what is elokutio?
a next-generation audio description (AD) service that leverages leading-edge technologies through the two steps of the production process:
1. The most advanced
AD script writing tool
Optimized through sophisticated, proven methods and algorithms:
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speech/non-speech
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facial biometrics
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video and image analysis
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synthetic voice
Benefits
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efficiency
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optimal quality
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cost savings
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time savings
2. The most innovative approaches to audio output generation
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exclusive use of patented software to fast-track the recording process and improve the quality of human-voice ADs
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next-generation synthetic voice allows us to release a fully balanced and mixed audio track in minutes, instead of days
Benefits
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efficiency and effectiveness
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sustained quality
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cost savings
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time savings
how is elokutio different?
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our production pipeline was developed by an applied research centre
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five person-years of R&D went into its development
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thanks to this sophisticated tool:
- our AD writers can complete projects 30% to 50% faster
- they remain focused on the artistic aspects of their work
- by design our tools and services support multiple languages, opening the door to significant economies of scope
audio output:
two options to choose from
human voice
This first implementation of elokutio is similar to traditional audio descriptions available from our competitor, except...
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time to delivery - 30% faster *
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you save 15% to 25% **
Languages available:
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English (American)
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French (International, French, Canadian)
* subject to resource availability
** varies by market
synthetic voice
This version of elokutio is a game changer in the audio description field...
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time to delivery - 50% faster *
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you save 30 to 45% **
Languages available:
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English (American)
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French (French, Canadian, Belgium)
Planned:
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Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese
* subject to ressource availability
** varies by market
production
when you use elokutio for your audio descriptions, you get professional services from A to Z…
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a team of trained and experienced AD writers
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established and fine-tuned production processes
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professional actors and technicians (human voice)
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editorial review and quality assurance
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systematic project management
compliance
All elokutio™'s audio descriptions are produced according to the guidelines set by the Canadian broadcasting industry's Described Video Best Practices (DVBP) Committee.
elokutio™ uses these practices for:
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artistic guidelines – when it comes to writing AD scripts (e.g. style, tone, individual characteristics)
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technical guidelines – when setting parameters for audio output (e.g. volume, peak levels, etc.)
