Helpful tips on creating a successful video:
- Pick the topic/concept that most interests you. It is much easier to come up with a good idea for your video if you choose a topic that you are interested in explaining first
- It is important to have a solid understanding of the topic you are explaining in your video
- Develop a 60-90 second explanation about the topic. Winning explanations are creative, and practical
- Follow the writing process – brainstorm, plan, draft (storyboard, script), revise, edit, and produce a final product
- Be clear and concise in your video – 60-90 seconds goes by quickly
- If your video includes people talking, be sure they speak slowly and clearly so that viewers can understand. Make sure to enunciate your words. Have other people screen your video before you submit your entry to ensure your topic explanation can be heard and understood
- Be creative. You can use video, skits, pictures, voice over, music, flip-books – the sky is the limit! Get your friends involved and collaborate to make an even better project
- Establish a tone for your video. If you want to be funny, use witty, clever puns to get your point across, but do not distract viewers from your overall message. Choose appropriate music to help guide your audience into the right mood
- Make sure you follow all of the Rules and Guidelines, including length, content, and copyright rules. List all of the sources you used in the end credits
- Have fun! This is a great opportunity to learn more about your topic and it should be a fun project for you and your friends.
To find copyright/royalty free images and music:
Simply type “copyright free images” or “copyright free music” into a search engine
Images
Images
Music/Audio
Music/Audio (After selecting the audio, make sure to choose the License Type as “Personal Use on YouTube”)