Message content tips:
- Adress your donor with the name that was sent to you on the award email, for example, "Hello Mr. & Mrs. Johnston"
- Introduce yourself and tell your donor where you are from, what year you are in and what you are studying.
- Thank them and mention the name of the award (never mention the amount you received)
- Mention any special clubs or activities you participate in
- Explain what their gift means to you and how it will help you
- Thank them again!
- Be yourself and have fun!
Recording Tips:
- Keep your message short and sweet, 30 seconds to 1-minute max
- You can record directly to ThankView on your desktop or mobile device.
- Make sure to film horizontally so you fill the frame.
- When recording with a phone or tablet, use a tripod or prop it up with something like books for stability. Try not to hold it.
- Keep your device close for good sound quality but far enough away that you are the focus. Try 3-4 feet.
- Choose a location that provides balanced lighting. Try to find a room that has a lot of natural light.
- Record with the window facing you so you benefit from the natural light. If the window is behind you, you will appear shadowed.
- Choose a flattering angle for your recording. Shooting from below is not usually a person’s best angle.
- Avoid echo chambers. Oftentimes sparse offices or conference rooms with glass walls can create a lot of echoes.
- Avoid blustery locations or areas with a lot of foot or vehicle traffic as your device’s mic may pick up noise.
- Avoid wearing something extremely bright as it will wash you out on camera. Ideally, wear some BU merch!
Have fun!