YOUR SOAPBOX TOOLbox

We keep our toolbox well-stocked with the best tools and tactics for building a successful creative project. To keep our focus on quality, we offer specialized packages in three areas:  

90-second video package

Includes: 

  • Scripts
  • Storyboards
  • Location Planning
  • Talent Management
  • 2 Studio or On-Location Productions
  • Web optimized version
  • Social media optimized version
  • 30-second looping B-roll reel

    You walk away with: a video that tells your story, in 3 formats for multiple platforms

    add-ons: 

    Drone footage

     

    Animation

     

    Photography

    Social Media package

    Includes

    • Performance Audit
    • Content Pillar Planning
    • KPI Goal Planning
    • 2 month Content Calendar
    • Caption Writing
    • 12 Instagram Carousels
    • 12 Instagram/TikTok Videos

    You walk away with: 2 months of content and a stellar strategy to keep it going

    Brand Identity package

    Includes: 

    • Logo Design Suite
    • Brand Voice
    • Brand Guide Book
    • Business Cards
    • 3+ Swag Design Mockups
    • Press Release Template

    You walk away with: a fully-developed brand identity and all the assets to implement it

    How will a soapbox partnership work? 

    Soapbox operates on two separate tiers: the Agency and the Class.

    The Agency is made up of paid staff, while the Class is made up of students enrolled in our Student Media practicum.

    Both tiers provide quality opportunities for client partners, but one may be a better fit than the other depending on your needs.

    Working with the Agency

    • Priority project placement
    • $2000+ commitment (flexible payment plans)
    • Guaranteed deliverables
    • Faster turnaround times

    Best fit for: established businesses, mid-size nonprofit groups

    Working with the Class

    • Longer waitlist (3-6 months)
    • Free
    • Pro-bono agreement
    • Smaller scale project

    Best fit for: brand-new startups, small nonprofit groups

    In both cases, you’ll work directly with a student account manager. A team of 5+ students — writers, producers, designers — will be assigned to your project, and your account manager will coordinate all communication with you about the status of your project through email and weekly meetings.

    When can we start? 

    BYU-Idaho operates on a three-track system. We plan each project to be completed within a semester.

    Our executive director will reach out to potential clients by the scheduling deadline below for the following semester.

    Fall

    • Partnership confirmed by August 15
    • Starts September 15
    • Project delivered by December 15

    Winter

    • Partnership confirmed by December 1
    • Starts January 7
    • Project delivered by April 7

    Spring

    • Partnership confirmed by March 21
    • Starts April 21
    • Project delivered by July 21

    If you aren’t selected, you’ll be added to our waitlist for future semester opportunities.

    Occasionally we can take on projects mid-semester, or extend projects to take multiple semesters, depending on availability.

    Research

    Each step we take in the creative process is backed by research, ensuring that the final deliverable is proven to have the best creative and marketing strategies for your business. Fresh from classes packed with emerging trends and data‑driven strategy, our student researchers put their sharp thinking to the test on every project, including your business. They are no stranger to AI, but they know how to use it in a way that keeps the human touch involved in the process.

    The most important elements they will bring to the table will be audience and competitor analysis to see how real people respond to your business and what your competitors are doing. The quality data our researchers provide will be your key to success.

    Video

    Our video team is open to chasing new heights with their documentaries, interviews, advertising, and strategic filmography. They love what they do. They are always looking for opportunities to create and explore new possibilities. Our video team knows the importance of pre- and post-production.

    The final video will blow you away due to the extensive preparation, planning, and editing that have gone into it. With Soapbox being housed at BYU-Idaho, our student filmmakers learn directly from professors and mentors who have brought stories to life at major studios. That means every student videographer brings a touch of real Hollywood know‑how to your project. Our team has access to the best video equipment, ensuring you receive an industry-quality deliverable.

    MARKETING

    Marketing isn’t difficult, but it’s a hassle. Our marketing team lifts that load off your plate. You don’t need to spend big amounts of money on a marketing guru to get quality marketing strategies. Our student marketers are steeped in the latest marketing strategies straight from their classes, bringing the analytical mind to complement the creative minds of our other departments at a fraction of the cost.

    Project management

    You’ll work directly with our project managers. These are the people who will be present at every meeting, ensuring that the creative team’s work aligns with your goals. You’ll be able to discuss your vision, questions, and concerns with our project managers. They know the contract and the creative brief, ensuring that things are on schedule and that the creative elements fit within the standard. Project managers work as intermediaries between you and our creative team and facilitate communication between both. The project managers will be your direct connection to Soapbox. Think of them as your lifeline, walking you through the Soapbox creative process.

     

    DESIGN

    Our designers bring a diverse range of talents from photography and art to animation and UX design, giving you a range of options to choose from. With the help of our research team, each design is backed by verified data. This ensures that everything from the font and color has a purpose. No detail is random. Our designers hit deadlines while also delivering to you a one-of-a-kind design.

     

    copy

    Copy and print isn’t just grammar and spellcheck. While those are essential, our copywriters are prepared to tackle any written content you may need. Think of copywriters as King Midas—we bring them onto every project for that golden touch. Whether it’s developing a brand’s voice, creating the groundwork for a video, or rewriting a story lacking character, our copywriters are prepared for whatever comes their way. Script writing, web content, social media: our copywriters have done it all. The perks of working with our undergraduate copywriters are many. You will find that our students are constantly exposed to a variety of media in their classes, from Shakespearean dramas to everyday social media posts. Having these individuals on your team will provide you with the right story for your brand.

    ready to start? 

    Let’s get you on your soapbox

    Whether you’re ready to launch a full campaign or just exploring options, we’d love to chat!