Spark Media Video Production Agency

Education is Everything.

At Spark Media, education isn’t just a sector we serve – it’s the heart of what we do. We’re a Birmingham-based video production team that has worked with schools, colleges, universities, and training providers around the city and beyond to create videos that grab attention and spark interest. Our services include TV ads, social media content, event videography, 360° virtual  campus tours, recruitment films, enrolment adverts, animated explainer videos, case studies, student testimonials, and more. Each project is tailored to highlight your institution’s strengths while addressing your audience’s needs.

Whether you’re looking to show off your campus facilities with sweeping drone shots, connect with prospective students, or create impactful training and e-learning resources, we’ve got the expertise to make it happen. Contact us today to start your next project.

  • School Promotional Videos

    Let’s face it, first impressions matter. Show off your school’s values, vibes and unique offerings with a video that captures everything that makes your school stand out, whether it's for social media, your website homepage or TV.

  • 360° Campus Tours

    Not everyone can visit in person, so why not bring your school to them? Our campus and facility tours let prospective students experience everything your school has to offer, from classrooms to sports facilities, all from the comfort of their own home.

  • Event Highlights

    Whether it’s an open day, graduation, sports day, or a special performance, we’ll capture all the moments that make these events unforgettable. These videos are perfect for sharing on social media and boosting school spirit.

How we work

We’re a creative bunch with years of experience working with schools, colleges and universities across Birmingham and beyond, so we know the education market inside out and we love what we do. We understand the unique challenges of the education sector, from tight budgets to the pressure of enrolment campaigns and stress of recruitment season, and we know what it takes to create videos that help achieve your goals. We also know that every school is different, and we’ll work with you to make sure your video feels like you. From brainstorming ideas to final delivery, we take care of everything so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Contact us for an initial consultation.

Briefing meeting with client

Initial Meeting

We start by getting to know you. We’ll have a chat about your brief to understand exactly what you’re looking for in terms of target audience, style, video length and distribution platforms. What’s your school about? What are your goals? Whether you’re trying to boost enrolment, show off a new programme, or just share what makes your school special, we want to know it all. Our team will then have a creative brainstorming session and present our ideas back to you and key stakeholders.

Creating storyboard for animated explainer video

Pre-Production

Once the concept has been approved, our Director would closely collaborate with your team to script the videos. We would likely conduct a recce of the filming location beforehand to aid our planning. Our in-house illustrators would then map out the signed-off scripts in a creative storyboard to help you visualise how the film will flow. Our Producer will then manage any casting, scheduling, obtaining necessary permissions, and risk assessments, etc.

Production

Time to roll the cameras! Our crew is here to capture every moment, from classroom action to playground fun, all with top-notch production value. Our in-house production team consists of Directors, Camera Operators, a Production Manager, Producer, Sound Technician, Gaffer, and Drone Pilot.

We have a wide range of digital full-frame cinema-grade cameras, prime lenses, and extensive lighting, sound and grip systems all in-house at no additional cost to you.

Using Adobe Creative Suite to create animated explainer video

Post Production

Our editing team will then sort everything from sourcing a voiceover artist to sound design to licensed music, enhancing the videos without overwhelming the core message. They will also add a colour grade and can provide subtitling to make the videos as accessible and inclusive as possible if you would like. Our animation team can add dynamic typography and motion graphics to provide visual flair. 

Client viewing results of animated explainer video

Delivery

We factor in amendment time onto production costs so that tweaks can be made to make the film exactly how you want it. We would provide an ungraded rough cut first and ask for feedback, then a graded complete cut, and after any amends we would deliver the final films in the formats you request. We can also provide strategic distribution advice to help your video perform well once it’s out there.

I can't rate Danny and the team at Spark Media highly enough. Over the last 6 months we embarked on an ambitious project to create a King Edward VI Foundation production including a main film, induction video and 14 separate school clips. I was present for most of the filming and genuinely felt like Danny, James, Georgia and Tom were an extension of my own team.

Such a friendly bunch that make you feel at ease throughout the whole project, as well as listened to, taking on your thoughts and ideas whilst adding their professional opinions. Each of our schools have commented how professional and friendly the team were. The edits, produced by Michael are fantastic and the team continue to support with post production questions I have had.

I will absolutely be using Spark Media again for any future video needs. Over the moon.
Amy Hannah
Head of Engagement, King Edward VI Foundation Birmingham

FAQs

Whether you’re looking for promotional videos to highlight your campus, student testimonials, animated explainer videos to introduce new programmes, 360 virtual tours, live event coverage, or social media snippets, we’ve got you covered. Let us know your goals and we’ll tailor the project to fit your vision.

We’ll immerse ourselves in your school’s identity – your colours, messaging, tone, and values. You can share your branding guidelines, and we’ll follow them meticulously. Before we start filming, you’ll have the chance to review and approve the storyboard and creative direction to ensure everything aligns perfectly.

Absolutely! Our team of creatives can brainstorm concepts and write excellent scripts. If you already have an idea, we’ll collaborate to bring it to life. If not, leave it to us to design something that resonates with your target audience.

No problem! We’re here to guide you. During our initial meeting, we’ll ask about your goals, audience, and challenges to suggest the best type of video content. Sometimes just talking it through helps solidify ideas you didn’t even know you had.

Yes, we have extensive experience working with young people and have collaborated with many schools and educational institutions over the years. Our team is fully DBS-checked and we take great care to create a comfortable and positive environment for students during filming. Our crew is friendly, professional, and skilled at putting young people at ease. To ensure safety, we always conduct thorough risk assessments before every shoot, and we’re happy to coordinate with your team to address any specific needs or concerns.

When it comes to consent, we work closely with the school to handle permissions in the way that suits your policies. Our goal is to ensure the process is seamless and stress-free for everyone involved. Your students’ well-being and safety are always at the heart of what we do.

We handle everything, from pre-production (concept, scriptwriting, storyboarding, scheduling) to production (filming, directing) and post-production (editing, music, animation). Your role is to help us with access to locations, approvals, and scheduling interviews with key people if needed.

Yes, drone footage is one of our specialties! Aerial shots can show off your campus beautifully, giving prospective students and parents a unique perspective. We’re licensed and insured for drone operations, so you can rest easy knowing it’s all handled professionally.

It depends on the platform and purpose. For social media, 30-60 seconds is ideal. For a website homepage or YouTube, 2-3 minutes works great. Longer videos, like virtual tours or program deep dives, can go up to 10 minutes but need engaging storytelling to keep viewers hooked.

We deliver videos in multiple formats optimised for web, social media, or other platforms you need. Let us know where you plan to use the video, and we’ll ensure it’s ready to go, whether it’s a high-res version for your website or a mobile edit for Instagram.

Every project is different and so are our proposals. Costs vary based on the scope of the project. A straightforward one-minute social media video will cost less than a multi-day shoot with drone footage, interviews, and post-production animation. We’re happy to discuss your budget and create a solution that delivers maximum impact within your means.

With so many factors, the best step is to get in touch and arrange an initial meeting. This ensures an accurate quote with no surprises.

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