A: Your introduction video must meet several important requirements to ensure the best experience for potential students:
Platform Requirements
The video URL must be a public or unlisted YouTube video link. Videos hosted on other platforms such as Vimeo, or cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox, are not supported.
Content Structure (Based on Industry Best Practices)
Your introduction video should follow this recommended structure:
1. Introduction (15-20 seconds)
- State your first name only (for privacy reasons)
- Mention where you are from and currently located
- Specify what Islamic subjects you teach
- List the languages you speak fluently
2. Teaching Experience & Skills (30-50 seconds)
- Describe your Islamic education qualifications and teaching experience - Explain your teaching methodology and approach
- Mention what students can expect in your lessons
- Highlight your specializations (e.g., Quranic studies, Arabic language, Islamic history)
- Describe materials and activities you use during lessons
3. Motivational Closing (15-25 seconds)
- Encourage students to book a trial lesson
- Thank viewers for watching - End with an inspiring message about Islamic learning
Language Requirements:
The video must be recorded in English and Arabic, and you should also include any other languages you speak fluently. This demonstrates your language capabilities to our diverse, global student community.
Technical Requirements
✅ DO: - Record in horizontal mode (landscape orientation)
- Position camera at eye level
- Create a video between 2-3 minutes long (recommended duration)
- Record during the day for good lighting, or use proper lighting equipment
- Keep your background tidy, neutral, and professional
- Record in a quiet environment with no background noise
- Use a microphone or headphones with built-in mic for clear audio
- Ensure the camera doesn’t shake
- use a tripod or stable surface
- Make sure your face is fully visible throughout the video
- Dress professionally and maintain Islamic modesty standards
❌ DO NOT:
- Record in vertical mode
- Include background noise or distractions
- Position yourself too far from the camera
- Mention your surname or personal contact details
- Use frames, borders, or filters
- Show other people in the video
- Include slideshows, presentations, or demo lessons
- Add logos or external links
- Use the word “Ihsan Marketplace” in your YouTube channel name
Professional Standards
Remember that this video represents you to potential students worldwide from our Islamic education community. Your video should reflect the high educational and spiritual standards expected of Islamic educators.
Video Upload Guidelines:
• Upload your video to YouTube with privacy settings set to “Public” or “Unlisted”
• Ensure “Allow embedding” is enabled in YouTube’s advanced settings
• Do not include personal websites, full names, social media, or contact details in your channel
• Copy the YouTube URL and paste it into your Ihsan Marketplace profile
Additional Tips for Success:
• Smile and be welcoming - this helps potential students feel comfortable
• Show your personality while maintaining professionalism
• Speak clearly in each language you demonstrate
• Take a test shot first to check audio, lighting, and framing
• Review your final video before uploading to ensure quality