Student Grantee Social Media Video Contest

Calling all Irving Institute student grant recipients!
Share your journey and impact with the world in our social media video contest! 

🌟Compete for the chance to win up to $300! 🌟

🗓️Submissions Due Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025.

Top videos will be used by the Irving Institute to promote our student grant program via our website, social media, and promotional emails.

How to Enter:

• Create a short, engaging video (90 seconds max) that captures your grant experience. Showcase your unique journey and the difference the Irving Institute grant has made in your life.
• Focus on Clarity, Creativity, and Appeal. Your video should clearly describe your project/experience, creatively highlight the impact of your journey on you and in the field/organization in which you worked, and resonate with diverse fellow students, alumni, and other members of the Dartmouth community.
• Submit your video by Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025.
  • Optional pre-submission coaching available February 17th through March 25th 2025
    • Contact Claire Shaw -- Claire.Hester.Shaw [at] dartmouth.edu -- with questions

Technical Specifications:

• Length: 60-90 seconds 
• Format: MP4 or MOV
• Resolution: Minimum 1080p x 1350p
• Video must be shot in portrait format (9:16 Aspect Ratio)  x 130
• File Size: Max 4GB

Judging Criteria:

• Clarity of Description: How well do you convey your grant experience and its impact on your academic or professional interests?
• Creativity in Presentation: Is your video original, engaging, and/or visually appealing?
• Audience Appeal: Does it inspire other students and captivate diverse audiences?

Three winners will be selected:
🏆 1st Place: $300
🎖️ Two Runners-Up: $150 each  

💡Ready to shine? Submit your video to Claire Shaw -- Claire.Hester.Shaw [at] dartmouth.edu -- by April 2, 2025 and let your story inspire others! 

Good luck to all participants! 🌟