Student-Generated Content
We're searching for Kansas students who love to write, have a passion for videography or want to try creating content. HirePaths will award 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes to submissions in three separate categories — and publish qualifying work!
Award winners will receive written feedback from the HirePaths team to make this a learning experience. All work that meets our professional standards will be published on the HirePaths website and social media channels. Plus, winners in each of the three categories will earn the following prizes.
- 1st place: $100
- 2nd place: $50
- 3rd place: $25
All entries must follow HirePaths brand guidelines.
Download our logo, music and other creative assets to ensure continuity with our campaign.
Consider the three entry options, then submit your work in the form below. Questions? Email [email protected]
Entries can be made at any time. The deadline to be considered for spring 2025 awards is April 18, 2025.
Written Real Success Story
Write a first-person narrative piece about a professional in your life or community. Interview them and tell the story of how they first became interested in their career, what their job entails now, their advice for others — anything you think would be of interest to a young person searching for a possible future career. Submissions must include the written piece (500 words or less) and a headshot of the subject.
- View examples on our website.
Social Post/Infographic
Create a social media graphic (or video) and accompanying post copy featuring a professional in your life or community. The goal is to share this individual's story with the HirePaths audience through digital media, with the hope of inspiring a young person to consider their career. You'll choose one social platform to focus on, then develop the needed pieces for an engaging post. Submissions must include the written caption (including which platforms it's for) and an accompanying graphic file.
How I Got Started Video
Shoot and edit a video featuring someone in your life or community. Interview that professional and tell the story of how they first became interested in their career, what their job entails now, their advice for others — anything you think would be of interest to a young person searching for a possible future career. Submissions should not exceed two minutes in length.
- View examples on YouTube.
Submit Your Entry Here
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