Xposure Presentation and Storytelling Guidelines - Xposure

Xposure Speaker and Photographer Brief

Purpose
Xposure is an educational platform that connects international and regional audiences through visual storytelling. Your presentation is a vital opportunity to inspire, inform, and connect. We want to go beyond narrated slideshows of images. Instead, you should share stories that offer insight into your personal journey, the creative process, and the significance of your work.

Expectations
Please weave in aspects of your personal journey: what drove you to your story or project, what obstacles you encountered, how it changed you, and what your key takeaways are. The goal is for the audience to understand your values and motivations as well as the broader relevance of the work.

Educational Elements
Every presentation should include factual or contextual layers that raise awareness, provide cultural or social insights, or highlight environmental or technical importance. This ensures the audience gains both emotional connection and informational value.

Stage Dynamics and Logistics
The podium is reserved for MCs and session introducers. Speakers giving a solo presentation are encouraged to move around the stage, engage directly with the audience, and avoid standing in one place. We will provide a handheld clicker for slide advancement. There is a monitor positioned above the audience so you can see your current slide or video clip without turning toward the main screen.

Practical Guidelines
Use your visuals, images and film clips as visual anchors to support your storytelling, not as the main feature running like a slideshow. Keep each slide clean and uncluttered. If your subject involves scientific or technical content, include factual details as needed, but always balance them with your personal perspective to maintain narrative flow and emotional engagement.

Audience Considerations
Our audience includes students, professionals, and members of the public. Strive for clear and accessible language while maintaining depth and authenticity. Present from experience and from the heart, honest storytelling creates the most memorable impact.