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We’re the Number One provider of Video Resumes
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SavvyPaper provides you with a professionally enhanced video resume and an accompanying professional eye-catching memorable presentation. Both are fully synchronized and seamlessly integrated with a dynamic client interface to give you an edge. |
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Who uses your services and products? |
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There’s quite a long list. These are just a few of the groups benefiting from our services: College students looking for that first job out of college. Experienced individuals wishing to highlight their talent and assets for their next job or promotion. Executives, where their personality is as important as their experience. A SavvyPaper video resume conveys the entire persona. Anyone looking for a job that wants a competitive edge. Anyone in sales or promotions that wishes to highlight his/her services. Staffing companies that wish to differentiate their clients to prospective employers. Companies desiring to increase the market exposure to their products and services.
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How is SavvyPaper different from all of the other video resume websites? |
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SavvyPaper is completely different from all other video websites. We are the only site to provide you with a professional service that turns your average video into a professionally enhanced video resume, which gives you an edge over the competition. Click here to see Examples |
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Why do I need your product and service? |
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With the explosion of video on the internet, video resumes are fast becoming the differentiator that recruiters and employers are turning to for the thousands of candidates applying for the same job. They literally read hundreds of text resumes each and every day. They find your resume and your competitors’ resumes using Key Words. Our professionally enhanced video resume provides you with an extra edge that will get you noticed and selected for the actual interview (read here what employers are saying about video resumes). We put your best face forward. |
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Who creates the professional presentation that accompanies my video resume? |
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We do. Our experts are here to help you put your best face forward. |
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Do you provide professional presentation templates? |
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Absolutely. We provide cutting edge enhanced professional templates. Click here to see samples of our professional templates.You can also visit our affiliate and choose from the thousands of available templates. We offer this as a free service. Energize PowerPoint Presentations with 3D, Flash, Templates, Backgrounds, Photos, Plugins, Charts & More Energize PowerPoint with stunning 3D transition effects, cool Flash animations, sophisticated 3D charts, TV-style animated 3D titles, beautiful templates, inspiring photos and more! For more information, please visit www.CrystalGraphics.com. |
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How do I select a professional template? |
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Do you provide your clients with a script to help them get started? |
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How do I create an audio file? |
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If you are new to computers and/or new to recording sound, we have created a "How to Record Audio Tutorial". This tutorial uses the free Sound Recorder software that comes pre-installed with every Windows computer. Otherwise, you can use any audio software of your liking. Our server accepts .wav and .mp3 files. |
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How do I send my video to you? |
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Do I need to edit my video before sending it to you? |
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No, SavvyPaper does all the work. You send us your video (less than 3 minutes long), unedited. We will edit it for you with our staff of expert video editors. |
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How can employers and recruiters see my video resume? |
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We send you a link. You can post this link in a text resume, on a website, anywhere really. |
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Does SavvyPaper provide free hosting? |
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Yes! SavvyPaper provides 3-6 months of free hosting. Our high speed servers minimize loading time, which means when you click your video resume link it will load and play very quickly. This service is included in your package. |
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How much is hosting after the 3-6 months? |
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SavvyPaper will continue hosting your video for another 6 months for just $10.00 |
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How do I create the video? |
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We recommend using a tripod or a flat, sturdy surface for your camera. You also will want to use a microphone, which will eliminate echo and eliminate most background noise. A friend's assistance can also be very helpful. They can offer great feedback and ensure your video is recording properly. |
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Is it complicated to create a video resume? |
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No, SavvyPaper does most of the work for you. If you want to keep it simple, you can order our Silver Package where you simply provide us with a professional picture and a quality audio recording of your resume message.(Click to see packages). |
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What if I want to create my own video, can I do that? |
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Sure, you can create your own video. We recommend you use a digital video recorder. While there are digital cameras, webcams and video phones, their quality isn’t as good. The last thing you want is a grainy, choppy video. That’s why we recommend using a digital video recorder. |
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What if I want to post the video on any of the thousands of job sites? |
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No problem, just send us a request and we will be happy to provide you with a .wmv, which you can post anywhere that accepts video resumes. As part of our service we host your video free for 6 months and provide you with a link. |
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Is there any size limit to the video? |
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Our server accepts videos up to 100MB. This is much greater than you would ever realistically need. |
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What forms of payment does SavvyPaper accept? |
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We currently accept Master Card, Visa, and Paypal. Sign up for a free account today. |
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How long does it take to create my video resume? |
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We suggest budgeting about 1 hour of your time to record your video. Practice! Practice! Practice! The wonderful thing about a video recording is that if you make a mistake or say something you wish to change, you simply rerecord it. Check out how many times one can practice.Out Takes! |
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How long can I make my video resume? |
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Most video resumes should be between 1-2 minutes long and never longer than 3 minutes. Recruiters and employers will only spend about 1-2 minutes watching a video. |
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Can I embed my email address in my Savvy video? |
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Yes, of course. This is another free service that we offer in all of our packages. This allows the recruiter/employer to email you immediately right from your Savvy video. For promotional videos it allows your customers to immediately and effortlessly contact you. |
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Can you link to my detailed text resume? |
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Yes, of course. We offer embedded links as part of the Savvy Service. We link to your resume, or website from within your video resume. This is ideal for recruiters/employers wishing to view your detailed resume. |
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How long will you host my video resume on your server? |
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We will host it for 6 months for free. |
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What is the purpose of the TOC (Table of Contents)? |
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Our TOC is a dynamic enhancement interface allowing recuiters and employers to easily maneuver through your video resume with a simple click of the mouse. |
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What if I want to make different videos for different job types? |
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We get that question a lot. Use promotional code '241' and get a two for one. Most of our clients take advantage of this to target different careers or employers. |
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What if I want to create my own |
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Of course, SavvyPaper will support numerous customizations. |
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What about sound. How do you ensure high quality sound? |
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How will I know when it is ready? |
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SavvyPaper will send you an email when we have posted your professionally enhanced video resume on our server. (Click here to get started) |
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My friend saw my SavvyPaper resume and he wants one? |
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Send him/her the "refer a friend" coupon that was emailed to you with your order and you both can save. |
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Once I upload my video file, how long will it take SavvyPaper to create the final professionally enhanced version? |
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Typically it requires 24-48 hours to create your professionally enhanced video resume. |
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No, we are very inexpensive. Packages start as low as $99. |
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What if I would like to make a change to my video resume? |
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While we are confident you will be thrilled with our service and product, you can request changes within 3 days of your video posting on our website and we will modify it for free. |
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Yes we do. We constantly update it with new fresh tips and other helpful information on audio and video resumes, as well as how to use video as a marketing tool for companies wishing to expand and grow their market share by reaching the largest markets for their products and services. http://savvypaper.blogspot.com/ |
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