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Content Creators

Content Creators

Content created by students, for students. 

Our UoA Content Creators are current students who produce blogs, videos and 60-second reels on everything from the best supermarkets to shop in, places to visit in Aberdeen, and what to expect if you need to use one of the University's support services. 

If you'd like to join the Content Creator team, simply fill in the request form choosing one of the suggested content categories, or if you’ve got a great idea of your own choose 'other' to share it. 

In the form give a brief outline of your idea and if your pitch is successful, you'll be offered a free UoA gift on submission of your final blog or video which will be published on the Student Channel. 


Content Creator Request Form

Why should you become a Content Creator?

What’s in it for you?

You’ll gain CV-boosting skills, build your confidence and work on content that makes a real impact to new and existing UoA students.

You’ll develop your creativity and communications skills, and once you’ve finished working as a Student Content Creator, you can add these to your MySkills portfolio on MyAberdeen.

If that's not enough, the Experience, Engagement & Wellbeing team will also give you UoA branded gift as a thank you for your contribution. 

Is there training to become a Student Content Creator?

There’s no formal training required to become a content creator, but if you’d like some helpful pointers and guidance on everything from word count to video length, check out the Content Creator guidance below.

Guidance for creating your content

Writing a blog

Blogs

  1. Structure: Write your paragraphs with a clear beginning, middle and end. Think about the length of the blog - is it too long or too short?
  2. Language: Write in plain English to ensure your blog is clear and inclusive to an international audience. Avoid using acronyms, slang or jargon. 
  3. Engagement:  Make your blog as engaging as possible by capturing the audience’s attention from the beginning. Make the content as personal as you are comfortable with and choose impactful support images.
  4. Submit: When you’re happy with your content, please email this to studentlife@abdn.ac.uk including a photograph of yourself to accompany your submission.
Creating a 60-second reel

60-second reels

  1. Film in portrait (so it can be shared on stories)
  2. Film in as high definition as possible
  3. Look at the lens and not the screen
  4. Create a script or storyboard to help you stay on track
  5. Keep it to 60 seconds or less
  6. Keep the text short engaging with a supporting image
  7. Don't overcrowd one page/shot
  8. Try to capture authentic moments
  9. Talk to the camera naturally, like you would talk to your friends
  10. Use a microphone (if you have one) to reduce background noise
  11. Be enthusiastic and have fun!
Creating a vlog (video talking to camera)

Videos: talking to camera

  1. Film in landscape, keeping yourself in the centre of the shot where possible
  2. Look at the lens and not the screen
  3. Film in as high definition as possible
  4. Add images or other videos to give context (if applicable)
  5. Use a microphone (if you have one) to reduce background noise
  6. Create a script or storyboard to help you stay on track
  7. Keep it as concise as possible. Your video should not exceed 2-3 minutes.
  8. Make the first 15 seconds count
  9. Talk to the camera naturally, like you would talk to your friends
  10. Be enthusiastic and friendly
  11. Have fun!

For more information, email studentlife@abdn.ac.uk