How to Create Onboarding Videos

Introduction

• Onboarding videos do not require hiring a production company.
• These videos help new employees feel welcome without overwhelming them with training information.

Tips for Creating Onboarding Videos

• Keep it Short: Focus on welcoming employees, not training.
• Show Humor: Make employees feel at ease; avoid being stiff.
• Engagement Elements: Add music, sound effects, graphics, animated text.
• Subtitles: Important for following along and understanding content.

Scripting the Video

• Customize based on company and industry.
• Include essential information:
  • Office hours and lunch details.
  • Dress code and equipment collection.
  • Company culture and events.
  • Staff discounts and local area perks.
  • Reporting lines, sick leave, and vacation protocols.
• Use bullet points but avoid overly scripting.
• Inject personality and humor if appropriate.

Filming the Video

• Lighting: Use natural light if without professional equipment.
• Audio: Use a microphone or ensure a quiet environment.
• Camera: Smartphone or screen recorder like Veed can be used.
• Recording Features: Veed allows recording segments and combining them.

Editing Process

• Use Veed editor for simplicity.
• Remove Mistakes: Cut out errors easily.
• Add Titles: Use pre-styled or animated text templates.
• Engagement Elements:
  • Add video clips of the office environment.
  • Incorporate GIFs to enrich content.
• Subtitles: Automatically create and edit for accuracy.

Adding Finishing Touches

• Background Music: Choose from stock audio to match video.
• Exporting:
  • Ensure subtitles are burned into video.
  • Export as mp4 and share through various methods.

Conclusion

• Onboarding videos can be created easily with the right tools and techniques.
• Utilize Veed's features for an efficient process.