CALL for Community-Based Video Content
Pinole Community Television: CALL for Community-Based Video Content
We’re excited to invite Pinole residents to submit their original video content for broadcast on PCTV! Whether you have a local story, a creative project, or an informative piece to share, we want to showcase the amazing talents and diverse voices of our community.
PCTV broadcasts on a variety of platforms, including our local cable channels and online through the City website, YouTube, and Facebook. This is your chance to have your voice heard and contribute to the rich tapestry of Pinole’s stories.
We’re looking for content that is engaging, informative, and reflective of the unique experiences that make Pinole and neighboring city’s special. So, if you’ve got a story to tell, we’d love to see it!
Here are the Guidelines:
Content Focus:
- Local events, activities, and achievements
- Human interest stories
- Educational programs
- Public affairs discussions (e.g., public meetings with added commentary)
- Arts & Culture (music, dance, theater)
- Local history
- Community organizations and initiatives
Video Specifications:
- Minimum resolution: 720p HD
- File format: mp4
- Running time: 2 mins to 2 hours (longer programs may be considered on a case-by-case basis)
- Closed captions are highly encouraged.
Content Requirements:
- All videos must be appropriate for a general audience (no profanity, violence, or hateful content).
- Video content should be original and not infringe on copyrights.
- A brief description (1-2 sentences) summarizing your video is required.
- If your video includes copyrighted music, written permission from the copyright holder is required.
Selection Process:
- Submissions will be reviewed by a committee based on content relevance, production quality, and overall engagement.
- Selected videos will be scheduled for broadcast on Pinole TV.
- Creators will be notified of the selection decision.
How to Submit:
- Upload your video to a file-sharing platform (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox) and share the access link with Pinole TV at XYZ@pinole.org
- In your email, please include:
- Your name and contact information
- Title of Video(s) within the body of the email AND in the File Name (example: Soccer Game with Ben Smith – Ep. 1)
- A brief description of your video (1-2 sentences)
- Any relevant information about your video (e.g., copyrights, preferred broadcast date/time)
We look forward to seeing your submissions!
If you have questions, please contact:
City of Pinole TV Team
City Manager’s Office
Email: XYZ@pinole.gov