Video Tribute Instructions

Due by July 1, 2023

To celebrate the 30^th Anniversary of the IUPUI Senior Academy, we are compiling a video tribute. We hope you will add your voice to the mix! The video will be shared at the SA Anniversary Celebration on October 5, 2023.

To participate, you will need to record a short video of your message. There are two simple ways to record yourself, either on your phone or by automatic recording on Zoom. Videos will be edited and merged into a longer piece for viewing.

Two unedited sample videos are on the Senior Academy website.

General instructions

What to say:

First, gather your thoughts and perhaps commit them to paper. Plan to speak no more than one minute (75 to 100 words).

1. Include your name, your one most important role or title at IUPUI, one department or unit, and your year of retirement.
2. Then, respond to one of the following prompts:
   
   
   1. Why is the Senior Academy important to you?
      - OR -
   2. What are you most grateful for in your time at IUPUI?

3. Close by saying “Thank you, Senior Academy!” or “Thank you, IUPUI!” Or even say both.

Prepare to record:

1. Select a well-lit area of your home, with a fairly plain background.
2. Sit in front of your device; if you are using a phone, turn it horizontally and make sure it is stable.
3. Situate yourself in the frame from the shoulders up, leaving a small amount of background visible at the top and sides of your head.
4. Be sure to look at the camera when speaking.
5. Remember to pause before and after speaking, so that we can edit. 

Choose one of the two recording methods

Method 1: Recording video on your phone or device

1. 1. Make a recording using your phone camera on the video setting.
   2. When you are happy with your recording, use your phone’s browser to go to the following link: https://go.iu.edu/4O9E (this is case sensitive, enter exactly as shown).
   3. Click the “Select Files” button, then find your video on your phone’s files.
   4. After selecting the file, type your first name and last name in the boxes, then click “Upload.”

Method 2: Automatic recording on Zoom

1. 1. Click on this link: https://iu.zoom.us/j/85711735865
   2. The link opens to a Zoom room which will automatically begin recording.
   3. Take a few moments to situate yourself in front of the camera.
   4. Check to see that your microphone is not muted.
   5. Begin speaking when you are ready.
   6. If you misspeak, pause for a few seconds and begin the sentence again. (We will edit.)
   7. Pause when you are finished.
   8. Click the Leave Meeting button, which will shut off the video.

By uploading a video, you are giving Senior Academy the right to use your likeness and words on a tribute video and / or on the Senior Academy website.