The Making of an ICMAG PROMO VIDEO -

[Gypsy Nirvana]

Yes - recently I was asked to make a promo video for my very own site - here at ICMAG.COM - to include promotion for the up and coming 4/20 ICMAG Growers and Breeders Cup - in Barcelona - so I was given a well written script - and we had a bright sunny day here in London UK - in the grounds of Hampton Court Palace - no less - these videos are all the takes and outakes we could get that day - 18 of them in all - all new to me - and apparently I fugged up on the script and now have to do them again - today most probably - will have to ask my son if he can film it

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

That's just 5 of them - I'll post the rest later - would like some input from the members here - to be able to make the final one we use - the best one - between 25-40 seconds long - I've got the time

and sunshine outside right now - so let's hear a comment - critique - or whatever

 

[Alex-F]

Oh man. We definitely need some kind of mention of the Goose Shit in the final clip.

 

[exploziv]

Gypsy is a great actor! He will say things in front of a camera.. just not the things he needs to say!
Seeing those videos without knowing what the script for them was doesn't make it justice! See for yourselves:

### Video Script for Instagram

**[Opening Shot: Outdoors natural background.]**

**Gypsy Nirvana (on-screen):**
(cheerful and engaging)
"Hello, Gypsy Nirvana here from (alternative: owner of) ICMag.com forums.
"From now until April 4/20, we’re offering sizzling discounts on banner ads, sponsored posts, and in-depth product reviews to any new advertisers looking to grow their brand and engagement on our forums!"
"Get your brand in front of thousands of passionate cannabis enthusiasts and elevate your presence in the community!"
**[Final shot: Gypsy Nirvana smiles at the camera.]**
**Gypsy Nirvana (on-screen):**
"Don’t miss out! Message us here or email us at email@icmg.com to learn more about this! Let’s grow together!"

### Fast Filming Pointers:

1. **Lighting:**
- Use natural light if possible. Film during the day near a window or outside.

2. **Camera Angle:**
- Use a tripod or a stable surface to ensure steady shots. Start with a close-up and then transition to wider shots of your surroundings.

3. **Background:**
- Choose a vibrant background related to cannabis culture (i.e., your garden, a chill hangout spot, or a themed setup).

4. **Engagement:**
- Smile, use hand gestures, and maintain eye contact with the camera to create a connection. Be enthusiastic!

5. **Editing:**
- Keep it around 20-40 seconds for Instagram.

6. **Call-to-Action:**
- Ensure you clearly inform viewers how to reach out (DM or comment) for discounts at the end of the video.

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

Ya - well the bloody mutt pup was scoffing down the goose shit - had to stop him - it was disgusting 🫣 in this one - I'm in an Asian Squat position - trying to get at least part of the script out -

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

Gypsy is a great actor! He will say things in front of a camera.. just not the things he needs to say!
Seeing those videos without knowing what the script for them was doesn't make it justice! See for yourselves:

I know - I know - you wrote the script - and I didn't exactly follow it - <looks for the script>

 

[exploziv]

### Video Script for Instagram

**[Opening Shot: Outdoors natural background.]**

**Gypsy Nirvana (on-screen):**
(cheerful and engaging)
"Hello, Gypsy Nirvana here from (alternative: owner of) ICMag.com forums.
"From now until April 4/20, we’re offering sizzling discounts on banner ads, sponsored posts, and in-depth product reviews to any new advertisers looking to grow their brand and engagement on our forums!"
"Get your brand in front of thousands of passionate cannabis enthusiasts and elevate your presence in the community!"
**[Final shot: Gypsy Nirvana smiles at the camera.]**
**Gypsy Nirvana (on-screen):**
"Don’t miss out! Message us here or email us at email@icmg.com to learn more about this! Let’s grow together!"

### Fast Filming Pointers:

1. **Lighting:**
- Use natural light if possible. Film during the day near a window or outside.

2. **Camera Angle:**
- Use a tripod or a stable surface to ensure steady shots. Start with a close-up and then transition to wider shots of your surroundings.

3. **Background:**
- Choose a vibrant background related to cannabis culture (i.e., your garden, a chill hangout spot, or a themed setup).

4. **Engagement:**
- Smile, use hand gestures, and maintain eye contact with the camera to create a connection. Be enthusiastic!

5. **Editing:**
- Keep it around 20-40 seconds for Instagram.

6. **Call-to-Action:**
- Ensure you clearly inform viewers how to reach out (DM or comment) for discounts at the end of the video.

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

This is what the front end of Hampton Court Palace looks like - we were round the arse end mostly - doing the filming

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

### Video Script for Instagram

**[Opening Shot: Outdoors natural background.]**

**Gypsy Nirvana (on-screen):**
(cheerful and engaging)
"Hello, Gypsy Nirvana here from (alternative: owner of) ICMag.com forums.
"From now until April 4/20, we’re offering sizzling discounts on banner ads, sponsored posts, and in-depth product reviews to any new advertisers looking to grow their brand and engagement on our forums!"
"Get your brand in front of thousands of passionate cannabis enthusiasts and elevate your presence in the community!"
**[Final shot: Gypsy Nirvana smiles at the camera.]**
**Gypsy Nirvana (on-screen):**
"Don’t miss out! Message us here or email us at email@icmg.com to learn more about this! Let’s grow together!"

### Fast Filming Pointers:

1. **Lighting:**
- Use natural light if possible. Film during the day near a window or outside.

2. **Camera Angle:**
- Use a tripod or a stable surface to ensure steady shots. Start with a close-up and then transition to wider shots of your surroundings.

3. **Background:**
- Choose a vibrant background related to cannabis culture (i.e., your garden, a chill hangout spot, or a themed setup).

4. **Engagement:**
- Smile, use hand gestures, and maintain eye contact with the camera to create a connection. Be enthusiastic!

5. **Editing:**
- Keep it around 20-40 seconds for Instagram.

6. **Call-to-Action:**
- Ensure you clearly inform viewers how to reach out (DM or comment) for discounts at the end of the video.

No worries if I screwed up - I'll take Loki the PomShitzPoo mutt pup - for another walk out that way again today - hopefully with someone to hold the phone/camera - and see what better I can do -

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

 

[CharlesU Farley]

### Video Script for Instagram

**[Opening Shot: Outdoors natural background.]**

**Gypsy Nirvana (on-screen):**
(cheerful and engaging)
"Hello, Gypsy Nirvana here from (alternative: owner of) ICMag.com forums.
"From now until April 4/20, we’re offering sizzling discounts on banner ads, sponsored posts, and in-depth product reviews to any new advertisers looking to grow their brand and engagement on our forums!"
"Get your brand in front of thousands of passionate cannabis enthusiasts and elevate your presence in the community!"
**[Final shot: Gypsy Nirvana smiles at the camera.]**
**Gypsy Nirvana (on-screen):**
"Don’t miss out! Message us here or email us at email@icmg.com to learn more about this! Let’s grow together!"

### Fast Filming Pointers:

1. **Lighting:**
- Use natural light if possible. Film during the day near a window or outside.

2. **Camera Angle:**
- Use a tripod or a stable surface to ensure steady shots. Start with a close-up and then transition to wider shots of your surroundings.

3. **Background:**
- Choose a vibrant background related to cannabis culture (i.e., your garden, a chill hangout spot, or a themed setup).

4. **Engagement:**
- Smile, use hand gestures, and maintain eye contact with the camera to create a connection. Be enthusiastic!

5. **Editing:**
- Keep it around 20-40 seconds for Instagram.

6. **Call-to-Action:**
- Ensure you clearly inform viewers how to reach out (DM or comment) for discounts at the end of the video.

You know @exploziv, the best actors don't take direction from their directors, they use the script as just a rough outline, and improvise as they go along.

Come on, tell the truth, GN was like this when you were filming the video, wasn't he?

Some actors think they know everything about directing:

 

[sneezydog]

That is too funny... videos are hard. "If you do the email"... is my favorite line .... and how you are doing your absolute best to appear normal. Good on you for continuing. Id probably have staked the dogs leash to the ground and pretend it was the dog talking. Gypsy here.... it could eat an entire goose shit during the clip. Would be riveting
Also sizzling discounts is a great line hahaha just for the accent

 

[flylowgethigh]

Ya - well the bloody mutt pup was scoffing down the goose shit - had to stop him - it was disgusting 🫣 in this one - I'm in an Asian Squat position - trying to get at least part of the script out -
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Bombs away!

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

You know @exploziv, the best actors don't take direction from their directors, they use the script as just a rough outline, and improvise as they go along.

Come on, tell the truth, GN was like this when you were filming the video, wasn't he?

Some actors think they know everything about directing:

I know bugger-all about directing - my major concern was with remembering enough from the script to make the effort seem viable - then the reality of life around you seeps in - and you have to stop the dog from eating shit -

 

[exploziv]

Did you try to explain to the dog you are making an important video?

 

[exploziv]

I mean, trying to..

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

Did you try to explain to the dog you are making an important video?

He's just on a great walk - then the humans start hanging out - and messing about with cameras/phones - he don't know what a video is - nor how important it may be - so he goes foraging - do'in his doggie thang - and finds a dirty doggie delicacy - which looks nothing like this Full English Breakfast -

 

[exploziv]

Thats naughty of him!

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

Thats naughty of him!

Hmmm - but maybe to Loki the PomShitzPoo mutt pup - a pile'o steam'in goose 'droppings' - looks just as appetising - as a Full English Breakfast - does to me? - <ya gotta walk a mile or two on his furry feet to kinda understand that one>

 

[Gypsy Nirvana]

That is too funny... videos are hard. "If you do the email"... is my favorite line .... and how you are doing your absolute best to appear normal. Good on you for continuing. Id probably have staked the dogs leash to the ground and pretend it was the dog talking. Gypsy here.... it could eat an entire goose shit during the clip. Would be riveting
Also sizzling discounts is a great line hahaha just for the accent

Hmmm - lots there to think about - would involve many shenanigans - I'll try and remember the SIZZLING DISCOUNTS - looks like I won't have anyone to hold the camera - till maybe the weekend - then we might have rain