Inside Our Video Strategy Kick-Off Call: What to Expect (And How To Get The Most From It)

Booking a strategy call can feel like a big move, especially if you’re not sure what to expect.

We get it, we’re planners and we know that you’ve got a million questions running around your head that are blocking you from committing to taking the final step and getting on that strategy call.

Questions like…

Will it be worth it?

Do I need to come prepared?

(Spoiler: yes, and no, not really.)

This is the starting point. Whether you’re brand new to video or you’ve tried it but felt like you were winging it, the kick-off call is where we turn that uncertainty into a plan.

It’s not a casual intro call or a templated checklist. It’s a focused, interview-style session where we ask purposeful questions, plus all the follow-ups that get to the good stuff. We want to hear how your audience thinks, what makes your business tick, and what kind of content will actually work for you.

But that makes it sound a little scary! It’s totally normal to feel a little nervous; most people do. But once we start talking, clients tell us it’s a relief to finally have someone making sense of it all with them.

So if you’re considering working with us, here’s exactly what to expect from that first call, and how to get the most out of it.

What Exactly Is Our Video Strategy Service?

If you’re new here and not quite sure what you’re getting into, here’s a quick look at what this service actually offers.

We’re a video-first agency, and this is all about giving you the strategy you need to succeed on camera, before a single frame is filmed.

Our Video Strategy service is built to eliminate the stress, guesswork, and wasted time that so often come with video marketing. It’s not just about showing up on screen, it’s about showing up with the right message, for the right audience, with a clear purpose.

We work with you to build your entire approach from the ground up, helping you:

Understand where video fits in your wider marketing strategy
Identify which types of videos will drive results
Clarify your messaging, content themes, and angles
Plan long- and short-form video content aligned with your goals
Ditch the “random acts of video” in favour of strategic consistency

To be clear: we don’t create the videos for you in this package, but we do give you a complete roadmap for what to make, why it matters, and how to make it effective.

You can then implement the strategy in-house, with a freelancer, or even come back to us for hands-on support through our full Video Content Marketing service.

Who is this for?

This service is for business owners, marketers, and personal brands who know they need to do more with video but need the clarity and direction to actually make it happen.

You might:

Feel overwhelmed or inconsistent with your video efforts
Have tried video in the past without seeing results
Not know where to start (or what kind of content will actually work)
Be unsure which platforms or formats to focus on
Want to build visibility and authority, without the stress of winging it

Whether you’re a solo founder, part of a lean marketing team, or scaling a service-based business, we tailor this strategy to meet you where you are and help you get where you want to go.

You can find out more about our video strategy service and what it includes here.

But for now, let’s look more at the kick-off call to help you understand what that looks like.

Kick-Off Call: What To Expect

Before we map out your content or recommend a single video, we start with a deep-dive strategy session, a.k.a the kick-off call.

📽️ The Essentials

Where: Zoom
Duration: 60–90 minutes
Goal: To dig deep into your business so we can build out unique and strategic video content tailored just for you

It’s important to know that this isn’t a templated Q&A call, so we can’t give you a list of what we’re going to ask in advance (if we could, we would).

It’s designed to be a relaxed, collaborative interview in which we ask thoughtful and tailored questions designed to uncover what makes you different. It’s also an opportunity for us to align on your voice, positioning, and what makes you stand out.

We can then use this information and translate it into a high-impact video strategy.

We’re not here to tick boxes, but to dig deep and create a plan that works in the real world, not just on paper.

Here’s what to expect…

What We’ll Explore on the Call…

We tailor every call slightly depending on your business, goals, and audience, so no two conversations are exactly the same, but here’s a flavour of what we explore, and why it matters,

Audience Deep-Dive:

We dig into who your ideal customers are, what triggers them to seek help, how they talk about their challenges, where they look for answers, and what beliefs or hesitations might be holding them back.

This helps us tailor messaging and content that speaks directly to their real pain points and motivations.

Product/Service Insight:

We explore your offer from every angle, what it does, what sets it apart, and how people perceive it.

We’ll help uncover the metaphors, proof points, and positioning that make your solution click with your audience.

Competitor Context:

We look at where you sit in the market, what makes you different, and where you intentionally don’t compete.

This part of the call helps us carve out a lane that’s unique to you and steer clear of copycat content.

Sales Process & Objections:

We ask questions that shine a light on common objections, buying signals, and sales friction points.

These insights feed into content that builds trust and moves people closer to buying, before they ever hop on a sales call.

Story Mining:

We go hunting for gold, real stories that humanise your brand and create a connection. We’re talking customer wins, tough moments, pivotal decisions, and proud little milestones.

These are the stories that make your content relatable and memorable.

Unique Perspectives:

Lastly, we explore your worldview, your takes, values, predictions, and bold beliefs. These are often the most powerful pieces of content: the ones that challenge norms and set you apart as a thought leader.

We treat the call like a journalistic interview, curious, focused, and collaborative. Our intention is to draw as much information out of you as possible, so you don’t need to come with all the answers – just a willingness to talk and explore.

Do You Need To Prepare For The Call?

We know that some people love to be prepared (in fact, that’s probably why you’re reading this blog), so you might be wondering whether you need to bring anything to the kick-off call.

The short answer? No. You don’t need slides, notes, or a polished pitch.

Many of our clients show up with nothing but their brains and a brew, and that’s absolutely fine 🍵

The beauty of this call is that it’s designed to pull the information out of you. We ask specific, follow-up-heavy questions that help uncover ideas, angles, and insights, even ones you might not realise are important.

That being said, the more clarity you have going in, the more we can build on it.

If you do want to prep, here’s what might help us hit the ground running:

A rough outline of your ideal customer
A summary of what you offer and to whom
Key competitors or market context
A few stories, whether they’re wins, hard lessons, or turning points

This is a collaborative process, and we’ll guide the conversation every step of the way.

We just ask that you show up with an openness and a willingness to share as much as you can so that we can create a strategy that truly reflects your business.

What Happens After The Call?

Once we’ve wrapped up the kick-off session, we take everything we’ve uncovered and carry out deep research to develop a 6-month video content strategy, custom-built for your business.

Expect a tailored mix of:

Long-form video ideas (great for depth and thought leadership)
Short-form content (perfect for social media and audience engagement)
Thumbnail templates
Content themes and messaging hooks
A mapped-out publishing plan to keep you consistent

We’ll present it all on a 60-minute call, walking you through every part of the plan.

Then, we’ll schedule a 3-month follow-up to see how you’ve progressed, what’s working, and where we can optimise.

This strategy is your blueprint for showing up with confidence and ensuring that the video content you create has a positive impact on your business.

All included in our £3,000 package.

▶️ Find out more about the video strategy here.

What If I Want More Than Strategy?

The strategy call is just the beginning.

If you want support bringing your content to life, we also offer a full Video Content Marketing service.

That means we don’t just tell you what to create, we help you create it. From scripting and filming to editing and publishing, we become your video marketing team.

So whether you want to stick with strategy or go all in with hands-on execution, we’ve got you covered.

▶️ Explore our full video marketing service here

Ready To Kick Things Off?

Wherever you’re at in your business journey, whether you’re solo, scaling, or somewhere in between, our video strategy process is designed to meet you there and help you cut through the noise with genuinely effective content.

The kick-off call is your first step, and it’s built to be collaborative, not stressful. You don’t need the perfect pitch or a polished plan, just a willingness to dig into your business with us.

We’ll handle the rest.

If you’re ready to book your video strategy kick-off call, then get in touch and get ready to take your video to the next level.

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