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One of my biggest tips for SA's and all students in general, is to explore and use your campus resources. Right when I got onto UIUC's campus in the fall, the first thing I did was explore. I wanted to see everything the campus had to offer- from the libraries, study spots, cafes, places to eat and more. One thing that I stumbled upon was my university's video recording studio. I then had a brilliant idea- I should use this free and technologically advanced resource for MHE videos and more! Read more about how I used this resource and watch the video Thomas and I created in the studio at the bottom of this post. Here are the steps in creating the perfect video (check your campus and libraries to see if you have access to a studio and if similar rules apply): 1. The very first thing you should do is have a script ready and rehearsed. Make sure to print extra copies, highlight the main points or your lines and rehearse in front of the mirror or a friend. If you want to make the best use of your time in the studio, you need to have your script written, rehearsed and good to go. The more mistakes you make on camera, the more time you will need to take to edit those mistakes out. 2. Check the calendar of availability online. Make sure that there is a day that the video recording studio is available that works with your schedule. You should always schedule at least 2-5 days in advance to allow the staff enough time to prepare and get the studio ready. Once you have found a date, fill out the online application for a reservation. 3. Arrive early and get excited to film! Although the whole process might seem like a lot of work, remember that you are given the chance to use a really cool studio that would be very expensive to use outside of college. The best way to capture your audience's attention on camera is to be natural, happy and confident. If you're having fun on camera, the audience will be able to tell and will be more likely to listen to what you have to say. Don't be nervous and remember to talk slower than what seems right- we all tend to speak faster when we get a little nervous. Also, make sure to be concise and try not to babble on for too long about a certain topic or question. 4. Watch some videos about editing. If your video will require some editing, make sure you have some experience or training in using softwares like Premiere Pro. You don't want to waste the high quality sound and video you just produced with lousy editing softwares or tacky elements. Watch some videos on YouTube about basic editing techniques and then use your university's free softwares to edit the video. Again, this might be your only chance to use software that is usually hundreds of dollars for free. 5. Share the final video and be proud of your results. Great job, you completed your video. Now share it with your sales team, your student leader and post it on the Facebook group. Your video can be used in presentations or for MHE marketing material, depending on the topic! Using your campus resources is fun, exciting and a great way to make your message heard. Since you're probably already paying for these campus resources, you might as well take full advantage of them. Can't wait to see your videos!
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KotrynaKotryna has been a SA for MHE since January 2015. She is the Central Team Lead and loves helping other SA's make the most their experience with the program. Archives
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