Advisor Resources

Advisor Role

Each participating student or group must have an advisor from their school, college, or organization.

Advisors help ensure:

  • Students understand contest rules
  • Release forms are completed
  • Content is appropriate and original
  • Submissions meet the 30–60 second requirement
  • Shareable URL link to video is accessible and viewable
Advisor Responsibilities
  • Review student scripts and concepts
  • Ensure no copyrighted material is used
  • Confirm all actors have signed releases
  • Submit or verify submission of required forms
  • Serve as the primary contact for communication
Who Can Be an Advisor?
  • Teachers
  • Professors
  • Club advisors
  • Coaches
  • Youth program staff

Student Checklist

Before Filming
  • ✔ Choose a category
  • ✔ Brainstorm your message
  • ✔ Write a script or outline
  • ✔ Secure an advisor
  • ✔ Gather actors (if needed)
  • ✔ Obtain location permission
During Filming
  • ✔ Keep video between 30–60 seconds
  • ✔ Use original footage
  • ✔ Record clear audio
  • ✔ Avoid copyrighted music/images
After Filming
  • ✔ Add English subtitles if needed
  • ✔ Export in an accepted format
  • ✔ Complete release forms
  • ✔ Submit shareable video URL link and forms by June 30