Be a voice for animals in need
Karma Rescue
About the Organization
Did you know last year 30,000 dogs were taken into Los Angeles shelters? Education is critical to addressing the companion animal overpopulation problem and empowering people of all ages to make an immediate impact on the community. In making a video that helps provide that education, you are helping solve this important problem!
About the Challenge
This is an activity specific to middle and high school students with the videos intended to reach vulnerable communities where education is critical to help reduce the homeless animal population and teach more humane habits.
Items Needed
- Internet Access
- Cell phone, tablet or digital camera to record video
Challenge Directions
1. Pick an animal welfare topic that appeals to you. For example:
- Save a Life - Adopt Don't Shop
- Reduce # of Homeless Pets - Spay/neuter is Cuter
- Shelter (older and/or special needs) Dogs Make Great Pets Too
- Be an Animal Advocate - Volunteer, Foster, Rescue today!
- Proper Pet Care = Happy, Healthy Fido
2. Research your topic. Pick three main points to communicate in the video.
3. Storyboard your video. Layout facts to support your three main points. Total time for your video should be <60 seconds.
4. Gather images. Take pictures (or find online) to illustrate/support your key facts. If you have a pet, include them. You can make your point by telling your pet's story.
5. Film. Have someone hold your phone/camera or set it up in a stationary location to film. Hold up pictures at the appropriate point.
6. Review and re-film, as necessary, until you are happy with your results.
7. This next step is very important and cannot be skipped. Email the video to Karma Rescue for approval. You can send the video to: volunteer@karmarescue.org. Once we give the ok, post to Tik Tok, Instagram, and Facebook to your personal networks asking them to share. Tag local animal rescues to post on their social media platforms too! When posting your video, tag Karma Rescue using these handles:
- Instagram: @karmarescueorg
- Twitter: @KarmaRescue
- Facebook: Karma Rescue
BONUS: Instead of filming with pictures in hand, download a FREE android app like "CAMU" or "SNAPSPEED" (found in Google Play store) for a simple way to combine your video and photos, as well as add text. (Similar apps can be found in iTunes for iPhones, iPads, etc.)
8. Complete a "Share Your Results" form to earn your challenge points.