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Contest 2009

What’s the story?

Go out into your local community and cover personal stories that have yet to be seen in the mainstream media. We want to hear your stories on how your local community has been affected by current events and the controversial issues that have been dominating the headlines worldwide.

Here are some examples of story topics and angles that you can cover:

  • Economic recession.
  • Global warming and environmental issues.
  • Humanitarian crisis and/or efforts in your community.
  • Political and social unrest abroad.
  • US issues including: Universal healthcare, public education, gay marriage, legalization of marijuana, abortion, state budget crises, etc.
  • Any other intriguing and newsworthy issue that has not been covered by the mainstream media sufficiently.


How can I tell my story?

Here are some suggestions:

  • Live interviews with people affected by the headlines, who are making an impact, who are inspirational or controversial
  • Live coverage of politically and socially-conscious events
  • A breaking news event broadcast live at LiveCitizen.com

If you are logistically unable to stream a live event or interview outside in your community, you are permitted to film recorded segments and roll it into your live broadcast. Visit our Tools page for more information.


What are the technical guidelines?

Submissions will be evaluated by LiveCitizen staff on the following:

  • An official submission consists of a minimum of 3 minutes live broadcast and must be accompanied by a written story with a 400 word minimum on the same post. Your live broadcast must be streamed and recorded directly on LiveCitizen.com
  • Effectiveness in telling the story

    • Does your story stay focused on the topic?

    Does your story educate and inform?

    Is your story well researched and well planned?

  • Impact of the story

    • Is your story unique and relevant?

    Does your story send a strong message?

    Does your story appeal to a wide audience?

  • Technical quality of the story

    • Is your audio and video clear and high quality?

    Is there an excessive use of graphics and other distractions?

    Is there spelling and grammatical errors?

  • Journalistic Integrity

    • Your broadcast and the written portion of your story must adhere to the standard journalism values, ethics and code of conduct. Your story must present a truthful, balanced view of your story subject.

    Your work must be YOURS and yours only. No text, pictures or videos that are copyrighted may be used in your broadcast and article. Submissions violating these values and ethical codes will be immediately disqualified.


Contest Rules and Restrictions

  • Contest will begin October 12, 2009 and continue until December 31, 2009. Winners will be announced the fourth week of January, 2010.
  • You must agree to the contest rules by checking the agreement box.
  • The contest is only open to legal residents of the United States.
  • Be sure to read the full contest rules here

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