Linza agency

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Commuication coordinator of International Renaissance Foundation

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The International Renaissance Foundation (IRF) is one of the largest Ukrainian charitable foundations that has been developing an open society in Ukraine since 1990. We work on the development of Ukraine in which human rights are securely protected and positive changes work for the benefit of the citizens. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Linza agency to accomplish?

• To create six videos in reels format for our Instagram about EU values

SOLUTION

How did you find Linza agency?

Referral

Why did you select Linza agency over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Linza agency were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

• Creation of 6 videos in a vertical format lasting 60-90 seconds with a combination of collage and hand-drawn animation;
• Providing suggestions on the design, reduction and changes in the text of the script, adaptation of the script;
• Storybording each video according to the script;
• Drawing of individual graphic elements of the video;
• Motion design;
• Studio voice-over of the characters of each video;
• Subtitling in Ukrainian and English;
• Designing cover images for videos in reels format;

The purpose of the videos is to tell about European values, their content and connection with the values of Ukrainians in a popular and informal manner. In each of the 6 videos, a prominent Ukrainian figure of the past will talk about the content of a particular EU value through the prism of their own experience, creativity, etc. (Taras, Vasyl, Alla, etc.).

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

quality of the final result and good coverage of the videos after distribution in social media

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project manager was always in touch, made changes in a timely manner in accordance with the feedback, and provided clear and concise information about the project's progress and interim results. 

What was your primary form of communication with Linza agency?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The agency team fully shared the values of our organization and offered interesting and original ideas on how they could be implemented in the visuals. The animation and visual style they came up with fully reflected our ideas, and we were impressed by this match of ideas. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Linza agency could have done differently?

There is no limit to perfection, but in the case of cooperation with our organization, we cannot single out areas where something was not of sufficient quality in our work

UPDATED REVIEW

This review was published on March 17, 2023.

Oleksandra Oberenko
Communication Coordinator, IRF
Nonprofit

Kyiv, Ukraine

11-50 Employees

Nov 2022 - Jan 2023

Less than $10,000

Verified

Project summary
Linza agency produced a short animated video for a charitable foundation. The video explains European values and why their protection and promotion in Ukraine are essential.

Feedback summary
Thanks to Linza's work, the client saw an increase in views and shares. The team was easygoing, flexible, and operative. They were interested in understanding the company's ideas and values before developing a script and storyboard.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Communication Coordinator of International Renaissance Foundation

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The International Renaissance Foundation (IRF) is one of the largest Ukrainian charitable foundations that has been developing an open society in Ukraine.T he foundation was founded by the philanthropist George Soros and is part of the Open Society Foundations international network.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Linza agency to accomplish?

• To make a short animated video explainer about European values

SOLUTION

How did you find Linza agency?

Referral

Why did you select Linza agency over others?

Great culture fit, Good value for cost, Company values aligned, Other

What was the size of Linza agency’s team?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We hired Linza agency to create a short animated video (and its voiceover) explaining European values and why their protection and promotion in Ukraine are essential. We plan to distribute this video among our target audience to increase their awareness of the basic principles of European values.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• We are more interested in qualitative results, which are difficult to measure in the short term, than quantitative ones. However, the number of views and shares can be an indicator.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project management style was easygoing, flexible, and operative. We had a shared chat on Telegram for up-to-date and fast communication with the team. Linza's team was interested in understanding our idea and values before helping us create a script and storyboard. We held several short online meetings where we aligned our requests with Linza's capabilities.

There was no need to control the process from our side, as Linza's project manager kept us informed about every change and step in the making process. The team was also flexible enough to hear out every change we suggested and integrate it even when the video was almost finished.

Ultimately, Linza delivered a 5-minute animated video explaining to the audience how European values took shape and transformed through centuries; how those values define European aid to Ukraine during the full-scale russian invasion and why those values are worth fighting for. The video was uploaded on Youtube on the 20th of February and now has 1,466 authorized views.

The Facebook post to promote the video on our Facebook page gained 364 likes and 66 shares. For a charity's foundation FB page - that is a very good result. Due to the blackouts in Ukraine, we were unable to keep to the schedule we made at the beginning. Still, Linza's team managed to finish almost on time. Linza informed us about the delay beforehand, so we could adjust our plans to the situation on time.

What was your primary form of communication with Linza agency?

Virtual Meeting, Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The team has a good sense of the request's context, tries to understand its contractor, and works not only on the result (i.e., the finished product) but also on the added value of this result (i.e., its positive impact on the target audiences). Correspondingly, the finished product fulfills its task and conveys to our audience the messages we put in it.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Linza agency could have done differently?

I have only one suggestion - to have a Ukrainian version of the website.

STAR RATINGS:
Overall rating: 5 In summary, our experience with Linza was successful, convenient and met our expectations.

Quality: 5 e are satisfied with the result because it meets our expectations and initial requests.

Cost: 4 The cost of their work fully corresponded to the market price and the quality of the result.

Schedule: 4 Due to the blackouts, we were unable to keep to the schedule we made at the beginning. Still, Linza's team managed to finish almost on time.

Willing to refer: 5  We have no hesitation in recommending Linza to our partners.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Events coordinator of Ukrainian-Danish Youth house

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Youth support

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Linza agency to accomplish?

• Make youth-led school about communications
• Educate youth how to build their career in creative sector

SOLUTION

How did you find Linza agency?

They reached out to us

Why did you select Linza agency over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Linza agency were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The scope of our cooperation with Linza Agency in the basis of our project “Creative Linza Academy” involved designing and implementing a comprehensive curriculum focused on preparing youngsters for the creative sector. This included: 

• Curriculum Development: Collaborating with Creative Linza Academy to develop a structured curriculum tailored to the needs of aspiring professionals in the creative industry. This involved outlining course objectives, designing lesson plans, and selecting appropriate learning materials. 
• Skill Development Workshops: Conducting hands-on workshops to impart practical skills essential for success in the creative sector. These workshops covered areas such as graphic design, digital marketing, content creation, video production, and creative writing. 
• Industry Insights Sessions: Organizing sessions with industry experts to provide students with valuable insights into current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the creative field. These sessions helped students gain a deeper understanding of the industry landscape and potential career pathways. 
• Project-based Learning: Facilitating project-based learning experiences where students could apply their newly acquired skills to real-world scenarios. This approach fostered creativity, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration among students. 
• Portfolio Development: Assisting students in building professional portfolios showcasing their work and accomplishments. This included providing guidance on portfolio presentation, content selection, and refinement to help students stand out to potential employers or clients. 
• Evaluation and Feedback: Regularly assessing student progress through assignments, quizzes, and projects, and providing constructive feedback to support their growth and development. This ensured that students received personalized guidance to enhance their skills and capabilities

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Outcomes for the project: 

1. Skilled Communication Team Member: The individual who participated in Creative Linza Academy's education program was later been hired by us and demonstrated proficiency in key areas relevant to communication. They brought valuable knowledge and skills acquired during their education, contributing effectively to our team's projects and initiatives. 
2. Community Engagement through Volunteer. The member of Creative Linza Academy actively participated in our community engagement efforts, contributing their time and skills to support various projects and events after and became our volunteer. 
3. Professional Development: Both the hired team member and the volunteer benefited from valuable professional development opportunities through their involvement with linza. They gained hands-on experience, expanded their networks, and developed new skills that will serve them well in their future endeavors in the creative sector.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Linza agency has a highly independent and well-organized team. Though their team is small, they’re highly skilled professionals and know how to make projects. Additionally they very pleasant in communication and responsible in timing. We were always calm that under their guidance the space and students are safe.

What was your primary form of communication with Linza agency?

• In-Person Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their enthusiasm and desire to experiment with new formats. We gathered lots of new insights from our cooperation. Also I found impressive their attention to people and positive atmosphere between team members

Are there any areas for improvement or something Linza agency could have done differently?

None of what I can see. They slowly growing and I wish them to continue their way of dealing with things on different levels

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project manager of KSE Graduate Business School

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) is a private educational institution in Ukraine that unites KSE University, KSE Graduate Business School, KSE Institute, and KSE Foundation.  The main goal of KSE is to create the intellectual basis for a strong and innovative economy of Ukraine

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Linza agency to accomplish?

• Services for placing the Client's advertising and informational materials on the Internet

SOLUTION

How did you find Linza agency?

Colleagues' recommendation

Why did you select Linza agency over others?

Colleagues' recommendation

How many teammates from Linza agency were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Placement of information materials in 10 leading Ukrainian media, support in signing agreements necessary for the placement of information materials

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Timely publication of information materials in 10 leading media outlets

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

All clauses of the contract were fulfilled on time. The project manager demonstrated a proactive and client-oriented approach to work. All our suggestions and requests were considered promptly and responses were also promptly received. 

What was your primary form of communication with Linza agency?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

1. coherence of work 
2. They had a genuine interest in understanding the client's tasks.
3. search for the options for realization of tasks desirable for clients 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Linza agency could have done differently?

We didn't see any drawbacks 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Communications Manager of the Public Organization "Center for Civic Enlightenment "Almenda"

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

A public organization that deals with issues of access to Ukrainian education for children from the temporarily occupied territories, as well as recording Russia's illegal actions against children in the temporarily occupied territories and developing proposals for the reintegration of children. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Linza agency to accomplish?

• Creation of 6 animated videos (5 Reels format, one horizontal explainer video)

SOLUTION

How did you find Linza agency?

Referral

Why did you select Linza agency over others?

High ratings

How many teammates from Linza agency were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

6 animated videos were developed: 

• 5 videos up to 1 min in Reels format for different target audiences 
• 1 video for 2 minutes in horizontal format for posting on YouTube and Facebook.

Linza Team: 

• edited the provided texts for the scripts 
• created storyboards for each video 
• animated all videos 
• found and recorded the voiceover 
• developed the sound design for each video

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

 All the ordered products were created within the time specified in the contract. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Communication was always prompt and clear, understandable. 

What was your primary form of communication with Linza agency?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their speed ​​of work and quality of graphic animation are impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Linza agency could have done differently?

I liked everything

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Content & Digital Team of BRAND UKRAINE

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We promote the image of Ukraine in the world

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Linza agency to accomplish?

• Creation of content projects
• Video production

SOLUTION

How did you find Linza agency?

Referral

Why did you select Linza agency over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Linza agency were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

• Writing scripts for videos
• Collection of visual material
• Research topics
• Montage, creation of graphics and animation
• Supervision of the finished product
• Accounting

As a result of cooperation, 10 full-fledged content projects were made

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Ready-made videos that meet our briefs and standards

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Quick communication, willingness to make changes, listen to our wishes. Linza agency demonstrated flexibility, professionalism, and high-quality standards

What was your primary form of communication with Linza agency?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Visual and installation solutions that were used in the work. Good planning and accounting

Are there any areas for improvement or something Linza agency could have done differently?

I don't see those

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Communication manager of La Strada - Ukraine

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Public human rights organization that works to ensure gender equality, peacebuilding, prevention of gender-based violence, in particular, domestic violence, combating human trafficking and ensuring children's rights, promoting the implementation of human rights standards in all spheres of society and state life.

La Strada operates 2 National Hotlines, National Toll-Free Hotline on Prevention of Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking and Gender Discrimination and National Toll-Free Hot Line for Children and Youth

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Linza agency to accomplish?

• Creative animation videos
• Creative Tik Tok page for National Child hotline
• Creative videos

SOLUTION

How did you find Linza agency?

Recommend

Why did you select Linza agency over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Linza agency were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Creative and production video materials and animation videos, support for TikTok page

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Results of developing an account of TikTok page and effective promotion of video content 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They've done a perfect job of providing support and meeting deadlines.

What was your primary form of communication with Linza agency?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Friendly communication and understanding our needs, perfect teamwork 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Linza agency could have done differently?

We love Linza, everything is perfect for us 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Communication Manager of Ukraine 5AM Coalition

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

A coalition of human rights organizations that collect and document war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the Russian armed aggression in Ukraine

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Linza agency to accomplish?

• understanding of the problem statement
• high quality of the implementation of the plan
• comfortable and timely interaction and coordination

SOLUTION

How did you find Linza agency?

Other

Why did you select Linza agency over others?

Good value for cost

What was your primary form of communication with Linza agency?

Email or Messaging App

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We ordered a short video, which had to be produced in a short time and from materials at hand. Linza specialists helped to optimize the script according to our expected timeline. During the entire time, the employees provided recommendations and helped to find better solutions.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Time and deadlines
• Quality

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Project managers are maximally involved in the performance of assigned tasks. Proactively offer options if our vision cannot be implemented for some reason or if it does not fit the task. The team was highly flexible in all organizational matters.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

flexibility and ideological closeness

Are there any areas for improvement or something Linza agency could have done differently?

total satisfaction with the process of cooperation and the result

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the Head of NGO "Red'ka". Our NGO runs the project "Factoring Hub" - online platform which connects SMEs, banks and state enterprises.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Linza agency, and what were your goals?

Our goal was to create three short video explainers for our the target audiences: banks, SMEs and state enterprises. We wanted to create simple and interesting cartoons which will explain how to use our platform.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We have an interview with Linza team, they've shown us their vision of the solution of our task.

Describe the video(s) and the process in detail, including the project steps and all stages of production.

We started with a discovery meeting. The agency helped us to create drafts and the ideas. After that they took all the management for themselves, divided all the project for stages and worked exactly in time.

Who did you work with and what was the feedback process like?

We worked with a project manager. After each milestone we gave them a feedback. After that they were fixing all the inaccuracies and sent us for the audit.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We've shown our videos to our clients and they totally understood our product

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

The project management was easy to communicate. They answered quickly. It was easy to work with Linza.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They understand their client and are not afraid to offer their ideas.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

They did a good job and I have no ideas what they should improve