Have you ever wanted to know more about your grandparents or great-grandparents? Imagine if they shared their life story and family history in a Video Memoir. What a family heirloom that would be!
Just as you may wish you knew more about their life story, your grandchildren, great-grandchildren and generations beyond will one day wish they knew more about yours.
A Video Memoir, also known as a Legacy Video, is a great way to document your memories. Why? Because a Video Memoir is easy to do; you simply share stories while someone else does all the work. And, a video memoir appeals to younger, more screen focused, generations of today.
As a Video Memoir producer, below are a few tips I give my clients before an interview….
Video Memoir Tips
- Keep it Personal
The most important way to keep your family’s interest is through your stories. Be sure to make them about something they truly care about: you and your experiences. Keep it personal by sharing both your thoughts and feelings about the people and events that shaped who you are today. - Clear and Accessible
A good memoir brings stories and history to life. It also answers questions a viewer might ask if they could. Think about what you would ask your own grandparents and great-grandparents for ideas on what to include in your memoir. - What to Share
Don’t be afraid to share stories of difficult or challenging times. Studies suggest that recounting stories of hardship is beneficial for children to hear. To learn more about sharing stories of adversity, visit my post: ‘Sharing your Story’. - Make it Real on Multiple Levels
Today’s audience expects to be engaged on multiple levels. Bring your stories to life by adding photos or other images. Or transport your audience back to the night you first danced with your spouse by including music from the era.
However you choose to document your memories, your children, grandchildren and generations beyond will treasure a chance to know you and your story.
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To learn more about capturing your life story in a Video Memoir for your children, grandchildren and generations beyond to know, contact us.
A Video Memoir by Family Tree Video is a gift your family will cherish for generations to come.
Family Tree Video LLC
Legacy Video Production
Since 2008
Susan Saunders
Legacy Video Producer
(312) 402-6406
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“There are only two lasting bequests
we can give our children.
One is roots, and the other, wings.”
– H. S. Carter
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