Before you submit a bid, it’s essential to carefully review the full project brief. This helps you understand what the brand is asking for, determine if it’s a good fit for your skills and schedule, and build a strong, relevant bid.
Once you're awarded a project, you'll continue to use the brief throughout production to guide your work and track progress. Here's what each section of the brief includes and what to look for.
Where to Find the Project Opportunity or Brief
You can view the project brief from your project dashboard when browsing open projects.
If you’ve already accepted the project, the brief remains accessible from your project dashboard at all times.
Key Elements of the Brief
📌 Project Title: The name of the project. This is set by the brand and cannot be changed
📅 Due Date: The deadline for delivering final edits. Be sure you can realistically complete the work within this timeframe. If the due date seems tight, consider messaging the brand before submitting your bid.
🏷 Brand: The name of the brand commissioning the project.
💰 Bid: The total compensation for the project
📝 Project Description: A detailed overview from the brand outlining:
The type of video they need
Key goals or messaging
Concept ideas or creative direction
Tone, platform, and audience details (if provided)
This is one of the most important sections to read closely when deciding whether to bid and when writing your pitch.
📁 File Manager: A shared space where you and the brand can upload and access files throughout the project. At the bidding stage, this may include reference materials like example videos, mood boards, or scripts. Make sure to review all files provided.
🎬 Services: A breakdown of the production tasks included in the project, typically split into:
Pre-Production Services (e.g., scripting, storyboarding)
Post-Production Services (e.g., editing, motion graphics)
Each service may include notes or references from the brand. Once awarded, you’ll submit each service for review.
📦 Deliverables: This section outlines what final assets are required, including format, aspect ratio, and video length. Double-check that these match your capabilities before committing to a project.
If you have any questions regarding aspect ratio or video length, please confirm with the Brand in the Activity Log.
Why This Matters Before You Bid
Reviewing every brief element helps you:
Understand the full scope and expectations
Decide if the project is the right fit for your skills and availability
Build a tailored bid that addresses what the brand is asking for
For more on submitting your bid, check out Applying to Project Opportunities.