IWU OCLS Tutorials: Citing Videos - OCLS Support

How do I cite videos?

Using Academic Writer 

There are several reference types in Academic Writer for videos. 

Select one of the reference types and fill out the form.

Audiovisual Media 

• Film or Video 
• Streaming and other online Video (Vimeo, etc.)
• TED Talk

Websites, Social Media, and Online Forums 

• YouTube (Video or channel)

Sample References

Streaming and other online Video

Cutts, S. (2017, November 24). Happiness [Video]. Vimeo. https://vimeo.com/244405542

YouTube Video

Pinkfong. (2016, June 17). Baby shark dance | sing and dance! | animals songs | Pinkfong songs for children [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqZsoesa55w

More information and examples

• OCLS APA 7e Guide pages 46
• Academic Writer Quick Guide: Audiovisual Reference
• APA Style Website: YouTube Video References
• APA Style Website: TED Talk References