Thank you so much for your interest in becoming a Media Girl! This year we are focusing on storytelling as a Girl Scout of West Central Florida spokesperson.

Please complete and submit this audition form to be considered for placement on the 2025-2026 Media Girls team. Part of the application process will require you to to upload a video and photographs. 

In order to be considered for the Media Girl team, this application form MUST be filled out completely. There are required fields in each section. You may save your work and return to this form later by clicking "save" at the bottom of the last completed page. Included are the following sections: 

• General Information - Basic information about you and your parent's/guardian's contact information. 
• Permission, Health & Waiver Forms - To be completed by your parent/guardian.
• Video - Upload a 2-3 minute video letting us know why you should be selected as a Media Girl.
• Photos - Attach a formal headshot (e.g., school picture), as well as a photo that shows your personality!

The submission deadline is Monday, August 18, by 10 p.m. We will contact you by September 1 to inform you of your application status. Good luck!

For those selected to continue in the process, a mandatory Media Girl training will be held on Sunday, September 14, from 1-3:30 p.m. at the GSWCF Leadership Center, 4610 Eisenhower Blvd., in Tampa. 

Please contact the council's Marketing & Communications Department at info@gswcf.org if you have any questions or concerns regarding the Media Girl team or the scheduled training. 

Parents/Guardians: Please know that although we provide a few Media Girl experiences that can be done at home (short videos), the vast majority of the Media Girl opportunities/interviews occur Monday-Friday during the day. If your daughter will be unable to take advantage of at least three of these opportunities during the year due to school/family responsibilities, please consider applying for Media Girls in a year in which she may have more flexibility in her schedule.

The following forms must be completed to qualify for the Media Girls. 

• Girl Permission Form
• Health Form and Waiver [English]
• Health Form and Waiver [Español]

I herby grant permission to Girl Scouts of West Central Florida the rights of my girl's image, in video or still, and of the likeness and sound of her voice as recorded digitally on audio or videotape without payment or other consideration. I understand that her image may be edited, copied, exhibited, published or distributed and waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of her image or recording. I also understand that material may be used in diverse educational setting within an unrestricted geographic area.

Photographic, audio or video recordings may be used for the following uses: courses and educational materials, Film (movie), media, news (press), online / internet videos, or presentations. 

By signing this release, I understand this permission signifies that photographic or video recordings of my girl may be electronically displayed via the Internet or in the public educational setting. 

I will be consulted about the use of the photographs or video recording for any purpose other than those listed above.

There is no time limit on the validity of this release nor is there any geographic limitation on where these materials may be distributed. 

By signing this release, I acknowledge that I have completely read and fully understand the above release and agree to be bound thereby. 

Media Girls are often the voices for our council by sharing how being a Girl Scout has affected them, what activities they’ve done in Girl Scouts, and why Girl Scouts is important.

Telling the Girl Scout story is important, and we want to make it as easy as possible to share it with those in the public. For that to happen, Media Girls need to be clear, concise and compelling spokespeople. 

Please review the tips below and then record a short video (2-3 minutes) telling us why YOU should be a Media Girl.

• Get Your Story Straight — Frame out your story beforehand by deciding on what key points you want to say in your video. 
• Know Where Your Story Will Go — Storytelling is a journey, so be sure to know where you want to end up before you start recording.
• Keep it Fun - We want to see your personality and learn a little bit more about your Girl Scout experience, so keep things light, fun and Girl Scout-y
• Stay Calm and Tell Your Story — Sometimes being on camera can be scary and sometimes we even get stage fright! That anxiety may make us lose our train of thought or make our voices sound shaky or insecure. Some things that can help you to not feel so nervous are to be prepared, take deep breaths, dress comfortably, and pretend you’re talking to a friend or a grown-up you trust.

 

A few suggestions on what to include:

• Your name, troop and program level
• Your favorite thing about Girl Scouts
• Why someone should join Girl Scouts
• Why you the perfect Girl Scout to represent GSWCF at events and in interviews

We want to see you smile!

Headshots (photos that are of your head and shoulders only like school photos) are often requested by the media to use along with a story. A less formal photo of you doing something you love about being a Girl Scout is a fun way for us to get to know you. We would like both! Please upload at least one headshot and one fun photo below.

Here are a few tips to taking a great headshot at home.

• Keep the Background Simple - A solid colored wall or simple background works well.
• Tilt Something - Try tilting your head slightly.
• The EYES Have It - Make eye contact with the camera. We’re drawn to the eyes in the photos we see. Good eye contact with the camera helps the audience feel a connection with you.
• Light It Up! - Lighting can make or break your photo. Harsh lighting (like overhead fluorescents or direct sunlight) can wash out your photo, but not enough lighting can make your photo too dark or blurry. The best lighting is natural light that’s soft and diffused (like indirect light coming in through a window). You’ll want to avoid shadows, too—you don’t want the shadow of a pole or tree cutting across your face.
• Let Your True Self Shine - Use body language and a tone that shows your inner strength. Be your natural, incredible self!