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Softechinfra Team
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August 22, 20238 min read
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Video continues to dominate digital marketing. But the landscape has shifted significantly. Our digital marketing team has adapted strategies for the short-form era. Here's what's working in video marketing today.
82%
Internet Traffic is Video
3s
Hook Window
85%
Watch Videos on Mute
2x
Engagement vs Static
The Video Landscape
Platform Evolution
- Short-form dominates (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)
- LinkedIn video gaining importance for B2B
- Live streaming matured
- Interactive video emerging
Consumption Trends
- Mobile-first viewing
- Vertical video acceptance
- Sound-off viewing common (captions essential)
- Shorter attention spans
Content Types That Work
Short-Form
15-60 seconds, hook in first 3s, vertical format
Educational
How-to tutorials, industry insights, tips and tricks
Customer Stories
Testimonials, case studies, success stories
Product Demos
Feature showcases, use case demonstrations
Platform Strategies
YouTube
Still the search engine for video:
- SEO optimization crucial
- Longer content works (8-15 min)
- Consistency matters
- Thumbnails drive clicks
B2B goldmine for our social media marketing clients:
- Native video performs best
- Professional content
- Share expertise
- Engage in comments
Instagram/TikTok
Discovery focus:
- Trend participation
- Authentic content
- Entertainment value
- Consistent posting
"Authenticity beats production value every time. Your audience wants to connect with real people, not polished commercials. Focus on the message, not the equipment."
Production Quality
💡 What Actually Matters: Good audio quality, adequate lighting, clear message, and engaging presenter. What doesn't matter? Perfect production value, expensive equipment, lengthy editing, or over-polish.
Distribution Strategy
Repurposing Content
One video becomes multiple assets:
- YouTube full version
- LinkedIn native post
- Instagram Reels clips
- Twitter snippets
- Blog post embed
Measuring Success
Key metrics:
- View count and reach
- Engagement rate
- Watch time/completion
- Click-through rate
- Conversion impact
For more on content strategy, read our LinkedIn B2B Marketing Guide.
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