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Create a Viral Deel Video: Global HR, Zero Stress!

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    Deel

    Deel

    Create a Viral Deel Video: Global HR, Zero Stress!

    Winners Announced!20 Winners
    $5,000 Total PrizeEnded May 14, 202684 Participants

    Winners

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    #5
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    +150 XP
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    +120 XP
    #10
    $100
    +120 XP
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    +80 XP
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    +80 XP
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    +80 XP
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    +80 XP
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    +80 XP
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    +80 XP

    Creative criteria

    🎣
    #1

    Hook (first 3 seconds)

    If the viewer drops in 3 seconds — we lost them. The opening is everything.

    💡
    #2

    Concept

    An original, sharp idea with an angle we haven't seen.

    🎬
    #3

    Storytelling & Pacing

    A clear arc — buildup, surprise, or a punch.

    🎯
    #4

    Brief alignment

    Understanding the brand voice, the core message, and the CTA we asked for.

    ✂️
    #5

    Editing & post-production

    Rhythm, tight cuts, music, sound design.

    🎨
    #6

    Visual quality

    Lighting, composition, sharpness, overall aesthetic.

    📝
    #7

    Captions

    Clear, synced, readable even on mute.

    Red Flags — for next time

    Specific to this competition

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    English pronunciation issues — Words mispronounced or unclear English delivery — hurts comprehension for a global audience.

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    Blurry shots — Out-of-focus or low-resolution footage that looks unprofessional on Reels/TikTok.

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    Caption / text mistakes — Typos, wrong words, or unsynced on-screen text. Captions are read more than heard.

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    Wrong English words — Incorrect vocabulary or phrasing — the message has to land for native English speakers.

    Wrong aspect ratio — We asked for 9:16 (vertical) and got 16:9 (landscape). Great videos were disqualified just for this.

    AI tool watermarks — Veo, Runway, Pika, etc. — remove the watermark. It hurts professional credibility.

    No captions — 85% of Reels viewers scroll on mute. Without captions, the message is lost.

    Visual issues — Too dark, digital noise, blur, distorted objects, broken faces.

    Unprofessional editing — Hard cuts, unsynced audio, cheap transitions, mismatched music.

    Ignoring the brief — Ignoring the message, the audience, or the brand's tone of voice.

    Every submission was carefully reviewed. Even if you didn't win — you earned XP, added to your portfolio, and learned what to refine.

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    Creator Brief Deck
    Deel
    Deel

    Create a Viral Deel Video: Global HR, Zero Stress!

    Creative Brief for Deel

    Created by AdArena
    About the Brand

    Deel is a tech-forward global HR and payroll platform enabling companies to hire, manage, and pay talent in 150+ countries with ease. It simplifies international employment, offering an all-in-one solution for compliant, fast, and efficient global team building.

    Target Audience

    Our target audience is Founders and HR leadership — VP of HR, Head of People, and CHROs at fast-growing startups and established enterprises. These are decision-makers (30-55 age range) who are scaling their teams globally and need a streamlined, compliant solution. They value speed, simplicity, and innovation. They're tired of clunky legacy HR systems and want a modern, tech-forward platform that just works.

    Tone of Voice
    Energetic
    Professional

    The Challenge

    Showcase Deel's speed and simplicity in global hiring, payroll, and HR. Target founders and HR leaders with content that feels authentic and organic — think podcast-style conversations, street interviews, and 'did you know' hooks. The tone should be confident, modern, and subtly impressive. Instagram/Meta Reels preferred.

    Production Specs
    9:16
    Vertical / Stories
    45smax per video
    EnglishVideo language

    Style: hybrid

    Recommended Direction
    ⚖️Balanced Tone

    Mix moments of charm with grounded delivery — natural feel.

    🎞️Mixed Rhythm

    Build with quick cuts, breathe with slower beats.

    🎬Product + Story

    Show the product in context — real use, real moment.

    The Story to Tell

    🪝OPEN STRONG

    You sit down with a podcaster who asks: How do you pay your team in 30 countries? You smile and say one word: Deel.

    💎BRAND PROMISE

    Pay your team all over the world in just a few clicks.

    💚WHY THEY'LL CARE

    Hire and onboard in minutes instead of days. · One platform. Every country. Any worker type.

    📱 Level up your global team. Link in bio to Deel it!

    #GlobalHR
    #FutureOfWork
    #TechForward
    #DeelSpeed
    #RemoteWork

    Inspiration Concepts

    3 angles — tap a card for the full description ↓

    Sparks, not scripts. Tap any card for the full angle. Pick one, mix three, ignore all twelve.

    Ready to Create?

    Deel
    Deel
    Required Social Collaboration

    Collab & tag the brand to boost your chances of winning.

    Collab & Tag @getdeel + @adarena.appUse Instagram's Collab feature + tag in post
    🎵
    Tag @letsdeelTag in your TikTok post

    ⚠️ At least one platform is required — more tags = better odds.

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