Aug

12

The :30 Spot – Dating Sites

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Jezebel recently released a piece that explained How to Set Up the Perfect Online Dating Profile, and we've got one more suggestion for it: add a video!

The :30 Spot is a short Animoto video that gets your point across in just half a minute. While shorter might seem easier, it often isn't. We're here with a guide to help you build the best :30 Spot for your dating profile!

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The cutest accurate photo of yourself you can find. Start off on a good an honest foot! If you can't find any that fit this bill, this is the time to get your friend with the good camera to take a photo of you. (No MySpace shots for this one.)

Item 2: Text Slide.

Your site username, your age, and your location.

Item 2: Video Clip.

You, doing what you do best. Are you acting? Skiing? Running a marathon? Dancing? Keep this one short, about 2-3 seconds.

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What would your friends say about you? "My friends would say…" Include something about your personality, strengths, or quirks.

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Other photos of yourself - make sure these have a little personality. Pets, musical instruments, and other props are encouraged here.

Item 5: Text Slide.

We're stealing this idea from OKCupid - what's your typical Friday night? (For example, "my Fridays are usually spent cooking" or "I love shooting movies with my friends."

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Show us your Friday!

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Tell us something that is important to you. Is it your religion? A sense of humor? Will you only date other vegans?

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An image supporting this, such as you at a festival, or celebrating an accomplishment.

Item 9: Text Slide.

Call-to-Action. Tell the viewer to send you a message and tell you about him or herself!

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Aug

2

Pool Party

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Escape the summer heat wave, break out the waterproof sunscreen, and jump into that pool! Grab your sunglasses, sunscreen, and camera to capture your refreshing day.

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