Fancy becoming a video star?

Wimborne BID are approaching their annual Christmas film a little differently by asking the community to get involved.

The business organisation would like you to use your phones and devices to film yourself and send in the clips. They will then put everything together to create a snapshot of the town over 24 hours.

A spokesman said, “We’re in the middle of a pandemic, and it’s a tough time for many of us. But for all the trials and tribulations, times like these define who we are – the way we stand together and support the community around us. Whether in the home, or on the front line, what we do every day makes an enormous impact. This film is about real people and heroes, everyday challenges and achievements.

That’s why we want to know about a day in your life.”

You can film anything you like, from the moment you get up in the morning to the moment you go to bed. Say how you’re feeling, what you’re worried about, what makes you happy. Talk about everyday things; they can be heart-warming stories or heart-rending.

Perhaps there’s something, or someone, who inspires you, or a favourite shop that’s been especially supportive during these difficult times. Perhaps you’re a shop-owner who’s had to adapt to make the experience safe for customers, or a business that’s had to change to survive. You may even already have some footage, or photos, that you want to share.

Here are some filming tips.

Make sure:

• You hold the phone in landscape mode, rather than portrait.

• People can hear what you’re saying. Loud noises nearby could disrupt the sound quality.

• It’s a safe environment to film.

• Anyone you’re filming is happy to be in the final film.

• You always respect the two metre social distancing rule.

Upload your film by Friday 20 November to https://drive.google.com/…/1L2WPbKgly3VmCxwdHNxHt0X7Q1B