Generating Leads with Adaptive Intro Forms

Adaptive intro forms in Cinema8 allow you to collect viewer information, turning your videos into lead-generation tools. These forms can be placed at the start of a video or added as interactive widgets, helping you grow your audience and integrate leads into your CRM.

Whether you want to collect email addresses, qualify prospects, or expand your sales funnel, adaptive intro forms make it simple and effective.

How to Add Adaptive Intro Forms to Your Video

Option 1: Using the Introduction Form

The introduction form is a pre-designed element placed at the start of your video to collect essential viewer details.

Step 1: Open Your Video in Cinema8 Creative Studio

Step 2: Add the Introduction Form

Drag the Introduction Element from the Elements Panel onto your video timeline.
Position it at the start of your video.

Step 3: Configure the Introduction Form

Choose from the following available fields:

Name
Surname
Email
Intro (a short text field, such as a question or comment)
Terms & Conditions (a checkbox for compliance)

Mark fields as required if needed by checking the relevant boxes.

Step 4: Save Your Form

Once configured, click Save to finalize the form.
It will now appear as the first interaction in your video.

Option 2: Using the Widget Element

The widget element allows you to add a form anywhere in your video for a more flexible lead-generation approach.

Step 1: Open the Elements Panel

Go to the Elements Panel in Creative Studio and select the Widget Element.

Step 2: Add a Form Widget

Drag the widget onto your timeline and position it where you want the form to appear.

Step 3: Choose a Lead Generation Form

From the Widget Library, select a Lead Generation Form template.

Step 4: Customize the Widget Form

Open the Properties Panel to adjust:

Form Fields (e.g., email, phone number, or comments)
Style and Branding (e.g., colors, fonts, and buttons)
Behavior (e.g., what happens after submission or when skipped)

Step 5: Save and Preview

Save your changes and use the Preview function to ensure the form appears and behaves as intended.

Best Practices for Lead Generation

Keep forms simple: Avoid asking for unnecessary details to improve completion rates.
Use clear CTAs: Guide viewers on why they should fill out the form.
Test placement: Try different form locations to optimize conversion rates.

Next Steps

Start generating leads effortlessly with adaptive intro forms and integrate them seamlessly into your CRM for maximum impact!