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This serves as your guide to the Pre-Pageant Digital requirements of Miss Philippines New York Tri-State.
Some reminders:
This presentation is meant to guide the candidates and their teams in executing the digital requirements of Miss Philippines New York Tri-State. Please follow the guidelines as we only have your best interest at heart.
STRICTLY FOLLOW Deadlines and turnover dates. Failure to do so may result in an incomplete submission of requirements by the candidate.
This document is HIGHLY CONFIDENTIAL and intended for the use of the candidate and the assigned Accredited Partner only.
No part of this presentation may be reproduced without the permission of the Miss Philippines New York Tri-State. Unauthorized use and reproduction of any element in this page may be grounds for disqualification.
PRE-PAGEANT DIGITAL REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS
3 PROFESSIONAL HIGH-RESOLUTION DIGITAL PHOTOS:
- 1 HEADSHOT
- 1 SWIMSUIT GLAM
- 1 EVENING GLAM
Please submit at least 3 options for each (HEADSHOT, SWIMSUIT GLAM, EVENING GLAM) so the Org can choose the best possible photo.
3 PROFESSIONAL HIGH-RESOLUTION VIDEOS
- INTRODUCTION VIDEO (30-seconds, vertical and horizontal format)
- HER STORY 1 (60-seconds, vertical and horizontal format)
- HER STORY 2 (120-seconds, vertical and horizontal formats
IMPORTANT NOTE
YOUR SUBMISSIONS WILL BE USED FOR JUDGING IN A PHOTOGRAPHIC ROUND AS WELL AS OUR MISS UNIVERSE PHILIPPINES FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM PAGES, SO SEND THE BEST POSSIBLE PHOTOGRAPHS AND VIDEOS.
WE WILL NOT ENTERTAIN NEW PHOTOGRAPHS OR VIDEOS AFTER THEY HAVE ALREADY BEEN UPLOADED TO OUR VARIOUS MEDIA SITES.
PHOTOGRAPHY REQUIREMENTS
DIGITAL REQUIREMENT #1
HEADSHOT:
- 3 photo options for the Headshot
- High-resolution, square 1080 x 1080 pixels size
- Full-Color
GUIDELINES (Avoid reshoots, follow the guidelines)
- GO GLAM! We want our delegates to look their best in the photos. Having said that, try to temper the use of unnaturally colored contact lenses. We want to see YOUR beauty and the photos reflect the delegate’s and the team’s taste level.
- While we appreciate the creativity of the candidate and her team, we’ve found that often, simpler is better.
- Use a plain gray background.
- Photos should highlight the candidate’s beauty.
- Cropping should focus on Candidates’ face and upper torso.
- Take several options for the facial expression, from smiling to smizing, and submit the one that shows off the candidates’ personality best.
- Remember that this photo will be the public’s first chance to see you as an official candidate for MUPH 2024, so make sure that the photo is clear and will show you in the best light.
DIGITAL REQUIREMENT #2
HEADSHOT:
- 3 photo options
- High-resolution, square 1080 x 1080 pixels size
- Full-Color
GUIDELINES (Avoid reshoots, follow the guidelines)
- Please wear a one-piece swimsuit,
- GO GLAM! We want our delegates to look their best in the photos, Having said that, try to temper the use of unnaturally colored contact lenses, We want to see YOUR beauty and the photos reflect the delegate’s and the team’s taste leveL
- Photos should highlight the delegate’s body and proprtions, Cropping should focus on and show off the delegate’s body, preferably a full shot,
- Take several options for the facial expression, from smiling to smizing, and submit the one that shows off the candidates’
personality best. - Don’t take away focus from the delegate, Remember, the delegate is still the subject of the photo, not what she’s wearing or her background, In fact, we advise that you shoot in a studio.
DIGITAL REQUIREMENT #3
HEADSHOT:
- 3 photo options
- High-resolution, square 1080 x 1080 pixels size
- Full-Color
GUIDELINES (Avoid reshoots, follow the guidelines)
- Show us your take on MODERN EVENING GLAM
- GO GLAM! We want our delegates to look their best in the photos. Having said that, try to temper the use of unnaturally colored contact lenses. We want to see YOUR beauty and the photos reflect the delegate’s and the team’s taste level.
- But photos should still highlight the candidate, not the clothes.
- Take several options for the facial expression, from smiling to smizing, and submit the one that shows off the candidates’ personality best.
- Check the MUPH socmed pages for examples.
VIDEO REQUIREMENTS
DIGITAL REQUIREMENT #4 – INTRODUCTION VIDEO
REQUIREMENTS:
- 1 30-second video
- High-resolution (4K resolution}
- 2 sizes: Vertical – 1080×1920 pixels, Horizontal – 1920×1080 pixels
- Full-Color
GUIDELINES (Avoid reshoots, follow the guidelines)
- We want to GET TO KNOW YOU. Tell us who you are, what your passions are, any funny or interesting thing about you. THIS IS NOT A TOURISM VIDEO.
- Tell us the basics: Your name, age, and your city/province. Then tell the Universe a fun secret about you!
- Limit the video to 30 seconds. Give enough time for you to speak in a relaxed manner so the audience can better understand what you are saying. Make sure that your audio is clear and crisp. Choose a setting that is quiet with no distractions.
- ENGLISH IS NOT MANDATORY. Speak in the language you are most comfortable with. If you choose to speak in your native tongue, please provide English subtitles in the video.
- Choose a setting or background that is interesting but not overpowering. AVOID low-level lighting or the video from looking too dark.
- Relax, smile, be engaging.
- A big production isn’t necessary. Often, simpler is better.
- You can choose to wear what you want but make sure it isn’t too distracting and it doesn’t take away the attention from what you are saying.
- We advise against “overproduction,” where the set or props overpower or steal the attention away from the candidate.
- Check the MUPH seemed pages for examples of past submissions.
INTRODUCTION VIDEO WORKFLOW
OBJECTIVE
Let’s get to know you and your city/province a little bit more. Keep it light, casual, and fun. We’ll talk about your advocacies later.
TALKING POINTS
Tell us the basics: Your name, age, and your city/province. Then tell the Universe a fun secret about you!
TREATMENT
DIGITAL REQUIREMENT #5 – HER STORY 1(Your Story in 60 seconds)
REQUIREMENTS:
- 1 60-second video
- High-resolution (4K resolution}
- 2 sizes: Vertical – 1080×1920 pixels, Horizontal – 1920×1080 pixels
- Full-Color
GUIDELINES (Avoid reshoots, follow the guidelines)
- This year, the HER STORY video will be made up of 2 parts. first, is a 60-second video of YOUR story– what drives you, what adversities have you faced, how did you get over that, what drives you. The audience would like to know you inside-out. Don’t be afraid to show your vulnerabilities– this video is meant to inspire others who may have the same experience as you. THIS IS NOT A TOURISM VIDEO.
- Limit the video to 60 seconds. Give enough time for you to speak in a relaxed manner so the audience can better understand what you are saying. Make sure that your audio is clear and crisp. Choose a setting that is quiet with no distractions.
- ENGLISH IS NOT MANDATORY. Speak in the language you are most comfortable with. If you choose to speak in your native tongue, please provide English subtitles in the video.
- Choose a setting or background that is interesting but not overpowering. AVOID low-level lighting or the video from looking too dark.
- Relax, smile, be engaging.
DIGITAL REQUIREMENT #6 – HER STORY 1(Tourism Video in Two Minutes)
REQUIREMENTS:
- 1 120-second video
- High-resolution (4K resolution}
- 2 sizes: Vertical – 1080×1920 pixels, Horizontal – 1920×1080 pixels
- Full-Color
GUIDELINES (Avoid reshoots, follow the guidelines)
The 2nd video for HER STORY is the TOURISM VIDEO. Showcase the vibrance and unique personality of your place! The fun, the inspirational, the unforgettable-make us fall in love with your city or province. Take us to the best sites and undiscovered spots. Showcase the unique cuisine, traditions, and products of your hometown.
Limit the video to 120 seconds. Give enough time for you to speak in a relaxed manner so the audience can better understand what you are saying. Make sure that your audio is clear and crisp. Choose a setting that is quiet with no distractions.
ENGLISH IS NOT MANDATORY. Speak in the language you are most comfortable with. If you choose to speak in your native tongue, please provide English subtitles in the video.
VIDEO PRODUCTION GUIDELINES
LANGUAGE
REQUIREMENTS:
- English or;
- Delegates may speak in their own language or dialect, however English subtitles must be provided.
SUBTITLE GUIDELINES
1. STANDARD: Open Captions
2. FONT: Helvetica – Normal
3. FONT SIZE: see peg below. Estimately 22pt
4. FONT COLOR: White (hex code: #FFFFFF)
5. ALIGNMENT: Center
6. Must use upper and lowercase, not all caps.
7. Captions must be 1 to 2 lines of text on the screen at a time.
8. Must use shadow or black highlight if white text isn’t visible to the video.
VIDEO ORIENTATION
- Landscape (Horizontal) 1920×1080
VIDEO FORMAT
- Video must be in MP4 or MOV format
VIDEO RESOLUTION & SHOOTING
1. Minimum resolution HD (1080) to maximum resolution 4K;
2. Avoid shooting handheld, unless with the aid of a gimbal device;
3. Must use a drone, mirrorless, DSLR, or prosumer cameras in shooting the video;
4. Adequate lighting conditions;
5. Observe proper headroom.
AUDIO
1. Must use a lapel or shot gun mic for good audio quality;
2. Must check ambient sounds clear of any distractions;
3. Must use royalty-free music.
Note: videos with copyright issues will be removed automatically.
VIDEO EDITING
1. Delegates must submit an edited video;
2. Video must be color graded;
3. Do not use cinematic bars. The video must be in full frame;
4. The video editor must insert the Miss Philippines North America logo on the upper right corner of the video;
5. The video editor must include the lower-thirds (graphic name) on the lower-left corner of the frame for 3 seconds.
(sample given below)
PRIDE & PULCHRITUDE 