U.S. Army Military Intelligence Officer
The Business Problem
The U.S. Army needed a compelling, professionally produced video to recruit and inspire the next generation of officers into the Military Intelligence branch. With one of the most nuanced and complex career paths in the Army, this branch required a video that could clearly communicate what the role entails while making it feel like an exciting and meaningful career choice.
What We Fixed
- Leveraged rare on-base access via a Common Access Card (CAC) to conduct authentic soldier interviews at military installations, lending the video a credibility that stock footage simply can't match - Integrated declassified footage from the Department of Defense video archive to add historical context and visual depth to the narrative - Built a story-driven format that walks prospective officers through the real scope of a Military Intelligence career — from training to deployment to strategic impact
Estimated Business Impact
Recruitment content for a specialized branch like Military Intelligence has an outsized effect — the right candidate needs to self-identify, and a well-crafted video does that filtering organically. This production helps the Army attract higher-quality, more informed applicants to one of its most critical officer tracks. As part of a full branch series, it also contributes to a cohesive, professional recruitment presence that strengthens West Point's standing as the premier source of U.S. Army officers.