, carefully constructed crew. As we grow, we’ll add more permanent members to the team.
How about a final plug for Ohello.Video’s founder?
Yeah, sure. Rashel Stephenson is a three-time Emmy Award-winning director and producer. She sees the world as a layered network of invisible threads connecting all things. Her storytelling style is all about evoking emotion to build human connection. She’s fascinated by the complex interplay between psychology and social factors in shaping human experiences and behaviors.
With more than 30 years of experience in PR, content marketing, video production, and creative direction, she has consistently been able to bring the right people together to imagine, shape, and execute great creative.
If you want to work with us, introduce yourself @ Ohello.Video