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Blogs + Articles
During my time as INDIRAP's sole blogwriter, I kept a regular schedule of publishing three to four articles on the INDIRAP site each month. Every piece was roughly 1,000 words and included extensive research, writing for SEO, editing for readability, managing related links, collaborating with others, formating for WordPress, and continually monitoring the analytics for insights.
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While these articles are no longer live, I've included a selection of screenshots, headlines, and intros to show proof of concept.
INSTAGRAM CHANGES ARE COMING | ARE YOU PREPARED?
The Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, recently announced that Instagram is “no longer just a square photo-sharing app.” What exactly does he mean and how will these upcoming changes affect you? Let’s dive in.

THE SECRET SAUCE TO CREATING EFFECTIVE BRANDED VIDEO CONTENT
Creating successful branded content is about more than just shooting pretty pictures. In today’s blog we’re getting into what really makes content effective.
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What goes into a campaign strategy? How is the content being distributed? Do you have a system in place for continual growth? We’re talking about it all. Let’s get started.

ANIMATED VIDEO | THE POWERFUL MARKETING TOOL YOU NEED
We’re not going to tell you that video animation is easy, cuz it’s not. But there’s a reason animated video has become such a popular marketing resource in recent years. In fact, there are a ton of reasons.
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So keep reading if you wanna know what makes animated video so powerful, including some insights directly from master Video Editor Chris Jon Conti, based on his own experiences.

HOW MANY OF THESE ESSENTIAL BRAND VIDEOS ARE YOU MISSING?
The ability to fully automate your sales funnel, promote your business non-stop, day in day out, and enhance your brand experience. Brand videos can do it all.
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Wondering what you need to get started? We compiled the top 8 essential video types that your brand needs and broke down exactly how they can benefit you.
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You might be surprised how many of these you don’t already have. Let’s get started.

IOS 14 PRIVACY UPDATES: WHAT THEY MEAN AND HOW TO PREPARE
June of 2020, at their annual Developers Conference, Apple announced their new privacy management policies scheduled to roll out alongside the iOS 14 update. Since then, the updates have been continually pushed back but are expected to be released over the next few months.
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There’s been a lot of noise coming from big tech companies about Apple’s new privacy roll-outs but let’s talk about what these changes mean for YOU.
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In this article, we’ll dive into what exactly these changes are, how they’ll affect the general public and businesses, and how you can prepare.

CREATING TARGETED AUDIENCES THAT ARE SURE TO CONVERT
One of the most essential factors when developing a paid ad campaign is crafting solid and strategic targeted audiences. The right content in front of the wrong people isn’t going to do you any good.
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In this article, we’ll walk through the process of creating the perfect targeted audience for your campaign and why each step is so important. Let’s get started.

THE INSIDE SCOOP ON CONTENT: WHAT WORKS BEST, AND WHY
Short-form vs. long-form content – what’s the difference?? Well, if you’ve ever thought it’d be a great idea to pair your Insta post with a looong, drawn-out novel of a caption, this blog is for you. In this article, we’re breaking down how long your content should be for each platform. Let’s get started.

TOP INDUSTRY SECRETS TO PREPARE FOR A VIDEO INTERVIEW
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or it’s your first time on camera, prepping for an interview can be stressful!
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Of course, you want to come across as yourself and natural, but that can be tough when you’re overly focused on saying exactly the right thing. So to help out, we gathered some insider insights from our industry professionals.
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These are the tips we relay to all of our clients to ensure that they feel ready, relaxed, and confident on set. From talking points to wardrobe prep, we’re breaking it all down. Let’s dive in.

BRANDED VIDEO CONTENT: WHERE TO START
When it comes to strategizing branded video content for your business, we know it can be tough to determine exactly what you need.
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Are you looking to expand your audience? Establish credibility? Streamline your internal operations? Each type of video serves a unique purpose.
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So in this article, we’re giving you an ideal starting point to ensure that the content you create is exactly what your business needs. But don’t worry, we’re not just simply listing off random video types. We’re going deeper and breaking down each one based on what it can do for you specifically. Let’s get started.

DO PEOPLE KNOW WHO YOU ARE? THE NECESSITY OF AGENT PROFILE VIDEOS
You might be the hardest-working real estate agent. You might be the best at negotiating for your clients. You might provide impeccable customer service. But if no one knows who you are, how can you expect to put those skills to use?
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We’re talking about something infinitely more effective than ads on a bus bench or in a magazine. Solidifying your real estate brand through video is a non-negotiable/must-have in the world we live in—the Real Estate Agent Profile Video.
