This is the fourth sample article that conforms to the writing section requirements of the ECPE (Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English) of the University of Michigan. My first post to deal with articles , explains what needs to be present in the piece of writing candidates compose. Examiners are looking for articles that elaborate on ideas and have solid arguments; are well organized; make use of a wide lexical and grammatical range; have an original ring to them (in other words,
Take a look at the post Job Application Videos - The Basics before reading this checklist, otherwise it won't make any sense.
Simply copy-paste and print this onto a sheet of paper so you can get your thoughts down and check off the items on the list as you prepare your video.
Teachers who are planning to carry out the whole activity with younger students, have something they can give them to work with as they prepare their videos.
Application Video Checklist
A) Position I’m applying for
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B) Current / past position
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C) 10 important things about you that you need to include in your video
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D) Did I cover the following in the list? (cross each one off)
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achievements
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experience
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skills
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values
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passion
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talent (s)
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business environment
description
E) Closing statement
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F) Clothes
G) Setting
H) Video equipment
I) Editing (online apps / software)