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Share videos on Google Maps to earn the new Director badge

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Caption: An illustration of three video cameras on a white background.Caption: An illustration of three video cameras on a white background.

 

Last year, we introduced new badges that recognize the different ways Local Guides like you share your knowledge on Google Maps. Whether you love to write detailed reviews, share amazing photos, or check the facts, there’s a badge for you.

 

Now that both Android and iPhone users can add videos on Maps, we’ve launched a new badge that celebrates Local Guides who love to capture their favorite places in motion. You can earn the Director badge by sharing videos of the places you visit on Maps. Try giving a tour of an attraction in your area or sharing a video review of a restaurant you love.

 

By sharing more great videos, you can upgrade from a Novice Director to an Expert Director—and eventually work all the way up to a Master Director. Your past video contributions are factored in, so some of you may already have this badge!

 

To check, go to “Your contributions” on Google Maps for Android or iOS. There, you’ll see your progress toward this badge.

 

What’s the best place you’ve captured on video so far? Share a link in the comments below! Need some inspiration? Check out our tips for posting great videos on Google Maps

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Level 7

I haven't done any videos yet, but here's more inspiration to get more active - thanks!

KovasP
Anonymous
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Thanks for sharing this great info. Greetings from Timor Leste. Luis
Level 7
  • Wow thats great.  Thanks for sharing new ideas 
Abdul Hai
Level 10

Comenzaremos a subir más videos. 

Level 6

How can I upload my videos here in local guides. For sharing with others...

My dashboard say I posted 120 videos but when I click the novice director icon it shows that I have only 89 videos and iam sharing this after waiting for this to get updated but isn't happening @AriMar thoughts Screenshot_20190209-235238.png

 

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Former Google Contributor

Hello @RatishNarayanan,

 

Sometimes the system will need a little more time to sync with your contributions. 

 

Also have in mind that any videos that are not yet approved, or has been removed will not count towards the badge. Have a look at Maps User Contributed Content Policy for more information.  

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Level 5
Hello @moderators I'm still not getting features to submit videos of places. How're you people uploading them!! Help!
Level 7

@AriMar ขอบคุณมากที่ แบ่งปัน คำแนะนำดีๆเพราะ ฉันก็เคยโพสวีดีโอไปบ้างแล้วเวลาเดินทางพบสิ่งดีๆก็จะบันทึกไว้เพื่อมาแชร์ให้ทุกคนได้เห็น สิ่งสวยงามของเมืองไทย🙏😘

Level 10

Does anyone know if videos can be added later when connected to wifi?

Or does the video have to be posted from the location while taking it?

Thanks 😉

Level 9
@TheRealKristin Los videos se pueden agregar en cualquier momento al igual que las fotos. Sin embargo al momento de crear un nuevo lugar yo he intentado agregar videos y la aplicación no me lo permite.
Former Google Contributor

Hi @Waari-Imphal,

 

Thanks for reaching out to us.

 

Please make sure to have the Google Maps application updated to the latest possible version for optimizing the video uploading feature.

 

You may indeed upload videos when convenient, @TheRealKristin  from your built in Gallery app or from Google Photos as well.

 

Would you mind telling us if the newly created place have been approved yet before the attempt to upload the video, @Atizol?

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Level 6

it's a great thing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Appreciate you!!!!!!!!!!!

Pvgp
Level 9

@sonnyNg Si el lugar existe (Ya está aprobado), se puede subir los videos, pero cuando intento agregar un lugar nuevo, yo siempre trato de agregar todos los datos que tenga de dicho lugar y también agrego fotos pero la aplicación no me permite agregar videos en ese momento.  

Former Google Contributor

Thank you for clarifying, @Atizol.

 

For the moment, if you can form up an exact and clear suggestion, please do not hesitate to share with us in the Idea Exchange. : ]

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Level 9

Hi @YasMarcu 

You can upload videos having MP4 format, i am sured about this video format it'll be definitely acceptable. Feel free to ask anything about the problems we are here to help you.

Level 6

Thank you for giving such a great content

 

Pvgp
Level 10

 

@AriMarAhí vamos pedaleando sin cadena.

 

 

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Level 10

Video bisa dibagi lewat peta google. Langkah sangat maju. Ini akan sangat membantu siapa saja setelah membaca review, melihat foto dan lengkap dengan video. 

 

Terima kasih @AriMar sudah berbagi post besar. 

Level 6

Hi @AriMar 

I have posted 3 video but when I click the Director icon it shows that 0 video posted. 

Level 7

Im having the hardest time with this badge i have 15 videos but the badge progress shows 1/3. Am i doing something wrong?Screenshot_20190223-062504_Maps.jpg

 

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Stay Creative
Level 9

Informative and useful one.

SKPattnaik
Level 10

Hello LG friends, & @AriMar 

I got Master Video BadgeMy Master Director(Video) badgeMy Master Director(Video) badge

 

Level 10

Thanks @AriMar 

But unfortunately here, at Iran, I can catch that bags, I tried to do that with IOS and Android device but I could not add video.

Is there any SOLUTION? 

ME
Level 10

@AriMar A successful journey i could finish more than 100 places and more than 1000 videos within a limited time.. These amazing videos were a thrill which i was mainly focusing  I am sure this not only give me satisfaction as a user but  also wish much useful to many!

jojo
Level 10

Hi @AriMar  


We can not upload video in Iran.

Best Regards
Rezgar

#Lencana Direktur baru untuk Local Guides yang berbagi video di google maps. 

Menurut saya Lencana baru untuk mendapatkannya terlalu banyak persyaratan yang harus dipenuhi, karena membuatnya video itu harus serius, maksudnya kita ambil gambar video tidak sama caranya dengan pengambil foto .

Dengan mengumpulkan video sebanyak lima puluh itu sangat menguras tenaga. 

 

Terima kasih

Salam dari local Guide , Bukittinggi , Indonesia. 

Anonymous
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wow it is so cool.   Thanks 

Level 8

Thanks. I noticed that I added more than one video but only 1 showed. Any ideas on what to do to get the other videos show?

The Ideas man

i have 7 video but i still that my director badge is 0

Level 9

Exceptional and useful.

SKPattnaik
Level 8

Realy happy to hear about directors badge, a beautiful addition. 

Level 6

I will also try to make a video to get the award badges!)) .     

Level 6

how to create video  on google map?

 

Level 8

Thanks for sharing this great info.

Level 8

I am share thousands pic but until you not give me badge

Level 7

It's fantastic that you all are keeping us Local Guides updated on new features that we can make use of on Maps.  I've been a local guide for some time now and it's always exciting to see a new badge I can earn and be able to track my progress in doing so.  It's like I'm my own competition and who better to compete against than yourself.  Having this opportunity to be a Local Guide has really been something I've been looking forward to doing since I was a kid.  I've always wanted to be a critic.  I have always wanted to be able to share my insights of places I frequent, to share my thoughts on restaurants I try and be able to give travelers a sense of what to do and where to go when they visit my hometown or other places I've been abroad.  

Level 7

Awesome features team!

Level 7

I added video but badge is not getting activated. How to check this

Level 8

Hi @Khatri1 ,

 

You can add videos the same way you add photos. Either you can click on add photos option for a particular place and make a video and add to Google or you can add it later from your video folder.

 

Hope this answers your question.

 

Regards,

Harpal

Level 7

@Harpal @

I uploaded videos of some places but the badge still not active. Although in summary it's showing the number of videos uploaded.

Level 7

@Harpal @AriMar 

I uploaded videos of some places but the badge still not active. Although in summary it's showing the number of videos uploaded.

Level 6
Boa noite aos amigos
Nélio Martins
Level 8

Hi @rakeshbpai , 

 

Go to the dashboard where it shows all your contributions. Do you see the number of videos beside review, photos etc? If yes, the round icon should appear on the top of the dashboard.

 

@PrashantCR ,

@JamieGFX,

 

Make sure you enter at least 15 videos of different places because I had a similar issue.

 

Hope this helps all.

 

Regards,

Harpal

Level 8

Hi @JamieGFX

Level 7

@Harpal thanks, in listing video 6 nos showing but badge still disabled.

 

Or for video any duration is there

 

Regards

Rakesh Pai

Level 8

Hi @rakeshbpai ,

 

Thanks for getting in touch with me again.

 

I understand your situation now. I had a similar situation too. All you have to do is upload 15 videos of different places and the badge should be active.

 

At times it would take to update so don't panic and be patient.

 

You can upload videos up to 30 secs.

 

Hope this helps.

 

Regards,

Harpal

Level 7

@Harpal Thanks for your reply.

Level 6
Um bom dia a todos os amigos, mais um dia de benção concedido pelo nosso Deus... Que até aqui tem cuidado de nós,a ele toda honra e toda glória....
Nélio Martins
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