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1. How did you author (the photo or video) you recorded for upload to Instagram?

For this weeks video content I decided to record the revolving doors in the RMIT building, using my rear facing camera of my Iphone 6. These doors are quite innovative and an example of modern technology in today’s society. They provide a visually appealing aesthetic which fits in well on my account, alongside the other content shared. I recorded these doors with the ‘boomerang’ function within the Instagram app. I decided a boomerang would be more affective as opposed to a regular video, as it is more engaging and draws in the eye, constantly spinning around back and fourth with the captivating visual appeal.

The authoring process involved was quite time consuming, as I chose a busy time to film with people constantly walking in and out of the doors. As soon as it was clear I quickly captured the video. Ensuring where I positioned myself framed the entire revolving doors and making sure I was standing as still as I could, avoiding any shakiness affecting the recording quality.  I then held down the record button until the doors had done roughly half a rotation. Given, that it was daylight and the glass doors are already reflective, flash wasn’t necessary. In terms of the videos audio the ‘Boomerang’ function affordances to mute any audio, making this a silent clip which worked out to be quite beneficial, due to the background noise and distractions. In terms of filters, Instagram doesn’t allow for individual editing features and only provides set filters. Luckily due to the adequate lighting it didn’t even require any form of editing and colour and aesthetics fit well into my account.

2. How did you publish the photo you recorded for upload to Instagram?

The publishing process was very simple and quick for this post, as the content had been filmed in boomerang mode. I was able to save it to my camera roll and then upload it straight from my there to my account. Following the theme of my page I added a text caption ” Never ending spinning door” featuring a ‘world’ emoji near it as it relates  quite well. Thus also adding a bit of fun to the caption as well. I also attached some hashtags in the hope of gaining more viewers. Surprisingly the hashtags must’ve assisted me in gaining this, as after only 1 hour the boomerang had already over 14 views. Another tool that could’ve potentially assisted me in gaining this reach could be tagging the location on the top of the post being “RMIT University”. This being a popular and widely searched location may have created more interest.

3. How did you distribute (the photo or video) you published on Instagram to other social media services?

Like last week I distributed this video on my Instagram and to the linked Tumblr and Twitter accounts. Navigating between these two accounts has been made very simple as I just have to go to my profile screen and click on my name, and Instagram remembers the linked accounts so all I have to do is select “Tumblr” and “Twitter” and it automatically uploaded to these platforms. I maintained the three hashtags for this boomerang in the hope of generating more views and likes.