Untapped Potential Project – Highlight Video

 

Standard Video Production Proposal for Oak Rose Group

Presented by THE BLACKCAT Media

📍Chicago, IL | 🎬 Single-Day Shoot | 🎙️ Script-Driven Storytelling

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Partnering with Purpose. Storytelling with Impact.

 

At THE BLACKCAT Media, we’re honored to collaborate with Oak Rose Group on a project that transcends video production—it’s about championing opportunity, celebrating progress, and amplifying the voices shaping Chicago’s future workforce.

 

The Untapped Potential Project is a powerful blueprint for empowerment. By bridging union training and education, it opens doors for students to build futures rooted in skill, pride, and purpose. Our role is to capture that transformation with care, strategy, and narrative precision.

 

Building on that partnership mindset, our creative process moves seamlessly from vision to execution.

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For this Project, Our Creative and Strategic Goals Are Clear:

 

1. Highlight the Power of Connection 

Capture authentic student testimonials that showcase both personal transformation and the wider mission of the program.

2. Showcase Partnership in Motion 

Film hands-on learning, mentor–student interactions, and scenes that reveal the collaboration between Chicago’s trade unions and Chicago Hope Academy.

3. Deliver Emotionally Resonant, Multi-Use Content 

Craft a 3–5-minute film optimized for presentations, fundraising, recruiting, and social media.

4. Integrate Branding with Purpose & Polish 

Apply Oak Rose Group’s visual identity throughout graphics, lower thirds, and end-cards for consistent brand presence.

5. Ensure a Seamless Production Experience 

Handle all logistics—crew scheduling, student releases, and (if selected) FAA-compliant drone operations—for a respectful, efficient shoot day.

 

With decades of experience serving mission-driven organizations in construction, education, and civic sectors, we bring not just the tools but the mindset to elevate this project into a lasting legacy.

 

Let’s craft a visual story that inspires action today—and drives the movement for years to come.

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Where Story Meets Strategy. Where Purpose Becomes Possibility.

 

At THE BLACKCAT Media, we believe the most impactful content lives at the intersection of authentic storytelling, strategic clarity, and cinematic craft. We don’t just film what happens—we shape it into meaningful stories that elevate your mission.

 

Through carefully framed visuals, powerful interviews, and pacing that mirrors the heartbeat of the trades, we deliver content designed to resonate—with students, unions, donors, and decision-makers alike.

Untapped Potential Project – Highlight Video

 

Standard Video Production Proposal for Oak Rose Group

Presented by THE BLACKCAT Media

📍Chicago, IL | 🎬 Single-Day Shoot | 🎙️ Script-Driven Storytelling

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Partnering with Purpose. Storytelling with Impact.

 

At THE BLACKCAT Media, we’re honored to collaborate with Oak Rose Group on a project that transcends video production—it’s about championing opportunity, celebrating progress, and amplifying the voices shaping Chicago’s future workforce.

 

The Untapped Potential Project is a powerful blueprint for empowerment. By bridging union training and education, it opens doors for students to build futures rooted in skill, pride, and purpose. Our role is to capture that transformation with care, strategy, and narrative precision.

 

Building on that partnership mindset, our creative process moves seamlessly from vision to execution.

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For this Project, Our Creative and Strategic Goals Are Clear:

 

1. Highlight the Power of Connection 

Capture authentic student testimonials that showcase both personal transformation and the wider mission of the program.

2. Showcase Partnership in Motion 

Film hands-on learning, mentor–student interactions, and scenes that reveal the collaboration between Chicago’s trade unions and Chicago Hope Academy.

3. Deliver Emotionally Resonant, Multi-Use Content 

Craft a 3–5-minute film optimized for presentations, fundraising, recruiting, and social media.

4. Integrate Branding with Purpose & Polish 

Apply Oak Rose Group’s visual identity throughout graphics, lower thirds, and end-cards for consistent brand presence.

5. Ensure a Seamless Production Experience 

Handle all logistics—crew scheduling, student releases, and (if selected) FAA-compliant drone operations—for a respectful, efficient shoot day.

 

With decades of experience serving mission-driven organizations in construction, education, and civic sectors, we bring not just the tools but the mindset to elevate this project into a lasting legacy.

 

Let’s craft a visual story that inspires action today—and drives the movement for years to come.

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Where Story Meets Strategy. Where Purpose Becomes Possibility.

 

At THE BLACKCAT Media, we believe the most impactful content lives at the intersection of authentic storytelling, strategic clarity, and cinematic craft. We don’t just film what happens—we shape it into meaningful stories that elevate your mission.

 

Through carefully framed visuals, powerful interviews, and pacing that mirrors the heartbeat of the trades, we deliver content designed to resonate—with students, unions, donors, and decision-makers alike.

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Maximizing Your Investment in Purpose, Partnerships, and Progress

 

At THE BLACKCAT Media, we understand that investing in professional media - especially for a mission like the Untapped Potential Project - should do more than document a moment. It should drive awareness, amplify your impact, and build lasting value across your brand, your partners, and the communities you serve.

 

That’s why our pricing structure is designed not only to reflect industry standards, but to deliver a high-impact storytelling experience grounded in strategy, flexibility, and creative excellence. We approach every project with a mindset of shared ownership—because your success is our success.

Each of our packages includes:

  • Full-service video production: From strategic planning and creative alignment to on-location filming, sound, lighting, and coordination
  • Professional post-production: Custom editing, sound design, royalty-free music, and integration of your existing b-roll and branded assets
  • Curated deliverables: A polished 3–5-minute highlight video, formatted for presentations, social media, internal sharing, or donor engagement
  • Efficient turnaround timelines: Clear milestones and quick delivery windows to ensure timely impact
  • Optional enhancements: FAA-compliant drone footage, motion graphics, or social cutdowns tailored for broader outreach

What sets us apart is more than just our technical capacity—it’s our partnership mindset. We align with your vision, adapt as needs evolve, and bring a level of emotional intelligence to every interview, every frame, and every narrative arc. Whether we’re spotlighting a student’s testimony or capturing the energy of a classroom in action, we approach every shot with purpose.

 

With THE BLACKCAT Media, your investment becomes more than a production service. It becomes a storytelling platform—one that advances your message, strengthens your partnerships, and celebrates the transformative power of opportunity.

STANDARD VIDEO PRODUCTION PROPOSAL

Comprehensive Coverage Plan & Strategic Deliverables

This one-day video production will be conducted by a specialized team experienced in storytelling for education, workforce development, and the skilled trades. Our goal: to authentically capture the power and impact of the Untapped Potential Project—highlighting student voices, real-world training, and the collaborative spirit between trade unions and Chicago Hope Academy.

 

Proposed Crew + Equipment:

  • 1 Professional Videographer/Interviewer
  • 1 Remote Senior Producer/Director (guidance, support + coordination)
  • 1 Remote Production Coordinator (support + coordination) 
  • Gimbal stabilizer, audio & sound kit, soft-light interview setup
  • 4K-capable camera system for cinematic capture
  • All media and data management handled by our team 

Coverage Focus:

  • Interviews with 3–5 Students (on one location at Chicago Hope Academy or union training sites) 
  • Includes full lighting, sound, and interview direction
  • Active classroom or training environment b-roll
  • Capturing mentor–student interaction and hands-on experiences
  • Pick-up shots to support the visual narrative (e.g., logos, signage, tools in use, contextual cutaways)
  • Integration of client-provided b-roll and graphic assets during post-production  

  • Pre-production planning: shot list, creative alignment, logistics coordination

 

Creative Development Goals:

Our goal is to deliver a polished, emotionally resonant 3–5-minute highlight video that:

  • Amplifies student testimonials as the core emotional driver
  • Visually reflects the impact of the program’s mission and training model
  • Aligns with Oak Rose Group’s branding, incorporating graphic elements and tone
  • Supports outreach, development, recruitment, and public engagement efforts

  • Editorial structure based on a provided script, with strategic sequencing and emotional pacing

 

This 3-5 minute highlight video will be fully aligned with the provided script - crafted with a professional voiceover - AI generated or live talent as preferred - and built around cinematic b-roll (provided by OAK ROSE GROUP) that illustrates the emotional and aspirational tone of the Untapped Potential Project.

We will ensure all captured footage visually aligns with narrative moments in the script, blending real student activity, symbolic imagery (tools, sparks, hands), and community interaction. Final editing will include audio layering, light animation for emphasis, and brand-consistent graphics.

 

Deliverables for Standard Production Package:

 

  • Primary Highlight Video (3–5 min)
  • On-screen titles and student name graphics
  • Incorporation of your branded elements and approved visual guidelines
  • 1 round of revision
  • Delivery in multiple formats (MP4 web-ready, high-res archival, social-friendly)
  • Music licensing, sound mix, and professional color correction
  • Rough cut delivered within 10 business days; final master within 5 days of feedback.

  

This package includes full videography consulting,

professional AI voiceover (if needed),

and optimized formatting for digital and live event use.

 

Standard Rate

$ 5,250

Partner Rate

$ 4,950

 

*As a mission-aligned partner, Oak Rose Group receives an immediate $300 savings—without compromising on creative or production quality.

 

We’ve structured this rate to ensure the quality, care, and attention to detail this project deserves—while also supporting the greater purpose that unites our teams. We’re excited about the potential to build together on this and future initiatives.

 

Additional Services (Optional Add-ons)

  • Extra Revision Round – $350

     

    For additional client-side iteration and editorial refinement

     

  • Event Recap PDF Design – $450

     

    Custom-designed visual summary for presentations or internal reporting

  •  Archived Footage for Future Reuse – Available upon request

  • Multilingual Subtitle Tracks – Priced upon scope

 

Our Value Promise

With THE BLACKCAT Media, you’re not just hiring a vendor—you’re gaining a creative partner with deep experience in trades-focused storytelling, a proven history working with Powering Chicago, IBEW 134, and ECA NECA, and a strong commitment to crafting media that moves hearts and minds.

 

We approach this not just as a video project—but as a story with purpose, built to inspire.

Next Steps

 

We’re honored by the opportunity to collaborate with Oak Rose Group and contribute to the powerful work of the Untapped Potential Project—a story of equity, access, and transformation in Chicago’s trades and education community.

 

We’re committed to delivering video content that not only reflects your mission, but also elevates your brand, supports your partnerships, and inspires your audience.

 

To move forward seamlessly, here’s how we can proceed:

 

1. Select Your Proposal Tier

 

Review the two proposal options provided. Each package is designed to align with your production goals—whether you prefer a focused, voiceover-led highlight or a more elevated visual experience with drone footage and dynamic storytelling elements.

 

If there are hybrid elements you’d like to explore, we’re happy to tailor a custom solution.

 

2. Confirm Production Details

 

Once a proposal is selected, we’ll coordinate with your team to:

  • Confirm shoot locations (academy, union hall, etc.)
  • Align on interview setup, b-roll needs, and visual priorities
  • Review available branding materials and existing footage
  • Clarify any safeguarding protocols for filming with students

 

3. Schedule a Creative Alignment Call

 

We recommend a short pre-production meeting to:

  • Review the approved script and voiceover direction
  • Align on tone, pace, and story beats
  • Finalize production logistics and timing

This ensures we’re fully aligned with your expectations before filming begins.

 

4. Approve & Launch

 

Upon confirmation, we’ll provide:

  • A finalized production calendar
  • Any necessary documentation or insurance certificates
  • A clear outline of the editing timeline and deliverables

 

From there, our team will take the lead—ensuring every step of production is handled with precision, care, and purpose. You can trust that the final content will reflect the same level of purpose and passion as the mission behind it.