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Content Submission Guidelines for Institution – CityNeeds Campus Reporter Program

Congratulations on enrolling in the CityNeeds Campus Reporter Training Program! We are excited to have you on board. To ensure the success of the program and the quality of content produced, please adhere to the following submission guidelines:

1. Submission Format:

Video submissions must be in MP4 format with a resolution of at least 720p

Videos should be either in landscape (for Facebook and YouTube) or portrait (Instagram and Twitter) format.

2.Submission Platform:

Please submit content on following URL in the respective month as per Activity Calendar

Steps for Submission

1. Click on the Month of Activity
2. Fill your First Name, Last Name, email id, File to upload and Activity Name and Click on Enter
3. Your post will be approved within 4 Working Hours of submission. 
4. After approval of your entry, you can share it on Social Media. 
5. Ask your school mates, friends and other people to Vote on your post. Toppers of the month will be selected based on the no. of votes. You can view the count of votes to all the entries at the above URL under the Vote section.

Facebook / Twitter: 

1. Click on FB/Twitter Icon. 
2. Tag CityNeeds
3. Write HashTag #CampusReporter #cityNeeds in description

Instagram

1. Copy the URL of entry uploaded by you
2. Paste the URL in your Bio
3. Upload same Video on Instagram
4. Collab with CityNeeds
5. Write HashTag #Campus Reporter #cityNeeds in description

3.Topics and Schedule

Campus Reporters are required to produce 10 videos over the course of one year, covering various community welfare topics, activities, and projects within their institutions. They are required to submit content of all 6 Mandatory topics and 4 topics out of optional topics.

The videos should be of high quality, informative, and engaging, with a focus on highlighting positive initiatives and stories within the campus community.

Content creation should adhere to ethical standards of journalism, with accurate information, balanced reporting, and respect for privacy and consent.

4.Submission Deadlines:

Campus Reporters need to submit their content till the last day of month as per calendar provided by CityNeeds. Adherence to deadlines is crucial to ensure the smooth execution of the program and the timely posting of content on Social Media. The Review session will be held in the second week of the month on Saturday at 4 PM of content submitted by Campus Reporters in the previous month.

Please note that last date to submit the assignment is 20th May. The last date of formation of Community Club is 30th May

5.Content Length:

Length of Videos varies for the format and purpose they are used for and must adhere to duration else will be rejected by the editor

Facebook : In Horizontal Mode, Video of maximum 3 Minutes

Instagram : In Vertical (Reel) Mode, Video of maximum 90 Seconds

Youtube : In Horizontal Mode, Video of maximum 3 Minutes

Longer videos may be accepted for special projects, subject to prior approval.

6.Content Production:

Ensure that videos are well-produced with clear audio, visuals, lighting and editing.

Use appropriate equipment and software to enhance the quality of the production as taught during the orientation and monthly review meetings.

7.Content Promotion:

Promote the content within the campus community through social media, newsletters, and other communication channels.

Encourage engagement and feedback from fellow students, faculty, and staff members.

8.Ownership and Rights:

By submitting content, you grant CityNeeds the right to use, distribute, and display the content for promotional and educational purposes on CityNeeds and its partner Social media channels.

Ensure that all content submitted does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of third parties. The Campus Reporter and the Institution will be responsible for content provided by them.

9.Feedback and Revisions:

CityNeeds may provide feedback during the review meetings on submitted content to help improve quality and adherence to guidelines.

10.Contact Information:

For any questions or concerns regarding content submission, please contact Meenakshi Miglani @ 7986623516

Thank you for your commitment to producing high-quality content for the CityNeeds Campus Reporter Program. Your contributions play a vital role in raising awareness and fostering positive change within the campus community.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward for your active participation