AA EDUCATES
Sharing Success Stories
Inspire and motivate underserved young people by sharing real-life stories of success, achievement and career development from professionals who share similar backgrounds, talents or passions.
Video Brief for Professionals Sharing Real-Life Success Stories:
Key Messages:
- Introduction:
- Briefly introduce yourself (name, current role and industry).
- Mention your background, highlighting any similarities with the students (e.g., socioeconomic background, educational challenges, cultural identity).
- Personal Journey:
- Describe your educational and career journey, emphasising key moments and decisions that shaped your path.
- Share any challenges or obstacles you faced and how you overcame them.
- Achievements:
- Highlight significant achievements in your career and personal life.
- Explain what these achievements mean to you and how they have impacted your life and career.
- Advice and Inspiration:
- Offer practical advice for young people who are aspiring to follow a similar path.
- Share motivational thoughts on the importance of teamwork, resilience and self-belief.
- Closing Remarks:
- Encourage students to use the resources available on the AA Educates platform.
- Express your support for their aspirations and confidence in their potential to succeed.
Format:
- Duration: 5-7 minutes.
- Style: Conversational and relatable.
- Visuals: If possible, include visuals such as photos or short clips related to your journey (e.g., graduation photos, work environment, achievements).
- Setting: Choose a quiet, well-lit environment to ensure good audio and visual quality.
Submission Guidelines:
- Record your video in high-definition (HD) format.
- Ensure good lighting and clear audio quality.
- Keep the camera steady, using a tripod or stable surface if possible.
- Submit your video file via WeTransfer to myvideo@aaeducates.com
Contact Information:
For any questions or further assistance, please contact Andrine Allen, at andrine@aaeducates.com or 0207 101 3290
Thank you for sharing your story and contributing to the growth and inspiration of our young people. Your participation is invaluable in helping them realise their aspirations and achieve their full potential.