Handy Hints on shooting and submitting your video

Best format for uploading: 3GP

Maximum length: 60 seconds

Try to keep your camera as still as possible

Try leaning against an object to steady your camera

Keep shaking to a minimum

When shooting indoors turn on as much lights as possible

When shooting outdoors keep the sun above or at the side, this will prevent the background from being to bright

Avoid shooting in a place that has high contrast such as sunlight and shadows

Avoid shooting in direct sunligth

Try to use a light coloured background

Beware of windows in the background

Remove all clutter from the background

The closer the shot the better. It`s hard to see a face on a small screen

Avoid too much pans and movement

Good audio quality is very important.

Shoot from different angles to determine the best view

Avoid zooming, walk in close

Frame your subject properly

Think about what`s going to look good visually

Ensure that there is no background noise

If filmed standing, don`t get chopped off at the knees - get their entire body in the shot

For a head shot ensure that there`s an equal amount of space above and below the head

Let action happen inside the frame, don`t constantly move the camera

Focus on the main subject, don`t worry about depth of field

Don`t walk with the camera

Ensure not to cut off the start or the end of the clip

Know all the functions and controls of your camera

Record a few takes and select the best one

Relax and give your best performance!