how to Get involved
Blink Collective is a rotating, video + audio podcast platform spotlighting optometry students and early-career ODs through thoughtful, engaging conversations.
Who should apply
Optometry students (any year), Fourth-years transitioning into practice, Residents or young ODs
Duos or trios from the same school or different schools
Blink Collective is built around the conversations you’re already having, with friends, classmates, and colleagues.
We’re especially excited about duos or trios who already have chemistry and enjoy learning, debating, and laughing through the ups and downs of school and early practice.
No broadcasting background needed, just professionalism, passion, and good energy. This isn’t about being perfect, it’s about being real, thoughtful, responsible, professional and engaging.
Check out the “Frequently Asked Questions”, click here.
Submitting a pilot does not guarantee a hosting spot or publication. All submissions are reviewed by the Valley Contax team, and any episodes released will be selected and approved in collaboration with hosts.
How the Submission & Selection Process Works
Step 1: Submit an Episode Proposal (No Pressure, No Promise)
An episode proposal (30–40 minutes in length with clear sections)
Topics you genuinely care about, such as student life, boards, rotations, clinic experiences, specialty lenses and hands-on learning, conferences, new tech, and industry trends
Step 2: Internal Review
Submitted proposals are reviewed by the Valley Contax team.
Step 3: Approval & Next Steps
If selected, we’ll move forward together more formally. This includes:
Presenting a compensation package (competitive and designed with students in mind)
Handling logistics such as agreements and release forms
Providing access to our professional recording tools
Step 4: Recording Official Episodes.
We’ll walk you through the next steps for recording your first episode.
Once approved hosts will be given access to Valley Contax’s professional SquadCast account to ensure high-quality audio and video.
Blink Collective is a curated platform. Participation, episode release, and continued hosting are subject to Valley Contax’s review and approval to ensure quality, professionalism, and compliance within a highly regulated healthcare field.
Our goal is to make this process supportive, clear, and rewarding, while setting everyone up for success from the start.
SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL
Blink Collective is a rotating, video + audio podcast platform spotlighting optometry students and early-career ODs through thoughtful, engaging conversations.