Summary:

In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, we dive into the intriguing world of AI in video marketing. Host Ben Amos welcomes back Ian Anderson Gray, founder of Confident Live Marketing Academy and Seriously Social, to explore the balance between leveraging AI tools and maintaining the crucial humanness and authenticity that drive effective video marketing.

Ian shares his insights on how AI can revolutionise video strategies without compromising the genuine connection with audiences. Reflecting back on his previous appearance in Episode 67, where they discussed the power of live video, Ian now brings fresh perspectives on integrating AI while staying true to the core principles of authentic engagement.

Chapters:

[00:01:25] Staying human with AI

[00:04:20] Navigating AI's potential and drawbacks.

[00:08:00] Democratising content creation.

[00:12:11] AI girlfriends and humanity

[00:17:16] Ethical stance on AI

[00:22:19] Functional vs. Personal Content

[00:23:03] Experimenting with 11 Labs

[00:27:30] Using AI in content creation.

[00:33:08] Prompt engineering

[00:35:37] Confident Live Marketing Podcast

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Ian Anderson Gray website

Ian Anderson Gray podcast

Ian on LinkedIn

Ian on X

Ian on IG

Ian on YouTube

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Summary:

In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, we delve into the world of User-Generated Content (UGC) and its growing importance in video marketing strategies. Our guest, Melissa Laurie, founder of Oysterly—a leading social video agency—shares her expertise in creating impactful UGC for renowned brands like UPS, 3M, RMIT University, and Luxury Escapes.

Melissa, recognized as a woman to watch in Asia and shortlisted for the Women Leading Tech Awards by Atlassian, discusses how her agency specialises in generating social videos that can be effectively reposted across all major social platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn. She emphasises how this multi-platform approach maximises reach and engagement for brands.

Chapters:

[00:00:21] User Generated Content

[00:04:25] Creating Oysterly Social Video Agency

[00:08:52] Owned user-generated content.

[00:14:01] Texture of social channels.

[00:15:43] Control of brand visual style

[00:19:42] Finding UGC creators

[00:25:05] Compensation for creators

[00:27:31] Paid endorsements disclosure.

[00:31:27] Changing video hooks for impact.

[00:35:35] Microsoft Education on TikTok

[00:39:04] AI-generated avatars in UGC

[00:43:29] What's next in social video?

[00:47:05] Embrace UGC for business

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In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, we delve into the ever-changing world of social media and digital marketing. Our guest, Meg Coffey, an internationally recognised strategist based in Australia, shares insights on staying ahead of the curve. Meg's expertise and dedication shine through as she discusses her role in organising Australia's largest social media conference, helping businesses navigate the digital landscape of 2024 and beyond. Join us as we explore the importance of adapting to the dynamic realm of social media marketing.

Chapters:

[00:02:22] Meg's journey to Australia.

[00:06:39] Tourism and hospitality experiences.

[00:08:26] Rise of keyboard warriors.

[00:11:53] Audience segmentation on social media.

[00:15:19] Building Your Business Online

[00:20:24] Social media evolving for businesses.

[00:24:17] Niche content marketing strategies.

[00:26:36] Shiny object syndrome

[00:29:03] Focus on strategy first.

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