I am showing the behind-the-scenes of my boss, who is the Assistant Director of Communications and Digital Media for women’s golf, men’s golf, volleyball, women’s basketball, and women’s lacrosse. I asked her questions about her favorite part of her job, her favorite behind-the-scenes moments, and what it is like to witness the bonds between athletes and coaches. The main theme of the video is to show the relationships that occur behind the scenes. Most people only see the games, performances, or final results, but they do not get to witness the emotional moments, trust, humor, and connections that are constantly happening off camera. These athletes and coaches spend almost every hour of the day together, so the relationships they build become extremely meaningful. Showcasing those quieter moments is one of my favorite parts of working in athletics media, which is why I wanted this slideshow to focus on that perspective rather than just competition itself.

All of the videos and pictures I used were content I captured while working as a social media assistant, so I already had a strong archive of authentic moments to work with. I chose the clips and photos that felt the most personal and emotionally genuine because I wanted the audience to feel like they were getting access to moments they normally would not see. I also intentionally organized the slideshow in a way that created a gradual emotional progression. I originally had a much faster opening sequence, but after feedback from my partner, I realized the story needed more time to build. I slowed down the beginning so the audience could settle into the story before the more emotional and energetic moments appeared later in the slideshow. This helped create a more linear story arc and made the narration feel more connected to the visuals.

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