orientation video

[/ˌɔːrɪənˈteɪʃən ˈvɪdioʊ/]
nounpl: orientation videos
vídeo de orientação
1. A video presentation that introduces new employees, students, or members to an organization, institution, or process, covering essential information, policies, procedures, and expectations
All new hires must watch the orientation video before their first day of work.
Todos os novos contratados devem assistir ao vídeo de orientação antes do primeiro dia de trabalho.
2. An introductory video that explains how to use a product, service, or facility
The gym provides an orientation video to teach members how to use the equipment safely.
A academia fornece um vídeo de orientação para ensinar aos membros como usar o equipamento com segurança.
Orientation videos are standard practice in both American and Brazilian corporate culture, particularly in large multinational companies and educational institutions. In Brazil, tech companies in São Paulo often use the English term 'onboarding video' as part of modern corporate jargon, while traditional industries may prefer 'vídeo de orientação' or 'vídeo de apresentação'.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
onboarding videointroductory videoinstructional videotraining videowelcome video

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vídeo de orientação
Standard translation used across Brazil in corporate and educational settings
São Paulo
vídeo de onboarding
English term commonly used in tech and corporate environments
General Brazilian
vídeo de apresentação
Alternative used when emphasizing the introductory aspect
Portugal
vídeo de orientação
Same as Brazil; also 'vídeo de acolhimento' in some contexts

Related Words

orientationonboardingtraininginductiontutorialemployee handbookcompany culture

Related Idioms & Phrases

get oriented
show someone the ropes
bring someone up to speed
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