BearJam - Video Production.

We sent a mini BearJam team of two to capture the fun of this year’s Microscope Ball, the flagship fundraising event for Muscular Dystrophy UK. ?? Over 110,000 people in the UK live with muscle-wasting conditions that don’t have a cure. This year was the 40th anniversary of the event and they raised an incredible ￡511,457! This was such a smoothly run, fun evening, and we loved capturing the energy of the night. Well done to everyone involved in organising it! —- ?? We make BOLD POWERFUL VIDEOS ?? Let’s chat about your next project?

Notice how there are two competing trends in video right now? On the one side, many brands are clearly experimenting heavily with AI. It’s cheaper, faster, and full of new possibilities. Then on the flip side, we’re seeing growing demand for truly human-centric videos. Videos that are raw and authentic, and showcase… ? Real stories ? Imperfections ? True connections ? Genuine moments We think both types have an important role in today’s video landscape. But is it possible to have the best of both? We’re excited to see how that part plays out. —- ?? We make BOLD POWERFUL VIDEOS?? ?? Let’s chat about your video project?

Occasionally we film professional actors on set. But more often than not, we’re filming people who have never been in front of a camera before. And the faster we can put them at ease and build up their confidence, the better the result for everyone. Our founder, James, is a pro at creating a relaxed environment that gets the best out of the people we’re shooting. So we asked him to share his secrets. ?? Here’s his step-by-step approach to making it happen: 1. Clear communication ? “Before we even start, I explain what the shoot is for and what we’re hoping to capture. When people understand the bigger picture, they feel more connected to the process, not just as subjects but as part of the team.” 2. Build trust ? “Next, it’s time to quickly build a rapport, so they trust that you’re there to make them look and feel their best. This sets the foundation for everything that follows.” 3. ‘Minimise the room’ ? “Having fewer people in the room is key. Cameras, lights, and mics are already intimidating enough—extra bodies just add to the pressure. Keeping things minimal helps to keep nerves in check.” 4. Offer reassurance ? “Once we’re ready to shoot, I like to offer reassurance. A simple line like “We’re here to make you look good” can work wonders for calming nerves and reinforcing that we’re all on the same team.” 5. Show the shot ? “When possible, I’ll show the person how they’re framed. It’s amazing how seeing the shot themselves can demystify the process and give them more confidence. It also lets them feel in control of how they are being captured.” 6. Be agile ? “If we’re not quite getting what we need, sometimes it’s because the person is too focused on delivering perfect wording. At this point, it’s all about agility — encouraging them to relax, be spontaneous, and not worry too much about getting everything perfect.” —- ?? We make BOLD POWERFUL VIDEOS?? ?? Let’s chat about your video project?

“I have used BearJam extensively on a wide range of projects over the past 10 years, they are a pleasure to work with, their service is reliable, genuinely creative and very cost-effective.” – Giles Johnson, Red14. BearJam has changed almost beyond recognition in the past 10 years. We’ve continuously grown the team, we moved into an official office (and then a bigger office!), and we’ve worked on a vast range of projects. So to have been working for some clients throughout this whole period is a really special thing. It shows that – although our team has transformed – we’re still committed to our early promises: ?? Reliability ?? Genuine creativity ?? Cost-effectiveness They’re at the core of everything we do – today, and always. —- ?? We make BOLD POWERFUL VIDEOS ?? Let’s chat about your video project?

Different animation styles → different vibes! There are many different types of animation, and each one has its own unique strengths. ?? Swipe through below for a breakdown of 7 popular types of animation, and when to use them (according to our founder, James Hilditch!). —- ?? We make short-form videos that have a BIG impact ?? Let’s chat about your video project?

Well, this one was a challenge! ?? We recently created a campaign to support the recruitment efforts of the world’s largest online retailer. We needed to create a snappy animation that was also…. ? Culturally neutral? ? Ready to be adapted into multiple languages ? Able to be updated or edited easily in the future ? Produced on a tight budget Here’s a supercut of all the seven final language versions in one! What do you think? —- ?? We make BOLD POWERFUL VIDEOS ?? Let’s chat about your video project?

A legendary club with a lasting legacy ?? It was an honour to work on this video project for Rosslyn Park F.C! With a tight budget and a one-day shoot, we successfully managed to capture 150 years of history. Keep an eye out for our two creative highlights: a match cut sequence showing the name Rosslyn Park, and a team photo built from players from across the decades. Such a fun project and shoot day – we loved working on this one. What do you think of the final cut? —- ?? We make BOLD POWERFUL VIDEOS?? ?? Let’s chat about your video project?

Back in May, we headed out to Mercedes’s Brackley Operations Centre to film the second episode of our Anatomy of Craft series for UBS. And here’s the result!? The aim was to showcase how innovation and human craft combine to create a competitive advantage, from cutting-edge automotive design to market intelligence. We spent a few hours filming with James Allison, Technical Director at Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team, and later with Daniel V. Dowd, Global Head of Investment Bank Research at UBS, as they revealed the power of data in their respective fields. Shout out to the BearJam crew involved in bringing this episode to life:? Director: James Hilditch Producer: Tristan Harrison Director of Photography: Josh Williams 1st Camera Assistant: Harold Williams 2nd Camera Assistant: Harry Grunfeld? Sound Operator: Andrew Griffiths And of course to the wonderful NBCUniversal and Mercedes teams as well, in particular Michael Sutton, Melissa Oberhofer and Ali Stokes. —- ?? We make BOLD POWERFUL VIDEOS ?? Let’s chat about your next project?

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You can’t see our rate card. Because… we don’t have one! And that’s not because our pricing is expensive, random, or secretive (it’s none of these!). It’s because we need to cost up each job to order, and we can’t do that without talking to you first. Even two videos that look similar on the surface will have subtle differences that can have a big impact on the end price. “Set menu pricing” doesn’t translate to a great video, which is what we’ll always prioritise. We much prefer to work à la carte. You will still get great value and your quote will still show a full breakdown of exactly what’s being spent where, so you’re never in the dark. We can get creative for a small budget, or scale up to tackle bigger ones. We’ve done plenty of both, and received brilliant client feedback (not to mention awards!). We also include unlimited edits as standard with every project because we want you to be completely in love with the end result. So if you’re looking to create videos for your brand that you’ll be proud to share, let’s chat! —- ?? We make BOLD POWERFUL VIDEOS?? ?? Let’s chat about your video project?