Submit a Video or Audio Recording for the 2021 Gala Film

Share your story of HVWC as we create a dynamic film for our Annual Gala! Submissions must be sent by September 30, 2021 to be considered for inclusion in the gala film. REMINDER: Make sure to review the tips at the bottom of this page for creating high-quality video/audio content.

HVWC Students & Audience Members:

What has HVWC programming meant to you as a writer or literature lover? Submit a 1-3 minute video or audio recording that answers the following questions:

  • What has your favorite experience at HVWC been so far?
  • How has HVWC helped you grow as a writer?
  • What did HVWC programming provide for you throughout the pandemic?
  • If you could describe HVWC in one word, what would it be?

 

HVWC Instructors and Event Hosts:

What has HVWC programming meant to you as a teacher and writer? Submit a 1-3 minute video or audio recording that answers the following questions:

  • What has your favorite experience at HVWC been so far?
  • What is it like working with HVWC students?
  • What did HVWC programming provide for you throughout the pandemic?
  • If you could describe HVWC in one word, what would it be?

 

HVWC Reading Series Readers:

What has HVWC programming meant to you as a writer? Submit a 1-3 minute video or audio recording that answers the following questions:

  • What has your favorite experience at HVWC been so far?
  • What was your experience like participating in HVWC’s reading series?
  • What did HVWC programming provide for you throughout the pandemic?
  • If you could describe HVWC in one word, what would it be?

Tips for High Quality Video/Audio Recording:

1. Select a location that will be free of external audio sounds. Barking dogs and loud sounds (children, TV, music) will impact the quality of your record. 

2. Select a recording location where the predominate lighting source is in front of you. If you are back-lit your face will be in  shadow and difficult for the viewer to see you. 

3. Use a high quality camera (your mobile phone is excellent!) and film in landscape/horizontal mode.

4. Ensure that the camera is set up to be at eye level. If you need to, place it on top of something to elevate it like books, a box, etc.

5. Pay attention to the background. If possible, position yourself to have some items of depth behind you (no blank walls) but not so much to be distracting.