Promoting Remote Work & Lifestyle in Hinton, Alberta
Client: Town of Hinton – Economic Development Team
Location: Hinton, Alberta
Services: Videography, Editing, Scriptwriting, Voice Acting, Extras Casting, Graphic Design, Location Scouting
Timeline: Fall 2020, Single project delivery
Overview
Sovdi Media was engaged by the Town of Hinton to create a promotional video highlighting the community’s connectivity to nature, local businesses, and high-speed internet. The goal was to attract remote workers and business owners seeking a lifestyle change, showcasing Hinton as a destination for both professional opportunity and outdoor adventure.
The Challenge
The project required balancing multiple creative and logistical elements:
Capturing the natural beauty of Hinton and surrounding areas
Highlighting local businesses in an authentic, engaging way
Developing a narrative that resonated with remote professionals
Coordinating actors, voiceover, and graphics to create a polished final product
Scouting and managing locations to maximize scenic appeal
Our Role
Sovdi Media provided full-service production, including:
Videography & Editing – capturing the town, local businesses, and natural landscapes
Scriptwriting – crafting a compelling narrative for remote workers and business owners
Voiceover & Extras – hiring actors and voice talent to bring the story to life
Graphic Design & Location Scouting – ensuring visuals aligned with the client’s brand and messaging
Every element was designed to inspire viewers while presenting Hinton as a desirable destination for work and lifestyle.
Services Provided
Videography & Editing
Scriptwriting & Storyboarding
Voiceover Casting & Direction
Extras & Talent Coordination
Graphic Design & Motion Graphics
Location Scouting & Production Management
Outcome
The final video effectively communicated Hinton’s unique combination of connectivity, opportunity, and natural beauty. It was used by the Town’s economic development team to:
Promote remote work and business relocation
Inspire potential residents to explore Hinton’s lifestyle offerings
Highlight local businesses and community assets