What is virtual reality film?
Virtual reality film is an extensive audiovisual experience where the viewer wears a special headset – or uses a web browser – with which he or she can look around 360 degrees. This gives the viewer the feeling of being in another (virtual) world. Depending on the programmed experience, the viewer is then taken into an immersive video or 3D animation experience.
Simply put, a VR film literally transports you to another place. That place is completely composed based on the intended purpose. This can be, for example, a training simulation to practice safety procedures, or a fictional operation of new technology to sketch a vision of the future.
Applications of virtual reality film
Virtual reality is audiovisual technology that is not on everyone's radar. Often because people associate it with entertainment. But at Indall, we have completed fantastic VR projects for business purposes over the years.
Technical companies
The tech industry often deals with strict safety procedures and protocols. As a result, it is not always possible to visit physical locations or study technology in detail.
VR is an excellent alternative, as it provides the viewer with a realistic experience from a controlled environment. For both employees, business relations, or interested students.
One advantage of using animation for VR films in technical companies is that the CAD models used for input are usually already available. This makes virtual reality films well suited for concept presentations or to zoom in on a machine.
Exhibitions and Presentations
During a trade show, it's important to present your product or service in the best possible way. However, due to the chaos and busyness during such moments, it is difficult to hold the attention and concentration of visitors.
VR film is perfect for grabbing attention and making your product memorable. This can be, for example, in the form of an innovative product presentation, an interactive experience, or a glimpse into the production environment of tomorrow. The fact that there is a lot of interest in the concept of virtual reality itself also helps generate interest.
Training and Onboarding
Virtual reality is effective for allowing trainees and new employees to experience what their work will be like. A qualitative VR video (or animation) provides a safe and realistic view of a situation, without disrupting colleagues or having to create hard-to-access scenarios.
For example, let someone move around in a virtual cramped engine room. Or let someone experience the view and height of maintenance on top of a wind turbine. This way, he or she will better understand what is actually expected before experiencing it in practice.
VR creates a safe environment where mistakes can be made without dangerous consequences. This allows someone to see what potential risks or hazards are in the workplace and how they can be prevented, without these having to occur first.
Virtual reality video formats
Having a virtual reality film made by Indall
At Indall, we specialize in visualizing technical concepts for companies in the technical and energy sectors. All our specialists have a technical background themselves. Therefore, we know exactly how to visually realize your goal. The same applies to VR.
Introduction
We start with a thorough introduction, during which we discuss your mutual expectations, the purpose of the video, and our working method in detail.
Concept
We collaboratively develop a creative concept and create a detailed project plan. Of course, we take your house style and existing content into account.
Pre-production
We conduct extensive research into your organization, the sector you operate in, and what makes your product and/or service so special. This gives the team a clear view of the target audience of the video and the market in which that audience is located.
Script
To ensure that the recordings proceed as efficiently as possible, the team prepares a detailed script in advance based on your input. This makes the recording of the video (or animation) much easier and keeps it clear for all parties involved.
Production
As soon as everyone is satisfied with the script, the production is scheduled. Does it fit within one day, or are multiple production days needed? Or are we only working with animation? We schedule everything and ensure that you stay well informed of every step in the process.
Post-production
Here we bring your story to life. We add any animations and ensure the right color grading. Sound is just as important, so we pay a lot of attention to audio mastering with voice-overs, music, and sound effects.
Quality control and feedback
Before we present the video to you, the film production undergoes a thorough internal quality control. After that, two rounds of feedback follow to ensure that the video is exactly how you want it.
Delivery
Satisfied with the result? Then we will deliver the video in the agreed formats and you are ready to post the video on the desired channels.
The benefits of virtual reality film
Increased engagement
VR allows customers to experience your product or service in an interactive way. They are actively engaged in the thinking behind the complex techniques and solutions you are working on.
Accelerate decision-making for production
With VR, technical designs and prototypes can be visualized and tested in three dimensions, even before a prototype is made. Involved parties can easily provide feedback that highlights issues at an early stage. This saves time and costs.
Safe and realistic training environment
Thanks to virtual reality, you can simulate realistic training scenarios without the risks of the actual situation. This way, employees can safely practice procedures as often as needed in a controlled setting.
