Video Standards

Entries for consideration by the Selection Panel need to meet the following standards

1. Content Standards

The video must:

  1. Be a single continuous take which includes the beginning and end of the contestant’s presentation

  2. Be shot so that the contestant is positioned in such a way that the lighting allows the viewer to see facial expressions

  3. Avoid positioning the contestant in front of a bright light source such as a window

  4. Include in the frame the screen/device onto which the contestants supporting slides are being shown or add these digitally after

  5. Ensure the contestant is at all times positioned next to the screen so they are included in the frame

  6. Ensure that sound recording is of high quality

  7. Not be edited in any way other than to include a caption during the first 15 seconds which sets out the contestant’s name, educational institution and subject of their presentation and for the inclusion of the presenters slides

2. Technical Standards

  1. Video camera or iPhone or quality android phones (acceptable if they are from the last 3 years)

  2. File type MP4 or MOV

  3. HD (1920x1080)

  4. 25 to 30fps or better

  5. Camera on tripod

  6. Camera no more than 1.2 - 2m from the presenter depending on quality of image

  7. Mic the presenter if possible

  8. Submit video using file transfer package if too large to email. Videos posted to youtube cannot be accepted.