Vlogger Training Tour

It is estimated India has over 123 million smartphone users, and the Indian smartphone market is the fastest growing in the Asia-Pacific region. By 2016, it is estimated there will be more smartphones in use in India than the United States. The smartphone quickly is becoming one of the most important ways to connect with Indian audiences, particularly urban youth, media, business leaders, and government officials. As mobile phones become more commonplace, digital content, in particular videos, will become one of the most effective ways to communicate messages and mobilize communities. In recognition of the important role video plays in today’s world of digital communication, the U.S. Consulate General in Mumbai will sponsor video blogger, or “vlogger” training workshops around the country. The training will enable participants to learn how to take, edit, and show videos to communicate more effectively. The workshops should be two to three days in length and include hands-on, practical training so participants will have the opportunity to practice the curriculum. The training focus should be on low-tech vlogging, preferably through the use of mobile phones, tablets, or still cameras with video functionality. One vlogging workshop will take place in each of the five consular districts in India. U.S. Embassy New Delhi and each of the four U.S. Consulates will identify participants for their respective workshops.