Guidelines for Creating Financially Lit Videos:

• Choose a topic related to personal finance that you're passionate about. This can be anything from budgeting, saving, investing, or avoiding debt.
• Develop a script for your video that is engaging, informative, and concise. Keep in mind that you only have 30 or 60 seconds to convey your message, so make every word count.
• Gather any necessary props or equipment to film your video. This might include a camera, microphone, lighting, or other accessories.
• Record your video, making sure to follow best practices for lighting, sound, and framing. If you're working in a group, assign roles to each member to ensure everyone has a specific task to complete.
• Edit your video to ensure it's engaging and appropriate. This might include adding music, sound effects, or captions.
• Submit your video to the Financially Lit program through the Asset Submission Portal for review and payment. Make sure to include your name, contact information, and any relevant details about your video in your submission.

Detailed Guidelines

Step 1: Planning your video

Start by brainstorming ideas for your financial content video. Think about topics that you find interesting or that you think will be helpful to others. For example, you could create videos on budgeting, saving money, investing, or understanding credit cards.

Consider your target audience (middle and high school students) and try to come up with video ideas that would resonate with them.

 

Step 2: Research and gather information

Once you have chosen a topic, conduct some research to gather information and facts about the subject. Make sure the information is accurate and reliable.

Look for examples or real-life scenarios that can help illustrate the concepts you want to explain in your video.

 

Optional: Write a proposal/outline

Before you start filming, it's a good idea to plan out what you want to say in your video. You can either write a script or create a detailed outline.

Include key points, examples, and any important details you want to cover in your video. This will help you stay organized and ensure you deliver your message clearly.

 

Step 3: Gather your equipment

To create your video, you'll need a few basic items:

• A smartphone or camera with video recording capabilities
• A tripod or stable surface to keep your camera steady (if needed)
• Good lighting: Try to film in a well-lit area or use additional lighting sources like lamps or ring lights.
• Clear audio: If possible, use an external microphone or ensure you're filming in a quiet environment.

 

Step 4: Set up your filming space

Find a suitable location to film your video. Make sure the background is clean and uncluttered, and there are no distractions.

Position your camera at eye level or slightly above for a more flattering angle. If you're using a smartphone, use the rear camera for better quality.

Test your camera and lighting setup to ensure everything looks and sounds good before you start filming.

 

Step 5: Film your video

Take a deep breath and start recording! Remember to speak clearly and confidently. You can refer to your script or outline if needed.

Keep your video within the 30 to 60-second timeframe. It's important to keep it concise and engaging to hold your audience's attention.

If you make any mistakes while filming, don't worry! You can always re-record that part or edit it later.

 

Step 6: Editing your video

Transfer your recorded video to your computer or use a video editing app on your smartphone.

Trim the beginning and end of your video to remove any unwanted footage or mistakes.

Add any necessary visual aids, such as text overlays, graphs, or images, to help illustrate your points.

If you want to enhance the audio quality or add background music, you can do so during the editing process.

Once you're satisfied with your edits, export the video in a format suitable for uploading, like MP4.

 

Step 7: Uploading your video

Upload your video using the Asset Submission Portal.