Video Voices
Video Voices
On the issue of voting, legendary American Civil Rights activist Susan B. Anthony, once said, “Think your best thoughts, speak your best words.” Here’s your chance!
The RIT community was asked to share a personal video on social media using one of the following prompts and the hashtag #RITVotingIsPower to tell us their thoughts about the power of voting.
“I vote because…”
“I value my right to vote because…”
“Voting is powerful because…”
“My vote is my voice, which allows me to say…”
This social media campaign is part of RIT’s Moving Forward committee—a committee that aims to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, while acknowledging the history of voting rights activism and what is left to be done to ensure equal voting opportunities and political participation for women.
Guidelines
Here are the guidelines for uploaded videos:
- Videos should be recorded in landscape format. You can use your phone, computer, or tablet.
- Recommended length is 20 seconds or less.
- Video MUST NOT endorse a candidate or political party. (Refer to RIT’s Political and Legislative Activities Policy.)
- Use our hashtag #RITVotingIsPower.
- Start your video with one of these prompts:
- “I vote because…”
- “I value my right to vote because…”
- “Voting is powerful because…”
- “My vote is my voice, which allows me to say…”
- Use a light source that is facing you (not behind you) to ensure that you are clearly visible.
- If you are speaking, ensure that your voice is clearly audible.
- Do not wear any bright, reflective clothing that can interfere with your lighting.
- Maintain eye contact with the camera.
- Keep distractions in the background to a minimum.