Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 15, 2020

Encourage being on camera. We are not used to seeing ourselves on camera. If you want to look better on camera, you can raise the level of the laptop or use a light close to you! How To Look Good on Camera (NY Times). Children and pets can be welcome in your meeting if needed. Example of Reminder Letter (Susan Partnow).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

The current technology of live-streaming on the Web has been around for a few years, but only recently with the launch of smartphone Apps that convert phones into video cameras and social media integration, has the technology started to reach mass adoption by Web users ( its up 600% in the last year !). Amazing technology! Experiment with me!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 7, 2012

Just a camera, a couple of good books, and a journal, a pen, and a glue stick. Back in 2009 I wrote up 10 tips for managing social media burnout and taking my own advice, I am going offline for three weeks. On vacation… in remote areas in a distant land… viewing wildlife (hopefully)… and 100% offline. No smartphone.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2011

QR Codes are two-dimensional bar code images that when scanned by a camera on a smartphone open a link to a website, send a SMS, or dial a phone number. If you haven’t noticed QR Codes yet, after you read this post and browse the QR Codes on Flickr you’re going to start to seeing them everywhere. So, what are they?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

They can broadcast the video right from their laptop web camera. The good news is that a virtual event is a cost effective way to engage your donors. A quick and simple video from your organization’s leader is a personal touch that tells your story. They can personally cast the vision of why funds are needed during these challenging times.

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VisionLink

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

You don''t need to break your bank account Can film the video in-house No camera? Consider an audio slideshow Can even use an iPhone camera Ask corporate partners to donate/lend equipment Reach out and ask for free/cheap help from experts and students. Where will it be played (on a big screen, online, website)?

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NetWits

MARCH 31, 2011

He worked at the American Cancer Society (ACS) for 9 years directing their web and interactive strategy. Since then he’s gone on to start a non-profit focused on helping other non-profits tell stories through video ( Lights. David an I talk about his new startup HelpAttack!

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 20, 2012

It's my first experience with a TelePrompter over the camera lens (so you can look into the camera). Please check out our video interview on the Giving Library. Very cool, but I have to admit this is the most sober and serious interview I've ever given because I was trying hard to follow my notes!

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NetWits

MARCH 3, 2011

People just used their cameras to scan the QR code, and they were off to the races. When I asked Allison why the QR code was such a hit, she pointed to a few reasons. The most obvious being ease of use: no typing, texting, calling, etc.

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Judi Sohn

MARCH 24, 2012

When you connect an iOS device to a PC photo library, you are given the option to delete photos from camera roll after the photos have been transferred. Then you can sync the photos back to the device nicely organized with a fresh slate in the camera roll. Organizing the camera roll without a computer is a mess.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 1, 2021

Twenty-seven seconds of someone speaking directly into the camera. Local celebrities or anyone who is passionate about your cause can reach more deeply into communities because they are a part of that same community. That connection makes it emotionally more impactful. The video is short and simple. We can see them and we can hear them.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 18, 2014

It requires almost no investment (aside from the donation, and maybe a bucket), a camera or camera phone (which almost everyone has one of the two), can be done almost anywhere, and anyone can do it. Whether it’s in a bath tub or outside, the #IceBucketChallenge’s best features is how easy it is to do.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 14, 2010

12seconds : 12seconds allows users to easily record videos with your laptop camera or cellphone, and then upload them to your 12 seconds video channel in order to easily post them to Twitter. For an example, see UNICEF’s TwitPic Page: twitpic.com/photos/UNICEF. Alternatively, there is TweetPhoto. channel/BigCatRescue.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2013

An excellent source of images is to take them yourself with your digital camera or mobile phone camera. If you practice some the basic photography rules , you should be able to DIY some good images for your content strategy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2021

Within a room where people are connecting together, those who control the mouse or keyboard, are on camera, and/or are closer to the microphone have an advantage. It can be as simple as remembering to change the camera angle so the remote participants can see the whiteboard or post-it notes.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 7, 2021

Many people record live streams from a simple camera, such as the camera on a computer or mobile device. Largely, the quality of this live stream video will depend on the type of camera and equipment you are using. The new Apple iPhone 12, for example, has one of the best cameras out there. Audio Equipment.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

That said, for someone like me ( Heather Mansfield ) who is very uncomfortable on camera in real life, it’s not uncomfortable being an avatar of myself in Oculus. Create your Oculus Avatar. You can be anyone you want in Oculus. Have fun with your avatar! Introverts will likely thrive in the metaverse.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

This year, winners will again have the chance to win one of four $2500 grants generously provided by the Case Foundation , awesome video cameras from Flip Video , a free registration to next year’s Nonprofit Technology Conference provided by NTEN and more.

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NetWits

MAY 10, 2012

For example, which would better share the amazing impact Habitat for Humanity has on the community – an image of 5 volunteers building a Habitat Home with their backs to the camera? Or the eyes of the man for whom the house was built?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Before they left, they had to tilt their cameras down so he could see their phones that were left behind. It comes from Eric Jenssen , a teacher, who had his students leave the zoom call mid-class. He made them do it. He asked them to leave his phones behind and take a ten-minute walk around the block.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Show real humans talking to the camera through videos and storytelling. Create content that resembles the feeling of someone making eye contact with you in a crowded room. Say their name. Use more “you” and less “we.” Don’t fake it. Be genuine in your interactions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Broadcasts can be recorded , saved to your Camera Roll, and then uploaded to YouTube, Facebook, etc. Instagram : When the impulse strikes, post photos and videos in real-time. Create photo and video essays. Periscope: Connected to Twitter, Periscope is a mobile app that allows you to broadcast live. Grow your followers.

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Candid

MARCH 23, 2022

I can hide a yawn by turning off my camera, but that is the very thing I want to avoid. After two years of teaching online in a variety of formats and structures, one thing that I’ve realized is that when the camera is off, people may be long gone—or at least disengaged. . So, how does that translate to the Zoom Room?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 11, 2022

Someone who’s savvy with a smartphone camera? When deciding what types of content to create, think about the strengths of your staff members. Do you have someone who is good at designing graphics? Someone who knows how to create interactive content on the different social platforms? 2) Engage with Donors and Supporters .

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NetWits

APRIL 26, 2012

Those of someone or something looking into the camera work well. Remember, visitors may be considering making a donation at that point. Or, perhaps past donors are considering a larger gift. Use a compelling photo that inspires donors. Does your confirmation page and email just regurgitate payment information?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Purchase a digital camera. Experiment with social media dashboards. Write social media and mobile technology policies. Hire a graphic designer to design a square avatar(s). Purchase a smartphone and/or tablet. Purchase a pocket camcorder. Create an e-mail signature that includes your website, blog, and social networking links. 1) Website.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 18, 2012

We sent them each kits with journals and cameras and asked them to share their stories. We sent them all a storytelling kit with video cameras, directions on filming and tips on sharing their stories on camera. When we gave them a camera and a request for a story, we weren’t sure what we would get back.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Camera shy people learned that video is your best friend when you need to deliver an important message to a remote audience. Lazy Communicators Got a Workout Words either make or break online relationships. With limited access to body language, tone, and context, precise communication becomes an essential skill.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Or allow remote participants multiple camera feeds to choose from. Give them the option to switch back and forth from side cameras, or focus on a single front camera. . The videographer might use a handheld camera to mix in with the guests. A style of video journalism that documents events chronologically.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2015

In a world where attention spans are waning, the ability to communicate a message succinctly and on camera is a very valuable skill. Getting your point across verbally in 15 seconds while the camera is recording is much harder than it looks! While a few individuals succeeded in just one take, most needed two or three takes.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 15, 2022

Now the environment includes paying attention to the people you’re physically with, the people on the phone, and the people on camera. She now focuses on helping business professionals to be confident communicators on any platform – in person, on camera, or through virtual communication tools.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Now the environment includes paying attention to the people you’re physically with, the people on the phone, and the people on camera. She now focuses on helping business professionals to be confident communicators on any platform – in person, on camera, or through virtual communication tools.

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AccelEvents

APRIL 1, 2021

Your event space should come prepared with: Cameras (with a range of options, including HD, multiple cameras, tripods and camera stands, live-streaming cameras, and cameras that support a range of screen sizes). You may have to pick larger streaming packages (as this may be a scalable option). Space and Equipment.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2021

That’s because the cameras on our laptops and desktops are not nearly as sophisticated as the broadcast equipment we are used to seeing on TV, nor is the lighting in your home or office. Before your presentation, take the time to record some video tests on the platform you are using with a few parts of your presentation.

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.orgSource

JULY 3, 2023

So go ahead and put your association in front of the camera; but when you do, remember that video should be more than one episode. But many associations are still asking sponsors to support activities where success can’t be evaluated. With the right approach, you can create a binge-worthy series.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Virtual meet-and-greets: Since virtual concerts can take concert-goers backstage with cameras and livestreaming, some events offer audiences virtual meet-and-greets with band members that let people get up-close-and-personal with the stars.

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Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2021

This doesn’t mean that a nonprofit must dump tons of cash on camera equipment, recording equipment, or production teams to put on a fantastic event—though hiring a professional in the field will make a lot of things easier. The only way toward excellent guest engagement is through the very tech we rely on to make virtual events possible.

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