Youtube lets users to create their own iReports
YouTube’s video platform has enabled a new generation of content creators to connect with billions of viewers every day.
iReports are the videos submitted by users around the world about news events. iReport.com is a website whioch offers this. Youtube is launching their own iReport-type site through a program they’re calling YouTube Direct, which they describe as “a new tool that allows media organizations to request, review and rebroadcast YouTube clips directly from YouTube users.”
Youtube says,
YouTube Direct allows you to embed the upload functionality of YouTube directly into your own site, enabling your organization to request, review, and re-broadcast user-submitted videos with ease. News organizations can ask for citizen reporting; nonprofits can call-out for support videos around social campaigns; businesses can ask users to submit promotional videos about your brand. With YouTube Direct, the opportunities to connect directly with the YouTube community are endless.
Key features of YouTube Direct include:
- Built on the YouTube API, this 100% open-source solution provides you with an easily-integrated audience engagement platform for your website
- The customizable interface allows you to tailor the look and feel of the tool precisely to your audience
- Visitors can answer your call for content by uploading their videos to YouTube via your site without leaving the page
- A moderation panel enables your editors to review and approve/reject all submitted videos, deciding which ones meet your organization’s editorial criteria
- All videos approved by your editors include a link back to your site when viewed on YouTub.
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