Animoto, based in New York City, is the coolest video effects tool on Planet Internet. Animoto, created by film and TV producers, is a creative alternative to slide shows and traditional video —they are a snap to create — and agents can use them to get listings, reach the first page of Google and sell homes:
Simply upload your photos (single or batch), pick a music selection from their library (or your own) and the Animoto wizards create a one-of-a-kind 100% kick ass video (which is more than 75% kick ass). You can email the finished product, embed it in your MLS, website or blog or OLX. Animoto will even send your videos to YouTube.
Using Animoto, real estate agents can create cool listing videos like this:
[Video credit: Marcus Burke, CondoMetropolis (Orlando)]
I covered Animoto when it first launched in September 2007 and have loved it ever since, using it for our Top 12 Women Real Estate Blogger posts.
Since Sellsius is an affiliate, the folks at Animoto set up a special promotion offering two (2) free months for our readers who purchase a yearly commercial account ($249).
Here are some of the agent friendly features of Animoto’s commercial account.
*White label – Your videos have no Animoto branding. The videos are MLS friendly and will make your listings stand out from the crowd.
*Unlimited DVD-quality videos – Create an unlimited amount of videos which you can email to clients, burn to DVD, or embed on your website or blog.
*Drive traffic to your site with a custom Call-to-Action button. Create a call-to-action button which links to your website at the end of your videos to let viewers “get more information” “schedule an house tour,” “contact an agent”, or “learn more about the property”.
*Speed Control: Besides using the default speed, derived from the tempo of your chosen song, you can choose half and double speeds. Half speed is great for showing each image longer in your video, while double speed can enhance the action.
So, if you’re a Sellsius reader (sure, you are) and interested in the promotion, click here. Tell them Sellsius sent you.
Hurry, the promotion ends May 17, 2009.
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