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Gradcut Joins The Ascent Project: Empowering Female Founders to Scale Australia-wide

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We are thrilled to announce that Gradcut has been accepted into The Ascent Project, a prestigious initiative by Fishburners and Westpac dedicated to increasing the representation of female founders in the startup ecosystem. 

The Ascent Project is a groundbreaking program powered by Fishburners and sponsored by Westpac, specifically designed to empower female founders in the startup world. With a mission to boost inclusivity and representation, the project aims to establish these values as enduring pillars in the startup ecosystem. The program reflects a commitment not just to inspire change, but to actively build a more diverse and inclusive future for the business community.

Westpac Business Lending has shown a strong commitment to promoting financial inclusion and removing barriers for all business founders, especially women. In March 2023, Westpac introduced new measures to help small businesses start and grow, including a $500 million commitment to support more women in business. According to Westpac research, 51% of women plan to apply for finance to support short to medium-business growth, yet women find it harder to access finance compared to men. This initiative is a crucial step in addressing these disparities and empowering female entrepreneurs to succeed.

“It cannot be overstated how important programs like The Ascent Project are at a time when programs like Boosting Female Founders are ending, and we are excited to be a part of it” – says Anastasha Renaud, the founder of Gradcut. 

Gradcut utilises Edit on the Spot technology to edit graduation live-stream and delivers branded video clips to graduates within an hour of graduation, just click and download, like a photo. 

The key advantage of Gradcut lies in its ability to deliver branded video clips to graduates within 1 hour of the ceremony. This rapid turnaround enables graduates to download and share their videos while the excitement is fresh. Gradcut also benefits universities by enhancing their brand visibility, as videos are shared on social media, amplifying the institution’s presence.

Gradcut was launched in May and tested by the University of Sydney and was a great success, with over 50,000 video clips being delivered individually to 8,500 graduates. One of the big challenges Gradcut addressed was ensuring the technology could handle a large volume of data in real-time. Gradcut’s AI-powered system successfully met these challenges, ensuring each video was edited with the correct student footage, enhanced with the university’s branding, and delivered within just one hour of the ceremony. It not only processes the immense volume of live-stream footage but also maintains impeccable accuracy and speed in delivering personalised clips.

With an emphasis on social responsibility, Gradcut is not only bringing innovation to graduation ceremonies but also contributing to educational equity. Through its commitment to donating a portion of profits to student scholarships and supporting educational programs in developing regions, Gradcut combines technological innovation with a strong social mission.

Now, with the support of The Ascent Project, Gradcut is well-positioned to expand its reach to more universities, high schools, and colleges, bringing real-time personalised video delivery to graduation ceremonies worldwide.

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Gradcut exhibited at EduTECH 2024: A Gathering of Visionaries and Innovators

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We had the privilege of exhibiting at the Innovation Valley at EduTECH International Congress & Expo 2024, held in Melbourne 13-14th of August. There was no shortage of knowledge exchange at this conference, which featured the latest market disruptions, trends, and technologies shaping the future of education.

This event, hosted by EduTECH Australia, brought together over 10,000 educators, training professionals, and industry leaders from across the globe. This year, the event provided a unique platform for leading educational institutions, startups, and global organisations to share their insights and experiences. The diverse topics covered ranged from Maths, Sports, Future Forward School Libraries, and Tertiary ICT Management to Wellbeing, Diverse Education Needs & Inclusion, EduBUILD, Business Managers, and Ed-Tech Innovation.

Sal Khan, a leading expert on AI in education, delivered the keynote address at the event on “The Future of Education in an AI-Powered World” set the tone for an unforgettable conference, sparking meaningful conversations about the role of artificial intelligence in education.

The focus on AI was evident throughout the event, with sessions dedicated to topics such as “AI and the Future of Education,” “AI Enabling Creativity in STEM Education,” and “Transforming Education: Harnessing AI to Improve Our Human Intelligence.”

Gradcut introduced an innovative AI solution for graduation videos. The software transforms graduation ceremonies into personalised video clips, complete with the institution’s branding, and delivers these videos to graduates within one hour of the ceremony. Gradcut integrates seamlessly with existing video and streaming setups, providing educational institutions with a powerful tool to enhance the graduation experience.

Big thanks to EduGrowth for creating an electric atmosphere filled with collaboration, support and opportunities to pitch and showcase innovations. We are proud to have been a part of this event and are eager to see how the ideas and connections made here will continue to influence the world of education in the years to come.  

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Tradition Meets Innovation: How Gradcut’s Instant Video Delivery Enhances the Graduation Experience

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At Gradcut, we are dedicated to transforming how graduation memories are captured and shared. Graduates and their families can often find traditional methods of documenting this milestone slow and time-consuming, leaving them waiting for days and weeks to relive their special day. By delivering personalised video clips within an hour of the ceremony, our platform offers a fresh and modern approach to this cherished tradition.

Gradcut seamlessly integrates with existing video production and live-streaming services educational institutions use to capture the significant moment of the ceremony. Through the use of our sophisticated AI editing tools, we are able to rapidly create and deliver customised video clips, eliminating long wait times and enhancing the quality of the experience for each graduate. Even though graduation ceremonies are steeped in tradition, these modern advancements in technology and innovation can certainly enhance them.

Graduates can quickly post their clips on social media, celebrating their achievements with friends and family around the world. Having loved ones from far and wide join in on the celebration instantly enhances the celebration, making it even more memorable.

As a result, the university gains significantly more visibility because of the sheer volume of these posts. Enhanced with University branding, each clip extends the institution’s reach, engaging a broader audience and attracting both current and prospective students’ attention. As a result of this widespread exposure, the university’s presence and impact are elevated.

Apart from enriching the ceremony’s experience, Gradcut strives to contribute positively to the global community. By directing a portion of our profits towards supporting education in developing countries and underserved communities, we empower the next generation of students to achieve their dreams. And every clip you buy from Gradcut contributes to the future of students worldwide.

Discover today how Gradcut can elevate your graduation ceremony – www.gradcut.com

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University of Sydney Pilots Automated Graduation Video Service from Edit on the Spot

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Gradcut breakthrough technology delivers over 50,000 video clips to 8,500 University of Sydney graduates in a 19-day AI video processing marathon!

Designed for universities by the startup founders of Edit on the Spot – a real-time automated video editing software for events, Gradcut automatically edits live-streamed footage into personalised video clips for each graduate.

“We have been developing Edit on the Spot technology for the past 2 years and saw a great application for it in graduation ceremonies and awards. Gradcut saves unending hours of editing, rendering, exporting and uploading by analysing the footage to identify each graduate, automatically editing and delivering social media clips, while the moment is still relevant – shares Martin Renaud, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer.

“Graduation is such a momentous occasion,” said Christine Fairchild, Graduations Manager at the University of Sydney. “The Gradcut product allows graduates to share this significant moment, as widely as they wish after the event, and re-live the memory again and again.”

The University of Sydney will pilot Gradcut till the end of May offering graduates a memorable keepsake of their special day.

“We’re grateful to the University’s Graduation Team for supporting innovation and providing a startup with an opportunity to launch a new product, ” says Anastasha Renaud, CEO and co-founder of Edit on the Spot. “Graduates we interacted with, and especially, parents, were extremely excited about this opportunity to receive an up-close video on stage. It is a truly memorable moment when you receive your hard-earned qualification, and it happens only once or a few times in your life.”

Gradcut seamlessly integrates with existing video production or live-streaming services; its user-friendly online portal is designed for an effortless setup for multiple ceremonies, providing the university with metrics and reporting. Videos are delivered to graduates via a secure student portal in various social media formats for purchase shortly after graduation.

“We chose Akamai for its continuous cloud security compliance and with the support Fastlane Solutions delivered platform in record timing,” says Martin Renaud.

Beyond capturing memories, Gradcut aims to make a meaningful impact by donating a portion of profits to support education initiatives in developing countries and indigenous communities. Making a difference, one graduation video at a time.

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Gradcut: Turning Graduation Memories into Meaningful Impact

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At Gradcut, we believe that graduation is a significant occasion that deserves to be celebrated and preserved. Our cloud-based software platform empowers universities to provide their students with personalised video clips of their graduation ceremony, making it easy for them to cherish their special day and share with family and friends.

Our purpose extends beyond just capturing memories. We aim to make a meaningful impact by donating a portion of our profits to support education in developing countries and underserved communities and empower the new generation of student to pursue their academic goals and aspirations.

A Seamless Solution for Universities

Gradcut is designed exclusively for universities that are looking to provide their students and families with a unique and memorable graduation experience. Our SaaS subscription model makes it easy for institutions to set up as many ceremonies as they need, and our user-friendly online portal ensures that every student receives a tailored, edited video clip of their graduation ceremony.

Elevate Your University's Brand

But Gradcut is more than just a video service – it’s a powerful marketing tool that helps universities enhance their brand visibility and reach. By seamlessly integrating with existing video production or live streaming services, we deliver customised, branded video clips to each graduate, amplifying your institution’s presence and creating a multiplying marketing campaign.

Instant Gratification, Lasting Impact

The main advantage of Gradcut is our ability to deliver individual branded video clips to students soon after the graduation ceremony. Graduates download and share their videos on social media while the moment is still fresh, creating a powerful marketing campaign for the university and a cherished keepsake for the students and their families.

With Gradcut, you can celebrate graduation in a way that’s both meaningful and memorable, all while making a positive impact on the world. Join us in our mission to transform the graduation experience and create a brighter future for students everywhere.