It is important you thoroughly read the video instructions so NCSA can produce the best video possible for you.
Video Log:
A video log consists of the time codes and descriptions of your best meets, which allows us to identify where you are in the video. Your top meets will then be selected for use on your recruiting profile. Sending this video log will help us complete your video accurately and as quickly as possible. Below are more specifics needed for your video log.
- Include at least 4 to 5 of your top meets on your Video Log.
- Log each of your best highlights and all of these will be considered.
- Be sure your DVD/Computer timer is at 0:00 before logging your footage.
- All time codes must have a start and end time.
- Play descriptions are required.
- Please see the sample Video Log for your sport and use the blank copy to log your footage.
- If the footage does not have a video log we will mail it back.
Resources:
Click here for blank video log sheet
What Type of Footage to Send:
- Varsityorequivalent Meet/Lap Footage
- Acceptable formats: DVD (.MPG, .MPEG, .MOV, .WMV), YouSendIt files, USB
- Unacceptable formats: .AVI, Windows Movie Maker, MP4 (ITunes), VRO.Movie, CD, VHS, HI-8, Mini DV Tape.
- Always test your DVD on your computer AND a DVD player to be sure it plays.
How to Film:
- Use a tripod.
- IF possible, zoom in on the start of the race to see individual, then, as the race develops, pan out to a wider view to include other swimmers in the picture.
- Film from the side.
- Span the entire pool from end to end, and from the end of your lane, focusing on only you.
- Show one race from the side and another from the front for butterfly and breaststroke.
- Include video of each event that you swim.
- Cover entire races.
- For IM, coaches will want to see races that include every stroke.
What NCSA will do with your Video:
- Inform you when we receive your video via email. If the footage does not follow the guidelines NCSA will mail it back to the address from which is was received. Otherwise, your footage will not be returned.
- Evaluate up to 7 minutes of logged footage you send in.
- Select 2-3 minutes of your best footage.
- Edit the footage to show 1-3 complete races.
- Upload your footage to your recruiting profile.
- Inform you when your video is complete!
The highlight video for your NCSA Recruiting Profile is meant to attract initial interest and allow for initial evaluation. Coaches may still want to see you compete in person or view unedited video to fully evaluate your abilities.
Please Mail DVD to:
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NCSA
Attn: {Sport Name} Videos
1415 N Dayton St., 4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60642
