Recording Tips
Find a quiet room to record in. Hold your device steady or set it on a stable surface close to you. Turn off all notifications during recording. Review one of the script options below. When you are ready, hit the button!
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Script Option 1
My name is (first name), I’m (age) years old and a student at (school).
When I get older:
- I hope that I’ll be able to work as…
- I hope that the world will have a better understanding of…
- I hope that people will…
- I’d like to…
The above are ideas on how to start. Choose one or create your own.
This is because I believe that…
To make this happen, I plan to…
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Script Option 2
My name is (first name), I’m (age) years old and a student at (school).
One of my favorite teachers of all time was (teacher’s name).
- He made me feel special because…
- She taught me that…
- I’ll never forget the time he told me that…
- I remember a time when…
The above are ideas on how to start. Choose one or create your own.
When I think back about this, I’m thankful because…
Without his/her help, I would not be able to…
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When you’re finished recording, send a photo that helps illustrate your testimonial to info@youthexpress.org. Selfies included!
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- Check your browser’s pop-up blocker settings and allow Youth Express to run the recording plug-in.
- Check to make sure that Youth Express is allowed to access your device’s microphone.