What Is the Future of Video Marketing?

Last Updated: December 16, 2021

94% of marketers find video marketing a key element in their marketing strategy, reports Vidyard. That is why video is now crucial to make your brand visible, reach out to audiences, and stay ahead in the game. To help create videos that make an impact, we look into the future of video marketing, in this article.

“Over 85% of teens believe they can do anything if there is a YouTube how-to on it means that marketers need to fully utilize the format of video. Marketers need to remember that video platforms, such as YouTube, are huge search engines and without a presence there it’s essentially like not showing up on Google,” said Leah LoganOpens a new window , VP of Media Products at InmarOpens a new window  IntelligenceOpens a new window , exclusively to MarTech Advisor. This goes to show, your audience may not be looking for your content on web search engines at all, which is why video and YouTube are an integral part of your strategy. 

Video is where brands are grabbing consumers’ attention, and marketers are integrating their brand messages in videos to help users discover and buy their products. Video marketing, initially popularized by YouTube, has gone on to dominate most social media platforms, such as Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok, and Instagram. Video marketing must add value to customers so as to appeal and stand out on these platforms.

With consumers inundated with hundreds of marketing messages a day, it’s more important than ever that brand video marketing strategies focus on connecting with consumers in meaningful ways.

~ Danielle CravattOpens a new window , SVP, Client Partnerships, VDX.tvOpens a new window , exclusively to MarTech Advisor

Since video marketing is becoming increasingly essential, there is a need for smart videos that provide value and have a unique appeal. In an exclusive chat, Brian McNeillOpens a new window , Co-founder & COO, StringrOpens a new window , said, “we are seeing growing interest in sponsored video content – particularly timely, relevant “edutainment” programming designed for YouTube. The idea being these segments are entertaining enough to watch and share while providing the brand a halo by being associated with the video.”

Let’s find out why online video is the future of video marketing.

Chris RoebuckOpens a new window , CEO, ClicktivatedOpens a new window title="Opens a new window" target="_blank" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> shared three reasons video marketing is essentialOpens a new window :

  1. It helps you keep up with the latest trends and stay relevant and competitive.
  2. It helps your customers discover your products more engagingly.
  3. And with new technology and innovative formats, you can stay ahead in a competitive landscape by updating your technology and tweaking your strategy.
     

Therefore, marketers should be able to look into the crystal ball and predict the future of video marketing to ace their digital marketing game.

The Future of Video Marketing According to the Experts

We reached out and asked experts about what’s next in video marketing, here’s what they had to say:

Danielle Cravatt: The future of video marketing will require that brands make those connections across all screens, seamlessly delivering video messaging to consumers wherever they are, whether that be on their phones, computers, or living room couches watching TV. The rapid growth we’ve seen in the OTT space means that video will play a significant role in marketing media plans, with marketers using the precision of digital to reach consumers on connected TVs and personal devices at scale.

Emily AnthonyOpens a new window , Senior Director, Media Services at MerkleOpens a new window : This goes without saying, but the current proliferation of video streaming services signals big changes for TV advertising. It will be interesting to see how monetization evolves alongside subscriber loyalty in premium content environments.

Leah Logan: As subscriptions to influencer videos grow, the opportunity for a beneficial partnership arises with it. Brands are able to deploy more creative campaigns through influencers who are able to deliver more trusted messages. YouTube also covers almost every demographic as well, so the opportunity is consistent across the platform. For the next few years we will see a heavier investment in video marketing as well as a reliance on more adequate metrics to track return on investment. Marketers need to continue to invest in tying the impact of video marketing to actual returns both on and offline.

Video Marketing Trends for Success

Bite-sized, interactive, experimental, and personalized videos seem to be a clear step forward. Marketers will get experimental with video content and video marketing platforms like Tik-Tok will continue to gain traction. We will see marketers leveraging technology to entice viewers and artfully blend their brand message in engaging video formats.

Let’s learn more about the present and upcoming trends for you to get the most out of:

1. Bite-sized and short-form videos to gain traction
 

In this article on video marketing trendsOpens a new window , we discussed how TikTok surpassed Instagram in 2019 to become a hit among Gen-Zers and millennials. We also saw Twitter innovating with their 6-second video ads, Facebook’s short video ads, and Instagram & Snapchat’s short video ads to stay in the game.

We will see this trend continuing in the future. Brands will try to capture the ‘short’ attention span of viewers with crisp messaging. We will see more ultra-short videos that focus on key product features, capture micro-moments of customer interaction, and share sneak peeks to pique consumer interest and create awareness.

2. Interactive videos will gain momentum
 

Interactive content gives users control. When the user drives content they become more aware and engaged, therefore, amplifying your marketing message. Interactive videos are more relatable and shareable, and we will see more of them in the future.

Interactive videos are also trackable, and you can accurately measure and analyze the paths taken by the consumer to understand the cause and impact of conversions. They are great for brand recall because the user is engaged and drives the video. A thoughtfully designed interactive video can enhance user experience and motivate them to buy from you.

Learn More: 5 Simple Interactive Marketing Ideas for 2020Opens a new window

3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven videos for better personalization
 

Can videos be personalized? Yes. Many brands have not yet adopted the personalized video marketing strategy. But for hyper-personalized, targeted content, we need to craft personalized and relevant messages. And hyper-personalized video marketing can elicit the right kind of emotional response from the consumers.

We will see marketers using AI to understand customer preferences and create different creatives for different consumer bases and serve the relevant video to a targeted user base. Moreover, AI-driven analytics can help marketers understand the performance of different videos in real-time and tweak their video marketing strategy according to consumer preferences. With AI-driven video marketing, you can expect your branded videos to perform better and drive more conversions.

Learn More: Video Intelligence Trends 2020 & 2019 Year in ReviewOpens a new window

4. Drones Video footage to propel video marketing
 

Drone videos can elevate your marketing message. Although we haven’t seen many brands, apart from travel brands, investing in drone footage, we expect drone footage to create exceptional video experiences in the future.

Drone footage can help create better experiential campaigns for your users, putting you ahead in the competition and creating memorable experiences for your viewers. It will help in improving brand awareness and brand recall because now people can see the ‘reality’ of your products and services, which is different from augmented and virtual reality. You can use drone videos to capture granular demonstration of your products and services and create authentic experiences for your audience.

Wrapping Up

The future of video marketing lies in technology, innovation, AI, analytics, and adapting to customers’ dynamic needs. Remember, a personalized video with a touch of reality can help catapult your efforts to the next level.

For a successful video marketing strategy, create engaging and enticing experiences for consumers by finding success in short-videos, creating engaging micro-moments, and crafting memorable experiences that inspire action.

How are you gearing up for the future of video marketing? Share with us on Twitter,Opens a new window LinkedIn,Opens a new window  or FacebookOpens a new window ; we’re always listening!

Vandita Grover
Vandita Grover

Contributor, Ziff Davis B2B

Vandita is a passionate writer and IT enthusiast. She is a Computer Lecturer by profession at the University of Delhi. She has previously worked as a Software Engineer with Aricent Technologies. Vandita writes for MarTech Advisor as a freelance contributor.
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