Is My First Attempt at a Short PC Product Video Good Enough?

[Barry Carlton]

The title is my main question. Secondary is content. I have several super tips like this that can (or not) feature/mention PC products. Many are under 2-3 minutes like this one. Some are closer to 10-15 min. I know the sound was low (don't know how to fix that. Keep in mind this was my very first attempt at something link this to be uploaded.http://www.facebook.com/video/editvideo.php?v=1655969731530#!/pages/Barry-Carlton-your-Pampered-Chef-Consultant/130299197028584

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

The link only brings me to the main "video" page of facebook.
I do know this - any video, whether marked private or not, can SHOW the tools, can mention the tools by name, but you cannot under any circumstances mention that you're a consultant or your personal website.
For example, you cannot say "the Pampered Chef mix n' scraper", you can only call it a "mix n' scraper". You know what I mean?
The only place we're allowed to advertise consultant status online is via statuses and profiles on facebook. Videos are too widespread (even if it is uploaded to FB) and cannot contain that information.
My NED uses videos to help train us, here's a link to how SHE does it to not break rules.
YouTube - TheAllstartraining's Channel

 

[Barry Carlton]

I'll try again
http://www.facebook.com/video/editvideo.php?v=1655969731530#!/pages/Barry-Carlton-your-Pampered-Chef-Consultant/130299197028584
or

YouTube - Super easy parmesan salad baskets

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

It looks great! No lines crossed whatsoever! In fact, the "Pampered Chef 8" saute" (or however you said it) is probably fine also.

 

[babywings76]

I'm trying to find a thread where LeftyMac (Keith) posted about how he was wanting to do some recipe demo videos to share online. He wrote about what exactly he was wanting to do and what HO's response was to him. Wish I could remember what the title of the thread was...

 

[ChefShalon]

I dont think there is a problem with mentioning the fact that it is pc product. As long as your not selling directly on the web or saying your website or that you are a consultant.

 

[Barry Carlton]

I'm trying to find a thread where LeftyMac (Keith) posted about how he was wanting to do some recipe demo videos to share online. He wrote about what exactly he was wanting to do and what HO's response was to him. Wish I could remember what the title of the thread was...

My idea is to follow the suggestions on "content" I found on CC with mild references and attempted product placement.

 

[julmarsala]

Here is the post from LeftyMac that I think was being referenced above - very helpful - thanks Leftymac!!

"Originally Posted by leftymac
Here is the email I sent to them, along with their answers next to my questions.

My question is, what constitutes "Pampered Chef® Content?" I am interested in developing my own online cooking show, not for the purpose of selling products, but for the purpose of sharing the love of cooking. My intent is to place these videos on youtube and share them on my private Facebook page. Seeing as my kitchen is full of Pampered Chef products they would be used in the video. I do not plan to include a link to my personal website in the videos, but would invite viewers to email me with any questions.

Because of this, I have several questions:

1) Am I allowed to mention that I am an Independent Consultant with The Pampered Chef®? - You are not permitted to reference The Pampered Chef in the video. However, you must state that you are an an Indepedent Consultant.
2) Am I allowed to mention the products I am using by name? - You are not permitted to mention the products by name
3) Am I allowed to say "If you would like more information about the recipes I have made or the products I have used, please email me at "? - Yes, you may provide your email address
4) Are the videos, as I have outlined above, even allowed? Videos are allowed, but they must be generic in nature and may not include reference to The Pampered Chef.
5) Per the policy, what constitutes "Pampered Chef® content? Pampered Chef content is anything related to The Pampered Chef. You many not mention the company by name, not can you wear/include Pampered Chef logo apparel, including but not limited to aprons, hats, shirts etc."

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

I believe Keith's email to HO was BEFORE the new policies with FB were set into place. Not sure though.

 

[pcsharon1]

I believe Keith's email to HO was BEFORE the new policies with FB were set into place. Not sure though.

That's what I'm thinking, too. Maybe this needs to be addressed with HO again now that we are allowed to post on Facebook.

 

[babywings76]

Actually, I think it was after the new policies were in place. Thanks for finding that julmarsala!

 

[wadesgirl]

Yes Keith's post was just this fall.

 

[ChefBeckyD]

Yes, Keith's post was with the current Media Policies. If you read through the thread with his post, you'll see the conversation about this.

 

[NooraK]

If in doubt, as HO. They're fairly quick to respond back to you. The PG does specifically address videos as well, although it does refer to YouTube, not FB.

But I would say just email HO. You'll get an official answer.