Viral Intermedia Production

Business contents: 10 Quick Traffic Building Tips For Any Web Site

2011-08-09T22:23:00.001-06:00

Really love his concise, straight-forward article about driving traffic to your site:

Business contents: 10 Quick Traffic Building Tips For Any Web Site: "The question most often asked on the Internet is, 'How do I get more traffic to my site?' You would think that an answer for this question..."

Guilty Humor

2011-04-22T01:17:00.002-06:00

About 8 months ago I was at a party with a group of my wife's co-workers and their friends. I say 'their' friends because I don't see these wonderful folks on a regular basis but look forward to meeting up for special occasions and holidays. As happens to me often, someone asked me what I did for a living and once it was discovered that I produce video they proceeded to tell me how they had some friends that I should talk to. My standard operating procedure is to give them a business card and recommend they have their friend call me. This has happened a number of times and usually one of two things result: 1. The 'friend' never contacts me or 2. The friend does contact me and is excited to offer me the best deal ever: If I will foot the production bill and create their vision we will all make tons of money on the back-end. Although they have not the slightest doubt that their idea will take off in a viral way; they have been, up to this point, unable to raise any funds to get started and that's where they hope I will step up and partner with them. This is called a 'Blue Sky' deal and I am hesitant to confess I have went down that road a number of times - it ALWAYS rains on my parade! Something ALWAYS goes wrong and the project ALWAYS goes south. Except.....

This time the friend that had a 'friend' is a pretty sharp guy. He's a firefighter and that always gets you extra points from the get go in my book. Secondly, his 'friend' DID call and we had a great conversation. He asked if I had looked at any of their previous productions - I had not so he suggested that perhaps I should do so before continuing our conversation - which I did.

They were AWESOME! The website is GuiltyHumor.com. I halfheartedly went to their site with the intention of watching one clip and ended up watching all of them! It is difficult to make me laugh and I was in tears by the time I was done. In a nutshell I was hooked. I immediately called back and asked what the concept was that they wanted help producing.

"We want to make a rap anthem music video featuring.... Jesus Christ", said Matt Haught (1/2 of the Guilty Humor Team along with Josh Zimmerly).

"uh-oh", I said nervously replied.

Long story short: I agreed to do it. We decided that Easter Morning would be the most appropriate day to launch the video and went to work getting it on camera. To see the teaser, please visit our website and to watch the world wide premiere of 'Jesus Christ Rap Superstar", please tune in at GuiltyHumor's Facebook Fanpage on Sunday April 24th, 2011.

New BIO/DEMO REEL Package

2011-04-21T14:07:00.001-06:00

Viral Intermedia Production is excited to offer a new package specifically designed for models, actors, artists and performers of all types. Our new VIP BIO / DEMO Reel package will be a multimedia presentation of the subject featuring still photography, enhanced photo series (tells a story), video and voice over.

The package will enable those that are promoting themselves for movie or video roles, commercials, print advertisements, or virtually any media production project to stand out from the crowd.... (find out more)

Here is a sample of the 'Enhanced Photo Series'. This series is entitled 'Fallen Angel'

Looking for Boise 'Hotties' for RAP VIDEO

2011-04-08T01:26:00.000-06:00

Open Casting Call: Viral Intermedia Production has been commissioned by GuiltyHumor.com, a sponsored comedy channel on YouTube to produce their next project - a rap music video. The soundtrack has already produced; the script and shooting schedule is in pre-production, locations have been secured (downtown Boise) and most of the roles have been cast.

We are still in need of three attractive young ladies with a sense of humor. All three actresses will be filmed at the same time in an outdoor downtown Boise location. Their will be one costume change for the 1 minute bit part and shooting should take no more than one hour. The spot will be filmed on a weekday night at about 5PM. If you are interested, please submit a head shot and a full length shot (can be amateur or professional shots) to our facebook page (facebook.com/viralintermedia) or via email to eugeboy@viralipro.com.

Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must sign model release form.

Boise Health and Fitness

2011-02-18T05:45:00.001-07:00

"Health and Fitness in Boise, Idaho is the newest addition to Panache Aveda Concept Salon and Spa’s Health and Beauty services. Located at 1115 N Cole Rd, Panache is dedicated to bringing the absolue best quality Aveda products, hair, nails and cosmetic services, massage and day spa treatments and now – fitness and nutrition. Call 208-377-3300 for more information."

VIRALINTERMEDIA is creating a web presence for this newest endeavor by Panache Aveda Concept Salon and Spa. Thus far we have created the new website in a newsletter format using wordpress, a facebook fanpage, an e-mail blast campaign for their first fitness bootcamp, and 2 secure sign-up forms for the boot camp. Response has been tremendous.

Blast from the past

2011-02-15T12:11:00.001-07:00

Just some pics of of past VIP projects

Picasa Web Albums - Eugene Boyle VIP, posted with vodpod

Testing out new @Postling App for SN

2011-02-10T10:43:00.001-07:00

Give it a look over at POSTLING.COM and if you try it, ket me know how you like it.

Happy New Year, VIP!

2010-12-31T02:37:00.000-07:00

Wishing you the best year ever!

Rent Panasonic HVX 200A in BOISE, ID, 83702

2010-12-06T17:34:00.001-07:00

16 and 32GIG P2 Cards available

Shooting your movie but can't afford professional production? We don't recommend it, but if that's how you're gonna do it, maybe you should at least Rent Panasonic HVX 200A in BOISE, ID, 83702

Panache Boise this Holiday Season - Giving the Gift of Health and Beauty

2010-11-29T14:15:00.001-07:00

Current promotion for Panache Boise:

Panache Pure Privilege Rewards Program:

Cultivate Rewards with each purchase with Panache's AVEDA's Pure Privilege Rewards Program

Earn points for special gifts, spa treatments and more. Pay a one-time fee of $10 to join and receive Points on all Aveda products purchased: spend one dollar on Aveda products at Panache Boise and earn 10 Aveda Pure Privilege reward points.

Pure Privilege Members also receive:

- Receive a birthday gift valued at $20

- Participate in all future double reward point offers

- Exclusive offers At Panache.

On December 3rd and 4th:

Current Members: DOUBLE POINTS on purchases made Dec 4th -Dec 5th

New Member Sign Ups - Triple points on enrollment and first time purchases made Dec 3rd - Dec 4th

What were doing....

2010-10-05T16:36:00.000-06:00

Creating a facebook connect application for WendieGoneFeral.com

http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=160153127345987

I shot Larry Gebert 3 Times....

2010-08-30T09:24:00.001-06:00

2010 0830 KTVB Larry Gebert

This week as I ventured around Boise, looking for material for 208tv, I ran into Idaho's favorite weather man and KTVB icon - Larry Gebert 3 times: Once at the Treasure Valley United Way Flapjack Feed, once at the 2nd Annual Boise Curb Cup and then this morning (at about 5:30AM) on my way to work he was taping around the corner from our studio. With all the lights, remote van and hulabaloo going on, I thought I'd stop and check things out. First of all HE remembered me from all three previous encounters in the last week which I find incredible given that he has spoken to or seen everyone in Idaho at least once and add to that the first to times we were at events that had thousands of people milling about. How can this guy remember who he ran into an hour ago let alone a week ago? Well...between shots, Larry came over and talked to me. He asked about my business, he gave me advice about the new show we are producing, and he clowned it up when I asked if I could take a couple pictures while he worked. How does he remember people? He is a great guy with a loving heart towards the community he serves - thats my take on Larry Gebert.

Idaho Water Sports @ Broadside Harbor on the Behance Network

2010-08-29T12:23:00.001-06:00

We are trying out an associate membership in the BEHANCE.net network. Would love your feedback on:
Idaho Water Sports @ Broadside Harbor on the Behance Network

2010 0814 Boardstock 2010 - Broadside Harbor

2010-08-26T23:45:00.001-06:00

Got a tip from Jenna Hines that there was a wake board competition out in Caldwell. We were unaware of any lake worthy of a comp in Caldwell so we had to go check it out. It turned out to be a great day! made some great connections with Idaho Water Sports and the Virus 99.1

Broadside Harbor is really an amazing man made lake in a backyard and we look forward to filming there again in the future.

Treasure Valley 3rd Annual Flapjack Feed

2010-08-26T16:10:00.003-06:00

(Click the slide show to see or download pictures)

If there is a community more vibrant, joyful, connected, supportive and compassionate than Boise, Idaho – I wanna know about it!
I attended the Treasure Valley United Way’s 3rd Annual Flapjack feed this morning and was bowled over by the love. I felt connected to my community and proud to be a Boisean. I’ll estimate there were a thousand plus people there while my buddy, Homer and I were enjoying the breakfast feast. We arrived an hour after the start so people were leaving and even more coming in as we gorged on delicious pancakes, eggs, cheesy potatoes and every kind of fruit dish imaginable – all for $5.
Channel 7 (KTVB) were there and the event was hosted by the beautiful Carolyn Holly and the inimitable Larry Gebert; both are popular beloved Treasure Valley icons.
The event was both entertaining and educational as the United way premiered their latest video depicting the stats of issues challenging our community and the intentions of United Way to address those issues.

i48 Film Festival 2010 with Team Sidewayz

2010-06-08T23:25:00.001-06:00

If you have read any of my previous posts, you may realize that I endeavor to utilize this blog to to share more personal perceptions and thoughts regarding the projects we do at here Viral Intermedia Production. This past weekend was my second i48 Film Festival experience and once again I was invited to be a part of team Sidewayz.

(more to follow)

2010 0522 Luc Baseball Giants vs Athletics

2010-05-24T10:15:00.000-06:00

Wendie Gone Feral

2010-05-20T11:49:00.002-06:00

Initially we had thought to do this project to support Wendie's spot at IGNITEBOISE. Time grew short and it looked like the idea would fade into the 'we shoulda' memory file. However; the amazing team of volunteers and our generous sponsor, The Costume Shop refused to let a great idea wither on the vine. Once we ascertained that our model, Boise icon, Wendie Green (writer and blogger), was still willing - we decided to make it happen for the fun of it. Here's a teaser of the mini documentary we are producing for the project:

Teaser Trailer - Multimedia Performance Art

Credits:
Subject - Wendie Green | WendieGoneFeral.com
Make Up - Jenna Spencer | Jacko's Chop and Kustom Hair Shop
Sponsor - Robert Stevahn | The Costume Shop
Hair - Jami Jackson | Jacko's Chop and Kustom Hair Shop
Photgraphy - Krista Rauch | Kaybird Photography and Digital Design
Lighting - Nathan Mathews
Music Co-ordinator - Braden Jon
Production Stills - Cody Jordan | Viral Intermedia Production
Kraft Services - Dori Boyle | Viral Intermedia Production
Location - Panache Hair Studio and Day Spa Grounds

Finally got the finished mini-documentary polished up - enjoy:

Wendie Gone Feral - Multimedia Art from VIP on Vimeo.

Here is a link to Wendie talking about the project on UncleBoise.com

Facebook | Viral Intermedia Production

2010-03-03T03:41:00.000-07:00

Facebook VIP

Facebook | Viral Intermedia Production

Please join VIP on Facebook to saty up to date with our shenanigans :)

Boise Ice Breakers

2010-02-24T11:03:00.001-07:00

Click to view all event pictures

Went to Boise Ice Breakers last night at Flatbread Community Oven in Meridian. We go to a lot of these types of events but last night's was different. More time was spent connecting on a personal level. It wasn't until the latter part of the evening that we started exchanging business cards and email addresses. By the time I swung back by the office to download the pics I had taken during the mixer, I already had a number of new 'friend requests' waiting for me on facebook. The food and atmosphere at Flatbread was terrific - warm cozy and classy. I must admit, rather than being a necessary business chore, Boise Ice Breakers was a pleasurable evening.

I nominated Viral Intermedia Productions / VIP to win a $5K #smallbiz grant on LoveALocalBusiness.com. Help them win!

2009-12-22T23:58:00.001-07:00

I nominated Viral Intermedia Productions / VIP to win a $5K #smallbiz grant on LoveALocalBusiness.com. Help them win!

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OH, IT'S SO ON!

2009-12-11T14:49:00.002-07:00

Silent Auction Charity Benefit: Tully's and Laci McCrea

2009-12-09T13:12:00.003-07:00

Tully's Coffee on Capital and Idaho is hosting a Silent Auction Charity Event to Benefit the Childrens Home Society and the Women's and Children's Alliance. The Silent Auction Event starts today and all bidding closes and is final December 17th at 5:00PM.

The Silent Auction will feature Boise artist Laci McCrea. For details on Laci's work please visit LaciMcCrea.com

Lou Diamond Phillips

2009-12-07T18:54:00.000-07:00

http://www.whocelebstweet.com/twitter/Viralintermedia/who/

I was suprised and tickled to hear from my old grade school buddy, Lou Diamond Phillips, weekend. We met up in the 3rd or 4th grade while I was going to school overseas (Subic Bay - My Dad is retired Navy). Like me, Lou is mestizo or Filipino-American; although he has played nearly every ethnic and non-ethnic role out there.

Until I am reminded differently, I will claim that along with my childhood friends, Louis Steenson and Dana Campbell, I co-authored and acted in Lou's first stage production, "A Charlie Brown's Christmas in Subic" that we wrote and produced for our 6th grade Christmas Pageant. I think I was Charlie Brown and Lou was Linus.

One of the great things about growing up in Subic Bay (USNS Republic of the Philippines) was that the everyone did everything at the same time. We all were in Cub Scouts together. We all played football. We all played baseball (see pic #2) and we all bowled, went to the movies, went trick-or-treating and spent Sunday with our families at the beach toegther. It was idyllic to say the least.

The downside was - it came to an end. Since we were 'navy brats' we went where our fathers were stationed and in 1974 my dad was transferred to Washington DC (Andrews AFB). I stayed in contact with Lou, Louis and Dana for sometime but, as happens many times, we lost touch as we got older and started families of our own.

The advent of Facebook and Twitter has really been an era of reconnection for me. I have a penchant (my wife says an obsession) with staying connected with everyone I have ever met: girlfriends, dude friends , classmates and teachers, employers and co-workers and, as many of you will attest, I have done a fairly thorough job. It was, however, a unique challenge to reconnect with Lou given the myriad of websites claiming to be his 'official' website and the barrier of protection that develop aorund celebrities. The last I heard from Lou and his family was when I married my wife, Dori, in 1993. Lou's Mom kindly sent us a card (and $$$) in celebration of our nuptials. Around that time Lou went through a divorce and shortly thereafter, I lost contact.

I tried a number of avenues to get in touch, including e-mailing his publisher to no avail and finally gave up. Then this past Saturday morning, while warming my hands on my americano and wiping the sleep from my eyes - POP! There was it was... a twitter tweet from LaBamba star himself. It was real Tweet Treat!

Very Cool!

Every Gift Brightens Lives

2009-11-19T13:38:00.000-07:00

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