A few good friends sent me the new Best Practices for Incorporating Social Media into Exercises released by the Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology First Responders Group.
2017-April-Best-Practices-Incorporating-Social-Media-Into-Exercises-508
Click on the link above to download the entire pdf.
Lots of good reading info in there from the International CAUSE IV experiment that I contributed in Michigan and our international partners in safety – Canada Public Safety.
Few Public Information Officer (PIO) takeaways after yesterday’s #CLEStPats Parade.
#Spectacles are great for “hands-free” wearable technology…because its difficult to ride a bike and social media.
Duh! Hands free is great.
However, many people asked about my Spectacles which made it difficult to focus in on duty stuff.
The video activation on Spectacles was tough because I had/could only use my left hand only to start the video.
I wonder if those that have been following along on the SnapChat story, are disappointed when they see it’s only a “regular snap” vs “from Spectacles” in the top left identifier. I guess it’s the same viewer mindset as picture vs video because video appeals to more audiences with movement. Spectacles video is circular in nature, easy to expand view of scene. Here’s a quick example.
Here’s the view from a portrait style snap.
And here’s the same view bust just one of the possible views of a snap with viewer control of scene and framing.
Obv, lots more to see.
Additionally, I can see many of the viewers expecting video as they are getting the “behind the scenes” details with consistent narration. Which means – WE HAVE TO KEEP TALKING ALL THE TIME! Yikes.
As for Spectacles, you might want to consider your breathing as part of the “production” because my Spectacles picked up my breathing standing still and on the bike.
Wind blocking isn’t so great on them – so your “action” movement might be tough to record proper audio. There are no visible ports on SnapChat’s Spectales to attach an external mic.
Again, fun times yesterday with Cleveland Police and so many all-hazards partners in public safety.
If we consistently support each other, we will all succeed in our respective missions.
Be safe out there peeps!
Here’s my second observation with SnapChat’s #Spectacles
Duh right?!?!
Additionally, I am sure you are downloading your content in HD so that drains the battery even more because you are transferring it over bluetooth.
Sucking it dry…with social media.
More tomorrow peeps.
Here’s my first observation with SnapChat’s #Spectacles
They are big. Here’s a comparison from my Spectacles vs an ordinary pair of Oakley Holbrook sunglasses.
Vs
Obv featuring an Engine and a Squad.
Yeah yeah, I know they are now called Snap, but I believe if you reference “Snap” this is what most everyone thinks.
More tomorrow peeps.
Oh good grief. A shaped lens cleaner.
And shouldn’t it be square with a white ghost with a yellow border?
Hello Wednesday! Getting a chance to teach my favorite advanced class – PER-344: Social Media Tools and Techniques at the State of New Mexico Department of Public Health.
Whohoo!
The engaging in-class activity in the afternoon is a great way to get you to think outside of the box…
…and force you to #totes enhance your social media game.
So happy to see numerous peeps attending today’s class.
This course is also very valuable to support upcoming Full Scale Exercise Vigilant Guard with the National Guard too.
Sometimes I get to do some cool things.
My friends at Facebook wanted to showcase their virtual reality (VR) stuff with me.
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Virtual reality goggles? Yep. The possibilities on Facebook Messenger/chat/meetings are endless.
Software has some inherent challenges esp with the shortfall of hardware proliferation and consistency. Bandwidth issues and requirements are tough enough to manage for reasonable VR interaction and usage.
But overall, some neeto VR stuff.
See, I told you VR is closer than you think.
Sounds like SnapChat is getting sued by Eye Bobs.
I guess I can kinda see it, but they are in a total different business right?
Well, kinda. Hardware is sorta the same.
TMZ was the first one to post the story. Direct link to their story here.
BTW-if you see the Spectacles machine, LMK. I want one.
Another way to increase your preparedness level is to attend various classes with DHS/FEMA leadership.
DHS/FEMA ICPD Director Helen Lowman
Many of them are passionate about preparedness training and can provide some insight to strategic goals and national initiatives. From emergency preparedness kits to supporting the Weather Ready Nation, many have been outspoken champions in the realm of #NatlPrep #Response and #SMEM – whohoo!
Past FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino
Keep learning. Never stop. Sponge it all from Ready.gov
“Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.”
Strong classroom engagement yesterday with many military personnel attending including a Lieutenant Colonel. But today’s class? They are asking some serious deep social media questions too!
Including FacebookLive! So, like any hands-on PIO instructor, I decided to grab one of them and do a live demo. Say hello to USAF OK ANG PAO Brigette Waltermire!
Showcasing some social media live streaming magic to the class.
During the break, I was able to demo how we do the behind the scenes stuff so that the PIOs/PAOs in the audience can see how much work goes into a two-minute interview.
Special mahalos to my friend Amber for the invite to Oklahoma again.
I am fortunate to have so much fun teaching in Region-6 with great peeps!
Where is @rusnivek? 