uc scout

agency partner to busy in-house production team

Content Development Production Post Production

challenge

Act as extension of in-house team for seamless execution

UC Scout is a non-profit organization with a mission emphasis on advancing the academic success of California’s educationally underserved students, this includes free resources to California public schools. The Scout team develops and executes online classes and curriculums for high school students in California and worldwide.

Scout has an existing team dedicated to launching new courses and maintaining existing programs. This includes producers, instructional designers, subject matter experts, and an in-house studio team. Our challenge was to seamlessly integrate with Scout’s internal team and their existing workflows, adhering to strict academic standards, all while maintaining the established Scout signature look and feel. As a strong agency partner, Edios wanted to provide additional value by introducing Scout to our tested tactics to developing and producing successful online courses.

We were excited to partner with Scout to help the team launch four courses, covering topics including AP Physics: Electricity and Magnetism, AP African American Studies, and even training high school teachers on how to lead virtual classrooms.

solution

Content Development

We worked closely with Scout’s instructional designers and subject matter experts early in course development to translate their curriculum into engaging video lessons. We integrated Scout’s script templates and review processes with our expertise in developing content across diverse subjects and visual styles. Ultimately, we ensured that all course video scripts are created to meet Scout’s academic standards and provide a visually engaging experience for its learners while adhering to a strict script-writing schedule.

Production

We developed a detailed production plan designed to adhere to multiple Scout stakeholders across the entire course creation process. Scout provided studio space and we brought in our trusted crew members to work within this space and within the studio guidelines When a course required an on-screen instructor, we conduct casting sessions and hire actors that reflect the Scout brand. We also coached internal subject matter experts that may appear on-screen or as voice-over talent.

Post Production

Edios was responsible for designing original animation and motion graphics that adhered to the Scout existing style. We’ve managed the development of over 300 minutes of unique animation for 100+ videos with both an overseas animation studio and a US-based designer. The complexity of the subject matter, especially in areas like Physics, required an efficient workflow and close collaboration with multiple stakeholders. These stakeholders had to review the content at various stages to insure the academic rigor.. We refined the animation process to be agile and responsive to feedback while maintaining Scout’s established academic and design standards.

results

Created a reliable partnership by delivering high quality content.

Through our close collaboration, Scout has found a trusted partner in us that alleviates their workload while ensuring content is delivered to the highest academic standards. We have built a strong understanding of Scout’s internal processes, enabling us to anticipate their needs and efficiently deliver content aligned with their vision.

We introduced Scout to some of Edios’ processes as well. We trained them how to track hundreds of videos with multiple stakeholders across the entire course creation process. Now they can integrate our expertise in their operations.

And because we did such a stellar job, they continue to use our services to launch additional courses as part of their aggressive course launch schedule.

Project 1: AP Physics:

Edios created 93 animated videos on electricity and magnetism. We redesigned and enhanced visual content; and, expanded course scope for deeper content and visual development.

Project 2: Teaching in the Digital Classroom:

We made 38 videos for two courses focused on educating teachers about digital instruction. Edios provided content development, light copywriting, production oversight, animation design, and video editing. We were given the task to create an elevated look that was based on the Scout existing branding and we delivered a dynamic-looking course with original animation and motion graphic design.

Project 3: AP African American Studies:

We consulted on 64 scripts to ensure that the content was engaging. We converted each script into a written storyboards that includes suggestions for images, videos, and original animation that will tell a more powerful story.

“Working with Edios on our projects has been an outstanding experience from start to finish. Elizabeth, Michael, Celeste, and Darcy make everything feel effortless and stress-free, thanks to their proactive approach to problem-solving and their ability to adapt smoothly to the inevitable changes that come with any project.

Their professionalism shines in every interaction, but what really sets them apart is the way they bring humor, fun, and a human touch to the process. I truly look forward to each step of our collaboration, knowing our content is in such capable and creative hands.”

LEAH o’GRADY | project manager, UC SCOUT
“Working with the team at Edios Media was a rewarding experience, especially a production ‘newbie.’ They were organized, attentive, and truly understood my vision. I can’t wait to work with them again in the future.”

JACKEY taggert | curriculum designer, teaching in the digital classroom