The Communications Vault

I can install an electric circuit in a house, tile a new floor or backsplash, and replace the guts of a toilet. It’s easy to get caught up in the money you can save by doing the work yourself, and sometimes it’s even fun! But let’s face it, you do run a few risks. Maybe it’s not up to your spouse’s expectations, or, just as important, up to code. Anyway, how could you know? It’s not your “day job.” Or maybe your adventure ends up costing more because you screwed something up and have to redo it.

Some of us do-it-yourselfers draw the line when the task requires too many tricks-of–the-trade or too many specialized tools. Or it just doesn’t appeal to us (like replacing the back door and screen door on my 100 year-old house which required too much math and patience). People who know me, stop laughing! (more…)

Five Tips for clients working with a production house, ad agency, or interactive development firm.

No one likes to be surprised by an invoice that is higher than expected, or a product that is delivered later than expected. Or, probably the most frustrating, receiving something that is nowhere near what you expected.

Here are some simple tips to help set your video, website, DVD, print piece or other custom creation up for success. (more…)