Creating a Videos for Change entry
Want to get involved but not sure where to start? We have created lots of resources to help you make a high-impact Video for Change.
Check out our "How-To" videos below. If you want a summary of all the tips, tricks and hacks, or a more detailed student guide, you can download them here.
Quick Tips, Tricks and Hacks
A complete summary of all the tips in the "How-To" videos
In-Depth Student Guide
A detailed resource to help you through all phases of creating your video (1.3 MB)
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Getting Started on your Video for Change
A cheat-sheet summary of this video
Maximum Impact with Minimum Resources
A cheat-sheet summary of this video
Inspiring Social Change
A cheat-sheet summary of this video
Help spread the word about Videos for Change and encourage entries at your school or club! Download the PowerPoint presentation (1.3 MB) below. We've even included a sample script in the presenter notes to save you time. Please let us know how you go and if you have any ideas of how we can help make this better or easier for you!
Storyboard Template
A tool to help you plan and visualise your story shot by shot
Team Focus Sheet
A template to help you define your key focus, desired audience response and call to action
Copyright-Free Sites
Links to copyright-free images, music and sound effects
G Classification Guide
All you need to know to make sure your video is suitable for general viewing
Team Member Entry Form
Required for each member of your team
Talent Release - U18
For people under 18 years old
Talent Release - O18
For people 18 years old and over
Location Release Form
Social Issue Info Packs
Need some help with research? We’ve compiled these info packs about some social issues to help you get started. We will be adding more over time, so sign up for updates here to find out when we add more.
Homophobia
Poverty
Substance Abuse
Social Exclusion
Racism
Gender Inequality
Homelessness
Human Trafficking
Lack of Schooling
Disability Discrimination
Refugee Issues
Shot Types
A guide to basic shot types to help you engage your audience and maximise your impact
“Quiet Please!” Sign
Here is a handy sign for you to use when filming so that you are less likely to be disturbed and can capture the best sound
Other Resources
There are lots of other great resources online you can also use to learn about filmmaking, but some are better than others, so to save you time, here are some links to some of the best or most relevant YouTube clips. Please let us know if there are any other helpful sites you've found that we should add!
Shooting with an iPhone
Setting the Tone
Video Editing
Video Audio on your iPhone
Lighting
Composition
Our Partners
Videos for Change is a special initiative developed by High Resolves, a recognised leader in the design and delivery of citizenship and education learning experiences and is proudly sponsored by Network 10 and Platypus.
