
HELPFUL TIPS FOR CREATING A SUCCESSFUL VIDEO
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Pick forest related job(s) and message(s) you are most excited about.
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Do your research — talk to at least one person in a forest-related occupation (this is a requirement for this contest). Winning videos use strong facts/statistics/experiences from a variety of sources. Check out Student Information, and Interview Tips, for ideas.
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You’ll come across a lot of interesting information. Choose the most important to support your message.
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Follow the writing process: brainstorm, plan, draft (storyboard, script), revise, edit, and then produce a final product.
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Choose your audience and target your message for them.
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Establish a tone. Whether humorous or serious, make sure your tone doesn’t distract viewers from your overall message.
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Consider choosing appropriate music to get your audience in the right mood.
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Be clear and concise in your video – 90 seconds goes by quickly.
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If your video includes people talking, be sure everyone speaks slowly and enunciates their words.
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Be creative. You can use video, skits, pictures, voice over, music, flip-books — the sky is the limit! Get friends involved and collaborate to make an even better project.
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Have other people screen your video before submitting to ensure your message is easily heard and understood.
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Follow all the RULES, including length, content, and copyright rules. List all your sources on the Entry Form.
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Have fun!
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