1st Place, Public Service Announcement
2021-22, Division 2, Video Production
By Conner Binge
Carlson Digital Media
Carlson HS
VP-02. Public Service Announcement
Should be exactly 30 seconds or 60 seconds, as required by television. PSAs should give information about an upcoming event or shed light on an issue or situation which affects teens, the school or the community. It may not sell a product or service. It may not promote a fundraiser unless it is truly to promote a charity. The treatment of the topic must be appropriate for a school or community audience.
Judging Criteria
AUDIO
- Is it clear? Is there any audio distortion? Was the appropriate mic used? Is the mic properly placed? Is there a “popping” sound from the reporter? Does the audio fit the action/pace of the video? Is the volume consistent?
VIDEO
- Is there obvious use of a tripod or is the video shaky? If no tripod was used, was it appropriate to shoot handheld? Is the color consistent? Have the shots been white-balanced? Are there different angles for a variety of shots? Are the shots framed well without cutting out important information? Do the shots have good lighting? Do shots “cross the line/axis”?
EDITING
- Is there an overuse of transitions? Does the piece have a good pace & flow? Are there any errors in continuity and/or screen direction? Are there any lagging lulls and/or jump cuts? Are any of your shots/scenes unnecessary?
GRAPHICS/CG (if any)
- Is the text a good size, good color, and within the safe title area? Does the text appear long enough for the audience to read? Does the graphic(s) have any spelling/grammar errors? Are graphics/chromakeys clean?