Frequently Asked Questions
What is Docubloggers?
The word “docubloggers” is derived from “documentarian” and “blogger”. These two words put together help define the folks out there who love to write, produce documentaries, and surf the web. KLRU’s new show, Docubloggers, is a half hour weekly series that takes a community-driven, interactive look at life in Central Texas. Combining documentary filmmaking and viewer interaction, Docubloggers incorporates stories produced by the community to create a portrait of the region. Viewers will have a chance to be a part of our interactive community and submit content to be considered for the web and air.
How can I become a Docublogger?
The first simple step to becoming a docublogger is by logging onto our website. Feel free to voice your reactions and ideas on our blog and take a look around and comment on the web video content through our message board. Viewers that want to go the extra mile have the opportunity to create docublogs to submit for online and on air use.
What’s a Docublog?
A docublog is a short video that tells a story. The story can be about a person, place, event, or anything that tells a story about life in Central Texas. These stories are considered to be “mini documentaries” that can be from 1 to 5 minutes in length. Docublogs should be informative and can utilize any style - whether it’s told in first person or uses animation. Have fun with it! Creativity along with a few simple basic rules of thumb can make an interesting docublog.
How do I submit my docublog?
Instructions are in our Video Submission section.
I uploaded my docublog. Why don’t I see it yet?
Each docublog is viewed before web approval. Docublogs are checked to meet standard format and regulations. The docubloggers staff will try to approve content within 72 hours with the exceptions of weekends and holidays. If you notice that nothing has been posted for over 72 hours, feel free to contact us, docubloggers@klru.org
Why is it taking so long for docublogs to be considered for air?
Currently we aren’t accepting Docublogs for broadcast. When we do though, because Docubloggers is a weekly show, there is limited space for submitted docublogs, and the current schedule may already be full when your piece is reviewed. Other factors that slow the approval process is the time it takes to clear release forms and music rights. Sometimes the producers may ask a viewer to make adjustments to a docublog. Also, there may be some changes the staff here needs to make with audio finessing and finishing touches that takes additional time.
What determines if my docublog will air?
What makes a strong docublog is a combination of catchy content along with quality video and audio. Check out our tips and tricks page to learn the fundamentals of producing a quality story.
What kind of docublogs are you interested in?
We are looking for Docublogs that are expressed in all styles and forms. So long as you can prove it somehow relates to life in Central Texas, the subject matter is up to you!
What Legal Stuff Do I Need To Worry About?
Personal Release -
Have each person that appears in your docublog fill out this release form. The language sounds scary, but it basically just means that they’re giving you permission to use their image and their words in your docublog and that you can edit the interview and distribute it to us. It is very important that you have these forms filled out for every person that appears on camera in your docublog. Docublogs that we consider for broadcast must have copies of these releases on file here at KLRU that can be sent along with your submission.
Submission Declaration -
If your docublog gets picked for broadcast, you’ll need to fill out one of these. It basically grants KLRU and Docubloggers permission to air your piece, and lets us know that your work is yours alone.
Location Release -
This form should be filled out at your discretion. It generally applies to movie sets, but you might find yourself in a situation where you might need a location release. Perhaps you’ve been given permission to conduct an interview at a restaurant or business. Use your best judgment to determine if you want to have the owner/operator fill this form out.